TheVertagear SL5000holds true to that standard but breaks many others—namely in comfort and durability.
That said, I do take issue with a few of its design aspects.
Here’s a closer look.
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A worthy tradeoff; nevertheless, setup is fairly straightforward once you get your bearings on the page.
I did run into a problem with the large screws that hold the back in place.
One of them refused to thread correctly, jutting out an extra few inches compared to its neatly-installed siblings.
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Other than that, the setup was largely as advertised and took about 20 minutes.
Unfortunately, I can’t recommend it for a few reasons.
I can look past that issue; at least some light peaks through around the pillow.
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It’s tough not to see the shadowy corner left by a defective RGB piece, though.
When consulting thecompany’s FAQ section, I found the problem I was having, ready with a solution.
Related:What Does “RGB” Mean, and Why Is It All Over Tech?
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I also noticed all of the charging LEDs flashing in unison; another listed issue in the FAQ section.
Lastly, the customization software, anoffshoot of NZXT CAM, wouldn’t let me sign in.
Having fun while testing out these vibrant, colorful presets ultimately made the downcast feeling worse.
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How interesting would these light fixtures be in videos or on stream if they all worked together flawlessly?
Perhaps interesting enough to warrant the $299.99 price tag, but alas, my SL5000 won’t know.
This chair is built to last.
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The aluminum alloy 5-star base, which you’ll pop the wheels into, is sturdy and secure.
My floor stayed scratch-free and the wheels never stalled, sometimes even providing too much glide.
If you like padded armrests, you won’t find them here.
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You will find a full range of adjustment options, though.
They’re something to look out for when making your decision, though.
Comfortably Adjustable
Gaming chairs are usually more synonymous with style than comfort.
The UPHR (Ultra Premium High Resilience) foam seat cushion is thick, soft, and accommodating.
To me, they were noticeable but not comfort-disruptive.
This is nice for quick adjustments, but I found myself pulling it back into position now and again.
On the other hand, I am a fan of how adjustable the SL5000 is.
I do have a minor gripe with the armrests, though.
At least in theory.
They can slide quite far forward, but can’t move back towards the seat enough for my liking.
Other than that, they can go just about anywhere you want them to.
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It’s not without flaw, though.
