Need a great gaming mouse.

I've been gaming on a logitech M305, and it gets the job done. But I figured I might as well splurge on a good mouse. I want a notebook sized mouse, maybe the orochi or g9x on the large end. From what I've read, bluetooth can be a very choppy connection, can anyone verify that? Is it really bad? The orochi fits my needs because my m14x has bluetooth, and i can use it wired too. But from what I've seen, Logitech makes great mice, especially the g500, 700, and 9x series. I really like the weight system they have. I would like wireless/bluetooth, but i know wired is the way to go for gaming. I'm just worried that from constant unplugging the usb cord will get damaged, since i will only use it for gaming. A few have told me that Razer mice, especially the high end mamba, can be unreliable, and break after a year or so. More people seem to like logitech.
Mice i have considered:
Razer Orochi (Seems like my best choice)
Razer deathadder
Roccat pyra wireless (2.4 ghz not bluetooth)
Microsoft 5000 bluetooth (not a gaming mouse, but a cheap alternative)
Logitech g9x
Any advise? Any others I should look at?
I'm not a professional gamer, but I would say I'm above average. I'm very dexterous

 

Yes, bluetooth is Really bad for gaming, but its Ok for general browsing and usage. If wireless is really important to you, the Roccat Pyra is a better choice to the Orochi, but id still get a logitech g9x for a all rounded higher-end gaming performance, since ergonomics and the "no hassel of battery changing" is more important that a wireless feature to me.

 

I'd throw in a recommendation for the mionix Naos in there too, weight system, good right handed ergonomics, same sensor as the G700.

 

Bluetooth is too laggy for gaming. The Orochi is a nice Bluetooth portable mouse, and a good wired gaming mouse, but not a good wireless Bluetooth gaming mouse. The DeathAdder is a far better mouse in my opinion; it's got one of the best optical sensors ever made, and it's lightweight enough that it's still pretty easily portable. For years when I went to school, I just stuffed my DeathAdder in a sock and threw it in my backpack with my laptop and today it's still good as new.

If it's gotta be wireless, I'd go with either the G700 or the Mamba. I've had a Mamba for two years now with no issues, and I bought it refurbished. The G700 is probably more portable, though, with its small USB transmitter thing.

 

razer orichi is a good mouse. however, it depends on the game. if you are doing something very active, like an rts, fps, or somthing of the sort it will be fine. hwoever, if you are doing adventure games, or rpgs, it can really mess with you because after about 10 seconds of no use it goes to sleep.

however, for mobile gaming i would highly reccomend it if you have blutooth in your laptop. (i got it for my gamnig netbooK)

i had a razer deathadder before it and it was the best mouse i have ever used. when i sold my big laptop and got my netbook though i sold my deathadder, but now that i bought my desktop i bought a brand new deathadder for it. it is an amazing mouse. highly reccomend as long as you arent going all over the place with it.


also ive never had a razer product break on me.

 

I transitioned from a Logitech G7 (wireless) to a G9x and I must say I was afraid of the wire at first, but definitely fell in love with the mouse pretty quick. Mine has been plugged in and unplugged on a daily basis for about a year and half now, still looks brand new.

 

I have a Logitech MX 518 and it's great for general gaming IE: RPG, action/adventure, shooter (both first and third), RTS, cRPG, etc. I also have a Naga Epic but that's a little too specialized for general purpose imo. (I do still use it for photoshop, maya, and other game genres, but that's a personal preference.)

 

Wireless is not "bad for gaming;" bluetooth is. High quality wireless gaming mice like the G700 don't have any issues and perform exactly like wired mice.

 

Hmm, considering the g700 now, looks like a nice mouse. But I like the g9x features.

 

An alternative would also be the Cyborg R.A.T. 9. It's lovely since you can adjust it to your hands. The sensor isn't bad either.

 

I would have to say the Mionix Naos 5000... just so comfortable in the hand and great weighting system, also good software to customize buttons/macros.

 

If budget is not an issue,then i would recommend the Steelseries Sensei,which I myself is using now,controls like hot knife through butter.

 

Agreed....

 

I use the logitech g700.

Pros: Love the 4 thumb buttons, great speed wired or wireless, weight is on the heavy side specially with the battery on it.


Cons: battery life is useless, 8 hours at most on wireless (sad to say it ended up becoming a wired mouse.

Left and right mouse buttons started acting up 3-4 months after i purchased it and since logitech doesn't have world wide warranty support (and I bought this in one of my travels abroad), safe to say it ended with me soldering new mouse buttons on it from my old mouse.

guess i just got a bad batch since I bought this a month after it was released.


now thinking of getting the Naos 5000

 

I've used and tried approximately 7~ various gaming mice and have concluded that Logitech's G9X is the best one.

Light, precise and very responsive clicker/scroll/side buttons.

Another thing to note is the warranty, which Logitech excels at.

Mouse broken? No worries! Give Logitech a call, wait 30 seconds in queue, talk to a live agent and within 5 minutes they will put a 2-day shipping request for a replacement at their expense and pay for a UPS return label to get the damaged mouse from you.

I doubt any other mouse manufacturer can top that warranty

 

wish that was the same for my case
called up their tech support for my mouse and was told I had to return it to the shop I bought it from (which was in Hong Kong).

 

I've had good experience with Razer support the one time I had to get something replaced. The microphone on my Carcharias headset stopped working. I asked customer support for a replacement, and all I had to do was attach a photo of my headset with the serial number on the tag visible, and they shipped me a replacement for free.

 

Second the MX518... I've been using it for years now after being introduced to it from others in my area that game as well. Now I use it for everything (work, laptop, gaming whatever). If it would hook to my ipad I might try to use it there also lol.

 

Anyone know if Logitech Wireless Mouse M305 is a good mouse for gaming?

Logitech Wireless Mouse M305 (Black)

 

Logitech G500. The best I think.

 

It's 1,000 DPI and 8ms/125Hz wireless...definitely not a gaming mouse. You could probably use it for gaming without any obvious trouble, but there are far better choices for gaming-oriented mice.

 

The G700, G500, and G9x all rank at the top for me and it just depends on personal preference.

 

I currently use the M305. It's just a general mouse, but its good at being a small mouse. Comfy, well balanced, long battery life. I use it for sniping, and it works good, no complaints, but if you're a serious gamer you'd want something better. If you want a cheaper way, the m305 is okay. It's not a gaming mouse, but it can be used for light, or normal gaming.

Thanks for the replies everyone. I'm looking at the g9x currently, waiting for black friday, cyber monday, for any deals.

I like the Roccat Kova as well, but idk about Roccat or their warranty. Razer seems to make mice that has less value compared to other manufacturers. Not dissing Razer or anything, but you do pay a premium for them.

 

You gotta admit Razer does have some gems, though. Like the DeathAdder, $45 standard price on Amazon, with one of the best sensors ever made (in terms of quality, not raw DPI), and the only gaming mouse available in a left-hand version.

 

I had a Naga and it was a great mouse for the 60ish bucks I paid for it. I would definitely buy a Razer mouse again, but I love my G500.

 

my only gripe with logitech is how hideous they are.




not meaning to hijack, but whats the best option for portability? space isn't really a problem but I would like a cord. A short cord if possible. and 5 buttons is plenty. Durability would be great too.

 

The Orochi comes to mind. It's small, has 7 buttons, and has a detachable 3-foot cord. It also connects via Bluetooth, but I wouldn't game with that. Also comes with a nice carrying pouch for the mouse and cable.

 

This was my initial thought. I think I may go with this. how is the durability (if you've used one)?

 

I can't speak to the specific durability of the Orochi, but the other Razer products I've used hold up very well. My Naga was rock solid.

 

My death adder is nice, but feels a little cheaply made. Id worry about it sitting in my backpack all the time. Maybe I just worry too much

 

Same here, only my MS Habu crapped out on me, the rest of my razer stuff has been rock solid. For a wired mouse, two words: cable tie. This will fix any long wire problem you might have.

 

I was also considering getting a steelseries sensei and using a cable tie.

 

I've had an Orochi for a little over two years now, and a DeathAdder for over three. Never had any issues with any of them. The Orochi's pouch is very well padded.

Before I got the Orochi, I used to carry my DeathAdder around with me to and from school; all I did was stuff the entire thing in a sock and toss it in my backpack. And it still looks and functions like the day I got it. Many people say the DA feels cheap because it's very light, which I think is one of its best qualities. It is nothing if not durable.

 

Thanks for that, I think that seals the deal.

 

How was gaming on the orochi with bluetooth? Or would you just use it wired for gaming for higher dpi and a more stable connection?

 

Bluetooth is really too laggy for gaming with any sort of precision. The delay is almost tangible. It flies in wired mode though.

The 2,000 DPI in Bluetooth mode is actually more DPI than most people need already...but it's somewhat wasted on such a laggy connection.