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    Gaming Mouse - Something Similar to the G9X; Possibly Razer Hex? Advice

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by Voodooi, Mar 28, 2012.

  1. Voodooi

    Voodooi AFK for a while...

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    Currently using the Cyborg RAT 3 and this pile of junk has got to go.

    What I'm looking for:
    - G9X-like mouse
    - Light in weight
    - Auto-scroll wheel preferably (one spin = several spins)
    - Several buttons (on side preferably)
    - Flat mouse
    - Big hands (G9X is a perfect fit)

    *Any mouse that tilts my hand upwards will cause severe aches and pain.

    Razer Naga Hex?

    I looked at all the logitech and razer products. The closest one to my criteria is:
    Newegg.ca - RAZER Naga Hex RZ01-00750100-R3U1 Black / Green 11 Buttons 1 x Wheel USB Wired Laser 5600 dpi Mouse
    ...the Razer Naga Hex. Am I correct? Thoughts? What I like about the side buttons is that they're big and mechanical as per reviews.

    I was also considering the Naga/Epic, but people are saying the buttons are too small on the side and my hands are already large, so ...

    Here are my previous gaming mice:

    G9X:
    Best mouse I have ever used. Comfort, feel and weight is perfect.
    The problem is it lacks buttons which I really need for competitive PvP in SWTOR.

    G700:
    Excellent mouse.
    I prefer flat gaming mice and the this mouse was a too heavy for me since I'm a "clawer" - all personal preference, though.

    Cyborg RAT 3:
    G9X copycat, but with severe quality issues.
    Does not respond properly, left/right click are harder to press and no auto scroll wheel. Overall, worst mouse I have ever used.

    Razer Abyssus:
    Way too small. Unusable.
     
  2. niko2021

    niko2021 Notebook Evangelist

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    The naga seems like its the best mouse for you. I have the g9x, and would recommended it to you again as well as the g700. The razer death adder is nice as well, but since you need buttons, the hex is nice, heard good things from it, and much better from the old naga's cramped side buttons.

    Mice I would suggest you consider:
    I have heard good things from the corsair M90, which is also an MMO mouse.
    Newegg.com - Corsair Vengeance M90 Black 15 Buttons 1 x Wheel USB Wired Laser 5700 dpi Performance, MMO/RTS Gaming Mouse

    Doesn't look quite as good, but the buttons are easier to find and press.

    The corsair m60, which is the fps centered mouse, is also good, has a lot of features, as well as a sniper mode button (changes dpi for better sniping), and 8 programmable buttons, nice aluminum feel as well.

    Newegg.com - Corsair Vengeance M60 Black 8 Buttons 1 x Wheel USB Wired Laser 5700 dpi Performance, FPS Gaming Mouse
     
  3. kent1146

    kent1146 Notebook Prophet

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    Although I have never used one personally, you might want to check out the Corsair M90. Its shape will be closer to the Logitech G9x that you love, much more than the Razer Naga.

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  4. hiarieshi

    hiarieshi Notebook Evangelist

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    I own a G9x and I have to say it is not for big hands at all, it's for small hands.

    I would go with the Corsair M90 as well.
     
  5. Voodooi

    Voodooi AFK for a while...

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    If you consider the G9X small, then wait until you try rat 3/razer abyssus/razer mamba (too skinny) :p G9X with the larger grip is nice, but could be bigger.

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    @niko2021
    I would love the G700, but it's just not for me. Any mouse that points my palm upwards causes pain after 30min~.

    Thanks for the suggestion so far, I'll check out Corsair youtube videos - any other suggestions?
     
  6. hiarieshi

    hiarieshi Notebook Evangelist

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    I have the g700, isn't the mamba aroudn the same size as the g700? OR IS IT SMALLER that's mindblowing