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The '''mouse''' along with a keyboard and monitor is one of the most used parts of a computer. As such it is important to get a quality mouse that supports the hand (and wrist) well. Some mice are prone to breaking or being overpriced. Many mice have more features than just clicking which some power users may appreciate. Some mice are more suited to gaming than others.  
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The '''mouse''' along with a [[Mechanical keyboards |keyboard]] and monitor is one of the most used parts of a computer. As such it is important to get a quality mouse that supports the hand (and wrist) well. Some mice are prone to breaking or being overpriced. Many mice have more features than just clicking which some power users may appreciate. Some mice are more suited to [[Video games |gaming]] than others.  
 
 
  
 
== Windows Mouse acceleration fix ==
 
== Windows Mouse acceleration fix ==
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Disabling mouse acceleration will make your mouse feel incredibly responsive and accurate. It's essential for getting a K/D more than 1 in any video game, and even general browsing will be a lot faster. Mouse acceleration's only use is with touchpads and desks with small space, and even then it's better to just increase sensitivity.
 
Disabling mouse acceleration will make your mouse feel incredibly responsive and accurate. It's essential for getting a K/D more than 1 in any video game, and even general browsing will be a lot faster. Mouse acceleration's only use is with touchpads and desks with small space, and even then it's better to just increase sensitivity.
  
The [http://donewmouseaccel.blogspot.co.uk/2010/03/markc-windows-7-mouse-acceleration-fix.html MarkC Acceleration Fix] is the best way to disable mouse acceleration for Windows 95 and up.
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The [http://donewmouseaccel.blogspot.co.uk/2010/03/markc-windows-7-mouse-acceleration-fix.html MarkC Acceleration Fix] is the best way to disable mouse acceleration for [[Windows]] 95 and up.
  
 
Download the zip and unpack, then enable the .reg file for the screen DPI you use(which should never be more than 100%), restart, then use the test file in the unpacked folder to make sure it is disabled. Some terrible mouse firmware uses acceleration to have a higher polling rate, so be mindful of settings.
 
Download the zip and unpack, then enable the .reg file for the screen DPI you use(which should never be more than 100%), restart, then use the test file in the unpacked folder to make sure it is disabled. Some terrible mouse firmware uses acceleration to have a higher polling rate, so be mindful of settings.
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== Choosing a mouse ==
 
== Choosing a mouse ==
  
You'll want to narrow it down to mice with good sensors, and to what is in your budget. Pick from what's left based on size, shape, weight, features you like, and build quality. These are all very subjective, but try not to get sucked in by gimmicky features.  
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If you do not care about video games, then choosing a mouse isn't a difficult task. Choose something by either Zowie or Logitech and spend >$20. Zowie has the advantage of not requiring drivers, but logitech has the advantage of having a much wider range of mice. Also consider having a look at mice section on the [[Chink_shit_general/Electronic_and_computer_goods#Gaymen_Mice|Chink Shit General Page]]
  
The guide below is based entirely on sensor quality. Learn more about their build quality etc on their individual pages. Mice are ordered alphabetically in their tiers, not by quality.  
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If you do however care about video games, then read on.
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There are a lot of aspects to mice, such as size, shape, weight, sensors, buttons, sensor position, build quality, etc.
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However, the most important aspects are the sensor and the shape/weight/size (these 3 are usually related to each other). This is because all other aspects have minimal impact and/or can be modified (e.g. mouse feet can be replaced)
  
 
=== Guide ===
 
=== Guide ===
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The best mice normally change over time. This isn't entirely because mice are getting better, sometimes good/great mice stop being produced and finding these mice becomes quite hard/expensive.
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What this means however, is that this guide will likely become outdated if it is not updated every year or so. So be cautious if the last edit to this section was a long time ago.
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For a more up to date list, consider checking out what "professional gamers" use on sites like [https://prosettings.net/ Prosettings.net]. However do be warned, a lot of the mice listed may be because these players have deals with specific companies and not because those mice are actually better (some players will also lie about what mice they use).
  
 
==== Best ====
 
==== Best ====
*[[Logitech G400]]
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*[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GCKQD77 Logitech G Pro Wireless]
*[[Logitech G400s]]
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*[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CMS5Q6P Logitech G305]
*[[Razer Deathadder 2013]]
 
*[[Steelseries Rival]]
 
*[[Zowie AM]]
 
*[[Zowie EC1 eVo]]
 
*[[Zowie EC2 eVo]]
 
*[[Zowie FK]]
 
  
 
==== Great ====
 
==== Great ====
*[[Microsoft Intellimouse Explorer]]
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*[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071164BZT Roccat KPOE]
*[[Microsoft Intellimouse Optical]]
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*[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KUAMCV4 Logitech G403]
*[[Microsoft Wheel Mouse Optical]]
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* Finalmouse Air58. Many versions of the air model exist. Finalmouse products are also treated like designer items for some reason. You will either overpay or be able to flip the mouse for a profit.
*[[Razer Deathadder 3.5G]]
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* Finalmouse Ultralight. Many versions of the ultralight exist. Again, another Finalmouse product so despite being sold originally for $70, it now sells for >$200.
*[[Razer Deathadder 3G]]
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*[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JPOLLTK Logitech G Pro]
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*[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D2BBZMU Zowie EC2-a]
  
 
==== Notes ====
 
==== Notes ====
  
Logitech no longer manufacturers the G400 or G400s. If you RMA a G400s you will be sent a G402s. G400s can still be acquired for about 60-70 dollars, which is the same as a Zowie FK. Despite this price it still worth it. If the G400/G400s is the only mouse you can use it may be worth it to buy extras. The Zowie FK is at the same price point.  
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Anything by Razer is trash. Most things targeted to "gamers" are horrible, with the only exceptions being the mice listed on the guide above. Anything with a lot of LED lights and other useless junk like adjustable weights is also trash.
  
As of late /g/ has reached the conclusion that in fact, G500 mice are shit and if you get a g series mouse you should get a G400 or G400s.
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If your mouse isn't in the guide, then its probably not as good. But if you don't care about games then it really doesn't matter what mouse you have.
  
 
== Visual Guides ==
 
== Visual Guides ==
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= External Links =
 
= External Links =
[http://www.logicalincrements.com/peripherals/index.html#mouse Logical Increments Mouse Guide]
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* [http://www.logicalincrements.com/peripherals/mouse.html Logical Increments Mouse Guide]
 
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* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SH7PKuW7mvA FrankieOnPCIn1080p explains Mice configuration and other things]. Incredibly useful video if you want to start learning about mice and how to choose the right one.
[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SH7PKuW7mvA FrankieOnPCIn1080p explains Mice configuration and other things]. Incredibly useful video if you want to start learning about mice and how to choose the right one.
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* [http://donewmouseaccel.blogspot.co.uk/2010/03/markc-windows-7-mouse-acceleration-fix.html Windows mouse acceleration fix]. Mandatory if you are using a Windows computer. Do this now.
 
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* [http://textfiles.com/100/balls.txt Abstract:  Mouse Balls Available as FRU (Field Replacement Unit)] - A humorous memo by IBM in the 1980's about Mouse Balls being replaced with FRUs.
[http://donewmouseaccel.blogspot.co.uk/2010/03/markc-windows-7-mouse-acceleration-fix.html Windows mouse acceleration fix]. Mandatory if you are using a Windows computer. Do this now.
 
 
 
  
 
[[Category:Hardware]]
 
[[Category:Hardware]]
 
[[Category:Recommendations]]
 
[[Category:Recommendations]]
 
[[Category:Accessories]]
 
[[Category:Accessories]]

Revision as of 14:16, 5 May 2019

The mouse along with a keyboard and monitor is one of the most used parts of a computer. As such it is important to get a quality mouse that supports the hand (and wrist) well. Some mice are prone to breaking or being overpriced. Many mice have more features than just clicking which some power users may appreciate. Some mice are more suited to gaming than others.

Windows Mouse acceleration fix

Disabling mouse acceleration will make your mouse feel incredibly responsive and accurate. It's essential for getting a K/D more than 1 in any video game, and even general browsing will be a lot faster. Mouse acceleration's only use is with touchpads and desks with small space, and even then it's better to just increase sensitivity.

The MarkC Acceleration Fix is the best way to disable mouse acceleration for Windows 95 and up.

Download the zip and unpack, then enable the .reg file for the screen DPI you use(which should never be more than 100%), restart, then use the test file in the unpacked folder to make sure it is disabled. Some terrible mouse firmware uses acceleration to have a higher polling rate, so be mindful of settings.

Choosing a mouse

If you do not care about video games, then choosing a mouse isn't a difficult task. Choose something by either Zowie or Logitech and spend >$20. Zowie has the advantage of not requiring drivers, but logitech has the advantage of having a much wider range of mice. Also consider having a look at mice section on the Chink Shit General Page

If you do however care about video games, then read on.

There are a lot of aspects to mice, such as size, shape, weight, sensors, buttons, sensor position, build quality, etc.

However, the most important aspects are the sensor and the shape/weight/size (these 3 are usually related to each other). This is because all other aspects have minimal impact and/or can be modified (e.g. mouse feet can be replaced)

Guide

The best mice normally change over time. This isn't entirely because mice are getting better, sometimes good/great mice stop being produced and finding these mice becomes quite hard/expensive.

What this means however, is that this guide will likely become outdated if it is not updated every year or so. So be cautious if the last edit to this section was a long time ago.

For a more up to date list, consider checking out what "professional gamers" use on sites like Prosettings.net. However do be warned, a lot of the mice listed may be because these players have deals with specific companies and not because those mice are actually better (some players will also lie about what mice they use).

Best

Great

  • Roccat KPOE
  • Logitech G403
  • Finalmouse Air58. Many versions of the air model exist. Finalmouse products are also treated like designer items for some reason. You will either overpay or be able to flip the mouse for a profit.
  • Finalmouse Ultralight. Many versions of the ultralight exist. Again, another Finalmouse product so despite being sold originally for $70, it now sells for >$200.
  • Logitech G Pro
  • Zowie EC2-a

Notes

Anything by Razer is trash. Most things targeted to "gamers" are horrible, with the only exceptions being the mice listed on the guide above. Anything with a lot of LED lights and other useless junk like adjustable weights is also trash.

If your mouse isn't in the guide, then its probably not as good. But if you don't care about games then it really doesn't matter what mouse you have.

Visual Guides


External Links