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Microsoft Sidewinder X8 review

Vader's codpiece makes a wireless return

Our Score 4

Last reviewed: 2009-03-23March 23rd 2009

Price at launch £88.00
MPN 3HA00003
Features DPI Switching, 7 Programmable Buttons
Additional Information Up to 30 hours of active gaming on a single charge
Colour Black
OS Requirements Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP
Warranty Length 3 Years
Device Type (Keyboard/Mouse/Trackball) Mouse
Scroll Wheel Yes
Wired/Wireless Wireless

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Product Summary

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Sleeker design

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Accurate sensor

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In-use charging

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Way too expensive

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