Microsoft SideWinder X8 Mouse review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Peter Brown

Reviewed on: 21 July 2009

Tags: Microsoft, Microsoft SideWinder X8 Mouse, connectivity, mirrored, wireless

We like:

Hybrid wired/wireless design eliminates downtime between battery charges; BlueTrack sensor lets you use it on a wide variety of surfaces; easy on-the-fly macro recording; 4,000dpi maximum

We don't like:

Scroll wheel needs a better grip; signal drop-off in wireless mode at high sensitivity

CNET UK judgement:

Microsoft's SideWinder X8 Mouse isn't the only mouse that can swap seamlessly between wired and wireless modes. But, with its BlueTrack sensor and on-the-fly macro-recording capability -- not to mention a competitive price -- we imagine plenty of PC gamers will want to get their hands on one

Full review:

Despite their cord-free convenience, wireless mice have a poor adoption rate among serious PC gamers because of lag and signal hiccups. Microsoft is aiming to solve that problem with its feature-heavy SideWinder X8 Mouse, which sports a hybrid design that lets you swap almost seamlessly between a wired and wireless connection. It's available online for around £50. Continue Reading...