The other significant change between this and the old G5 is the new texture. As with the previous G5, this mouse has a textured feel to it which I like (though some may not), however on this model the texture has changed. Instead of the rough coarse feel of the previous model, a grainy like texture, the new model almost feels like a clean chalk board - yet it has channels that run through it giving it texture and grip. It’s really like nothing I have ever felt on a mouse before and I quite like it. I always thought the clear coat-like smoothness of the 510/518 made it harder to grip with sweaty hands, and that the G5 at first was too rough until using it for a while when it lost some of its texture. The new G5 however strikes the perfect balance between grip, texture and comfort. The mouse feels very well built. It is solid without cheap feeling parts. One of my complaints about the MSIE 3.0 is how cheap it feels, and how it rattles; you don’t get that with this series of Logitech mice. It’s comfortable and feels like it’s worth the price.

Selectable dots per inch, or DPI, has been a key feature of the G5 series. With programmable customized DPI settings you can select what works from you from from 400DPI to 2000DPI.

The mouse features the braided cord from the previous two versions which is a big plus over the plastic coated cords most mice use. It is much more manageable and easier to position to your liking.


The mouse feet are fantastic. The durable extended feet seem to last forever and not really lose their slippery feel even after some wear and tear. These are definitely one of my favorite features of the G5.

The weight colors have also been changed to all silver versus the black and silver depending on weight of the previous G5. Not a major issue or change but I do prefer the all silver looks wise even though you rarely see them. The question of weight necessity really is a personal one. I used to swear by having the lightest mouse and even took the weight out of some of my older mice. However I have grown to love a certain weight in this mouse and after some testing found the right weight set that seemed to give me the right control and heft to the mouse. (4x 4.5g on the corners, and 4x1.7g in the center square if you are curious)