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Microsoft SideWinder X8
$100.00
Released February, 2009
The Pros:BluTrack can function on surfaces normal optical and laser mice cannot. 7 fully programmable buttons. Tangle-proof charge wire.
The Cons:Right handed only. Razer Mamba has 1000Hz (1ms) capability, SideWinder is 500Hz (2ms delay). Tracking sometimes stutters and jitters (has 'hickups').
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.
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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.
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
User Reviews (18)
Pros & Cons
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BluTrack can function on surfaces normal optical and laser mice cannot
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7 fully programmable buttons
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multiple DPI settings, with on the fly switching
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macro button for creating macros from within games
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30 hours of active use on a single charge
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Much cheaper than Razer Mamba (MSRP $130)
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same price as other high end gaming mice
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charge wire is thoughtfully designed to safely disengage when yanked, unlike Razer's MAMBA which uses 5-pin miniUSB
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"game" button (opens folder with shortcuts to installed games, i find it useful...)
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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)
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mouse remembers macro functionality which helps in LAN parties
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Can charge while gaming, offering unlimited usage time.
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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!
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Razer Mamba has 1000Hz (1ms) capability, SideWinder is 500Hz (2ms delay)
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Tracking sometimes stutters and jitters (has 'hickups')
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Razer Mamba has 5400dpi sensor
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Very tough button resistance for a gaming mouse
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Logitech MX wheel has better feel
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the blue lights seen under the mouse in images is *not* present, only indicates "bluetrack" exists but cannot be seen
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Always wireless no option to plug in for hardwired connection.
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too many lights - unattractive for the minimalist computer enthusiast
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no lights always active, they all turn off after moments
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BluTrack is expensive and nothing special
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