Microsoft Laser 6000
Microsoft is now entering the gaming mice industry with their first mouse being a laser mouse. This is a bold move and not a shabby one.

Aesthetics: 4 / 5
A glossy, dark gray lacquer coats it surface and creates a nice clean look. No lights, no typical black color, and a normal shape makes this mouse stand out above the average. Well done aesthetically.

Ergonomics / Grip: 3.5 / 5
This mouse has the same shape and design as the Comfort 3000 and what I said about the ergonomics and grip of the Comfort 3000 stands for this mouse as well. The mouse isn’t bad but it could be more comfortable. It has a symmetrical design so no matter which hand you use it doesn’t fill out enough for the weaker pinky side of your hand. This is compensated for on the Razer by providing a rubber grip and being able to guide it with your fingertips. The Laser 6000 has buttons on either side where your fingertips would go so it would be impossible to guide it using them.

Buttons: 3.5 / 5
Microsoft gained a point above average for recognizing that many gamers prefer 5 or more buttons. However, they placed the fifth button on the right side of the mouse making it awkward to hit. You can get used to it, but you can also accidentally hit it very easily. This proved to be a problem. Nice number, but bad placement.

Weight: 4 / 5
The weight of this mouse was something I was pleased with. Previously, my experience with Microsoft mice has been that they run a bit on the heavier side. The Laser 6000 did a great job of keeping the weight down, but not as nicely as the others reviewed.

Glide Factor: 2.5 / 5
Four feet on the bottom of this mouse and they are shaped very similarly to the Logitech feet. They wore down quick and by the time this article was finished the feet had worn to the point of noticeable drag. For this I can say that the glide factor of this mouse was nothing more than average.

Features: 2.5 / 5
No extended features to speak of and thus, this mouse scores an average score.

Price: $44.99