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    VX Nano okay for gaming?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by Bryan888, Sep 7, 2007.

  1. Bryan888

    Bryan888 Notebook Consultant

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    Is the VX Nano okay for semi serious gaming?

    Does it go into 'sleep' mode quicky resulting in lag when you move the mouse?
     
    Bryan888, Sep 7, 2007
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    semi serious maybe, it would go into sleep mode if not used for a given period
     
    SideSwipe, Sep 7, 2007
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  3. Bryan888

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    Do any VX Nano owners here know how long the period is before it goes into sleep mode?

    Are we talking minutes here or seconds?
     
    Bryan888, Sep 7, 2007
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    I got my VX Nano a few weeks ago and use it for gaming... FPS, MMO's, RTS etc. sleep mode comes into play after 90 sec's. I have never had a problem with it... and love the mouse
     
    Sledgehammer70, Sep 7, 2007
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  5. revolution82

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    the nano has a lower 800dpi when compared to other laser type gaming mice....not sure if it really matters though?
     
    revolution82, Sep 7, 2007
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    If the Nano goes to sleep on your during a game you are probably playing online Chess without a timer in which case a 2 second delay likely won't kill you.

    I am not a serious gamer by any means but it seems like it could be used for gaming. Despite the smaller size being a notebook mouse it is comfortable to use for long periods of time. If you are one of those people concerned about the DPI of the laser, adjustable settings, or a large gaming size it is probably not for you. It is a very accurate mouse though that glides very easily and has some extra buttons you can customize. Being extremely portable with the small size and receiver it is greatest advantage however.
     
    Schluep, Sep 7, 2007
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  7. Phil

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    Does anyone know the weight of the Nano VX mouse?

    Logitech.com does not mention it. I need a very light mouse to prevent RSI.
     
    Phil, Sep 7, 2007
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    RSI? which is? I am not sure of the weight but its pretty light great mouse but the VX revolution would be my choice; good size, weight and feature set and i think it has a higher resolution than the nano too but don't quote me...i'm still researching that one.
     
    RasBastard, Sep 9, 2007
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    since the scroll wheel can't really be "clicked", how's that affect gaming? for half life 2 or FEAR and other single player games (RTS and FPS)
     
    soccerjoe05, Jan 30, 2008
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    I ll say.. Its not for Serious Gamers....Casual gaming its good... but for Competitive gaming u need higher DPI, Higher Poll Rate, better Design, Better Tracking,

    The gaming-grade mouse dont Stall when moved at High speeds...


    But for Casual fun gaming your mouse is PERFECT


    I am into Counter-strike tournaments so i have bought Razer DeathAdder + Razer Mantis.
     
    Nocturnal310, Jan 30, 2008
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  11. soccerjoe05

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    thanks! i'm not into multiplayer or competitions or such and i usually play the single player campaigns so i guess this'll be fine :)
     
    soccerjoe05, Jan 30, 2008
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  12. knightingmagic

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    If the mouse goes to sleep on you, it probaly won't matter at all. If you're playing a twitch game, you would be keeping the mouse very active anyway.
     
    knightingmagic, Jan 30, 2008
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