Logitech MX 510 Performance Optical Gaming Mouse (Red)

by Logitech

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 10.1 x 10.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0001YGIB0
• Item model number: 931179-0403
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (92 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: March 28, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The best just got better. The Logitech MX 510 performance mouse features a new MX optical engine that now captures an incredible 5.8 megapixels every second (23% more than ever before). Able to track up to 15 G's of acceleration, you get instant response to even your fastest movement. Logitech's Mouseware software has also been fine tuned and now offers advanced gaming controls for tracking, speed, and button programming. Designed by experts to combine form and function, the right-hand control grip is finished with a holographic effect that delivers stunning color depth.

What's in the Box
Logitech MX 510 Performance Optical Mouse, CD with MouseWare software, quick start guide, USB to PS/2 adapter

Product Description

Logitech has raised the bar on mouse precision, performance, and beauty... again! The Logitech MX510 features an improved version of our already-amazing MX Optical Engine that combines high resolution with high frame rates to deliver the best in mouse performance. This revolutionary 800-dpi sensor now captures an incredible 5.8 megapixels every second and is able to track up to 15 G's of acceleration. So you get instant response to your fastest movements, with no lag. Plus, a collection of advanced features will streamline frequent tasks like scrolling through long documents, switching between applications, and navigating the web. And with a beautiful holographic red finish, you'll enjoy the MX510's looks almost as much as its performance. Includes MX510 Performance Optical Mouse, CD with MouseWare software, Quick start guide, USB to PS/2 adapter Works at a range of up to 10 feet (3 meters)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

114 of 119 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Overall, a mouse you'll be proud to place on your desk, November 15, 2004

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Bryan N. Reynolds (San Francisco, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Logitech MX 510 Performance Optical Gaming Mouse (Red) (Personal Computers)

I ordered this mouse from Amazon.com last week and it arrived the day after it shipped along with another item. They just keep getting faster and faster! Now, about the product itself. I am very picky on mice and, since I've never owned a Logitech mouse of my own, was really hesitant to purchase this model. I was really spoiled by my Intellimouse Explorer optical (one of the earliest models) and wasn't looking forward to upgrading, but since the mouse was dying I had no choice. The current generation of Intellimouse Explorers weren't getting such rave reviews and I also wasn't ready to jump into wireless mice just yet, since I feel the technology there isn't advanced enough for daily gaming (though, in the case of the MX1000, I could be wrong)

After weighing this mouse (the red version, the blue was more expensive for some reason) against the MX1000, the price difference and incredible reviews won me over, so I bought the MX510. After nearly a week's worth of use, here are my impressions.

1. The MX510 is both easier to move and more accurate than my previous mouse. It moves effortlessly around the screen and my hand never gets fatigued. This mouse is not only suited for gaming, but excellent for any task that requires LOTS of mouse activity, like graphics editing for example.

2. I actually thought I would never use the two cruise control buttons, but I find them very useful. It is true that the top cruise control button is high up, and you may need to reach a bit further to get to it, but with my hands (which aren't all that large) I don't find it problematic at all.

3. The Quick Switch Program Selector is nice, but I find ALT+TAB to be faster. However, like all buttons on this mouse, the MouseWare drivers from Logitech allow you to map this button to just about any task you like, so if you don't want to use the default setting I'm sure you could think of a more useful action for this button.

4. Forward and Back buttons are easier to reach and click easier than my old Intellimouse.

5. Unlike some people here, I found the sculpt of this mouse to be very form-fitting to my hand (if you're right handed!) I believe the people having problems with that are those with either really large or really small hands, and thus can't be helped.

6. The only cavet I've found is the scroll wheel, which does not scroll quite as smoothly nor click quite as easily as my previous mouse. I'm hoping that, as time wears on, it will get "worn in" and function more to my liking. It works fine, just takes more effort. I can live with it.

I would recommend this mouse to anyone looking for a high-performance, comfortable mouse. This is probably the best non-cordless model being produced today. Great job Logitech!

P.S. be sure to get the latest MouseWare drivers from logitech.com, the ones on the CD are outdated. As of this writing the latest are 9.80.

37 of 41 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works perfect on Mac OX 10.3.6, including all buttons, November 16, 2004

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Scott Ohlgren "Scott Ohlgren" (Colorado) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Logitech MX 510 Performance Optical Gaming Mouse (Red) (Personal Computers)

Bar none, the best mouse I ever owned. We run a total Macintosh office, and even with the latest 10.3.6, this mouse and its Logitech software are flawless. I have the two best Exposé features (tile all windows, and clear screen) put to two of the buttons. In Safari, I have two other buttons for the back and forward functions. The optical laser is very smooth. I paid well over the fifty original retail for this thing, so at this price, you gotta get it.

By the way, I was using cordless mice before this (Intellimouse and the Logitech cordless). After using this, I can say that I much prefer a corded mouse, especially once they make one this smooth.

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great ergonomics, but mouse wheel is an acquired taste, October 2, 2004

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Tommy M. (Berkeley) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Logitech MX 510 Performance Optical Gaming Mouse (Red) (Personal Computers)

I recieved this mouse for free, near-new from a friend, as I did my Intellimouse Explorer 3.0a before that, so I think I can speak without the bias that comes along with wanting to justify/defend a given purchase. I think the MX510 has superior ergonomics (if you're right-handed, natch), particularly with the two side buttons located above the thumb rest. They are on a high ridge, compared to the Intellimouse, and are therefore much more difficult to press acidentally while surfing or playing games. The left- and right- click actions have their buttons seamlessly integrated into the top of the mouse, which is one less thing that can break in the long run. The scroll buttons on the top and bottom of the scroll wheel are nicely placed and useful, even for people with relatively small hands like myself. The MX510 also has some decent heft to it, considering that it doesn't have a tracking ball or batteries inside it. However, the mouse wheel itself is much stiffer than what I'm used to with most of the other mice I've used.

I don't recommend installing the software, however, as I've heard it's a bit glitchy and the pointer acceleration isn't very useful. Without it, you'll get still get functionality for all the but the task switching button. I never use that anyway, and it's also awkwardly placed. All in all, the MX510 tracks excellently and precisely, it just needs a smoother scroll wheel.