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379 reviews
May, 2025
alaTest has collected and analyzed 379 reviews of Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop Elite. The average rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviews about the durability and reliability are overall positive. The usability and design are also mentioned favorably, whereas some have doubts about the size.
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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop Elite is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.
Consumer review (amazon.com)
alaTest has collected and analyzed 188 user reviews of Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop Elite from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com.
82% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.
Expert review by (itreviews.co.uk)
Here's a question for you. How much would you pay for a keyboard and mouse set? In days gone by, you might be tempted to stretch to £50 or £60, perhaps, assuming the right combination of ...
This is excellent hardware, undoubtedly, but for the majority of us, a leather-effect keyboard and mouse set isn't enough to part us from £120. Shopping around can get you almost as good for a healthy amount less.
Expert review by : PC Magazine (pcmag.com)
Expert review by (pcworld.com)
This combo keyboard and mouse set gives you plenty of customization options and a comfortable typing experience.
The Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop Elite gives you a comfortable keyboard and mouse, but in our tests, its wireless range is a little short
Expert review by : Adam Fisher (cnet.com)
Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop Elite
Relatively inexpensive; many easy-to-program specialty keys; scrollwheel moves vertically and horizontally; long battery life.
Keyboard easily collects dirt and grime; scrollwheel feels spongy.
Microsoft’s Wireless Optical Desktop Elite is a solid and affordable choice for the home or the office.
Expert review by : Adam Fisher (cnet.com.au)
Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop Elite
Relatively inexpensive; many easy-to-program specialty keys; scrollwheel moves vertically and horizontally; long battery life.
Keyboard easily collects dirt and grime; scrollwheel feels spongy.
Microsoft’s Wireless Optical Desktop Elite is a solid and affordable choice for the home or the office.
Expert review by : Hardware Pacers (hardware-pacers.com)
The Microsoft Bluetooth Mobile Keyboard 6000 is not a feature packed keyboard, but it is a nice no frills compact and mobile wireless keyboard. With additional number pad a user can decide on if a full numeric keypad is needed or simply use the...
Expert review by : New Zealand PC World (pcworld.co.nz)
We'd generally consider £44 a reasonably hefty lay-out for a keyboard, but the 6000 is worth it.
Expert review by : Hardware Zone (hardwarezone.com)
It’s very hard not to like the Wireless Desktop Elite set from Microsoft. For a set of input device, the comfort level and build quality is truly top notch. Well, for an eye-popping price tag nearly touching the S$170 mark, anything less than the...
Expert review by : PC Authority (pcauthority.com.au)
Excellent design, innovative and practical features, but you have to pay for it.
Expert review by : Active Network (activewin.com)
Enhanced Optical Technology, Nice Color/Design, Longer Battery Life, Tilt Wheel
Pricey, No Natural Edition
With the Microsoft Optical Desktop Elite for Bluetooth, Microsoft utilizes this cutting-edge technology in its updated hardware products with a blast. The keyboard is perfect for those who like a ton of customizable hotkeys and/or use multimedia...
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