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Cherry MW 8C ADVanced Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Connectivity:wireless+wiredMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:3200 DPIWeight:92 g

Cherry MW 8C ADVanced Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

5.8

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the mouse's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best mice on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components

80%

5.3

Technical Score

20%

7.8

User score

â–¼Worse than 60% of mice
5.3

Technical Score

Technical score
5.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Mice category across these key areas: Performance & Sensor, Connectivity, Battery & Charging, Controls, Design, Features.
When it matters
When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

36%

4.7

Performance & Sensor

22%

4.9

Controls

16%

6.4

Design

14%

2.8

Features

7%

10

Connectivity

5%

7.5

Battery & Charging

â–¼Worse than 62% of mice
7.8

User score

User score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

5.6

Number of reviews

Based on 295 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 66% of mice
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Verdict

The CHERRY MW 8C ADVANCED is a premium, compact wireless mouse featuring a high-precision laser-LED sensor with four adjustable DPI stages (600, 1000, 1600, 3200) that tracks effectively on nearly all surfaces, including glass. Built with an anodized aluminum top and rubberized Voronoi-pattern sides, it offers versatile dual connectivity via Bluetooth 4.2 or 2.4 GHz RF with secure AES-128 encryption. Key pros include its rechargeable 550 mAh lithium battery that lasts for several weeks, USB-C charging support while in use, and its lightweight 92g portable design with a magnetic nano-receiver garage. However, notable cons include an unbalanced, rear-heavy weight distribution that can cause the heel to drag when lifted, and a small, low-profile symmetrical shape that may lack sufficient palm support for users with larger hands.

Technical Specifications of mouse Cherry MW 8C ADVanced

Technical Score
Technical score
5.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Mice category across these key areas: Performance & Sensor, Connectivity, Battery & Charging, Controls, Design, Features.
When it matters
When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components:

36%

4.7

Performance & Sensor

22%

4.9

Controls

16%

6.4

Design

14%

2.8

Features

7%

10

Connectivity

5%

7.5

Battery & Charging

5.3
Cherry MW 8C ADVanced has a technical score of 5.3 points, which is lower than that of 61.6% of products in this category.
User score
User score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

5.6

Number of reviews

Based on 295 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.8
Cherry MW 8C ADVanced has a user score of 7.85 points, which is lower than that of 66.5% of products in this category.
Popularity
Popularity
5.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you prefer a mouse that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Popularity:
Cherry MW 8C ADVanced has a popularity score of 5.6 points, which is lower than that of 57.3% of products in this category.
5.6
Cherry MW 8C ADVanced has a popularity score of 5.6 points, which is lower than that of 57.3% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the mouse's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a mouse that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components:

60%

5.8

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.0
Cherry MW 8C ADVanced has a value-for-money score of 7 points, which is lower than that of 59.3% of products in this category.
Brand name
Cherry
Maximum polling rate
1,000 Hz
Maximum polling rate
1,000 Hz
â–² Better than 28% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 27.8% of mice and equal to 55% of mice.
Wired polling rate
1,000 Hz
Wired polling rate
1,000 Hz
â–² Better than 13% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >1k Hz
This mouse has a wired polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 13.2% of mice and equal to 77.4% of mice.
2.4 GHz polling rate
1,000 Hz
2.4 GHz polling rate
1,000 Hz
â–² Better than 33% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 33.4% of mice and equal to 46.9% of mice.
Bluetooth polling rate
125 Hz
Bluetooth polling rate
125 Hz
â–² Better than 68% of models
Market range: <0 Hz – >125 Hz
This mouse has a Bluetooth polling rate of 125 Hz, which is higher than 67.8% of mice and equal to 30.7% of mice.
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Connectivity
wireless+wired
Connectivity
wireless+wired
â–² Better than 57% of models
This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, which is more versatile than 56.8% of mice and equal to 43.3% of mice.
connection modes: wired / Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz.
Bluetooth support
yes
Bluetooth support
yes
â–² Better than 65% of models
This mouse supports Bluetooth. 64.5% of mice support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
4.2
Bluetooth version
4.2
â–² Better than 71% of models
This mouse uses Bluetooth 4.2, which is newer than 71.2% of mice and equal to 2.6% of mice.
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
yes
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
yes
â–² Better than 39% of models
This mouse supports proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless. 38.8% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
Receiver included
yes
Receiver included
yes
â–² Better than 38% of models
This mouse includes a receiver. 37.8% of mice include a receiver.
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Battery life
168 hours
Battery life
168 hours
â–² Better than 82% of models
Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
This mouse lasts 168 hours on a charge, which is longer than 82.2% of mice and equal to 0.6% of mice.
Battery capacity
550 mAh
Battery capacity
550 mAh
â–² Better than 71% of models
Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
This mouse has a battery capacity of 550 mAh, which is larger than 70.6% of mice and equal to 2.5% of mice.
Battery form factor
integrated
Rechargeable battery
yes
Rechargeable battery
yes
â–² Better than 54% of models
This mouse uses a rechargeable battery. 54.2% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
Removable battery
no
Removable battery
no
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This mouse does not use a removable battery. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
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N. of buttons
6
N. of buttons
6
â–¼ Worse than 37% of models
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 6 buttons, which is more than 23.2% of mice and equal to 40% of mice.
N. of side buttons
2
N. of side buttons
2
â–¼ Worse than 16% of models
Market range: <0 – >3
This mouse has 2 side buttons, which is more than 15% of mice and equal to 68.6% of mice.
N. of programmable buttons
6
N. of programmable buttons
6
â–² Better than 36% of models
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 6 programmable buttons, which is more than 35.6% of mice and equal to 31.2% of mice.
DPI switching button
yes
DPI switching button
yes
â–² Better than 15% of models
This mouse includes a DPI switching button. 14.7% of mice include a DPI switching button.
Profile switching button
no
Profile switching button
no
â–¼ Worse than 16% of models
This mouse does not include a profile switching button. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
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Orientation
ambidextrous
Weight
92 g
Weight
92 g
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 92 g, which is heavier than 60.8% of mice and equal to 1.3% of mice.
Extra weights
0 g
Extra weights
0 g
â–¼ Worse than 5% of models
Market range: <0 g – >25 g
This mouse comes with 0 g extra weights, which is less than 4.6% of mice and equal to 95.4% of mice.
Cable length
1.8 m
Cable length
1.8 m
â–² Better than 18% of models
Market range: <1.5 m – >2 m
This mouse comes with a 1.8 m cable, which is longer than 18.4% of mice and equal to 65.2% of mice.
Cable type
rubber
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Onboard memory profiles
0
Onboard memory profiles
0
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This mouse supports 0 onboard memory profiles, which is less than 52.2% of mice and equal to 47.8% of mice.
Onboard memory size
0 KB
Onboard memory size
0 KB
â–¼ Worse than 13% of models
Market range: <0 KB – >128 KB
This mouse has an onboard memory size of 0 KB, which is smaller than 12.6% of mice and equal to 87.4% of mice.
no onboard memory.
Software name
CHERRY KEYS
Firmware upgradable
?
Suitable for gaming
no
Suitable for gaming
no
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
This mouse is not suitable for gaming. 76.2% of mice are suitable for gaming.

Cherry MW 8C ADVanced vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 83 hours longer battery life
    Battery life
    168 hours
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
    This mouse lasts 168 hours on a charge, while the average mouse lasts 85 hours on a charge.
    168 hours vs 85 hours
  • Usable while charging
    Use while charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • Multi-device pairing
    Multi-device pairing
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This mouse supports multi-device pairing, while the average mouse does not. 20.3% of mice support multi-device pairing.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Rechargeable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
  • Versatile connectivity
    Connectivity
    wireless+wired
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired / Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz.
    wireless+wired vs wireless
  • Bluetooth support
    Bluetooth support
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This mouse supports Bluetooth, while the average mouse does not. 35.5% of mice support Bluetooth.
  • 6.2 mm lower mouse height
    Height
    33.5 mm
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <36 mm – >43 mm
    This mouse is 33.5 mm tall, while the average mouse is 39.7 mm tall.
    33.5 mm vs 39.7 mm
  • Receiver storage inside mouse
    Receiver storage in mouse
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse has receiver storage inside the mouse, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice have receiver storage inside the mouse.
  • Multi-device pairing
    Multi-device pairing
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This mouse supports multi-device pairing, while the average mouse does not. 20.3% of mice support multi-device pairing.
  • Versatile connectivity
    Connectivity
    wireless+wired
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired / Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz.
    wireless+wired vs wireless
  • Bluetooth support
    Bluetooth support
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This mouse supports Bluetooth, while the average mouse does not. 35.5% of mice support Bluetooth.
  • Receiver storage inside mouse
    Receiver storage in mouse
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse has receiver storage inside the mouse, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice have receiver storage inside the mouse.
  • 83 hours longer battery life
    Battery life
    168 hours
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
    This mouse lasts 168 hours on a charge, while the average mouse lasts 85 hours on a charge.
    168 hours vs 85 hours
  • Usable while charging
    Use while charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Rechargeable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
  • 6.2 mm lower mouse height
    Height
    33.5 mm
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <36 mm – >43 mm
    This mouse is 33.5 mm tall, while the average mouse is 39.7 mm tall.
    33.5 mm vs 39.7 mm
  • 6.5 mm shorter mouse length
    Length
    33.5 mm
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <39.2 mm – >128.5 mm
    This mouse is 33.5 mm long, while the average mouse is 40 mm long.
    33.5 mm vs 40 mm
  • 1 fewer onboard profiles
    Onboard memory profiles
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <0 – >5
    This mouse supports 0 onboard memory profiles, while the average mouse supports 1 onboard memory profiles.
    0 vs 1
  • 68% lower maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    3,200 DPI
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 3200 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    3,200 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • Not suitable for gaming
    Suitable for gaming
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    This mouse is not suitable for gaming, while the average mouse is. 76.1% of mice are suitable for gaming.
  • 10 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    20 million clicks
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse has a switch durability of 20 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    20 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 12.2% higher mouse weight
    Weight
    92 g
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 92 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    92 g vs 82 g
  • 75% lower maximum acceleration
    Maximum acceleration
    10 G
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <10 G – >50 G
    This mouse has a maximum acceleration of 10 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.
    10 G vs 40 G
  • 400 DPI higher minimum setting
    Minimum DPI
    600 DPI
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <50 DPI – >1k DPI
    This mouse has a minimum DPI of 600 DPI, while the average mouse has a minimum DPI of 200 DPI.
    600 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • No RGB lighting
    RGB lighting
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This mouse does not have RGB lighting, while the average mouse does. 56.3% of mice have RGB lighting.
  • 71.4% more expensive
    Cherry MW 8C ADVanced is more expensive than the average mouse (£60 vs £35).
    £60 vs £35
  • 68% lower maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    3,200 DPI
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 3200 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    3,200 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 75% lower maximum acceleration
    Maximum acceleration
    10 G
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <10 G – >50 G
    This mouse has a maximum acceleration of 10 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.
    10 G vs 40 G
  • 400 DPI higher minimum setting
    Minimum DPI
    600 DPI
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <50 DPI – >1k DPI
    This mouse has a minimum DPI of 600 DPI, while the average mouse has a minimum DPI of 200 DPI.
    600 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • 1 fewer stored DPI steps
    DPI steps stored
    4
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <3 – >6
    This mouse stores 4 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    4 vs 5
  • 10 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    20 million clicks
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse has a switch durability of 20 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    20 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 12.2% higher mouse weight
    Weight
    92 g
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 92 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    92 g vs 82 g
  • No RGB lighting
    RGB lighting
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This mouse does not have RGB lighting, while the average mouse does. 56.3% of mice have RGB lighting.
  • 1 fewer onboard profiles
    Onboard memory profiles
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <0 – >5
    This mouse supports 0 onboard memory profiles, while the average mouse supports 1 onboard memory profiles.
    0 vs 1
  • Not suitable for gaming
    Suitable for gaming
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    This mouse is not suitable for gaming, while the average mouse is. 76.1% of mice are suitable for gaming.

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Third-party reviews

Based on 295 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Cherry MW 8C ADVanced?

  • Premium build quality with an anodised aluminium surface and metal scroll wheel
  • Versatile dual connectivity via 2.4 GHz wireless (USB receiver) and Bluetooth 4.0
  • High-precision laser sensor that works effectively on almost all surfaces, including glass
  • Long-lasting rechargeable battery life, typically lasting several weeks on a single charge
  • Convenient USB-C charging capability, allowing for continued use while charging
  • Compact and portable design, making it an excellent choice for travel or mobile use
  • On-the-fly DPI switching with four adjustable levels (600, 1000, 1600, and 3200)
  • Magnetic storage for the USB nano-receiver on the underside of the mouse

What customers dislike about Cherry MW 8C ADVanced?

  • Small form factor may lack sufficient palm support for users with larger hands
  • Reported Bluetooth compatibility issues with some Mac systems
  • Relatively high price point compared to similar office or travel mice
  • The mouse is rear-heavy/unbalanced, which can cause the heel to drag when lifted
  • Lack of customisation software for remapping buttons or adjusting settings
  • Limited USB receiver range reported by some users (around 2 feet)
  • Left and right click buttons can feel slightly stiff or require more pressure than expected

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