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    Anyone recommend a wireless gamer mouse?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by Ali Nield, Apr 11, 2009.

  1. Ali Nield

    Ali Nield Notebook Guru

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    I have about £40 to spend and I want to buy a nice wireless mouse that I can use for games. I want one that isn't like the small notebook style mouses and that's full size

    Preferably a well known make


    Thanks
     
    Ali Nield, Apr 11, 2009
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  2. d.rivera08

    d.rivera08 Notebook Evangelist

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    Most hardcore gamers frown on wireless mice due to the few milliseconds of lag and responsiveness. I'd defnitely keep a few batteries or a wired mouse as a backup if you plan on travelling with it.

    Have a look at the Logitech

    Logitech G7- $79

    MX518- $49
     
    d.rivera08, Apr 11, 2009
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  3. whizzo

    whizzo Notebook Prophet

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    Logitech G7, Microsoft X8, or Razer Mamba. neither is cheap, sadly.
     
    whizzo, Apr 11, 2009
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  4. Bog

    Bog Losing it...

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    Although it's wired, I would still recommend the Logitech MX518.
     
    Bog, Apr 11, 2009
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  5. Mastershroom

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    The Logitech G7 is a fantastic wireless gaming mouse, as attested above. If you really want to shell out serious money, you can get the Razer Mamba, which has both wired and wireless modes, but it'll cost you around $130.
     
    Mastershroom, Apr 11, 2009
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  6. FoxTrot1337

    FoxTrot1337 Notebook Deity

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    Logitech G7 would be your best bet.
     
    FoxTrot1337, Apr 12, 2009
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  7. garetjax

    garetjax NBR Freelance Reviewer NBR Reviewer

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    As was mentioned earlier, a serious gamer eschews wireless gaming mice and looks for wired instead. With that said, I recommend the Logitech G9 as it offers the perfect combination between affordability and performance.
     
    garetjax, Apr 12, 2009
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  8. usapatriot

    usapatriot Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    The Logitech G5 is wired and cheaper than the G7, mine's still working after three years...
     
    usapatriot, Apr 12, 2009
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