Looking for a new mouse, all of these get good reviews, i like the Razer due to all the buttons on the mouse, but its much more than the other 2.
Opinions would help?
Reply 1 : Razer Naga, Micrsoft X8 or Logi G9x
Well, you picked 3 totally different mice in 3 completely different categories. It's like you're asking which car to buy, and you are choosing between a pick-up truck, a sedan, and an SUV. Technically, they are all "cars", but they are designed for completely different purposes.
The Razer Naga is a mouse with tons of programmable side buttons. It was really designed for something like MMOs, where you could bind your entire spell bar / ability bar to the side of the mouse. If you care about that capability, the Naga is the right mouse for you. If you don't play MMOs, then the added side-buttons are actually considered to be a detriment to the mouse (how many side-buttons do you really need?)
The Microsoft Sidewinder X8 is a wireless gaming mouse. If you care about wireless gaming mice, then this is the only one out of the 3 you listed that would fit the bill. But even in that case, I'd recommend that you get a different wireless gaming mouse (Logitech G700) due to its superior imaging sensor. But unless you're willing to deal with really crappy battery life that needs recharging every 1-3 days, I'd stay away from wireless gaming mice.
The Logitech G9X is a mouse that is considered by many hardcore mice geeks (me included) to have the best mouse performance, because of the laser sensor it uses (Avago S9500). That same sensor can also be found in the Logitech G500 and G700. If you care more about the performance of your MOUSE (and not the added "features" like 12+ extra side buttons), then a Logitech G500 / G700 / G9X is the right mouse to buy.
The Razer Naga is a mouse with tons of programmable side buttons. It was really designed for something like MMOs, where you could bind your entire spell bar / ability bar to the side of the mouse. If you care about that capability, the Naga is the right mouse for you. If you don't play MMOs, then the added side-buttons are actually considered to be a detriment to the mouse (how many side-buttons do you really need?)
The Microsoft Sidewinder X8 is a wireless gaming mouse. If you care about wireless gaming mice, then this is the only one out of the 3 you listed that would fit the bill. But even in that case, I'd recommend that you get a different wireless gaming mouse (Logitech G700) due to its superior imaging sensor. But unless you're willing to deal with really crappy battery life that needs recharging every 1-3 days, I'd stay away from wireless gaming mice.
The Logitech G9X is a mouse that is considered by many hardcore mice geeks (me included) to have the best mouse performance, because of the laser sensor it uses (Avago S9500). That same sensor can also be found in the Logitech G500 and G700. If you care more about the performance of your MOUSE (and not the added "features" like 12+ extra side buttons), then a Logitech G500 / G700 / G9X is the right mouse to buy.
Reply 2 : Razer Naga, Micrsoft X8 or Logi G9x
I agree with kent. As of now, The G9x mouse is still the best out there IMO, It fits perfectly in my hands and doesn't push my fingers forward.
Reply 3 : Razer Naga, Micrsoft X8 or Logi G9x
Brilliant, thanks for the advice.
I guess i like the Naga as i seen myself programming the buttons for all types of things, opening apps in windows, coommands in RTS games like the Total War series, etc, just seems handy to have that at your fingertips.
So, scrap the X8, ok, ill stay wired, however im sure some wirless mice arnt too bad on batteries, ive got a cheapo logitech wirless, and it last weeks with constant use.
The logitech, does it have enough buttons when gaming?
I guess i like the Naga as i seen myself programming the buttons for all types of things, opening apps in windows, coommands in RTS games like the Total War series, etc, just seems handy to have that at your fingertips.
So, scrap the X8, ok, ill stay wired, however im sure some wirless mice arnt too bad on batteries, ive got a cheapo logitech wirless, and it last weeks with constant use.
The logitech, does it have enough buttons when gaming?
Reply 4 : Razer Naga, Micrsoft X8 or Logi G9x
The g700 has 13 buttons. Check it out. Wireless Gaming Mouse G700 It can run as wired and wireless.
Reply 5 : Razer Naga, Micrsoft X8 or Logi G9x
Yes, the Logitech G9X has enough buttons when gaming.
A lot of the reviews I have read tend to support the idea that the Razer Naga is a good mouse if you play MMOs, but not a great choice otherwise. Having to manage 12 thumb buttons actually becomes a detriment, especially because it can be so hard to actually know which button you are hitting (since they all feel the same under your thumb).
A long time ago, I have learned to stay far away from any kind of non-standard input interface. The problem is that you end up spending quite a bit of time and effort to overcome the learning curve of how to use that piece of non-standard equipment. And once you learn it, you can't switch away from it without having to go through another learning curve of going back to standard gear. Of the many reasons not to buy a Razer Naga, I would personally never buy one because I would never want to cripple myself by being unable to effectively just pick up and use a regular mouse for gaming.
A lot of the reviews I have read tend to support the idea that the Razer Naga is a good mouse if you play MMOs, but not a great choice otherwise. Having to manage 12 thumb buttons actually becomes a detriment, especially because it can be so hard to actually know which button you are hitting (since they all feel the same under your thumb).
A long time ago, I have learned to stay far away from any kind of non-standard input interface. The problem is that you end up spending quite a bit of time and effort to overcome the learning curve of how to use that piece of non-standard equipment. And once you learn it, you can't switch away from it without having to go through another learning curve of going back to standard gear. Of the many reasons not to buy a Razer Naga, I would personally never buy one because I would never want to cripple myself by being unable to effectively just pick up and use a regular mouse for gaming.
Reply 6 : Razer Naga, Micrsoft X8 or Logi G9x
Ok, point taken, scrap the Naga 
Whats the difference between the G9x and the G700 besides wireless? (Pity the g700 isnt bluetooth).
Another one ive been cobnsidering too is the Alienware tactx, a variant of the G9x apparently.
Whats the difference between the G9x and the G700 besides wireless? (Pity the g700 isnt bluetooth).
Another one ive been cobnsidering too is the Alienware tactx, a variant of the G9x apparently.
Reply 7 : Razer Naga, Micrsoft X8 or Logi G9x
(1) The G9X and G700 have different mouse shapes, different number of buttons. The G9X has configurable weights and interchangeable grips. They are essentially entirely different mice. The only things that they have in common are that they both use the Avago S9500 laser sensor, and they are both made by Logitech.
(2) The Alienware TactX is a variant of the Logitech G9, not the G9X. It does not have interchangeable grips or adjustable weights. The only advantages of the Alienware TactX are its AlienFX colored LED lighting system, and the Alienware branding. I *LOVE* Alienware, but buy a mouse based on its performance as a mouse. To buy a mouse because of its brand or colored LEDs would be foolish.
(3) The Logitech G700 not being Bluetooth is actually a very good thing. Out of the three mouse connectivity options (wired USB, 2.4Ghz wireless, Bluetooth wireless), Bluetooth is actually the *WORST* one. The main problem is Bluetooth is that the polling rate maxes out at 125Hz / 8ms. Meanwhile, you can get up to 1000Hz / 1ms on both USB wired and 2.4Ghz wireless. The USB polling rate is why something like the Razer Orochi "gaming" bluetooth mouse doesn't perform any better in wireless mode than a $10 cheap Chinese knock-off wireless mouse.
Don't be fooled by Bluetooth. Just because Bluetooth is a "newer" connectivity technology doesn't automatically make it better.
(2) The Alienware TactX is a variant of the Logitech G9, not the G9X. It does not have interchangeable grips or adjustable weights. The only advantages of the Alienware TactX are its AlienFX colored LED lighting system, and the Alienware branding. I *LOVE* Alienware, but buy a mouse based on its performance as a mouse. To buy a mouse because of its brand or colored LEDs would be foolish.
(3) The Logitech G700 not being Bluetooth is actually a very good thing. Out of the three mouse connectivity options (wired USB, 2.4Ghz wireless, Bluetooth wireless), Bluetooth is actually the *WORST* one. The main problem is Bluetooth is that the polling rate maxes out at 125Hz / 8ms. Meanwhile, you can get up to 1000Hz / 1ms on both USB wired and 2.4Ghz wireless. The USB polling rate is why something like the Razer Orochi "gaming" bluetooth mouse doesn't perform any better in wireless mode than a $10 cheap Chinese knock-off wireless mouse.
Don't be fooled by Bluetooth. Just because Bluetooth is a "newer" connectivity technology doesn't automatically make it better.
Reply 8 : Razer Naga, Micrsoft X8 or Logi G9x
Dont consider the alienware tactx. My cousin bought one and broke after 3weeks of use. And his not alone with that problem. That mouse is garbage.
Reply 9 : Razer Naga, Micrsoft X8 or Logi G9x
P.S. If you're considering the Logitech G9X, I'd also recommend you check out the Logitech G500. Both the Logitech G9X and G500 use the same Avago S9500 imaging sensor.
The main difference between those two mice are the shape and feel. The Logitech G500 is more suitable for those with larger hands or for those who prefer a palm-grip on their mice. The Logitech G9x is going to be more suitable for those that prefer to claw grip or finger grip their mice.
The main difference between those two mice are the shape and feel. The Logitech G500 is more suitable for those with larger hands or for those who prefer a palm-grip on their mice. The Logitech G9x is going to be more suitable for those that prefer to claw grip or finger grip their mice.
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