Microsoft SideWinder X8

Announced in mid September 2008 after the newly launched wired SideWinder X5, the Microsoft SideWinder X8 is a new wireless mouse targeted towards die-hard gamers who need the ultimate performance hardware. Planned for release in February 2009, the SideWinder X8 will feature Microsoft's new BlueTrack tracking technology that is heralded as being superior to the optical and laser tracking found in all previously released mice, allowing for a never before seen 4000dpi resolution, 13,000 frames per second, 75g maximum acceleration and 120 inches per second maximum speed.With the same 2.4GHz RF wireless connectivity as the latest wireless gaming mice, the X8 can be used for up to 30 hours before needing to be recharged, or can be used with a recharge wire in place.

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Microsoft SideWinder X8
MSRP $99.99
Release date February, 2009
Brand Microsoft
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ProSCORE
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64
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2 positive
2 mixed
2 negative

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multiple DPI settings, with on the fly switching
+3agreedisagree

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7 fully programmable buttons
+3agreedisagree

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BluTrack can function on surfaces normal optical and laser mice cannot
+3agreedisagree

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macro button for creating macros from within games
+2agreedisagree

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same price as other high end gaming mice
+2agreedisagree

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30 hours of active use on a single charge
+2agreedisagree

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tangle-proof charge wire
+2agreedisagree

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"game" button (opens folder with shortcuts to installed games, i find it useful...)
+1agreedisagree

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Utilizing the in-Windows mouse sensitivity, 4000dpi no longer moves like a rocket and is great for detail work (photoshop or shootin up n00bs)
+1agreedisagree

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mouse remembers macro functionality which helps in LAN parties
+1agreedisagree

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charge wire is thoughtfully designed to safely disengage when yanked, unlike Razer's MAMBA which uses 5-pin miniUSB
+1agreedisagree

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unlike Razer Mamba, the dpi-mode buttons are out of the way under mouse wheel: Mamba places them (2 only) on corner of left mouse button!
+1agreedisagree

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Much cheaper than Razer Mamba (MSRP $130)
+1agreedisagree

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right handed only
+5agreedisagree

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no lights always active, they all turn off after moments
+1agreedisagree

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the blue lights seen under the mouse in images is *not* present, only indicates "bluetrack" exists but cannot be seen
+1agreedisagree

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Razer Mamba has 5400dpi sensor
+1agreedisagree

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Razer Mamba has 1000Hz (1ms) capability, SideWinder is 500Hz (2ms delay)
+1agreedisagree

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too many lights - unattractive for the minimalist computer enthusiast
-1agreedisagree

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BluTrack is expensive and nothing special
-1agreedisagree

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expensive
-1agreedisagree

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DPI wars
-1agreedisagree


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Features

  • multiple DPI settings, which can be changed in real time (400 to 4,000)
  • miniature backlit LCD screen for DPI/macro settings
  • 7 programmable buttons (5 buttons + left/right tilt)
  • macro record button, allowing gamers to record and assign mouse macros from within games

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Microsoft SideWinder X8

• Microsoft SideWinder X8 Mouse

• SideWinder Wireless Optocal Mouse

UPC: 882224720694

EAN: 882224720694

MPN: 3HA-00001

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Pros
  • discrete all black design - not gaudy like most gaming mice
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  • ambidextrous design
Cons
  • DPI wars
  • teflon feet will disintegrate quickly if not used on a soft mousepad / "gaming surface"
  • Buttons opposite of your thumb are hard to get to.
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Pros
  • customizable weight system
  • up to 5000dpi
  • interchangeable grips
Cons
  • very little different from the G9
  • DPI wars
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Poseidonas

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September 12, 2009
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5 pros
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • Utilizing the in-Windows mouse sensitivity, 4000dpi no longer moves like a rocket and is great for detail work (photoshop or shootin up n00bs)
  • mouse remembers macro functionality which helps in LAN parties
  • charge wire is thoughtfully designed to safely disengage when yanked, unlike Razer's MAMBA which uses 5-pin miniUSB
  • unlike Razer Mamba, the dpi-mode buttons are out of the way under mouse wheel: Mamba places them (2 only) on corner of left mouse button!
  • Much cheaper than Razer Mamba (MSRP $130)

Cons

  • no lights always active, they all turn off after moments
  • the blue lights seen under the mouse in images is *not* present, only indicates "bluetrack" exists but cannot be seen
  • Razer Mamba has 5400dpi sensor
  • Razer Mamba has 1000Hz (1ms) capability, SideWinder is 500Hz (2ms delay)

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higgamo

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July 24, 2009
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88
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7 pros
1 con
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1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • multiple DPI settings, with on the fly switching
  • 7 fully programmable buttons
  • BluTrack can function on surfaces normal optical and laser mice cannot
  • macro button for creating macros from within games
  • same price as other high end gaming mice
  • 30 hours of active use on a single charge
  • tangle-proof charge wire

Cons

  • right handed only

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Yale

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February 24, 2009
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58
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7 pros
5 cons

Pros

  • multiple DPI settings, with on the fly switching
  • 7 fully programmable buttons
  • BluTrack can function on surfaces normal optical and laser mice cannot
  • macro button for creating macros from within games
  • same price as other high end gaming mice
  • 30 hours of active use on a single charge
  • tangle-proof charge wire

Cons

  • right handed only
  • too many lights - unattractive for the minimalist computer enthusiast
  • BluTrack is expensive and nothing special
  • expensive
  • DPI wars

Competitors

Yale prefers Razer Lachesis, Logitech G9x over Microsoft SideWinder X8
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Sean Chiarot

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July 24, 2009
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80
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4 pros
1 con
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Pros

  • multiple DPI settings, with on the fly switching
  • 7 fully programmable buttons
  • BluTrack can function on surfaces normal optical and laser mice cannot
  • "game" button (opens folder with shortcuts to installed games, i find it useful...)

Cons

  • right handed only

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Oddbrother

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April 23, 2009
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0 pros
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Pros

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Cons

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shadowtech

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February 24, 2009
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Pros

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