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    Microsoft Sidewinder vs Logitech G9

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by Fastblack, Aug 27, 2007.

  1. Fastblack

    Fastblack Notebook Consultant

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    Microsoft Sidewinder

    Logitech G9

    Currently running a Logitech G5. I've Always been a Logitech guy myself... but that Microsoft Mouse looks pretty good.
    What do u guys think?
     
    Fastblack, Aug 27, 2007
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  2. Jonno000

    Jonno000 Notebook Consultant

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    Personally, I would never spend that much on a mouse, but I would pick the Microsoft one I suppose. :)
     
    Jonno000, Aug 27, 2007
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  3. crash

    crash NBR Assassin

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    The Microsoft Sidewinder looks ugly as hell. To me at least. But I don't like the G9 either. I'd go with a cheaper, better-looking mouse.
     
    crash, Aug 27, 2007
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  4. grateful

    grateful Notebook Evangelist

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    I dont game, and I dont really care what my mouse feels like

    my buddy has been gaming since the early 90's and constantly updates his hardware every 5 months......he has the g9 and it is quite comfortable and options......

    he has the logitech g9 mouse, logitech g15 keyboard and a belkin nostromo speed pad........quite interesting
     
    grateful, Aug 27, 2007
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    darkspark88 Notebook Evangelist

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    OMG. THe ugliest mice I have ever seen. Neither looks any good. I would agree with a comment above, and go with a cheaper better looking mouse. I mean there is a lot to be said for functionality over style, but those mice would make me think twice.

    I too would go with MS everytime. Logitech software makes opening menus in Vista very slow. It's just so bloated. MS software is always guaranteed to integrate well with Windows OS.

    Why not get a good notebook gaming mouse?
     
    darkspark88, Aug 27, 2007
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  6. Fastblack

    Fastblack Notebook Consultant

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    I thought they both looked pretty decent. Logitech software has no effect on either of my systems, i dont know what ur talking about there. I want a gaming mouse, it doesnt have to be a small one, as it will fit in my bag either way...
     
    Fastblack, Aug 28, 2007
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    I ll stick with the G5 if i were you. Both are ugly. (I thought G5 is a gaming mouse)
     
    lunateck, Aug 28, 2007
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    I agree. those look like some kind of overdone retro cars. or Tron.........it reminds me of the movie Tron.
     
    andrew.brandon, Aug 28, 2007
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  9. Fastblack

    Fastblack Notebook Consultant

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    are u guys actualy gamers? =p
     
    Fastblack, Aug 28, 2007
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  10. Sneaky_Chopsticks

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    I'd go with the G9. Faster DPI by over 1,200 DPI. You can change the colors, and the grip of the mouse. Has logitech's special scrolling thing.
     
    Sneaky_Chopsticks, Aug 28, 2007
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  11. Patrick

    Patrick Formerly beat spamers with stiks

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    Ima good with meh G7's
     
    Patrick, Aug 28, 2007
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  12. iph03n1xi

    iph03n1xi Notebook Evangelist

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    I would say the G9, although to be honest, I would stick with the G5, instead of wasting $80-$100 on another mouse.
     
    iph03n1xi, Aug 28, 2007
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  13. lunateck

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    Honestly say, not. I have my life to live....
     
    lunateck, Aug 28, 2007
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  14. Sneaky_Chopsticks

    Sneaky_Chopsticks Notebook Deity

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    Shouldn't this thread be in the accessories section? That's just a heads up.. ;)

    Anyways, the G9 looks really good, and I'd totally go for it
     
    Sneaky_Chopsticks, Aug 28, 2007
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  15. Fastblack

    Fastblack Notebook Consultant

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    I put it here so the gamers would look at it, since they are gaming mice. A mouse is no accessory to a gamer!
     
    Fastblack, Aug 28, 2007
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