Opening the mouse requires only four screws: two covered by one of the mouse’s sticky feet and two under the removable puck. Covering two screws with an adhesive panel limits repairability, as it will gradually lose adhesiveness over time. After removing the screws, there are two plastic clips in the front and two in the back that need to be released. As with any plastic clip, you run the risk of breaking them during disassembly.
Inside the mouse is a single sided printed circuit board that contains sensors, micro switches and the mouse wheel. The overall design is simple; With replacement parts and some soldering skills, repairs should be straightforward. The battery is attached to a removable section of the top shell of the mouse using a rubber adhesive. This adhesive panel expands and sticks to itself when removed, making it nearly impossible to reuse with a new battery, but it leaves no residue on the actual plastic of the mouse. A new battery should be easy to install using double-sided tape.
The simple internal design of the Cobra Hyperspeed is nothing superfluous, and there are no distractions or points of failure. While some other models like the Logitech MX Master 4 or the Razer Basilisk 35K boast a lot of premium features (with added complexity), it’s always refreshing to see something as complicated as it needs to be.
Razer Cobra HyperSpeed:
In addition to the $100 Cobra HyperSpeed, Razer also offers the $35 Cobra and the $130 Cobra Pro. Compared to the Pro model, the HyperSpeed’s slightly less responsive sensor and scale-back RGB aren’t huge hits to performance or usability, and the HyperSpeed’s lighter weight is a distinct advantage. Compared to standard wired models, the wireless addition is a major advantage for both performance and usability. The HyperSpeed’s optical scroll wheel is a definite improvement over its siblings.
Overall, this mouse is a solid workhorse for gaming and general browsing. It is fast, comfortable and compact. Simple yet sturdy build will stand up to normal everyday use. While it doesn’t push the limits of performance or functionality like some of the more expensive esports-focused mice available today, the Cobra HyperSpeed is a great option for someone who doesn’t need the latest specs but wants a mouse that gets things done.