Logitech mice: G5 or MX518

[Craig]

Right then, my MX700 is coming to the end of its life and I have already settled on a new keyboard (Saitek Eclipse) but I now have to choose a new mouse! Having used a MX700 for about a year I don't really want to shift manufacturers as the shape of the Logitech mice is lovely, also the weight on the MX700 is *just* right.

Anyway... onto the two contenders;

G5
Pros:
2000dpi compared to the mx700's 800dpi
Adjustable weight (maybe able to get it the same as my mx700)
Shape/design same as mx700

Cons:
Price
Missing "forward" button

MX518
Pros:
1600dpi compared to the mx700's 800dpi
Shape/design same as mx700
Price

Cons:
No weight adjustment

So then.. which should I go for?

Craig

[Merlin4458]

lol craig. Im at exactly the same dilemer. just getting rid of my mx700, but for diff reasons. I find the weight in it not quite centre for gaming, and also a little heavy. Used it for 3 years though

If i had the cash i would go for the G5 because of the weight adjustablity and extra dpi.
But its like 50 quid :S, so im tempted to lean to the mx518 as i KNOW for a afact its an awsome mouse

[NikolaX]

And in a america when G7 will ship they can get it for 50 £, and G5 is 35£, i hate them
I am waiting for G7, i can't stand the cord

[0iD]

Personally I like the 518. I use one along with a 510 & MX700. I can't see that the G5 is worth the extra cash personally.

[[DW]Cougho]

Personally I like the 518. I use one along with a 510 & MX700. I can't see that the G5 is worth the extra cash personally.

i have the MX518 too, its brilliant i cant see how the g5 could be £15 or so better.

[Merlin4458]

0iD, how does the 518 compare to the mx700 gaming wise. Do u notice a difference. Have u gamed with both?

[Craig]

Sorry to bring up an old-ish thread


Does anyone have any opinions on the Razer Diamondback and Razer Diamondback Plasma?

Cheers,

Craig

[Fossil]

Using a 518, seems OK to me.. did upgrade from a M$ Intellimouse ball mouse though

One bad side to 518 (I think) is that dirt from your fingers builds up on the left/right mouse buttons and you have to wipe it once in a while.

[herman368]

wait...and get the razer copperhead

[kempez]

I got the diamondback and its an awesome mouse. I love it to bits

[xavxen]

Just got the Diamondback Plasma Limited Edition...

OMG! Its the bestest mouse in the whole wide world!

If youd rather save money, get a normal Diamondback Magma, around £30.

Only difference is that its not blue!!!

Seriously though, get a Razer Diamondback. Its a lot better than the MX518 that my mates got!!

Really biased view, but hope it helps!

[dave87]

If your a fan of Logitech, the MX1000 is a very good mouse, especially, if like me, u use it for prolonged periods of time.

Dave