EVERYONE'S Favorite Gaming Mouse is BACK! - Logitech MX 518 Review
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The original Logitech MX 518 from 2005 is a classic, and now they’ve released a modernized version - The Logitech G MX518 Legendary with their flagship Hero sensor and a new look. But does it still hold up?
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Bought my mx 518 in 2005. Been using it every day since.
I always said that the only way I would replace this mouse would be for another mx 518.
And now logitech answered my prayers.
This mirrors my story exactly. I have also attained and used the Legendary for a couple months. Other than an issue with something on the underside of my example snagging and causing friction (and yes I have kept it thoroughly clean and tried to feel for the exact source and been unsuccessful) and an occasional two stage click feel to the left mouse button, which I may contact support about, it has come to feel just as good as my constant companion of the last 14 years.
Same here friend
For the record the G400 was everything this new mouse is. I think of it more as a G400 with a new sensor, that and the paint is the only change I'm aware of.
Same 'cept I use the G400. I looked around for replacement options just in case but couldn't find anything!
Same here my friend
Thank you to the comp CS1.6 player who got hired at Logitech and never forgot about us
Bruh not even kidding, my nana uses the original one lol
Hahahaha
Hahahaha
Hahahaha
She must shred other players
@@gex5541 yeah she absolutely destroys people in mahjong, sudoku, and csgo (she's an awp main)
I still have an MX518.
The case is wearing out, that's the only issue I have with it after 13 years...
It's older than my 4th grade son...
My MX 518 is close to 10 years now, and still works well, it's really a supremely reliable computer mouse. Only issue I have with it is that it's started to emit a low volume high frequency noise lately, probably a capacitor or something that's worn out.
@@hakont.4960 It is probably a capacitor whine
@@rafee9442 Yeah, capacitors don't last forever so that's probably it. It's barely noticeable though and it works well otherwise, so it's no biggie.
Had mine for 14years, only replaced it last year for a Master 2S
Jesus Christ that’s depressingly sweet
I work in a recording studio and edit audio all day. My favorite mice have been the MX510, the MX518 and my now in use G400s. These "classic' Logitech gaming mice were always the best for fast GUI editing
Logic or ProTools? I got the Magic Mouse 2 but I’m always working in Logic what benefits does this pose for a Logic or PT user?
The g400s is such a babe of a mouse !
Man the G400S is such a great mouse, i've had like four of them now
Most definitely. I remember thinking "oh my god they're discontinuing my favourite mouse" and buying 2 extra ones just so I wouldn't need to change my mouse.
@@Sauce.... I've had one, for 5 years of heavy daily use with occasional LAN parties, the thin cable still scares me like everyday.
"with depressions on each side.."
me: *sad mouse noise*
I clicked on this video with a MX 518. feelsgoodman
me, an MX510. but still. there's at least something now i can upgrade to :D
My MX518 lasted for at least 10 years. Then the left click finally broke. Never kept a mouse ever that long.
og mx518 crew
I'm still using mine.
Same.
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15 years with this shape... still rolling on it...
this comment section feels so real.
time to remember that one day we will die, kids!!!
Man, that mouse was so good. I used mine for several years, then boxed it and just recently, when my other mouse broke, unboxed it in a frantic search for a working mouse. Of course the MX 518 still works perfectly, even after all these years.
Always.
My first "high end" mouse was the MX Duo as well and I also followed that up with the MX 518. Used it for over 10 years. Such a classic.
MX518 and the G400s are some of the best mice ever made, it's good to see Logitech releasing the Legend since I personally know a lot of people who were still sticking with the two prior versions.
My MX518 lasted me damn near a decade, and the G400s was racking up in age, too. Now I got the Legend, I'm hoping to see it last as long as its grandchildren did, since it's still the same exact mouse, just with tiny upgrades
My only gripe with them is that God awful cable. Both my g400 and g400s had their cable break. Luckily replacement cables are super cheap
I had mx510, g5, mx518, g400 all kinds of no names, razers, rocats, microsoft mice, mx518 was overall the best of them for me.
I still have my MX500 & MX518 great mice even though they don't get much use anymore. I just looked up my Newegg account and I purchased my original MX518 10/04/09 for only $39.99 USD.
I never did try the MX518. The first gaming mouse I bought was the Logitech G5. After that it was two deathadders, a ROCCAT Kone[+] and a Logitech G500.
All of them had all sorts of issues, the roccat being the worst.
Now I currently have the G400s and it's been amazing and it's my longest living mouse so far at 6 years on a pc that I use everyday.
The G400s was great. I miss mine.
I just bought the G703 wireless, and I'm really enjoying it so far!
Go eat some poop
are you still enjoying it?
Cause mine is all over the place right now with double-clicks and a broken wheel.
I'm using it for about half of year I think.
This thing destroyed Logitech's reputation for me...
@@eshku you must have been very unlucky with your copy. i bought a g403 when it was just released, after a year or so i sold it to my friend, who is still using it as hes main.
@@SilentJoNn well, it doesn't matter anymore , I got new one and realized - big mouse isn't for me anyway , I'll use only small and lightweight ones only from now on.
It feels just so much better ...
@@eshku good for you :)
i would love the G303 comeback with hero sensor.
the g303’s sensor is better than the hero
@@kayra1758 Please explain that opinion. I'm honestly curious as to why you think so.
Wouldn't that just be the g305?
G303 already had the 3360, it's basically just as good as the HERO sensor in terms of performance, just had a worse power consumption, but it's wired so who cares? A wireless G303 wight he HERO sensor would be amazing
@@kayra1758 No it's not, they're basically the exact same in performance, if anything, the HERO is better because it can be used in wireless mice and not take up so much power.
I still have the Old mx518, and its work perfectly
Me too
I second that.
Me and my wife still use our MX518s, too. They're both 10 years old.
Got mine in 2005. Dropped it on concrete a million times. Still rocking. A lot of stuff is shaking around inside of the mouse, but all is well.
me too !
The MX518 is my favorite mouse of all time. It was one of my first gaming mice I ever bought and it was all I used for years after.
I clicked this video strictly because I am currently still using the Logitech MX 518 from years ago. Still the best mouse I've used. And now I know when this one quits, and I hold a funeral in my back yard for it, that there is something new to replace it.
Now if only there was a keyboard just the same to replace the one I have now...
Same - except I ordered a backup 518 about 8 years ago when one of the buttons on my original got a bit imperfect.
But there's an important distinction, there were at least 2 separate production runs of the 518. It's most obvious on the underside, as the sticker is radically different. The later version has slightly firmer buttons and is a bit heavier. I thought my spare was a counterfeit, but images from Logitech and other sources showed that both were legitimate.
@@chrisedwards3866 mine even stopped working, so I opened it up and replaced the cable which was soldered directly to the board :) still going strong
TIL the mx518 was supposed to look like a dented helmet. I always thought it looked gross. Like pre ripped jeans.
I always thought they were bullet dents.
bought this used mouse by a friend for 15 dollars.
Ive used it for 10 years plus now .. always works
You went the whole video not once mentioning the G400, which is effectively "a 518 with no AS and has higher DPI".
Yes!!!!!
The G405 is literally the mouse they sent me when my MX518 died and I asked if they still sold them. Lifetime Customer for that one.
I need higher dpi. Dpi is so important. It's actually the most important detail of a mouse.
@@brett7011
Not really. You'd be surprised at the amount of people that use 400/800 dpi, myself included. The glide and the sensor accuracy is what matters most.
@@brett7011 your reply is so wrong in SO MANY levels
I learned so much about mice today. Thank you Linus.
Andrew
What did you learn? basic click skills you need? What is it you need to do or learn here?
@@lucasrem lmao who hurt you
There wasn't really any useful information in this video. If you actually want to learn about mice go read posts on esreality or watch some rocketjumpninja reviews.
@@UshankaMaster LMAO WHAT THE FUCK YOU'RE RIGHT
@@Aggnog there obviously was if he felt the need to make a comment about how useful the information was. Humans don't have a hivemind. What is common knowledge for you isn't for another person.
Amazing to think that this mouse is now older than most fortnite players.
I had the MX 510 in blue and later on got the MX 518 which still works to this day. Now i have the G502. Never gonna switch to another mouse shape.
I still use the original MX518. I love that mouse 😍❤️❤️
Me too, repaired the Cable, Gliders and the left mouse button switch, this piece of Equipment will last for a while.
The new version will soon have problems with the switches, caused by the stupid high polling rate
@@herbsl This thing is love ❤️
Same here; I have mine since 2011 and using it daily for gaming.
Mine died after about 6 years of heavy WoW playing (left click switch). Tried two G400s and they died after less than 2 years.
I love the shape so I might give this one another try.
@@bobbytables464 Wow so MX518 is well built
Still using a 518 on my main WS.
With a 510 in the drawer as backup...
You mad man!
Oh hell yes. My 518 died to the notorious cable issue.
Also Dream Theater kicks ass!
Exactly the same arrangement here, good sir
@@montesforeman5079 Jesus shit, you too? I had to replace my cable at least 5 times.
my right click actually died.
I bought the original MX518 way back in June 2007 for $40 and it's *still* going strong today (December 2020)! Albeit, the wheel sometimes goes stiff now and one of the sensitivity buttons doesn't consistently register. Still, few things - especially technology - were built to last this long.
Just bought two "Legendary Edition" MX518's from Best Buy for $20 each - one for myself, another will become part of an xmas gift.
Cut my teeth play Unreal Tourney "mega Kill" and "Quad damage" Quake III on the ole MX 518. Was the best mouse ever....until now! Ordering..... Now if they could only come back with the Steel Series Merc Stealth.
Wow that brings back memories!
I still have my original MX518 which I use at work. Best mouse I ever had.
2020, still rocking my mx518.
The mx518 made me realised how I love big mice. It was such a beast.
I wasn't big... 3.0 was bigger, and wider.
Watching this with an original G500 laser right in front of me. Don't see myself changing anytime in the next few decades either.
Edit: Reason I love it so much is the location of the sensor, it's directly below the scroll-wheel, between your index and middle finger. So it really feels like pointing, instead of palming-to-your-location.
I hear you on the sensor location, The G500s I am using has the sensor there and it really does help, plus the DPI buttons are on the left side rather than scroll wheel being between them I never accidently adjust my DPI like I did often enough with an MX 518 to appreciate the buttons being moved. Then there's the weights that can be added to make the mouse heavier if you want and more buttons for the thumb.
I picked up my G400 like surely he's not talking about.... That is exactly my mouse with new paint and a new sensor, down to the sensor location, oh they did add one more circular mouse skate around the sensor.
Holy moly. I still use my MX 518 ! Glad to see this news, and i think im gonna buy the new one. I was more then once close to buy the original mouse again for 150€ but now i can have it for 60€. Wich is totaly worth it. Best mouse i´ve ever used. Thank you Linus !
Never got one of these. Around 2004 my wife bought me a Logitech MX700 wireless and I never used another corded mouse until the start of 2018 when my Logitech Performance MX mouse broke. Over the years I went from a MX700 to MX 1000 to that Performance MX. When it broke during Rise of the Tomb Raider she got me two new mice to use..one to use and one for backup. A Corsair M65 and a Logitech G502 Proteus. I used the Corsair first and loved it but 6 months later the middle button died..just like the old Logitech. So got a free replacement but started using the G502. Still using it. Thank you my lovely wife. She passed Jan 3 2019 of this year and the world sucks now. But I have my memories...will be with her again one day soon I hope. So many wonderful memories over the last 31 years. Love my soulmate forever.
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Wait a sec..
She passed away Jan 3 2019?!!
As i live here its 1 May 2019
@@stiffybeanie4148 so?
@@drieshuybens4594 He literaly said that she passed away in future!?
@@stiffybeanie4148 ... It's a different date format you twat.
Negative acceleration is for trackpoints, balls, and other non-mouse pointers btw
You may find negative acceleration useful when you need to move your mouse quickly from the edge of the mouse pad to its center during a game. In that scenario most gamers would wish the cursor remain at its original position.
@@ningcheng_shu Nah, that's where you pick up your mouse to avoid cursor movement. For that, you want a short lift-off distance.
A short lift-off distance and a short landing distance are exactly the purpose of the negative acceleration. If set up correctly, the negative acceleration could help greatly in that scenario. Sure, you pick up your mouse to avoid cursor movement, but human hands don't work perfectly as a robot. When you pick up your mouse, and when the mouse lands on the mouse pad again, there will be a sudden jerk of mouse movement registered. Compared with your ordinary mouse move during the game, the jerk of mouse movement in that scenario is much faster and that's the time when the negative acceleration kicks in to help inhibit the resultant cursor move. Every gamer could tell you when you picked up your mouse from the edge of the mouse pad and put it back to the pad's center, bloody hell, the cursor moved, and you had to aim again! Say it again, it's the NEGATIVE acceleration not positive, to shorten what you called "lift-off distance".@@BSEUNHIR
@@BSEUNHIRIf you don't understand or don't agree to what I am saying, that's ok. The best way to sort out the problem, is just turning on "negative acceleration" function of a capable mouse and see the difference during the game. If you are not a gamer, the "negative acceleration" is a complete rubbish and should be turned off, as it may increase the work load of your hand during the daily use of mouse.
@@BSEUNHIRTo clear this out, what positive acceleration does, is when sudden movement of mouse detected, the driver will increase the distance a cursor moves, compared with the situation of no positive acceleration. Negative acceleration is just opposite to the positive acceleration-when sudden movement of mouse detected, the driver will reduce the distance a cursor travels. As not every Logitech mouse is capable of setting up negative acceleration whereas positive acceleration is ubiquitous, with a mouse without the negative acceleration function, the positive acceleration is often simply called “pointer acceleration” or just “acceleration”. Whether or not a mouse is negative-acceleration capable, has nothing to do with the hardware, I think. It just depends on whether the manufacturer bothers to write a suitable driver software for that function. So, if you don't game, you should always turn on the positive acceleration to save your hand. If you are a gamer and have a mouse capable of negative acceleration, you should tinker with setting up the negative acceleration to reduce the unwanted cursor move after you quickly lift your mouse up at the edge of the mouse pad and put it back at the pad's center, during a game. You might like it.
Just the fact that Linus is making a mouse review nowadays shows how EPIC this mouse was!
Negative acceleration was for those with severe Parkinson's disease.
Don't get me wrong. Still terrible for the vast majority of people. Though I still felt it was worth mentioning rather than calling it a "bug."
I didn't know that, learn something new every day.
It might still be a bug but with posetive side effects
Me: Stay in my memories, where you belong!
Mouse: I will.... never be a memory.
I am....inevitable
Is that Advent Children Sephiroth?
@@Vod_MacDuff yes
@@robinhoward7408 no , i.....am......iron man *SNAPS*
The MX518 is my fav mouse of all time, the sides went all gooey though, I was thinking last month I want a new one but I liked the 518 so much.... Problem solved!
Mine got nasty and started peeling off. I ended up taking them apart and peeling/sanding the rubber finish off, good as new after that. Will still prob get the new one on sale as a backup.
Just Use IPA and a lint-free cloth and wipe off that stuff when it starts to perforate! Done! No More Gooey stuff! The Mouse will Be Back to Performance and Comfort! That shape was the best I used! No issues whatsoever! And not HEAVY! That was a Big Plus for Me!
@@MICKYLEAKSMGR-PRESIDENTCJWORLD this mice has a piece of iron inside just for calibration weight and for better feeling during the work. I love it. I have 2 one has the piece of iron inside and the other do not have it.
So hows the new one?
hands down i've had MX 518 and it's till the best mouse ever, if this one doesn't feel the same in the hand i'm gonna be really disappointed
it feels the same, but it's "slightly" lighter. like 3-4 grams less.
@@Traffic-Light G5 was the worst gaming mouse I ever got (from a Mx518), I switched to Steelseries (Xai, then Sensei) and I'm perfectly happy with it. I've never bought any logitech product since.
I used the old version for over 8 years, when It died I was truly sad. Since then I've used all sorts of gaming mice from $50-$200 price range and all them still break (double-click malfunction or no-click malfunction) in about 6-8 months. Now I'm thinking about giving the updated version of my favorite mouse of all time a try: The Logitech MX 518. I just hope It turns out to be as good as It use to be and they didn't decide to make it out of cheaper materials/parts.
I just bought the new one and I am disappointed. Buttons are loud and plastic.Scroll button is terrible. Old one is far better built.
@@tongobong1 I don't mind any of that aside from the scroll being terrible. I'm more concerned with it lasting longer than all gaming mice today which last me less than 8 months. But Ty, that's good to know.
I've had three of these since the late 2000's, absolute beasts. One had a cable issue, one just plain wore out, and I'm still on my last one. Target in the exclusive Red color put them on clearance back in the day, paid $8.
4:06 holy sh*t that is expensive
EZ4ENCE
Ez4ence
I have one for sale.
the word you're looking for is "shit". way to censor yourself, buddy :P
just get a modern gaming mouse at that point XD
*_“That was more of a bug than a feature.”_*
True for so many tech products.
That timing!
I bought my MX 518 in 2007 and have been using it daily ever since.
Just this past weekend it stopped being recognized by my laptop (accidently ran over the cord with a chair wheel.)
Thought I would have to say farewell forever. Instead, welcome back.
MX518 , still remind me when I use it to play DOOM 3 on year 2005 ! best of the best
Damn yup same here i used this mouse for wow back in the day aha
I'm STILL using my mx500.
Because it doesn't exist anymore, I had to buy a couple broken ones from ebay to replace worn out parts over the years but it's still going! The most comfortable mouse EVER!
Same here, I'm on the 4th cord. The most comfortable mouse EVER INDEED!
I found that most logitech multiple button mice, game controllers, and flight sticks use the same exact cord and terminal.
I was on a MX510, MX518, then a G500... loved all of them. I’m now on the G502 Hero and find it quite nice to the older ones. The grip and resting position is slightly different but I think I prefer it. I have all the weights in as I like a heavier mouse.
Considering the work I do and saving my wrists. Would you all do a video on those mice that are designed to save your wrists?
This was my first Gaming Mouse :D
Mine to
Same! We are not getting old. Right guys?... Right?
This is pretty much the best review of this mouse showcasing the full history and specs of the old and new.
Some things that were missed:
The low poll rate of the original MX518 compared to modern USB mice capabilities.
I believe the original MX518 was 125hz max. Whereas the newer ones are 1000hz
Also the full range of DPI of the new and old one wasn't mentioned other than their "max" dpi.
The Hero sensor does 100dpi lowest I believe. The original 518 is either 200 or 400. I don't recall. Gotta scrape it out my old parts bin to confirm.
16k Dpi max on Hero. 1.6k Dpi max on old 518 sensor.
The most important part was the straight horizontal line smoothing. It was indeed the bane if its existence. I recall that being a serious issue back in the CS 1.6 days.
I have 2 of the red versions of the MX518. 1 I use everyday and the 2nd is still new in the box in case the other breaks.
Still my favorite mouse to date.
there was no red MX518, that was the MX510.
here is a pic of a lot of MX518's i.redd.it/hky6459lu9u11.png , the only special version I ever saw was a promotional Batman themed mx518.
This mouse came out the year I was born but it still looks so damm good. The stiflers mom of gaming mice
My MX500, at least 16 years old, is still hooked up to my old PC, and despite a couple of missing footpads and some caked lint, still works as well as ever. My one-year-old Razer DeathAdder has a squeaky scroll wheel that sometimes triggers well after I've let it go.
Mouse Replacement records:
Steelseries Ikari laser 90$ Loved everything about it until it died after 1 week. The left mouse button multiclicked.
Steelseries Ikari laser warranty replacement Slightly dissatisfied with the limit of 5 keys per macro. Died in 1 month. The left mouse button multiclicked. Refunded.
Logitec G500 80$ Bigger more macro version of MX518. I liked the added weight. Real macro functions including toggle or continue while pressed. Died in 1 year. The left mouse button multiclicked.
Logitec G500 40$ on sale! lasted 2 months. The left mouse button multiclicked.
Logitec G500s 60$ Closest I had ever come to finding a replacement for the MX518. Died in 2 years. The left mouse button multiclicked.
Logitec G500s 50$ Current mouse. Nearly 3 years of casual professional gaming use. Once every few months the left mouse button curse threatens a return. Replacement will cost more than triple original price.
MX518 discount sale in 2007 for 30$ my first ever gaming mouse. Lasted the entirety of my NEET professional gaming years and symbolically retired with me. I still have this mouse and it works perfectly. The plastic walls that used to surround the skates was sandpapered off by my desk. I have no idea how the cord still works after all this use as I went through 8 different headset's cables in the same duration. Replaced after 5 years due to lack of macro functions and it would break my heart if this thing ever actually died. Left mouse button click count is somewhere between 30 to 275 million, this could still be a watered down estimate. Left mouse button always only single clicks per click.
Will this new "Legendary" MX518's left mouse button live up to the real legend?
SephirothsBIade moral of the story: be more careful with your mouse
They have to know. If anything is legendary about the MX 518 is it's durability is comparable to Nokia's Brick. I will also be extremely sad and will have a funeral when my right hand's most used implement of digital mayhem finally gives up the electronic ghost.
@@BongRipBingMX518 definitely = to Nokia Brick. The cord is not braided yet somehow never internally breaks.
valorr ?
I have no idea what you are trying to say.
Garbage quality internal parts still break even when treated carefully.
Now they just need to bring the G9/G9x back, fix the double click issues, and then and only then will I be happy with a Logitech mouse. I'll stick with my Corsair M65 Pro until then. I pulled my G9x apart to install a new cable and switches, but the latch for the ribbon cable has broken. So my favorite mouse of all time just sits, torn apart, in a static bag until I can come up with some genius way to fix it.
THEGHOSTSLAVE See if you can glue a thin piece of plastic to the ribbon cable and just stick it in.
I loved my MX518, it was not only my first gaming mouse but my first optical one too. It served me well for a decade and I only retired it for a G502 because I just wanted more mouse buttons.
Linus praised it!!! huh? That's rare.
Hard not to praise a legendary mouse.
@@TetraSky I used the original like 7 years ago . Every PC at my local internet cafe had this . Amazing mouse , smooth and responsive . To this day I can't find a mouse that I like more . It really is a legend .
I've been using my 518 for a decade. The DPI buttons are a little stiff and the finish is worn down but it still works great. It's hard to find a fault with the product
What about the G9X? That was a godly mouse and I still use one every day.
Mine broke and I regret not trying harder to fix it.
I used mine for 4 years until they discontinued it, now it stays in my safe.
I got it for 19.99 in sales, it's still nice and... God it reminds me of my old time playing those 2000/2010s games
I got G400 and MX518 since they been released.
Best mouse in the world, they never broke in a decade (MX518)... gaming 4-6h daily more or less.
Buggy ThatShItCray : So true, the mx518 never broke, where as I already finished two g500's in the same amount of years 😠. Luckily my backup mouse is a still factory sealed mx518 from 2007.
@@bloeckmoep At durability nothing beats Logitech mice, razer mice so overrated but they durability sucks ass, the material is cheap asf.
Both look like new... the g400 (2011) rubber,paint,logo are intact.
And In summer (32 C) my hands sweat sometimes.
The MX518 (2009) has only the logo a bit erased, it improved later with g400 and the new ones.
And they were smashed to few times, not intentionally scares / surprised in games.
Wish I get my hands on the MX518 the silver one with bump, but they never on stock (Europe).
A legend should stay as a legend. I learned that from Duke Nukem Forever
A legend never dies. I learned that from League of Legends.
Mx510 user here. Very happy with it for the last 14 years. Gonna buy one of these and wait till ol' reliable packs in before using it.
"With depressions on each side".
Damn, I felt that.
Correction: Those skates and rubberized coating on the new MX518 were on the MX518 version 2.
And the "default" DPI button
And the G400, though it doesn't have the skate ring around the sensor. Also the same: 5th DPI preset in software, and no angle-snapping.
Pratik Pramanik
Sandpaper you meant, kick flip guy?
Why you need cables?
Still have an original MX 510 and 518. Disassembled multiple times for cleaning. Even soldered new micro switches at some point in time. Both still with the original USB cable. Since I wanted something new, I got a G502 Hero now.
Bought my MX518 in 2009. Still in use in my girlfriend's PC. I wish I could get a MX518 but with the buttons from the G502, I would happy, because I love to have all them buttons at the reach of my fingertips (literally). Oh, and that Logitech would fix the scroll-wheel side buttons! I do, however, miss the mouse acceleration when doing stuff in photoshop. So much easier to do fine movements with it.
I was not aware of the angle snapping. This explains a lot of the issues I had when trying to cut out something in photoshop. And when it felt like I was bad at aiming in fps... Well I am bad, but badderrr. :P)
Also, max DPI settings is amazing for games where you are supposed to move something that is moving slow. I used my max DPI settings in BF Bad Company 2 whenever I drove a tank. At normal sensitivity, it takes ages for the tank to turn its gun (realistic!), but when turning that DPI up to max, you suddenly had a normal FPS-experience - but with a tank gun instead!
Man, BFBC2 and MX518 was my Easter present from my mom back then. Good ol' times. I wrecked everything with that MX518 in every shooter I played, unfortunately, it broke after not even 2 years. Sure gonna try that G MX518 asap.
@@xCrusHxx I am surprised to how you managed to break such a tank-of-a-mouse. :P
I miss Bad Company 2... The time when Battlefield was still fun.
@@Wistbacka Cable broke,lost connection all the time. Didnt think of using a bungee or something selfmade. Could've been repaired for sure.
@@xCrusHxx
I have never used a bungie for anything. Just two years ago, I retired the my old MX510, not because it didn't work, but because the drivers didn't work in a modern system (had to use some third party software to get it working), and since my parents were using that PC, I want as little extra software clutter as possible.
Regarding your earlier comment on you gonna get the MX518 asap. I don't think it is gonna be that special, other than the ergonomics; and for gaming I have now gotten used to a more claw-kind of grip. And for my office work at my job, I want wireless (have a Logitech MX Master) in order to reduce table-cable clutter as much as possible. The new MX518 has the same sensor and precision as other high-end mice, but those will have more functional buttons as well.
But that ergonomy is legendary. Won't deny that.
I still use my Logitech G9. Original one. Bought it in 2009. Bloody thing is 10 years old :O
Meeeee toooooo
MX518 is a wonderful mouse. I love the "frame" around left and right mouse button. Perfect place to rest your fingers and not accidentally press the buttons. 5/5!
I bought a Razer Basilisk V3 to replace my older mouse (it's an old design, but refreshed, similar to the one in the video). It also has a frame on the left and right buttons, the new one doesn't and it kind of bugs me, but of well...
Rocket Jump Ninja:
am i a joke to you?
lol same
This mouse has good specs and is comfortable to just hold, but to game competitively with, it isn't ideal
They should hire him and have him do mouse reviews
@@KingBarney Why not?
His videos target a different audience, both reviews are fine
Yup bought mine in the mid-2000s. Picked it up in 2053.
Same I got mine in 2049. Still going strong
Henry Atkinson got mines in 2063
Got mine in 2069
@@randomuser1579 Nice.
@@KingSigy True, but im doing it based on mid-1900s sort of thing. Could be like that also.
Left click on my 2003 mx518 died last week. Got this, does not disappoint. I swapped the shell for my original. If you do this you need to move the wheel shroud as wheel. They aren't 'exactly' the same dimension (by like a 10th of a millimetre only, but enough to lock the front buttons down if you don't switch it).
i played more then 4800 hours battlefield 2142 on it .... best Mous
Kacktussdorn that's 240 days lmaooo
e*
Chocolate smooth Mous
Rip bf2142. Also rip revive bf2142.
seriously the height of that franchise
I LOVE THIS MY FAV MOUSE IS BACK THANK YOU LOGITECH!!!!
been using the 518 since it came out. repaired them tons of times and have like 4 or them. love them. i bind all the buttons to key presses though. got them for 15 buck on sale from what i remember.
Just bought it, I had Logitech G5 back in the days and I miss him so much.
When the cord died I got Steelseries Rival 300 - And I hate every bit of it!
It's too long for my palm.
I hope the MX518 will beat or at least be the same as the G5 (Holding fingers)
It is the same?
I started gaming with the MX500 and continued upgrading through 510, 518, G400, 400S, and 5 which were awesome, but I honestly loved the G500/500S the most. I've now had both G502s and they're great too, but I'd for sure switch to a remake of the latter (with new tech).
Dylan K
You love heavy cables, boat guy? land line needed?
You never needed any new shit, lol! Old cables mouse still good enough....
G500S was amazing.. still have it for backup :)
^ im not even sure what any of that means...
I upgraded to this revised MX518 from a G502 and couldn't be happier. The weight savings helped my aim, a lot. I also love the use of plastic "soft touch" sides, so there isn't any rubber to wear down, like every other mouse does. It makes wiping it down a breeze.
Viewing the video with the MX518! Using it on my main PC, using a Logitech G9 in my secondary machine! :D
Logitech should make a G9/G9x wireless versions. I love that shape, but hate that cord.
Viilutaja
why you noobs all cry G9x? you meant that G Pro?
u use $2 dollar mouse now? needing heavy cables?
@@lucasrem Cuz it was the shit u utter noob.
id love if they make this happen. Include the 2 shells too.. Most epic mouse i ever purchased.
Have two 518s in a box under the desk. Use G5s both at home and at work. If at least 3 of these break at any point, I am definitely time traveling back to 2019 to pick one of these up.
Logitech, please do this with the G9, for the love of god, make more G9's!
I broke mine moving and have not found anything that feels the same.
i really hope they will make the G502 Hero wireless soon.
I was hoping for the MX-1000, best mouse Logitech ever made. Period
Totally agree. As I mentioned above, I just recently got my MX-1000 fully working again....best mouse ever :) Now I need to strip my G15 keyboard and get the blue backlight to work again :p
Wireless mouses arnt for gamers.
#casual
I recently disassembled and cleaned my old mx518, and it work like a charm while looking nicer than ever.
I got my G5 stollen when price skyrocket to $100+ for it... Still sad
lone mazter I’m still using my original G5. What’s this about the price skyrocketing? It’s been solid for me for about 13 years now but I’ve never thought it was anything special.
@@ThePhenomf4 it's all about supply and demand.
Hell yeah! G5 (still have mine, however the scroll wheel is stuck :(() is amazing. Hopefully they'll do G502 Wireless review... ;)
I'm buying one and putting it next to my still working original maybe they'll mate and make an uber mouse...
I've had THIS G400 for 5 years, I've honestly been getting worried about what I would do when it broke. Also my third sensitivity button is the return to default, it has those exact mouse gliders (I actually don't like them, they need to be taller and more rounded as the straight sides have caught on certain surfaces), I have a 5th DPI setting in the software, no angle snapping, and windows is creating my mouse acceleration to the best of my knowledge... So this sounds like a G400 with a new sensor to me. No other change I can think of, sweet!
One new skate ring around the sensor*
is it just me or does everybody forget that g400 and g400+ was a thing
Yeah, i needed to return my G400, the thin cable broke at the base after year and half, but the replacement still works after three or so years. And i used my old MX518 as a backup, so all is good :)
g400s gang
@@bigfutus same for me, i reaplaced the cable, but i have been using it since then. G400 is top, but the cable .. :/
@@bigfutus same!!!
@@sSpajk do you have a link for that cable? I had the G400, got it replaced by Logitech for a G402 (which had too much of a weird shape for me) and just went ahead and bought the G403 when it came out... Still have both mice (the g402 works perfectly, the G400 fails from time to time because of it's shitty cable).
I'm still using the RAT7 my wife bought me in 2012 and I will until the day it dies.
Glad for you that it still works. I repaired mine 3 times and when fourth time came, I got fed up with it and gave it away for free.
@@OjStudios i got a rat 7 for 25€ a few years ago, it's an amazing mouse especially if you have trump hands
haha, this was my second gaming mouse after MX 518. They both felt so perfect.
Man, I keep switching between the MX518 & its successors (G400/402) and every version of the Razer Deathadder. I feel old now. There is something about these mid-range mice's no frills approach that I really appreciate. Just bought this mouse and I'm finally on Logitech camp again after 3 years of Deathadder - couldn't get along with Logitech's new design language in the G502 and its many minions, again except the G402...
Nah fam i am still waiting for another OG Logitech G5
YES
Fucking signed.
Still have my broken one in the closet. Sometimes I just look at it and sigh.
What is the differences? They look exactly the same.
#bringbacktherunningman
I hope logitech brings back the G9X that would be great
Ikr
yes this!
I still love mine, although I use a G602 now and the G9X stays in the drawer. They're worth quite a bit now. Like over 200 dollars
I bought the MX518 back in 2005 also and have it till this day on my desk using it right now. I was worried that if something where to happen to it i would not be able to get one again but to my surprise looks like other people and Logitech love this mouse as much as i do an have re released it. I could not be happier that there is a new one but I'm still sticking mine unless it stops working love it too much...
I want my g9x with the short wide case.
same
Linus did you drop us all back in time to 2005?
whoa master of droping things now the drop time
Still have mine, used this mouse since Unreal Tournament 2004 clan ladders...Gave me an edge main tanking in WoW, for sure (those extra buttons were for my mount and autorun).
I purchased five, two for me and three for friends and kids.
I need G700 legendary Edition, that's is my favourite mouse.
With good battery life. That's the only problem I've had with it. It just doesn't have very long battery life.
YES! The detachable/reattachable cordlessness combined with a perfect button layout makes the G700/G700s the perfect mouse. I've bought 7 of them, including ones for my friends, ones for my other computers, and backups in case of droppage/breakage, since it's no longer in production and getting more expensive by the year.
Yeah I had mine g700s for 5 years still working perfectly, but it's getting outdated 😒
I still use my G700 to this day, though the pads are pretty warn. I have to see if I can get some replacements.
@@flippy9133 Might be getting a bit out dated, but the comfort of it in my hand is the only reason i keep it. I use it corded, but I leave a battery in it for the weight.
Still using My logitech G500. Which is still just fantastic IMO.
Same. Amazing.
I love it! Worn as heck, but keeps on trucking so well.
Just two days ago I broke the mouse wheel of my G403 during a CS:GO match. I took my 2005 MX518 out of the box, set it to the same 1600 dpi and it worked perfectly fine. Only thing you notice is the angle snapping and lower poll rate.
Only those who have used this would know this is the king of mice.
i still use my original on my laptop.. so yea, its lasted THAT long.
I still have my mx518 in use. I've got it about six years ago because my aunt didn't use hers. Got the legendary this week to use a proper mouse with my laptop. Absolutely love this thing.
Logitech MX 518 is GREAT!