Logitech G5 Laser Mouse: When an update is not worthy of a new name
by Gary Key on July 25, 2007 12:01 AM EST- Posted in
- Peripherals
Design Features
If you read through Logitech's marketing information one of the single most touted features on the G5 series is the tunable weight cartridge system. This creation from Logitech's rodent lab offers the ability to add up to 36 grams of weight to the mouse in order to "tune" the weight of the G5 to your personal preference. We are split as to whether this system seems a little too gimmicky or according to some adamant staff members, it really does make a difference in gaming performance.
If nothing else, Logitech really went all out with the design of the weight system. The system contains sixteen different weights; eight are 4.5 grams each with the balance being 1.7 grams each. The weight cartridge accepts up to eight weights, so you can customize to your liking.
The weight cartridge inserts into a slot on the bottom of the mouse. This slot is angled and notched making it very easy to insert the cartridge. The button located about the slot allows for a quick spring-loaded ejection once pressed. The weight cartridge is basically centered in the mouse, so any weight changes will be spread evenly across the mousing surface.
The standard weight of mouse is actually very light for its size and we found it to be very comfortable. However, some of us like a slightly heavier mouse so we added a few grams of weight and found ourselves being able to easily "palm" the mouse during gaming with some precision.
If you read through Logitech's marketing information one of the single most touted features on the G5 series is the tunable weight cartridge system. This creation from Logitech's rodent lab offers the ability to add up to 36 grams of weight to the mouse in order to "tune" the weight of the G5 to your personal preference. We are split as to whether this system seems a little too gimmicky or according to some adamant staff members, it really does make a difference in gaming performance.
If nothing else, Logitech really went all out with the design of the weight system. The system contains sixteen different weights; eight are 4.5 grams each with the balance being 1.7 grams each. The weight cartridge accepts up to eight weights, so you can customize to your liking.
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The weight cartridge inserts into a slot on the bottom of the mouse. This slot is angled and notched making it very easy to insert the cartridge. The button located about the slot allows for a quick spring-loaded ejection once pressed. The weight cartridge is basically centered in the mouse, so any weight changes will be spread evenly across the mousing surface.
The standard weight of mouse is actually very light for its size and we found it to be very comfortable. However, some of us like a slightly heavier mouse so we added a few grams of weight and found ourselves being able to easily "palm" the mouse during gaming with some precision.
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leexgx - Wednesday, July 25, 2007 - link
mx1000 for me has 7-8 buttons on it so all my 1-7 buttons are maped to it for gameingDuraz0rz - Wednesday, July 25, 2007 - link
I wish I could find one to buy :( I have an MX510 that's still going strong, but I've been needing a decent wireless mouse that isn't the MX Revolution or G7.Sunrise089 - Wednesday, July 25, 2007 - link
Yay for the MX518 love. I have one, and see no reason anyone would ever need any other wired mouse.tuteja1986 - Wednesday, July 25, 2007 - link
I used the G5 for few days and went back to MX518. To me MX518 is the best logitech gaming mouse. But now i use Razor Death adder which is my fav razor mouse.Jodiuh - Wednesday, July 25, 2007 - link
Ditto.Gary Key - Friday, July 27, 2007 - link
The DeathAdder is quickly becoming one of my favorites also. :)imaheadcase - Wednesday, July 25, 2007 - link
I pressed enter to soon..Reason i mention it is because some get confused over how to use the DPI switching and just assume because only 3 lights on mouse you can only use 3 settings. Hope that clears it up :P
imaheadcase - Wednesday, July 25, 2007 - link
It is actually FIVE DPI settings you can use with the mouse, It will show additional lcd lit up for other settings. For instance the 2nd from lowest DPI setting you pick will light up 2 led lights on mouse, and 4th LCD setting will show the top 2 lit up.biohazard420420 - Wednesday, August 1, 2007 - link
This isn't a direct reply to you sorry. But I have one question who actually uses a left handed mouse. I am left handed always have been always will be LOL, and I have never used a left handed mouse, I am 27 which while not old means I was around when you could only get right handed mice which was never a problem. I have never understood the point of left handed mice to begin with, it take litterally NO learning curve for a left handed person to use a normal (right handed) mouse unless you have only used left handed mice your entire life. Logitech and others can't honestly seel than many of them.