Logitech G7 Cordless Laser Mouse
Introduction
Published: 21st August 2006 | Source: Computer Alliance | Price: |
Logitech is a name synonymous with manufacturing everything from PC based sound systems through to gaming headsets, and attempting to intensify the aural/gaming pleasure of the user. In this day and age of competitive gaming, whether you're a league player or just a friendly LAN gamer with your friends on the weekend; the need for some sort of advantage over your opposition is imperative.
Logitech's latest incarnation of input device - the G7, has been touted as the tool to provide you with this advantage. Further, not only is the G7 reputed to perform well, but is stylish and unobtrusive to boot. With a new PC build underway, aimed squarely at being a high-end gaming rig, I decided to purchase the Logitech G7 to see how it would perform.
Specifications
The technical specifications of the Logitech G7 Cordless Laser Mouse were taken from Logitech's wesite, you can find additional information here
• Tracking Resolution: 2000 dpi
• Image Processing: 6.4 megapixels/second
• Max. Acceleration: 20g
• Max. Speed: 45—65 inches/second (depending on surface)
• USB Data Format: 16 bits/axis
• USB Report Rate: 500 reports/second
• Sleep Mode: Disabled
(Accessed 20th Aug 2006)
Package
With packaging that is testamant to Logitech's commitment to quality; the G7 is very securely packaged within a plastic bubble pack and covered with a stiff cardboard exterior to ensure that the risk of damage in transit, is minimised.
You will notice on both the front and back faces of the box that Logitech has attempted to tell you just how good the G7 is, and what its main features are. I myself, find the visual bombardment a little dated and tiring, and would much prefer that the manufacturer perhaps used the marketing funds a little better by omitting extraneous information and passing on a cost saving to the consumer instead.
Contents
Logitech list the contents of the package, both on their website and on documentation within the box itself. Listed below are the included contents:
• Logitech® G7 Laser Cordless Mouse
• 2 Li-Ion Battery Packs
• Charging Station
• USB Dongle
• CD with SetPoint™ software (Version 2.4a, most current version from Logitech's website is vers. 3.0.107)
• Installation Guide
• Three-year warranty
Contents
Logitech list the contents of the package, both on their website and on documentation within the box itself. Listed below are the included contents:
• Logitech® G7 Laser Cordless Mouse
• 2 Li-Ion Battery Packs
• Charging Station
• USB Dongle
• CD with SetPoint™ software (Version 2.4a, most current version from Logitech's website is vers. 3.0.107)
• Installation Guide
• Three-year warranty
It's refreshing to see a manufacturer with faith in their product and providing a three (3) year warranty onto the consumer, it is a rare thing in this day and age. Also, the installation manual is quite comprehensive and easy to follow.
Most Recent Comments
Great review mate, looks like a seriously nice mouse!
Thanks mate, glad you liked it. 
Nice work Peevles 
Thanks Kemp, it took some work but we got there lol
hmmm im sure my packard bell mouse is better 
of course not...good review btw
of course not...good review btwVery good review mate, I looked at getting one of those when I bought my G5 and I like my G5 really heavy anyway so maybe I would have been better off with one 
I must admit more people are reading these reviews now as the other day I spotted someone was asking about the X1900XTX and someone linked them here
I must admit more people are reading these reviews now as the other day I spotted someone was asking about the X1900XTX and someone linked them here
Thanks guys, positive feedback on my first review. I'm no longer a review virgin
The G5's are still very much a respectable mouse mate
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I looked at getting one of those when I bought my G5 and I like my G5 really heavy anyway so maybe I would have been better off with one
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Very good review mate, I looked at getting one of those when I bought my G5 and I like my G5 really heavy anyway so maybe I would have been better off with one
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You can. And the G5 pwns. It fits so nicely in my hand and the 2000 dpi is sweet.
Nice review mate
Nice review mate
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I thought you could change their weight?
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great review
but wireless and gaming are still 2 words I personally don't put together...
but wireless and gaming are still 2 words I personally don't put together...
how is that mouse sizewice compared to mx510 ?
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Originally Posted by name='Raven'
how is that mouse sizewice compared to mx510 ?
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and g5 is the wired version of the g7 ?
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and g5 is the wired version of the g7 ?
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sounds like i should take another look then on the review
prefer wired mices, have a wireless and cant use it as the batterys makes it to heavy.
prefer wired mices, have a wireless and cant use it as the batterys makes it to heavy.
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how is that mouse sizewice compared to mx510 ?
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yup using a mx510 but its starting to get abit old so will be replaced sometimes during the next 6 months but the g5 is quite expensive 43£.
i habe an mx510 and im happy with it atm, good mouse
ill take a look at the review in a bit, pv.
personally i prefer lighter mice, so wireless is normally out of bounds for me
ill take a look at the review in a bit, pv.
personally i prefer lighter mice, so wireless is normally out of bounds for me
cool mate, np's
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