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Microsoft Sidewinder X4 Keyboard

by Microsoft
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (236 customer reviews)
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  • Keyboard
  • PC / Mac
  • Advanced anti-ghosting capability--Press up to 26 keys simultaneously without ghosting—what you press is what you get.
  • Mode switching--Manually toggle from standard mode to one of two gaming modes. LEDs show the mode you select.
  • Automatic profile switching--The keyboard detects the application you are running and applies your custom profile to the application.
  • Programmable macro keys--Switch among three banks of six programmable macro keys to assign up to 18 macros per profile.
  • In-game Macro Record button--Record a sequence of keystrokes. Macros are stored on your hard drive and can be easily shared.
  • Automatic macro repetition--Set your macros to repeat.
  • Backlit keys--Adjust key-legend backlighting with three illumination levels plus “off.”
  • Media keys--Access Play/Pause, Previous Track, Next Track, and Mute.
  • Volume control
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Technical Details
BrandMicrosoft
Item Weight671 g
Product Dimensions50.2 x 22 x 6.4 cm
Item model numberJQD-00006
Hardware PlatformCONSUMER_ELECTRONICS
  
Additional Information
ASINB0037KLSS8
Best Sellers Rank 334 in Computers & Accessories (See top 100)
Shipping Weight1.5 Kg
Date First Available8 Feb 2010
  
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A powerful keyboard for serious gamers. The Microsoft® SideWinder® X4 Keyboard has all the core must-haves for serious gamers, including industry-leading anti-ghosting, a first-ever Repetitive Macro key, in-game macro recording, a full media key set, automatic and manual mode/profi le switching, adjustable backlighting for playing in dim conditions, and more. Plus, at the touch of a button, this customizable keyboard—the latest in the award-winning Microsoft SideWinder line—doubles as a high-performance keyboard for everyday computing.

Features:

     

Advanced anti-ghosting capability
Press up to 26 keys simultaneously without ghosting—what you press is what you get!

 

Mode switching
Manually toggle from standard mode to one of two gaming modes; LEDs show the mode you select.

 

Backlit keys
Adjust key-legend backlighting with three illumination levels plus “off.”

 

 

Other Features:

  • Automatic profile switching - The keyboard detects the application you are running and applies your custom profile to the application.
  • Programmable macro keys - Switch among three banks of six programmable macro keys to assign up to 18 macros per profile.
  • In-game Macro Record button - Record a sequence of keystrokes. Macros are stored on your hard drive and can be easily shared.
  • Automatic macro repetition - Set your macros to repeat.
  • Media keys - Access Play/Pause, Previous Track, Next Track, and Mute.
  • Volume control
     

 

 

System Requirements:
  • Windows® 7, Windows Vista®, Windows® XP (excluding Windows XP 64-bit)
  • 100 MB hard drive space
  • CD-ROM
  • Powered USB

Product Description

Microsoft SideWinder X4 - Keyboard - USB - UK


Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews
34 of 35 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Good keyboard, but cramped in use (for me). 22 Dec 2010
By pipvac
Having owned many Microsoft periheral products in the past, including keyboards, and after reading the review here I was finally tempted to purchase this keyboard.

The finish and look of this keyboard is excellent, and would look great with almost anyones gaming rig. Macro programmability on the fly is quick and simple, and works well. All the function keys and media keys are well positioned for my use, and integrated nicely with the rest of the layout.

If I have one complaint, its the overall size of the keyboard. Perhaps I should have considered this more carefully in my purchasing decision. However, I do find the key spacings cramped for my large hands. Prolonged typing or gaming, can cause muscle strain on my fingers and around my knuckles.

Products ergonomics is a very personal thing, and this shouldn't distract you from the great functionality and built quality of this keyboard. My only counsel is if you have large hands, long fingers or a combination of the two, like myself, see if you can 'try' one in a store first to make sure its a good fit.

For the average gamer, I can heartily recommend it.
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59 of 62 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Just right 2 Jun 2010
By Andrew TOP 500 REVIEWER VINE™ VOICE
Amazon Verified Purchase
The X4 has a sleek design, and, at 48cm long, is no wider than most standard keyboards. This means it's ideally suited to both hardcore gaming and everyday computing -- which is a massive thing for me as I need a keyboard which does both reasonably well.

Like most SideWinder products, the X4 has a red backlight for gaming in low-light conditions, and a key along the top of the keyboard allows users to cycle though several brightness settings. I would have preferred blue or the ability to choose blue or red but that is reserved for higher end products and at this price I cannot grumble. The keys themselves have a pleasing bounce to them, and the travel distance is deep for a compact piece of hardware such as this.

The X4 has six macro keys, each of which can store three macros, allowing you to program 18 macros in total. A key at the top of the X4 allows you cycle through each bank of six macros. On-the-fly macro programming is simple enough just hit the record key, then the macro key you wish to assign the macro to, and finally plug in the keys you want recorded.

Although the keyboard will work as soon as you plug it into your computer's USB port, installing the included software lets you play around with the more advanced settings which is where being a gaming keyboard comes in. You can customise the media keys; programme macro banks to automatically associate with certain programs; and set up macro repeating, so that macros continually repeat until you stop them.

The keyboard input time is around 2 milliseconds so pretty quick.

The Microsoft SideWinder X4 is a decent piece of gaming kit that effectively doublesas a gaming keyboard and an everday typer.
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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great keyboard, very useful. 7 May 2011
I spent quite a long time looking for a keyboard that was similar to the one I already had (and old DELL one) so I wouldn't need to get accustomed to the new key sizes and layout etc. I looked at the G15, G11, G110, some Saitek's amongst others. This stood out. Great value for money.

The macro keys on the right are handy and don't get in the way at all. They are also very easy to assign using the software that comes with the keyboard. With six keys and three different banks it gives you a total of 18 different functions you can assign to the left of the keyboard.

The keyboard response is very good, the keys go in a good distance and you know for sure when a key is pressed. It also features anti-ghosting which is fantastic for frantic online FPS games. It sends exactly what you hit and when you hit it, no more movement lag.

The extra media keys are also a highlight, play/pause, skip back/forward, mute, volume down/up. They are all very nifty if you need to hit something quick. They "Calculator" key above the numpad is a nice little thing for those quick calculations.

The back-lighting is one of the main reasons I purchased the board and it works like a dream. In the day time you can just turn it off. When the lights go out and you don't want to keep your room lit you can select from 3 different intensities of red to choose from and all of them make the keys very easy to see.

My only problem is that the board seems to be a bit of dust hound, especially on that glossy surface in between keys. Nothing a soft cloth won't take care of though. Does not warrant removing a star.

All in all this is a great keyboard that works well from everyday emails to online gaming. Would buy again if it broke.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for gaming and everything else. 16 Dec 2012
By SumD00d
Amazon Verified Purchase
I have been using this keyboard for a year now and have been very happy with it.

Probably the best feature is the Anti-Ghosting or N-key rollover that accurately reproduces a lot of keys pressed at the same time which is not the case with 95% of the keyboards on the market.
This might not be an issue for typing a text (two keys at a time is enough) but it can be important for playing games where easily four keys need to be pressed at the same time.

Considering it is made from plastic, it is probably as rigid and durable as it can get.

The multimedia keys sure come in handy. Some people will also find the macro and profile functionality important and useful, as for me I have hardly used them though.

The oddest about the layout is the position of the AltGr key which is located further to the right extending the space bar. This can be unusual, uncomfortable and annoying if you have to use it regularly. It is not an issue for me however since I have mapped my CapsLock key to be the AltGr key which is a lot more ergonomic anyway.
In the beginning, I used to hit the profile key instead of escape but I got quickly used to the correct location.

The pressure point and touch and feel of the keys is great in my view and I can't see any sign of wear, i.e. them getting mushy or anything so far. Also they respond really - with a rubber dome keyboard you always have to bottom out, of course, but it doesn't quite feel like it when you do...(?)

Sure the glossy surface is smugded easily but with one wipe of cloth it is back to normal.
Other than that, the design is really appealing. The backlighting is best in low light giving the right amount of illumination without distracting.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars good product
this item is verry good money or what you get you have the macro keys 18 of them! and the 3 leels of backlit keys also the item stands well and dosent slide and overall is a great... Read more
Published 12 hours ago by rob
5.0 out of 5 stars Gamers keyboard
My son picked this key board to compliment his new home built PC, that he has structured around gaming..... he tells me its 'awesome sick' I think its a keyboard
Published 3 days ago by Pete Fayers
4.0 out of 5 stars Sidewinder x4
It was recommended by a friend and i found him true to his word,The best bit i like is that the keys are lit up, which can be turned off if required, so you can type in the dark if... Read more
Published 3 days ago by joe williams
5.0 out of 5 stars i f-ing love it
Totally solid peice of kit. absolutely no problems with it and found it very user friendly. would recommend it to anyone.
Published 3 days ago by J A SHEWAN
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Value Keyboard
A couple of months ago, I decided to get this device for the reasonable price for around £35 and what you get is pretty impressive. Read more
Published 4 days ago by Mr. R. Mckelvie
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Quality for a Great Price
This is a really brilliant keyboard for anyone who will is sat at their computers for extended durations, there are a couple of issues with the design but they are all minor and... Read more
Published 5 days ago by Ricky
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Keyboard for gaming and work
I spend a lot of time on a computer for work and gaming and this keyboard performs well in both situations. Read more
Published 7 days ago by Christopher Olsen
5.0 out of 5 stars Very comfortable and smooth
This keyboard is an excellent buy. Personally I wanted something comfortable for the long assignments & documents, however I also wanted something durable for gaming. Read more
Published 10 days ago by Christos
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Glows in the dark, no ghosting, works fine for left handed people too. Keys feel solid/good and nice to type with. Much better than budget keyboards. Read more
Published 13 days ago by daftasabrush
4.0 out of 5 stars Good value gaming keyboard
Ok, so I bought this keyboard as a stand in. My aging G15 died and logitechs "S" updates of their current G510 & G19 keyboards aren't available in UK spec at the moment meaning I... Read more
Published 17 days ago by Andrew P
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