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| Price | $69.00 | $57.99 to $87.93 | $128.70 to $139.35 | $75.72 to $113.25 | $189.99 to $237.54 |
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| Release date | August 19, 2009 | June 03, 2009 | |||
| The Bottom Line | Microsoft's SideWinder X8 isn't the only mouse that can swap seamlessly between wired and wireless modes; however, between its BlueTrack sensor and its on-the-fly macro recording capability--not to mention a competitive price--we imagine few PC gamers won't want to get their hands on it. | There's quite a lot to like about Logitech's new Gaming Mouse G500, but with a competing mouse from Microsoft offering its own set of features, gamers now have some choices to make. The G500 will appeal to performance-driven shooter fans. The choice is less clear for other kinds of PC gamers. | The Mad Catz Cyborg R.A.T. 9 is the most expensive gaming mouse we know of, but its vast customizability, unique features, and strong performance make it a worthwhile expense for demanding PC gamers. | Logitech has met and surpassed Microsoft's recent mouse technology innovations by introducing the most versatile mouse sensor on the market in its new Performance Mouse MX. But even if you don't have a glass table crying out to become a workspace, this high-end input device has enough features and cushy design to make it a justifiable indulgence for anyone who takes their cursor control seriously. | Even semicompetitive PC gamers can get away with a less expensive mouse, but for the most dedicated, the Razer Mamba provides unmatched precision whether it's connected directly to your PC or set free in wireless mode. If Razer fixed a few design and features issues, we'd feel better about the price. |
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| Product Description | Microsoft SideWinder X8 Mouse Mouse | Logitech Gaming Mouse G500 - Mouse | CYBORG R.A.T. 9 Gaming Mouse - Mouse | Logitech Performance Mouse MX - Mouse | Razer Mamba Mouse |
| Device Type | Mouse | Mouse | Mouse | Mouse | Mouse |
| Color | Black | Gray | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Black |
| Localization | North America | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless - 2.4 GHz | Wired - USB | Wireless - 2.4 GHz | Wireless - 2.4 GHz | Wired - USB Wireless - 2.4 GHz |
| Wireless Receiver | USB wireless receiver | Info unavailable | USB wireless receiver | USB wireless receiver | Info unavailable |
| Movement Detection Technology | Optical | Laser | Laser | Laser | Laser |
| Buttons Qty | 7 | 10 | 7 | Info unavailable | 7 |
| Movement Resolution | 4000 dpi | 5700 dpi | 5600 dpi | Info unavailable | 5600 dpi |
| Performance | 75 G maximum acceleration 13000 fps | 1000 reports per second 30 G maximum acceleration 12 megapixels per second Realtime sensitivity switching 200 - 5700 dpi Up to 165 inches per second | 50 G maximum acceleration Realtime sensitivity switching 25 - 5600 dpi 1 ms response time | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
| Features | Programmable buttons LCD screen Scrolling wheel Microsoft BlueTrack Technology Switchable resolution | Adjustable weight Programmable buttons Scrolling wheel Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) feet Sensitivity adjustment | Adjustable size Adjustable weight Programmable buttons Rocker switch Scrolling wheel Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) feet Golden USB plug Switchable resolution | Logitech Darkfield Laser Tracking | Info unavailable |
| Battery | 1 x AA type | Info unavailable | 1 | 2 x AA type | Info unavailable |
| OS Required | Microsoft Windows Vista / XP | Microsoft Windows Vista / XP / 7 | Microsoft Windows XP 64-bit Edition Microsoft Windows Vista / XP / 7 | Microsoft Windows 7 Microsoft Windows Vista / XP Apple MacOS X 10.4 or later | Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Microsoft Windows XP Microsoft Windows Vista (32/64 bits) Microsoft Windows 2000 Microsoft Windows XP 64-bit Edition |
| Microsoft Certification | Certified for Windows Vista | Compatible with Windows 7 | Certified for Windows Vista | Compatible with Windows 7 | Info unavailable |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 3 years warranty | 3 years warranty | Info unavailable | 3 years warranty | Info unavailable |
| Orientation | Info unavailable | Right-handed | Info unavailable | Right-handed | Info unavailable |
| Cables Included | Info unavailable | 1 x USB cable - Integrated | Info unavailable | 1 x USB charge cable - External 1 x USB extension cable - External | 1 x USB cable - Integrated |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | 2.8 in x 5 in x 1.7 in |
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