gaming mouse

poor newb

United States1879 Posts

December 30 2008 05:50 GMT

my old mouse broke, i want to buy my first gaming quality mouse. i prefer smaller mouse because i use fingertip grip
everything i found so far are big ones designed for palm grip, i cant find anything decent for fingertip grip, any suggestions?

StarN

United States2587 Posts

December 30 2008 05:56 GMT

Go with the logitech mini. All the progamers seem to like it

http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-930732-0403-Mini-Optical-Mouse/dp/B00006HMPF

Actually...

decafchicken

United States20022 Posts

December 30 2008 06:06 GMT

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poor newb

United States1879 Posts

December 30 2008 06:08 GMT

mx518 looks huge, does it work with fingertip grip?

also does high dpi matter that much? every gaming mouse i see list how much dpi they have as the first thing

decafchicken

United States20022 Posts

December 30 2008 06:11 GMT

On December 30 2008 15:08 poor newb wrote:
mx518 looks huge, does it work with fingertip grip?

also does high dpi matter that much? every "gaming" mouse seems to sell how much dpi they have

I use fingertip grip on it, but i have big hands. If you have daintier hands you could go with a g3

Narrator

United States868 Posts

December 30 2008 06:11 GMT

My number one recommendation would be the Logitech Mini Optical. It's used by most progamers. It is definitely one of the smaller mouses as it was designed for laptop use (it comes with a USB extension though).

The next best would be the G3 or G1. I think Stork uses the G1. The G3 and G1 have the same shape as the out of production MX300. I have yet to try them but if Stork uses the G1, it has to be pretty good, right?

Basically:
1. Logitech Mini Optical
2. Logitech G1
3. Logitech G3

Underwhelmed

United States207 Posts

December 30 2008 06:26 GMT

On December 30 2008 15:08 poor newb wrote:
also does high dpi matter that much? every gaming mouse i see list how much dpi they have as the first thing

Doesn't even matter unless you're using a high sensitivity. Try setting your Windows mouse settings notch to the middle - unless you want a sensitivity higher than that, your current DPI is sufficient.

writer22816

United States5775 Posts

December 30 2008 06:32 GMT

Has anyone used a Razer Salmosa? How does it compare to the more popular choices as listed above?

PaeZ

Mexico1627 Posts

December 30 2008 06:37 GMT

I have Mx510 and works fine, but u rather buy the mini optical or G1, smaller and faster

Dark_Luster

Korea (South)438 Posts

December 30 2008 07:06 GMT

#10

you cant buy a logitech mini optical for cheap anymore.
rather than spend 25 ish dollars on that
i'd rather buy razer or high degree mouse.

IzzyCraft

United States4487 Posts

December 30 2008 07:08 GMT

#11

Depends on your needs.

If you play most games at a large resolution a native res on like a 22"+ monitor chances are you will be needing a higher DPI which in lame terms means how fast the mouse can go from point x to y on the screen.

Also what are your habits in the main set of games you play?

Do you pick up your mouse a lot then you probably want a mouse that doesn't weigh a ton.

Do you use your whole arm to move it or as little as your fingers means your dpi should reflect your habits.Which also reflect what kind of mouse shape do you want. Usually if you just move it with your fingers you want a mouse that is shorter because you don't need one with a large hump on its back.

Are your right handed and want an ergonomic mouse?
if you are switching from a symmetrical mouse to a ergonomic one are you willing to have an awkward week while you get used to it?

Mikami

21 Posts

December 30 2008 07:09 GMT

#12

razer krait , logitech mini optical and logitech g1 are the best picks

Dark_Luster

Korea (South)438 Posts

December 30 2008 07:11 GMT

#13

On December 30 2008 16:09 Mikami wrote:
razer krait , logitech mini optical and logitech g1 are the best picks

i deny this.
razer diamondback 3g, deathadder is better.
but nonetheless log mini optical is best for starcraft.

Jonoman92

United States9104 Posts

December 30 2008 07:15 GMT

#14

I like my Razer Krait. I haven't used a ton of mice but the krait is quick, accurate, and is a comfortable fit for me.

IzzyCraft

United States4487 Posts

December 30 2008 07:17 GMT

#15

Buy mice and return them if you don't like the feel. Just say griping it hurts your hand or something to return it pay the like 3 buck restocking fee and go through your 3 main choices and decide from that experience.

zoLo

United States5896 Posts

December 30 2008 08:16 GMT

#16

I use this Logitech mice

http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/mice_pointers/mice/devices/344&cl=us,en#

There is a cheaper version too, but the one above is labeled as "High-Definition Optical Sensor, Scroll Wheel, Tilt Wheel". The one below is just "Optical Sensor, Scroll Wheel"

http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/mice_pointers/mice/devices/338&cl=us,en

CharlieMurphy

United States22895 Posts

December 30 2008 08:39 GMT

#17

I have used many mice. I have large hands. I use fingertip grip mostly. I prefer smaller/light mouse.

My Ranking:

Razer Viper:

Best gaming mouse I've had so far. Opti 1000dpi, Very light, Smooth struts on bottom, narrow & not heavy, and no extra bullshit buttons. I don't really like the rubbery grip clear line across the side but I don't really touch it anyways.

Logitech MX300:
(I had a white one without that button in the middle but basically same look)

Oldschool mouse, opti 600 or 800 dpi (cant remember), light when you remove the weight, same as above but slightly wider.

Logitech G3:

Laser 2000 dpi, same look as 300 but heavier and has extra buttons for web browsing.
Great mouse for browsing and still pretty good for gaming.

Logitech MX310:

Opti 800 dpi, used this mouse for years (had 2), pretty solid, never really liked the ergonomic shape but its pretty similar to the MX300 but slightly heavier (I think you can remove weight) and side buttons. Great for browsing and pretty ok for gaming.

Logitech MX500 & 510 & 518:

Opti 800dpi, used these mice for a long time, All pretty much the same, never liked the bulkiness or shape, heaviest of all these (even with weight removed), has side buttons for browsing. Good mouse for browsing not so good for gaming imo. PS- the only difference I found between these are the colors..

And of course I've gone through lots of cheapy opti mouse in the downtime between other mice.
If you must go with one of these the best one I had was something like 'A4 tech' and it was grey kinda slender/long and light opti mouse with 800dpi I think. Pretty light weight as well.
looks kinda like this:

PS- I currently have G3 and Viper plugged in simultaneously and I switch between them for gaming/browsing.
The G3 has much higher sensitivity.

PPS- If you use my mouse button fixing guide/blog the MX300 is the hardest to fix. And I haven't tried opening the Viper or G3 yet to check for weights because the screws are under the struts (but I think they don't have any anyways).

Phrogs!

Japan521 Posts

December 30 2008 08:52 GMT

#18

On December 30 2008 15:32 writer22816 wrote:
Has anyone used a Razer Salmosa? How does it compare to the more popular choices as listed above?

I personally have the Salmosa and can only recommend it. Very very small and lightweight with 1800dpi. I've nothing bad to say about it at all.

Also, it came in a box with a WC3 pro on the front, kinda awesome^^;

Last Romantic

United States20661 Posts

December 30 2008 08:57 GMT

#19

Logitech optical mini.

Microsoft wheel optical (srs, BoxeR and Reach both used this mouse)

basically it doesn't matter.

KTECs supposedly nice if you can get your hands on them.

o3.power91

Bahrain5288 Posts

December 30 2008 08:57 GMT

#20

I got the G5 a few months ago. The only reason I chose the G5 over the other gaming mice in the store was cuz the only gaming mice available at the time were:
-G9
-MX1000
-Razer Lychosis

(not many stores here devoted to gaming...)

Edit: Not saying the G5 is bad

. I love the mouse

CharlieMurphy

United States22895 Posts

December 30 2008 08:58 GMT

#21

On December 30 2008 17:57 Last Romantic wrote:
Logitech optical mini.

Microsoft wheel optical (srs, BoxeR and Reach both used this mouse)

basically it doesn't matter.

KTECs supposedly nice if you can get your hands on them.

Always wanted to try a Ktec mouse but they are korean T_T.
I don't like that really tiny mouse from logitech for laptops. My sister has that one.

meegrean

Thailand7699 Posts

December 30 2008 14:07 GMT

#22

MX518. It's kinda big if you have small hands though.

ffswowsucks

Greece2297 Posts

December 30 2008 14:46 GMT

#23

I got the G5 3 days ago, had the G1 before all I can say is, G1 is better for starcraft but G5 better for fps cause of the middle buttons that let you change the sensitivity, so Im switching to fast sens for sniper mode and slow sens for normal style.

b3h47pte

United States1317 Posts

December 30 2008 16:57 GMT

#24

I have used the MX518 for the past couple years and it still works fine. I love it. Get it.

PlutoNZ

New Zealand410 Posts

January 07 2009 03:44 GMT

#25

I've been using the G5 for the past two years and I love it. It is very comfortable and very customizable. The laser in it has become faulty a week ago so I need to replace it. I'm thinking about getting the G9 or another G5.

decafchicken

United States20022 Posts

January 07 2009 03:51 GMT

#26

Logitech MX500 & 510 & 518:
Opti 800dpi, used these mice for a long time, All pretty much the same, never liked the bulkiness or shape, heaviest of all these (even with weight removed), has side buttons for browsing. Good mouse for browsing not so good for gaming imo. PS- the only difference I found between these are the colors..

[/QUOTE]

a) my mx518 doesnt have weights? and isn't heavy, its .1 kg
b) mx518 is 400 to 1600, you can set points and change them with the +/- on the mouse.

IzzyCraft

United States4487 Posts

January 07 2009 03:58 GMT

#27

On January 07 2009 12:44 SearingShadow wrote:
I've been using the G5 for the past two years and I love it. It is very comfortable and very customizable. The laser in it has become faulty a week ago so I need to replace it. I'm thinking about getting the G9 or another G5.

G9 is a very much finger mouse i rest my palm on my wrist rest and use a high dpi on my G9 and only move my fingers.

Athos

United States2484 Posts

January 07 2009 04:08 GMT

#28

Standard Dell mouse:

Never had a problem with it.

BG1

Canada1550 Posts

January 07 2009 04:36 GMT

#29

yo

Ms optical 1.1a

Been using this mouse for the past 8 years. I have 2 extra ones just in case because they don't sell them anymore. I love it! 2 big side buttons, perfect tracking, simple and comfortable. I'm a hardcore gamer (mostly fps) and it has never failed me

selboN

United States2523 Posts

January 07 2009 04:40 GMT

#30

I have a Razer DeathAdder, it's an excellent mouse. It is not a small mouse though, it is definitely larger than a optical mini. But either way, runs smooth and has high dpi, I believe 1600? Also the customizable buttons are nice. I rally/attack with them. Anyways, I love it.

EGMachine

United States1643 Posts

January 07 2009 05:48 GMT

#31

Cambium

United States16368 Posts

January 07 2009 05:52 GMT

#32

I'm pretty sure you can call logitech and have them send you another one for free.

CommanderFluffy

Taiwan1059 Posts

January 07 2009 06:05 GMT

#33

Razer Diamondback 3G

Everytime someone makes a mouse thread i suggest this mouse. It's very reliable, good dpi, very comfortable, and affordable.

MannerKiss

United States2398 Posts

January 07 2009 06:10 GMT

#34

Razer Lachesis is hands down my favorite mouse. The 4000 dpi might be kinda high though if you dont use high res monitor//games (starcraft). But in my experience its better to have more and turn it down, than not have enough when you need it.

RaiZ

2813 Posts

January 07 2009 06:31 GMT

#35

I wouldn't listen to almost all of you if you simply say i've used the mouse X and never tried the others and say OMFG IT'S THE BEST.
Already tried all the razers, logitech, but not enough microsoft.
Rank 1 : MX5XX. remove the weight if you want (but you won't get any warranty after. Who cares ? MX500 still hasn't broke yet, and the warranty is already dead by now :p)
Rank 2 : Logitech optical mouse (MX3XX,G1,G3) Very good mouse not to big, ideal for small / medium hands. (also has weight, dunno about the last ones)
Rank 3 : Microsoft (The one BG1 mentionned) they're very good aswell.
Rank 4 : Microsoft mini (too small for my hand)
Rank 123461234 : all the razer. I really can't stand them. The latest i got is deathadder, i still prefer 1000 times the mx500, why ? Cauz the buttons are way too much fragiles. What's worst is when i'm trying to lay down my finger i can't stop clicking or right clicking accidentaly. Very annoying.
I still use it because you can configure the sensitivity more accurately than the others (read good for laptops if you've been using a lot of crt screen).
Razers mice definitely aren't the best to play for starcraft 1. Except if you don't mind to spew away ur bucks 1 time a year at least (for hardcore hitter probably won't last longer than 2 months).

KH1031

United States862 Posts

January 07 2009 06:52 GMT

#36

3 years

mx310

still going strong

Dark_Luster

Korea (South)438 Posts

January 07 2009 06:59 GMT

#37

On January 07 2009 15:05 CommanderFluffy wrote:
Razer Diamondback 3G

Everytime someone makes a mouse thread i suggest this mouse. It's very reliable, good dpi, very comfortable, and affordable.

me too. earth green to be specific

zizou21

United States3683 Posts

January 07 2009 07:15 GMT

#38

On January 07 2009 13:36 BG1 wrote:
yo

Ms optical 1.1a

this

Fontong

United States6454 Posts

January 07 2009 07:41 GMT

#39

^^OH SHIT!!! That's also the mouse I've been using for the last...eternity haha. It's probably the first optical mouse I ever used and I've been using it since then. All the paint is coming off, the Microsoft lofo is all but gone, the shiny outer layer of plastic has been gone for ages.

Whenever other people use it, like when they play on my laptop for LANs they always complain how slowly it tracks, but I think it is great.

I'm really sad though because I think the usb connector is failing...

Actually, look at it again my mouse is exactly the same as that one except it has 2 side buttons instead of 1. It's called the explorer instead of the optical.

On December 30 2008 15:11 Narrator wrote:
My number one recommendation would be the Logitech Mini Optical. It's used by most progamers. It is definitely one of the smaller mouses as it was designed for laptop use (it comes with a USB extension though).

The next best would be the G3 or G1. I think Stork uses the G1. The G3 and G1 have the same shape as the out of production MX300. I have yet to try them but if Stork uses the G1, it has to be pretty good, right?

Basically:
1. Logitech Mini Optical
2. Logitech G1
3. Logitech G3

Does anyone else see the hilarity of this post?

renegade_zerg

Korea (South)525 Posts

January 07 2009 07:58 GMT

#40

On January 07 2009 13:36 BG1 wrote:
yo

Ms optical 1.1a

i bought one last month brand new for $8 + shipping.

BG1

Canada1550 Posts

January 07 2009 08:04 GMT

#41

On January 07 2009 16:41 Fontong wrote:
^^OH SHIT!!! That's also the mouse I've been using for the last...eternity haha. It's probably the first optical mouse I ever used and I've been using it since then. All the paint is coming off, the Microsoft lofo is all but gone, the shiny outer layer of plastic has been gone for ages.

Whenever other people use it, like when they play on my laptop for LANs they always complain how slowly it tracks, but I think it is great.

I'm really sad though because I think the usb connector is failing...

Actually, look at it again my mouse is exactly the same as that one except it has 2 side buttons instead of 1. It's called the explorer instead of the optical.

This one has 2 side buttons as well but I guess you meant that yours has 2 on one side as opposed to 1 on the left and 1 on the right so you probably have the intellimouse eplorer 3.0, which is also a good mouse.

This?

BG1

Canada1550 Posts

January 07 2009 08:05 GMT

#42

On January 07 2009 16:58 renegade_zerg wrote:

Show nested quote +

i bought one last month brand new for $8 + shipping.

Yea I got mine online as well, but they're discontinued and you won't find em in stores is what I meant.

-orb-

United States5770 Posts

January 07 2009 08:10 GMT

#43

Anything by razer

cgrinker

United States3824 Posts

January 07 2009 08:16 GMT

#44

Doesn't Razer foot the bill for all of the things that you love on your TL website? Oh yeah and kick logitech's ass too.

PlutoNZ

New Zealand410 Posts

January 07 2009 08:18 GMT

#45

Why do a lot of people say the MX518 is awesome but not the G5? I've looked at both mice and the G5 seems like a better version of the MX518. The shape is almost the same but the G5 has a higher DPI.

RaiZ

2813 Posts

January 07 2009 08:38 GMT

#46

Sure you can have it it's the same. At least for starcraft.
Not for others games though and definitely takes the latest version.

sp4rki

9 Posts

January 07 2009 20:26 GMT

#47

The best mouse I've ever used taking into account form factor and sensor is the razer salmosa. The only thing that may bother you is that the buttons squeak a bit for a while.

For what its worth:
General use (and SC) - Salmosa > Logitech Mini > Microsoft Intelli 1.1 (or 3.0 if you have huge hands) > the rest
FPS - Deathadder > Salmosa > MX518 > the rest

Manit0u

Poland17321 Posts

January 07 2009 20:50 GMT

#48

http://www.razerzone.com/p-69-razer-deathadder-gaming-mouse.aspx

And it looks awesome coupled with

http://www.razerzone.com/p-87-razer-lycosa-gaming-keyboard.aspx

Danzepol

United States211 Posts

January 07 2009 20:57 GMT

#49

ive been using an mX510 for the past three or four years, and I've loved it.

I really disliked the mx310, I guess i just never found a way to be comfortable wilst holding it

the microsoft Intellimouse optical really is comfortable..I just found one laying around my house and I am seriously thinking of replacing my 510 with it

evanthebouncy!

United States12796 Posts

January 07 2009 21:02 GMT

#50

MX310! join the club. It's perfect ;d

SkyTheUnknown

Germany2065 Posts

January 07 2009 21:11 GMT

#51

I had many many different mouses. But Razer is waaaay the best. I have the Razer Pro Click, the color adds perfectly with my white Netbook

skyglow1

New Zealand3962 Posts

January 07 2009 21:15 GMT

#52

My deathadder stopped working

The left click button started to do double clicks when I only pressed it down once, then after a while the button just completely stopped working. I had only been using it like half a year and I didn't treat it badly or anything. Currently using an MX518 now.

Loser777

1931 Posts

January 08 2009 02:03 GMT

#53

My current mouse:

Logitech BT96a, got in China in 2006 for 120RMB (~15 USD)
I like the feel and the weight, though a USB mouse test that I used tells me it sucks.

Loser777

1931 Posts

January 08 2009 02:09 GMT

#54

My current mouse:

Logitech BT96a, got in China in 2006 for 120RMB (~15 USD)
I like the feel and the weight, though a USB mouse test that I used tells me it sucks.

Lanyth

Canada62 Posts

January 08 2009 03:49 GMT

#55

I've been trying to find a Salmosa in Canada, but I can't seem to be able to see any stores that have it.

TaP.Nuada

United States428 Posts

January 08 2009 04:03 GMT

#56

On December 30 2008 15:11 decafchicken wrote:

Show nested quote +

I use fingertip grip on it, but i have big hands. If you have daintier hands you could go with a g3

g3 is really nice. For a while I thought I was the only one who liked it's design. Nice to know there's another supporter

The mx300 is also really nice. It's just like the g3 minus the side buttons. It's what I used before the g3. I don't think it's made anymore though.

Sophie

China26 Posts

January 08 2009 04:08 GMT

#57

good

BG1

Canada1550 Posts

January 08 2009 04:42 GMT

#58

On January 08 2009 12:49 Lanyth wrote:
I've been trying to find a Salmosa in Canada, but I can't seem to be able to see any stores that have it.

I saw it in futureshop (Montreal) along with the Deathadder and Lachesis. They were also selling the Razer Destructor mousepad.

Powerpill

United States1693 Posts

January 08 2009 04:58 GMT

#59

mx518, still my fav and working great after all these years

mmgoose

769 Posts

January 08 2009 05:22 GMT

#60

On January 08 2009 11:09 Loser777 wrote:
My current mouse:

Logitech BT96a, got in China in 2006 for 120RMB (~15 USD)
I like the feel and the weight, though a USB mouse test that I used tells me it sucks.

this is also the one i use. don't blame the mouse for your own shortcomings.

Loser777

1931 Posts

January 08 2009 05:59 GMT

#61

I don't... I found it strange that a mouse test would say my mouse is bad... I like it better than a lot of other mice.

mmgoose

769 Posts

January 08 2009 08:19 GMT

#62

On January 08 2009 14:59 Loser777 wrote:
I don't... I found it strange that a mouse test would say my mouse is bad... I like it better than a lot of other mice.

oh, i'm sorry.

it's not actually "imprecise" as benchmarks would say--when it's already overkill for starcraft--it's just kinda the runt of the dpi litter (as bad as it is to say, i can't think of a better analogy).

it's reliable, effin' sexy (smooth, slick black) and inexpensive.

MuR)Ernu

Finland768 Posts

January 08 2009 08:39 GMT

#63

logitech mini op.
MX5xx are too big.
Same goes for most razer mice

GHOSTCLAW

United States17042 Posts

January 08 2009 08:47 GMT

#64

On January 07 2009 17:18 SearingShadow wrote:
Why do a lot of people say the MX518 is awesome but not the G5? I've looked at both mice and the G5 seems like a better version of the MX518. The shape is almost the same but the G5 has a higher DPI.

the DPI dosen't really matter, and the MX518 is a little smaller in the hand (I'm not sure about the actual size though). It all comes down to feel, and since most of us arn't serious fps gamers, the g5 dosen't tend to make as much sense. the MX518 is also cheaper by about $10 to $20 USD

dream-_-

United States1857 Posts

January 08 2009 08:55 GMT

#65

Gaming mice are such a waste of money IMO. as long as my mouse doesn't completely suck balls I dont think it changes the way I play in the slightest.

poGDI

Sweden87 Posts

January 08 2009 10:18 GMT

#66

I use mx518 but its not that small, the old mx310 was good as well. Or you should try any Razer.

Patriot.dlk

Sweden5462 Posts

January 08 2009 10:23 GMT

#67

Do not buy mx510.. Buy mx518=)

It's way better... way way better. I have had

2x mx500
2x mx510

And when I got my mx518 I was amazed on how good it was.

Centric

United States1989 Posts

January 08 2009 10:45 GMT

#68

On January 07 2009 15:59 Dark_Luster wrote:

Show nested quote +

me too. earth green to be specific

Yeah same here. I'm thinking about upgrading to the DeathAdder eventually, but I tried one once and wasn't too impressed. Any longtime users want to comment?

Bighit

Australia21 Posts

January 08 2009 10:51 GMT

#69

G5 for sure nice comfy mouse great options on it

Raziel2p

Norway5 Posts

January 08 2009 11:23 GMT

#70

I'm using a G3 at the moment. I used to use bigger mice (G5 and MX1000), but I've really come to enjoy the low profile of the G3. I might try a Razer Salmosa, though, but apart from some minor skipping because of my Icemat, the G3 is really nice.

Vex

Ireland454 Posts

January 08 2009 11:29 GMT

#71

i really dont think it matters what mouse, just sensivity and stuff to be best for u.
i use a dell mouse that came with computer.. :O

freelander

Hungary4707 Posts

January 08 2009 14:15 GMT

#72

the mice I like:
logitech mini optical
razer krait
logitech G3

Manit0u

Poland17321 Posts

January 08 2009 14:24 GMT

#73

And how about Logitech LS1?

I hate big mice, and those that have more than 2 buttons + scroll.

Hundredth

United Kingdom142 Posts

January 08 2009 20:24 GMT

#74

Yeah big mice are baaaad

Whatever you buy you're going to get used to easily for the most part, so just go for something that looks good/is cheap/has good features (although I find a lot of the features some mice have stupid)

Wala.Revolution

7582 Posts

January 08 2009 20:46 GMT

#75

Deathadder is comfortable for me, and I have a relatively small hand. The only thing I don't like about my mouse is that I hold it with my pinky with the left side of my right-hand pinky touching the mouse, and over long periods, it can get PAINFUL there for some reason; but you probably won't do that.

And my buttons don't work 100% of the time, but that's due to extreme long use.

SickTighT

United States337 Posts

January 08 2009 21:01 GMT

#76

On January 07 2009 15:10 MannerKiss wrote:
Razer Lachesis is hands down my favorite mouse. The 4000 dpi might be kinda high though if you dont use high res monitor//games (starcraft). But in my experience its better to have more and turn it down, than not have enough when you need it.

QFT

easily my favorite mouse

Siefu

Australia205 Posts

January 14 2009 01:48 GMT

#77

I've been using this for the past 6-7 years. Still works, even though the left feet things have come off.

I'm thinking of upgrading to the MX-518, it's on sale at JB Hi-Fi right now. Do you think $30 AUD (about $20 USD) is worth it?

GHOSTCLAW

United States17042 Posts

January 14 2009 02:09 GMT

#78

On January 14 2009 10:48 Siefu wrote:
I've been using this for the past 6-7 years. Still works, even though the left feet things have come off.

I'm thinking of upgrading to the MX-518, it's on sale at JB Hi-Fi right now. Do you think $30 AUD (about $20 USD) is worth it?

I mean, if you like how it feels then you should get it. But try before you buy if it's possible at all.

The MX-518 is a pretty good mouse, but there are plenty of people who will swear by the mini logitech blue optical

SpiritAshura

United States1271 Posts

January 14 2009 02:21 GMT

#79

On January 14 2009 10:48 Siefu wrote:
I've been using this for the past 6-7 years. Still works, even though the left feet things have come off.

I'm thinking of upgrading to the MX-518, it's on sale at JB Hi-Fi right now. Do you think $30 AUD (about $20 USD) is worth it?

lol i have like 4 of those sitting around at my house, good mouse for the price, ive got my MX518 because i like having both the forward + back buttons right by my thumb and it fit my hand well. It could be lighter IMO but its good for what it does, just turn up the DPI if i feel im going to slow.

IzzyCraft

United States4487 Posts

January 14 2009 02:37 GMT

#80

On January 09 2009 05:24 Hundredth wrote:
Yeah big mice are baaaad

Whatever you buy you're going to get used to easily for the most part, so just go for something that looks good/is cheap/has good features (although I find a lot of the features some mice have stupid)

not if your hand is big lol small mice hurt to hold for a long time for me becuase too small forces me to use awkard postions to use the mouse.