Looking for a new gaming mouse similar to the G500 (or not that similar, potentialy)

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I've had the Logitech G500 for quite a while. I really like almost everything about it. About a year and a half ago (something like that, at least) part of the fabric around part of the cord got worn and ended up causing a sort of kink in the wire which I'm fairly certain is the cause of it's issues. It just dies for a few seconds at a time every few minutes. It's not a terrible issue unless I'm playing a game, then it's basically terrible. I'd probably just replace it, but the cheapest I can find another is something like $100, and I'd really like to spend something like $50-75.

Another feature I saw on some other mice was that the standard cord is simply replaced by a 2-way USB cord, which sounds like a nice way to prevent my current issue from reoccurring. I'd like the mouse to have the adjustable weights, the DPI setting software (to customize each of the DPI setting values), and at least as many buttons. I also need the mouse wheel to have the clicky (I'm really drawing a blank as to the technical term) mouse wheel; I can't stand the smooth wheel. I'm right-handed, and like that feel of the G500. I'd rather not get a wireless mouse. I'm not sure what the difference between optical and laser mice is (assuming there is one), but I think I read that optical is better than laser and that the G500 is laser, so changing to optical might be an improvement (assuming I have my facts right). I don't really like Razer mice, but I have never used one for an extended period (neither short term or long term, just a few minutes total) and would be willing to give one a try if I get several recommendations for one that fits the bill.

I've looked at some of Logitech's newer mice, and some of them seemed like they might work and were in my price range, but a lot of the reviews said they felt cheap, among other issues.
Anyone have any recommendations and/or nicer things to say about the newer logitech mice?

Edit: This is where I read about the optical/laser thing. Be aware that the link contains some foul language.
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It also claims that a few relevant mice are awful, including my G500, the G700 and G700s, the G600 and the razer imperator, which were all mice I was either looking at or have seen recommended elsewhere. The picture also highly recommends the G400/S and the razer deathadder black/2013. Can anyone speak to these specific opinions?
 
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http://www.tomsguide.com/us/best-gaming-mice,review-2220.html

Take a look at this. It shows all the best mouse for all their best uses. Might help you select the best mouse for you.

I personally use the Deathadder Chroma eidtion with insane DPI of 10000. Which is useless as I use less than 3000dpi at any given time. But the deathadder is a really great mouse in terms of its structure and feel. Really simple design since I play mainly MOBA and have no use for all those buttons on my mouse. Even though I play MOBA mainly LoL and DoTA2, the mouse has never been a let down even when I play MMORPG or any FPS games like CS:GO and Metro: Last Light. All in all a great mouse with great colour. But take a look at the site. It compares all the...

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http://www.tomsguide.com/us/best-gaming-mice,review-2220.html

Take a look at this. It shows all the best mouse for all their best uses. Might help you select the best mouse for you.

I personally use the Deathadder Chroma eidtion with insane DPI of 10000. Which is useless as I use less than 3000dpi at any given time. But the deathadder is a really great mouse in terms of its structure and feel. Really simple design since I play mainly MOBA and have no use for all those buttons on my mouse. Even though I play MOBA mainly LoL and DoTA2, the mouse has never been a let down even when I play MMORPG or any FPS games like CS:GO and Metro: Last Light. All in all a great mouse with great colour. But take a look at the site. It compares all the best mice in the past years in categories.
 
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My G5 had that and taping it straight worked for another year or so before it became bad enough I had to replace it.

A lot of people have been going to the G502 although I found it too narrow for my taste. I've been hoping for a deathadder sale tbh.
If you like the G500 then that mouse acceleration thing isn't much of a problem for you. I understand its mostly a personal preference (although I've only had gaming mice with it so I can't really judge)
 

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DeathAdder is a great choice. Especially the Chroma version. Razer Chroma are just the best in terms of lighting quality only.
 

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I had not found that guide before, thanks for the link. I ultimately went with the G502, as it seems to be like my 500. Thanks for the help/suggestions, both of you.
 

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It's a popular choice :D My friend got it and boy was he happy with his purchase. The mouse comes with many buttons but not as many as those MMO gaming mouse. Just enough for an average gamer who might want to key-bind their most used. You won't regret that choice :D