Vertical mice · OSRS, WoW, and RuneScape
Keychron’s M5 8K adds side controls and a high polling ceiling; Logitech’s MX Vertical and Lift use a steeper 57-degree shell. The deciding differences are shape, button reach, and connection mode, not a promise of better play.
Choose the Keychron M5 8K if you want its three thumb buttons, horizontal wheel, and up to 8,000 Hz in wired or 2.4 GHz mode. Choose Logitech Lift for a smaller 57-degree shell, or MX Vertical if its larger shape fits better. Logitech does not publish polling rates for either mouse.
The Keychron M5 is the gaming-featured option; Logitech’s MX Vertical and Lift share a steeper angle but differ in size and controls.
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Best for: Three thumb buttons, a side horizontal scroll wheel, 47-degree angle, and up to 8,000 Hz in the 8K version.
Tradeoff: The 8K figure applies to wired and 2.4 GHz modes; Bluetooth has a different rate.
Keychron lists the 8K version at 95 g with a PixArt PAW3950 sensor and up to 30,000 DPI.
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Best for: A 57-degree angle, 125 g weight, four customizable buttons, and up to 4,000 DPI.
Tradeoff: The larger shell can feel bulky for smaller hands, and Logitech does not publish its polling rate.
RTINGS describes the MX Vertical as bulky; Ars Technica measured 125 Hz on its reviewed unit.
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Best for: A 57-degree shell designed for small-to-medium hands, with six buttons and a quiet click profile.
Tradeoff: It uses Logi Bolt or Bluetooth and an AA battery; official polling rate is not published.
Logitech lists 125 g weight and a left-handed model, while RTINGS highlights its smaller shape.
Check current listing on AmazonLogitech does not publish a polling rate for either mouse in its official specifications; the old claim of a hard 125 Hz limit for both is not supported.
| Spec | Keychron M5 8K | Logitech MX Vertical | Logitech Lift | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shell angle | 47° | 57° | 57° | Logitech for steeper angle |
| Weight | 95 g | 125 g | 125 g | M5 |
| Polling rate | Up to 8,000 Hz, wired or 2.4 GHz on the 8K version | Not published by Logitech | Not published by Logitech | M5 has a published higher ceiling |
| Sensor resolution | Up to 30,000 DPI | Up to 4,000 DPI | Up to 4,000 DPI | M5 |
| Side controls | 3 thumb buttons and horizontal scroll wheel | 4 customizable buttons | 6 buttons total | M5 for side-scroll; Lift for total button count |
| Wireless options | 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, wired | 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, USB-C | Logi Bolt or Bluetooth | Depends on receiver and cable needs |
| Hand-size direction | No manufacturer hand-size range listed | Larger shell | Designed for small-to-medium hands; left-handed version | Lift for smaller hands |
Keychron lists a 47-degree angle, 95 g weight, three thumb buttons, a thumb wheel, and a PAW3950 sensor in the M5 8K version. Its maximum 8,000 Hz polling is available over wired or 2.4 GHz connection.
Independent RTINGS coverage notes that the M5 has no left/right tilt or free-spin wheel. PC Gamer’s review argues that 8K polling alone does not make this a better gaming mouse. That is why the M5’s extra controls and shape deserve as much attention as its sensor.
Logitech lists both at 57 degrees and 125 g. MX Vertical has four customizable buttons and a larger body; Lift has six buttons total and a smaller design Logitech describes for small-to-medium hands. Lift also has a left-handed version. Those details change reach and shell fit more directly than an unpublished polling-rate number.
RTINGS notes that MX Vertical can feel bulky for smaller hands. Its Lift review describes the smaller shell and no left/right tilt. Neither Logitech specification page publishes a polling rate. Ars Technica measured the MX Vertical at 125 Hz in one review, but that measurement does not establish Lift’s rate.
Logitech does not publish polling rates for the MX Vertical or Lift. Ars Technica measured 125 Hz on an MX Vertical; that result does not establish Lift’s rate or prove visible cursor stepping in OSRS.
For RuneLite, make the control layout easy to repeat first. The vertical-mouse and trackball setup guide compares broad input shapes; this page covers the named models. The OSRS hub and RuneScape hub give game-specific setup context.
The M5’s second wheel scrolls horizontally, a physical control absent from the Logitech models. MX Vertical and Lift use a simpler scroll wheel and side buttons.
Choose M5 if three thumb buttons, a horizontal wheel, and 2.4 GHz polling options are the reason you are replacing a basic mouse. Set the polling mode to what your system can use rather than assuming the maximum is always the best setting.
Choose MX Vertical if the larger body suits your hand and you want Logitech’s 57-degree angle, receiver/Bluetooth options, and four configurable buttons.
Choose Lift if you want the smaller Logitech shape for small-to-medium hands, quieter click design, and a left-hand option. Its official specification lists six buttons and a 125 g weight.
Choose Logitech if you do not need 8K polling or a second wheel and prefer its published office-focused setup. Check that the shell fits your hand.
Fit depends on the angle, overall size, wheel, and side-button positions. Neither mouse makes a fast gear switch easier if its controls sit outside your reach, and polling rate cannot fix an awkward grip. Check those details together before choosing.
For another compact Logitech comparison, see Lift vs ProtoArc EM11. The guides index covers broader MMO setup decisions, and the WoW hub links mouse layouts to action-bar setup.
No. Keychron lists up to 8,000 Hz for its 8K version over 2.4 GHz or wired connection. Bluetooth is a separate mode. The 8K figure is a polling ceiling, not a promise that every game or system will show a visible difference.
Logitech’s official specifications do not publish a polling rate for either mouse. Ars Technica measured the MX Vertical at a standard 125 Hz in its review, but that single independent measurement does not establish Lift’s rate or a manufacturer limit for both models.
Logitech positions Lift for small-to-medium hands and offers a left-handed model. The MX Vertical has a larger, heavier shell. RTINGS also notes that the MX Vertical may feel bulky for smaller hands, so compare dimensions and grip shape before choosing by angle alone.
Not by itself. The M5 8K reports up to 8,000 Hz in wired or 2.4 GHz mode, but polling rate does not decide whether its shell, thumb buttons, or side wheel suit your hand. PC Gamer’s review likewise treats the 8K figure as a spec rather than an automatic gaming advantage.
No. Keychron lists the M5 at a 47-degree angle, while Logitech lists both MX Vertical and Lift at 57 degrees. That changes the shell position and thumb reach. It does not tell you which shape will feel better during your own session.