Logitech MX518 vs. G5
#1
Posted 18 January 2006 - 07:57 PM
Is laser really worth it?
#2
Posted 18 January 2006 - 09:08 PM
#3
Posted 18 January 2006 - 09:10 PM
I don't trust cordless for gaming. That's what I had before and it makes a difference. Also, the number and placement of buttons on the 518 is superior to the other models. I love the 2 thumb buttons. One is my TS push to talk, the other my sprint button in BF2.
#4
Posted 18 January 2006 - 09:51 PM
if i had a choice i would not
the batteris run out once a week
and sometimes it laggs with game just a hair
i need a better mouse too
#5
Posted 18 January 2006 - 10:02 PM
anyway I went with the 518!
#6
Posted 18 January 2006 - 10:07 PM
#7
Posted 18 January 2006 - 10:49 PM
#9
Posted 19 January 2006 - 03:16 AM
G5 = Corded
G7 = Cordless
Depends on your preference.
#10
Posted 19 January 2006 - 07:19 AM
Bill
PS I understnad that Razor has a "hot" mouse also.
#11
Posted 19 January 2006 - 07:27 AM
now click on my signature!
#12
Posted 19 January 2006 - 09:14 AM
#13
Posted 19 January 2006 - 10:28 AM
#14
Posted 19 January 2006 - 11:18 AM
#15
Posted 19 January 2006 - 11:18 AM
I know most hardcore gamers prefer corded mice but the G7 is 2.4 ghz signal, so it pretty much lag free. And lasers are much more accurate than optical, but it takes getting used to because it is so sensitive.
Bottom line.. you really can't go wrong with any of these mice, the choice depends on your wallet.
Edited by Furious_DC, 19 January 2006 - 11:23 AM.
#16
Posted 19 January 2006 - 05:09 PM
#17
Posted 20 January 2006 - 02:33 AM
#18
Posted 20 January 2006 - 02:37 AM
Also what do you think about the weight disks?
#19
Posted 20 January 2006 - 04:51 AM
#20
Posted 20 January 2006 - 09:09 AM
I would not get a G5 or G7, the battery life on them is so low.
The G5 is a laser WIRED mouse and does not use batteries. The G7 is the WIRELESS version and does use batteries. I agree that using a wireless mouse is sometimes glitchy and does not offer smooth consistent game play.
I have always used Logitech mice and had no problems with them. I had used the MX 500 series for many years and recently purchased the new G5. This is a great mouse, very accurate and with the added feature of being able to customize its weight.
I am sure there are other devices out there that are equal or better.