Microsoft SideWinder X5

The Microsoft SideWinder X5 is a new right-handed only mouse. Released in August 2008, the X5 has nine buttons, five of which are completely programmable, and includes one which allows gamers instant access to their games, and another which changes the DPI settings which are instantly applied. Similar to the SideWinder X6, the X5 allows users to create customizable mouse movement macros with included software.

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Microsoft SideWinder X5
MSRP $59.95
Release date September, 2008
Brand Microsoft
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Cheaper than most gaming mouses
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Is not ambidextrous
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Only 2 buttons on the left
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Plastic quality build (feels cheap)
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It's like a ball near the palm, get's all sweaty, and you are forced to use what gamers call "Claw grip"
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Features

  • Sensitivity: 400 - 2000 dpi
  • Technology: Laser tracking
  • Operating system compatibility: Windows XP, Windows Vista
  • Dimentions: 3.06" x 5.07" (77.7 x 128 mm)

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Microsoft SideWinder X5

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UPC: 882224709354

EAN: 882224709354

MPN: ARB-00001

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Pros

  • Cheaper than most gaming mouses

Cons

  • Is not ambidextrous
  • Only 2 buttons on the left
  • Plastic quality build (feels cheap)
  • It's like a ball near the palm, get's all sweaty, and you are forced to use what gamers call "Claw grip"

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