Logitech G

G5 Laser Gaming Mouse

Logitech G G5 Laser Gaming Mouse

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Sentiment score78% positive
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Last updated: Sep 4, 2026

Reddit Reviews

Reddit Iconbarleymc
11 months ago

Still rocking my G5 coming up on 20 years! I have yet to find a modern mouse that replicates the shape, size, and weight of the G5. I have big hands and like my mouse to fill my palm. If anyone has suggestions for a modern equivalent, please speak up!

11 months ago

I'm not a heavy user. But the G5 is built solid.

Reddit IconBennyBic420
7 months ago

Best mouse yet I ever used of my 30 years of gaming, the Logitech G5 wired and then the G7 wireless from 2005 era I have never before wanted a computer peripheral device so badly as that of the x2.. I'm excited to eventually throw my monies at one .

Reddit IconBtotheVV86
11 months ago

I bought that G5 upon launch back in 2005. Used it for about 10 years than I gave it away to my friend who’s used it another 10 years. I just got it back from him and it was a complete mess. Cable is broken, scroll wheel barely works, grease all over, the worst I’ve seen so far. This pic was just after cleaning the whole thing with alcohol. I have jet to replace the cable, scrollwheel, skates and clean it on the inside. Technically it will be as good as new again, but the outer shell won’t get better than this.

8 months ago

Added a G5 v2 to my collection. Technically it’s in perfect condition, but it has some use on it given the fact that it’s 18 years old. \- MX510 \- MX518 \- G5 v1 \- G5 v2 \- G500 \- G502 Protues Core

Reddit IconCosmonautJizzRocket
7 months ago

"worth it" is very subjective here. In terms of technical specs, obviously not. If you have a personal attachment to "retro" gear then yes, especially because this was a great shape at the time.

7 months ago

i really would not recommend it

Reddit IconDaveAEP
5 months ago

If you're looking for a mouse that stays intact for a while. Don't go for Corsair. I don't know how or why, but their mouse coatings are thin as shit. My Corsair Ironclaw Wireless looked like shit after half a year of use. My Logitech G5 though, lasted for 5 years before any of the paint came off.

Reddit IconExotic_Scheme3718
9 months ago

Been rocking the g5 since 2018 when I bought my last PC. Had a wired one for years due to the cost of the wireless one. But man when I switched I was wondering why TF I didn’t go wireless sooner. It is a fantastic mouse for large handed folks. I tried the g pro wireless and I could barely claw grip it lol so I returned it for refund.

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