Microsoft Sidewinder X8

Microsoft

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Key highlights

  • BlueTrack sensor delivers 4000 DPI
  • Tracks up to 120 IPS
  • Accelerates up to 75G
  • Polls at 500 Hz
  • Engages mechanical switches
  • Operates wirelessly at 145g

Technical overview

The Microsoft Sidewinder X8 is a large ergonomic right-handed wireless gaming mouse weighing 145g with dimensions of 125.6 x 78.8 x 42.0 mm. It features the Microsoft BlueTrack optical sensor offering 4000 DPI, 120 IPS tracking speed, 75G acceleration, and 500 Hz polling rate for precise control. Equipped with mechanical switches, a mechanical encoder, four side buttons, and plastic construction for reliable performance in extended gaming sessions.

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ℹ️ General Info

Brand

Microsoft

Category

Gaming

Model

Sidewinder X8

Shape

Ergonomic

Release Year

Unknown

Size

Large

Hand

Right

Sensor

Microsoft BlueTrack

Sensor Type

Optical

Material

Plastic

Warranty (Years)

Unknown

Onboard Memory Profiles

Unknown

🎯 Performance

Max DPI

4000

Polling Rate

500 Hz

Adjustable DPI

No

Minimum DPI

Unknown

Tracking Speed (IPS)

120 IPS

Acceleration (G)

75 G

🔌 Connection

Connection Type

Wireless

Bluetooth

No

🖱️ Buttons

Programmable Buttons

Unknown

Total Buttons

Unknown

Side Buttons

4

Middle Buttons

4

Main Switches

Unspecified Mechanical Switches

Scroll Wheel Encoder

Unspecified Mechanical Encoder

🎨 Design

Weight

145 g

Hump Placement

Back - moderate

Front Flare

Flat

Side Curvature

Flat

Width

78.8 mm

Height

42.0 mm

Length

125.6 mm

Cable Length

Unknown

Thumb Rest

No

Ring Finger Rest

Yes

Tilting Scroll Wheel

No

Thumb Scroll Wheel

No

Extra Weights Included

No

Power

Battery Life (hours)

Unknown

Wireless Charging

No

Rechargeable Battery

No

Removable Battery

No

Features

DPI Switch Button

No

Profile Switch Button

No

Use While Charging

No

RGB Lighting

No

Gesture Support

No

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