CeBIT 2012: SteelSeries Makes the Sensei Laser Gaming Mouse More Affordable

At this year’s CeBIT 2012 fair, SteelSeries has announced a new version of its high-performance Sensei gaming mouse, dubbed simply enough the Sensei [RAW], which was designed to make its creation much more affordable than before.

In order to decrease the price of the Sensei [RAW], SteelSeries had to drop some of the features that were present in the original version of the mouse.

This means that compared to its older brother, the [RAW] comes without a 32-bit ARM processor, LCD menu system and steel chassis, but the good news is that it still retains the 10.8MP, 12,000fps image sensor with 50-57,000 CPI sensitivity of its predecessor.

The SteelSeries Sensei [RAW] will be available in 2 different versions, each offering a very distinct feel for the user.

For gamers who worry about sweaty palms, the SteelSeries Sensei [RAW] Rubberized features a rubberized back and hand-sweat resistant coating, while the Sensei [RAW] Glossy model comes with a glossy back coating ideal for players who prefer a smooth exterior.

“When we built the SteelSeries Sensei, we knew that at the core of it, if you took out the on-mouse LCD menu and configuration options, it would be a really solid mouse from the sensor to the shape,” said Kim Rom, SteelSeries CMO.

“The Sensei [RAW] delivers those core performance basics of a gaming grade mouse, like shape and its hardware, to those who don’t want, need or care to pay for all the extras.

“We also built the Sensei [RAW] with a transparent bottom to drive home the awareness that with this mouse, what’s inside is what makes it awesome,” concluded the company’s rep.

The SteelSeries Sensei [RAW], Rubberized and Glossy editions, will be available starting in June with an MSRP of $59.99 in the US and €59.99 in Europe, which is significantly less than the $89.99/€89.99 asked for the regular version of the Sensei.