Microsoft Mobile 3500 vs Microsoft SideWinder X5

A side-by-side spec comparison of the Microsoft Mobile 3500 and the Microsoft SideWinder X5. We line up every specification and score the ones that matter most in this category — weighted, not a raw count of specs won — to reach an overall verdict so you can decide which mouse is right for your build.

Side-by-side specification comparison of Microsoft Mobile 3500 and Microsoft SideWinder X5.
Specification	Microsoft Mobile 3500 No price data	Microsoft SideWinder X5 No price data
Max DPI	1600	2000
Shape	ambidextrous	ergonomic
Sensor	Laser	Laser
Weight	80 g	80 g
Buttons	6	6
Wireless	Yes	No

Too close to call — these products trade blows on the specs that matter.

Microsoft Mobile 3500

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Microsoft SideWinder X5

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Winner is scored by weighting the specs that matter most in this category (not a raw count of specs won).

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