$30 Mouse

[Boinbo]

So, guys, I'm thinking of getting a mouse for around $30. I live in the northeast region of the U.S. I play FPS games a lot. What would be a good mouse for that? My hands are small to average sized. I'm fine with used, but I'd like to buy from amazon, because of prime shipping. Thanks.

[Votivee]

You can get a used Corsair M65 pretty cheap off ebay.

[Boinbo]

4 minutes ago, Votivee said:

You can get a used Corsair M65 pretty cheap off ebay.

I'll check it out, thanks. Do you think a g203 is as good or better though? (In terms of specs and weight, I understand comfort is subjective).

[Dedayog]

Friend has this and he likes it a lot:

 

https://smile.amazon.com/Corsair-Ambidextrous-Multi-Grip-Gaming-Adjustable/dp/B07QZHSTLC/ref=sr_1_11_sspa?keywords=corsair+mouse&qid=1565114884&s=gateway&sr=8-11-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFCODRMWTVYR0VZVVkmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTAwOTc5MjExR0ZNVkhKTkJEUFRFJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAyMjczOTkyQklKTk9MVDRQVkU4JndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfbXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

 

[Boinbo]

1 minute ago, jstudrawa said:

Friend has this and he likes it a lot:

 

https://smile.amazon.com/Corsair-Ambidextrous-Multi-Grip-Gaming-Adjustable/dp/B07QZHSTLC/ref=sr_1_11_sspa?keywords=corsair+mouse&qid=1565114884&s=gateway&sr=8-11-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFCODRMWTVYR0VZVVkmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTAwOTc5MjExR0ZNVkhKTkJEUFRFJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAyMjczOTkyQklKTk9MVDRQVkU4JndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfbXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

 

Doesn't look too bad. I'll search up the specs and weight of the mouse, and check it out. I want it to be better than the g300s I have currently.

 

Edit: 86g weight is nice. But IDK how good a paw 3327 sensor from pixart is.

[Votivee]

4 minutes ago, Boinbo said:

I'll check it out, thanks. Do you think a g203 is as good or better though? (In terms of specs and weight, I understand comfort is subjective).

The materials look kind of cheap in comparision to the M65. The M65 has an aluminum frame and the g203 looks like it is all plastic. 

 

The 65 also has more weight to it and has removable weights. Also has a higher dpi.

[Boinbo]

Just now, Votivee said:

The materials look kind of cheap in comparision to the M65. The M65 has an aluminum frame and the g203 looks like it is all plastic. 

 

The 65 also has more weight to it and has removable weights. Also has a higher dpi.

Hmm. I appreciate the materials comparison. But I do prefer lighter mice. And @jstudrawa recommended the m55, which looks very nice. Right now it looks like g203, m65, and m55 are my options.

[Votivee]

I should note that the M65 won't work if you are left handed. It's curvature would be very uncomfortable if you are.

[Boinbo]

Just now, Votivee said:

I should note that the M65 won't work if you are left handed. It's curvature would be very uncomfortable if you are.

Nah I'm right handed, thanks though!

[Boinbo]

Okay, quick question. I live in NJ, USA. I have smallish hands. I play FPS. Weight isn't too big of an issue. I would like at least 2 side buttons. Max DPI is of no concern to me. I'm right handed. Would like it from Amazon. Don't mind used.

 

With that in mind, what are some good mice for $30 that would work? I'm looking at the m55, and g203, maybe m65. Any other options? Thanks!

[rice guru]

203 is probably the best  option you have, great sensor, great shape, and great performance backed by a great company for mice. 

 

[3 Minute Reviewer]

While I have only ever used this one mouse, I have the red dragon mouse linked below. Only thing to note is that you HAVE to get the black one, the white one comes in a cheapo plastic material but the black one has a nice grippy feel that softens with use and it is fantastic! I am also someone with smaller hands and have loved this mouse for the 3 years I have used it!

 

https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-Programmable-Buttons-Switches-Profiles/dp/B00GU4F4OM

 

EDIT: The ability to program every button and even include simple macros is a huge plus too! The 'fire' button at the front is also a HUGE plus imo.

[YoFavRussian]

I've always used a Roccat Kone XTD, I personally like the size of their larger mouse for me.

[Ominous]

Like the others have said, of those 3 mice the Logitech one is probably the best for your money.  It performs almost as well as it's much more expensive counterpart (you'd really have to try to find a difference).  If money is an issue, Logitech's RMA service is one of the best so don't worry if the mouse has problems.

[PCGuy_5960]

The G203 is probably the best mouse you can get for $30. It's basically a slightly worse G Pro. 

 

(I merged the 2 threads as they were basically about the same thing)

[PCGuy_5960]

17 hours ago, Votivee said:

The materials look kind of cheap in comparision to the M65. The M65 has an aluminum frame and the g203 looks like it is all plastic. 

 

The 65 also has more weight to it and has removable weights. Also has a higher dpi.

The 203 doesn't really feel cheap tho, I have both a G Pro and a G102 (rebranded 203) and they are pretty much identical.

 

For FPSs, I would say that lighter is usually better and the M65's 135 grams is way too much even if you prefer heavier mice. DPI is also pretty irrelevant, since most people use between 400-2400dpi anyways.

[Boinbo]

@PCGuy_5960, 

6 hours ago, Ethan_ said:

 

, @YoFavRussian, @3 Minute Reviewer, @rice guru, @Votivee, and @jstudrawa, thanks for your guys's input! While the g203 seems strongly recommend, I'm just wondering about one last question. Is the g203's Mercury sensor better than the Corsair m55's PAW 3357(iirc) sensor? If so, that would be definitely my choice.

 

[Dedayog]

 

Just now, Boinbo said:

@PCGuy_5960, 

, @YoFavRussian, @3 Minute Reviewer, @rice guru, @Votivee, and @jstudrawa, thanks for your guys's input! While the g203 seems strongly recommend, I'm just wondering about one last question. Is the g203's Mercury sensor better than the Corsair m55's PAW 3357(iirc) sensor? If so, that would be definitely my choice.

 

Not be an ass, but you're talking cheapish mice here.  Does sensor really matter, and could you tell the difference anyway?

 

I'm curious, cuz I am average in FPS games with any hardware ;(

[Boinbo]

Just now, jstudrawa said:

 

Not be an ass, but you're talking cheapish mice here.  Does sensor really matter, and could you tell the difference anyway?

 

I'm curious, cuz I am average in FPS games with any hardware ;(

I'm not sure if I could tell the difference or not. But since they are around the same price anyway, I would pay like, $3 more for a better sensor. 

[PCGuy_5960]

44 minutes ago, Boinbo said:

Is the g203's Mercury sensor better than the Corsair m55's PAW 3357(iirc) sensor? If so, that would be definitely my choice.

I'm not sure, but AFAIK the Mercury sensor is basically the first iteration of Logitech's Hero sensor which is used in the G305, G Pro Wireless and other Logitech mice.

42 minutes ago, jstudrawa said:

Does sensor really matter, and could you tell the difference anyway?

At this point most sensors are good enough, so it's more about shape/size. Most of the time it's really hard to tell the difference between sensors even for people like rocketjumpninja who owns a ton of mice and has lots of experience.

[Boinbo]

4 minutes ago, PCGuy_5960 said:

I'm not sure, but AFAIK the Mercury sensor is basically the first iteration of Logitech's Hero sensor which is used in the G305, G Pro Wireless and other Logitech mice.

At this point most sensors are good enough, so it's more about shape/size. Most of the time it's really hard to tell the difference between sensors even for people like rocketjumpninja who owns a ton of mice and has lots of experience.

Alright, I think I'll be going with the g203, thanks for your help!

[Ominous]

48 minutes ago, Boinbo said:

I'm just wondering about one last question. Is the g203's Mercury sensor better than the Corsair m55's PAW 3357(iirc) sensor?

At this point it's negligible and it will perform as well as you need it to.  I'd recommend Logitech, I think they have the edge over Corsair but they're both good.

[Boinbo]

Just now, Ethan_ said:

At this point it's negligible and it will perform as well as you need it to.  I'd recommend Logitech, I think they have the edge over Corsair but they're both good.

Yeah I think I'll just use the Logitech.

[Boinbo]

Actually, @PCGuy_5960, and 

3 minutes ago, Ethan_ said:

 

I found this deal on a razer deathadder elite.

https://www.ebay.com/p/Razer-DeathAdder-Elite-RZ01-02010100-R3U1-Wired-Gaming-Mouse-Black/7026733909?iid=352724725671&chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-117182-37290-0&mkcid=2&itemid=352724725671&targetid=595076250928&device=m&mktype=pla&googleloc=9003504&poi=&campaignid=1689407471&mkgroupid=74365777828&rlsatarget=pla-595076250928&abcId=1140476&merchantid=6296724&gclid=CjwKCAjw7anqBRALEiwAgvGgm7uLhEp7JToCZO4sBHjk68OnyKaOy3rD5MZUY-oAB7F_2MFwrGspxRoC3ucQAvD_BwE

$15 for a used deathadder elite looks nice, but I'm not sure on how good it is compared to the g203. I know it will fit my hand, I've tried it, so size isn't an issue.

[Ominous]

5 minutes ago, Boinbo said:

Actually, @PCGuy_5960, and 

I found this deal on a razer deathadder elite.

$15 for a used deathadder elite looks nice, but I'm not sure on how good it is compared to the g203. I know it will fit my hand, I've tried it, so size isn't an issue.

I wouldn't buy it.  Razer itself is a bit of a hit or miss brand and their products usually don't last long and I especially wouldn't buy one second hand.  It is a tempting offer but I think buying a new Logitech mouse is the better choice and you'll have warranty if anything goes wrong.