Logitech MX 510 Performance Optical Gaming Mouse - Blue

by Logitech

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00020E4QO
• Item model number: 931162-0403
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (48 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #63,320 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: April 3, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

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.

Features

• Marvel at the beautiful holographic finish... every mouse is unique
• Use convenient buttons to navigate forward and back in your web browser
• Easily scroll through long documents, without having to move your mouse an inch
• Get comfortable with a sculpted shape that fits in your right hand
• Award-winning Logitech MX Optical Engine
• The Logitech MX optical engine is now even better
  High resolution is combined with high frame rates to deliver superior performance. This revolutionary 800-dpi sensor now captures an incredible 5.8 megapixels every second. Able to track up to 15 G's of acceleration, you get instant response to your fastest movements.
• A total of eight pre-programmed button functions
  You can also customize the buttons yourself.
• Gaming-tuned software drivers
  Logitech MouseWare software puts you in control of all eight buttons. A game detection setting enables button programming in games.
• Quick Switch program selector
  At the touch of a button you can switch views between active programs and documents.
• Fast Net navigation
  Two thumb buttons let you easily move forward or back through pages on the Internet.
• High-precision scrolling
  Never use scroll bars again. Improve your searching speed by using the scroll wheel to quickly move through documents.
• Cruise Control scrolling system
  Two Cruise Control buttons provide continuous scrolling (up and down) through long documents or web sites.
• Right-hand control grip
  Designed by experts to combine form and function. The result is maximum comfort and complete control.
• Reflex finish
  Holographic effect provides a stunning color depth and random effect. Every mouse is unique.
• Three-year warranty

Product Description

Logitech MX510 Gaming Mouse 931162-0403 - Most PC games use a mouse as a controller but many of the current mice aren't ready to tackle the advanced technologies and speeds incorporated into the latest action games. In fast-paced first-person shooter games, whether you live or die is decided by the accuracy of quick, sharp mouse movements. By employing 12 bit reporting over standard 8-bit technology, this mouse can be more responsive and agile for critical movements required in more complex, fast-paced PC games. The MX510 is equipped with eight programmable buttons -- the obvious left/right mouse buttons and clickable scroll wheel, complemented by two easy Web navigation thumb buttons (back/forward) and two cruise-control scroll wheels. On the very top of the chassis, you'll also find an application-switch button.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

35 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic mouse!, July 2, 2004

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Senor Zoidbergo (Washington D.C.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Logitech MX 510 Performance Optical Gaming Mouse - Blue (Personal Computers)

I can't believe no one else has reviewed this mouse yet! I purchased the blue mouse, because well, blue is my favorite color. The MX 510 is fantastic- I love the placement of the buttons, and the auto-scroll buttons are especially handy in those situations where you have a very long document and the wheel button is too annoying to use.

The paint job on this mouse is amazing, no to mention that each paintjob is unique for every mouse. Overall, the mouse is surprisingly large, but it's comfortable and fits my hand well. Great buy!

So, I finally had a chance to test out the mouse. Wow, I used to use an old trackball, and this new one beats the living daylights out of it. It's TOO sensitive; in fact, I had to turn the sensitivity way down in order to shoot more accurately in various FPS games. However, I did not use the side buttons on the mouse for any first person shooter games because these can be hard to reach quickly during intense action moments. However, the big gain in accuracy and tracking is amazing; the fit and finish certainly doesn't hurt, and the mouse feels very solid.

I've been very happy with Logitech products, and this one is certainly a winner! For $40 by Amazon, what are you waiting for! Buy it!!!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice features, minor ergonomic issues, November 4, 2005

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Jeffrey Davis (Salt Lake City, UT USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Logitech MX 510 Performance Optical Gaming Mouse - Blue (Personal Computers)

I purchased this mouse in blue to match my Saitek Eclipse keyboard, and I received much more than I expected.

First off, if you have always used a mechanical (ball) mouse, it's time to make the switch to optical. You don't need a mouse pad, it feels smoother, and there are no wheels/gears inside to clog up with grime.

Specific to this optical mouse:

--It has five semi-customizable buttons in addition to the normal buttons. I say "semi" customizable because you can set them only to a couple dozen pre-determined functions, including back, forward, cut, copy, paste, close, double-click, explore computer, find, help, maximize, minimize, minimize all, quick switch (from one application to another), run, start, and undo. You can also set a button to "keystroke," meaning ONE key, or control/alt/shift plus one key.

--Out of the box, the two buttons just above where you sit your thumb are set to browser back and forward, which I find to be quite handy. The "forward" button it a bit of a reach, but I don't use forward that often. I have on occassion accidentally hit the "back" button with my thumb, but that is becoming less and less frequent as I get used to the mouse. Two buttons above and below the scroll wheel are set to quick scroll up and down, which I find to be useless since it's no different than using the scroll wheel quickly. I have turned these off for now, because the top button is difficult to reach, and I am often hitting the bottom button by accident when trying to use the scroll wheel (it is VERY close). A button farther below the scroll wheel is set to "quick switch" between programs, which has the same effect as pressing Alt+Tab. I've changed this to "keystroke," and use it for gaming. (I should also mention that the claim that you can switch views "at the touch of a button" is deceptive. When you press the quick switch button, a menu appears with your applications. You must then click on the application to open.)

--There are indentations on the sides of the mouse for your thumb and pinky. The indentation for the pinky drove me insane for about a week, because apparently I do not hold a mouse the way that the designers do. I grip the sides of a mouse with my thumb and ring finger, which makes your ring finger run across the indentation quite uncomfortably. I have had to adjust my grip on the mouse somewhat, but I believe I am now used to it. I would recommend trying the mouse out in a store to see how it fits your hand before purchasing it online.

--The response of the pointer to your mouse movements is quick and precise.

--Stylistically, the mouse looks good and has a nice weight to it.

--The cord is standard length, but it is USB so it is easy to extend via a hub.

Overall, this is a great mouse, especially considering the price. I would try one out in a store if you can find one, but remember that you will probably adjust to anything that feels odd at first.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Nice, March 30, 2009

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J. Forrester - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Logitech MX 510 Performance Optical Gaming Mouse - Blue (Personal Computers)

This is an excellent gaming mouse, along with photo-editing mouse. Anything that you need to be very exact with, or have a bunch of extra buttons that don't get in the way, this is the perfect mouse. It's a bit out-dated now with the MX518 costing about the same and having a higher resolution (I have both), but the only reason I had to upgrade mine was because I wore it out. It took a good six years or better to wear through this beast.

As an ex-semi-pro gamer, and as a semi-professional photoshop user, I wholeheartedly recommend this. Once you use it, you'll never go back to a regular mouse. I never get cramps from using it, nor do I ever accidentally hit the extra side-mouse buttons. It's a great gaming mouse for any type of game (I use it for Counter-Strike and World of Warcraft).

If you just plan on browsing the web, it's quite a bit more than you need.