Logitech
MX518 HERO
A solid mid-range pick in the gaming mice line-up, with 102 up front.
57/100
102Ergonomic
£14.29best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Above-average max dpi
- Scores 57/100
- No wireless
- No 2.4 ghz wireless
Score profile
Scored against the gaming mice classWhere the MX518 HERO wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Sensor
Max DPI25600
Design and build
Weight102 g
ShapeErgonomic
More specs
SensorHERO
SwitchesOmron
ConnectionWired
Dimensions hwl4.3 cm
Max polling rate1000 Hz
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowMX518 HERO vs ASUS ROG Harpe Ace 2 Black
MX518 HEROROG Harpe Ace 2 Black
| LogitechMX518 HEROThis page | ASUSROG Harpe Ace 2 Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57 /100 | 64 /100Better |
| Max dpi | 25600 | 42000Better |
| Weight | 102 g | 48 gBetter |
Who it's for
Is the MX518 HERO right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable gaming mice for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need wireless, in which case a higher-tier gaming mice is the better call.
Competitive player
Cares about latency, precision and feel.
okay
Everyday user
Work and play, wants a reliable all-rounder.
good
Budget buyer
Wants solid basics without overspending.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the MX518 HERO worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 57/100 against other gaming mice, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 59.
What stands out on the MX518 HERO?
Its max dpi stands out, and more is better here, so a higher figure is the stronger pick.
How does it compare to the ATK Blazing Sky F1 V2 Wireless Gaming Mouse?
The ATK Blazing Sky F1 V2 Wireless Gaming Mouse scores 58/100 versus this one at 57/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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