Cherry MW 8C Ergo Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Connectivity:wireless+wiredMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:3200 DPIWeight:123 g

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

5.2

Overall score

Score
5.2/ 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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80%

4.7

Technical Score

20%

7.2

User score

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4.7

Technical Score

Technical score
4.7/ 10
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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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Score components

36%

4.7

Performance & Sensor

22%

4.4

Controls

16%

3.9

Design

14%

2.8

Features

7%

10

Connectivity

5%

7.5

Battery & Charging

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7.2

User score

User score
7.2/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

5.5

Number of reviews

Based on 245 buyer reviews from online shops.
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.
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Verdict

The Cherry MW 8C Ergo is a high-quality wireless mouse featuring a large ergonomic right-handed design with a comfortable thumb rest and anodised aluminium buttons. It offers dual-mode connectivity via Bluetooth 4.2 or 2.4 GHz RF (AES-128 encrypted) and utilizes a high-precision optical sensor with four adjustable DPI levels (600, 1000, 1600, 3200) that works on glass. Key pros include a long-lasting 550 mAh rechargeable lithium battery that can be charged via USB-C while in use, a durable metal scroll wheel, and a premium build quality ideal for medium to large hands. However, some users have noted that the glides can feel scratchy on certain surfaces, and it lacks advanced features like a freewheel scrolling mode or software-based DPI customization.

Technical Specifications of mouse Cherry MW 8C Ergo

Technical Score
Technical score
4.7/ 10
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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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Score components:

36%

4.7

Performance & Sensor

22%

4.4

Controls

16%

3.9

Design

14%

2.8

Features

7%

10

Connectivity

5%

7.5

Battery & Charging

4.7
Cherry MW 8C Ergo has a technical score of 4.7 points, which is lower than that of 76% of products in this category.
User score
User score
7.2/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

5.5

Number of reviews

Based on 245 buyer reviews from online shops.
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.
7.2
Cherry MW 8C Ergo has a user score of 7.19 points, which is lower than that of 86.4% of products in this category.
Popularity
Popularity
5.5/ 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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Popularity:
Cherry MW 8C Ergo has a popularity score of 5.5 points, which is lower than that of 58.4% of products in this category.
5.5
Cherry MW 8C Ergo has a popularity score of 5.5 points, which is lower than that of 58.4% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
6.7/ 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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Score components:

60%

5.2

Overall score

40%

10

Price

6.7
Cherry MW 8C Ergo has a value-for-money score of 6.7 points, which is lower than that of 73.6% of products in this category.
Brand name
Cherry
Maximum polling rate
1,000 Hz
Maximum polling rate
1,000 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
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
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
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
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
This mouse supports Bluetooth. 64.5% of mice support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
4.2
Bluetooth version
4.2
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
This mouse supports proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless. 38.8% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
Receiver included
yes
Receiver included
yes
This mouse includes a receiver. 37.8% of mice include a receiver.
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Battery life
168 hours
Battery life
168 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
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
This mouse uses a rechargeable battery. 54.2% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
Removable battery
no
Removable battery
no
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
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
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
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
This mouse includes a DPI switching button. 14.7% of mice include a DPI switching button.
Profile switching button
no
Profile switching button
no
This mouse does not include a profile switching button. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
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Orientation
right-handed
Weight
123 g
Weight
123 g
This mouse weighs 123 g, which is heavier than 89.2% of mice and equal to 0.2% of mice.
Extra weights
0 g
Extra weights
0 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
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
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
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
This mouse is not suitable for gaming. 76.2% of mice are suitable for gaming.

Cherry MW 8C Ergo vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 83 hours longer battery life
    Battery life
    168 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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    This mouse uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
  • 50% higher mouse weight
    Weight
    123 g
    This mouse weighs 123 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    123 g vs 82 g
  • 20 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    10 million clicks
    This mouse has a switch durability of 10 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    10 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 1 fewer onboard profiles
    Onboard memory profiles
    0
    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
    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
    This mouse is not suitable for gaming, while the average mouse is. 76.1% of mice are suitable for gaming.
  • 75% lower maximum acceleration
    Maximum acceleration
    10 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
    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
    This mouse does not have RGB lighting, while the average mouse does. 56.3% of mice have RGB lighting.
  • 11.2% lower user score
    User score
    7.2/ 10
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    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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    Cherry MW 8C Ergo
    the average mouse
    Cherry MW 8C Ergo has a lower user score than the average mouse (7.19 vs 8.000).
    7.19 vs 8
  • 9.8% worse value for money
    Cherry MW 8C Ergo has worse value for money than the average mouse (6.66 vs 7.3).
    6.66 vs 7.31
  • 68% lower maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    3,200 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
    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
    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
    This mouse stores 4 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    4 vs 5
  • 20 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    10 million clicks
    This mouse has a switch durability of 10 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    10 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 50% higher mouse weight
    Weight
    123 g
    This mouse weighs 123 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    123 g vs 82 g
  • No RGB lighting
    RGB lighting
    no
    This mouse does not have RGB lighting, while the average mouse does. 56.3% of mice have RGB lighting.
  • 13 mm wider mouse width
    Width
    79 mm
    This mouse has a width of 79 mm, while the average mouse has a width of 66 mm.
    79 mm vs 66 mm
  • 4.5 mm longer mouse length
    Length
    44.5 mm
    This mouse has a length of 44.5 mm, while the average mouse has a length of 40 mm.
    44.5 mm vs 40 mm
  • 4.8 mm taller mouse height
    Height
    44.5 mm
    This mouse has a height of 44.5 mm, while the average mouse has a height of 39.7 mm.
    44.5 mm vs 39.7 mm
  • 1 fewer onboard profiles
    Onboard memory profiles
    0
    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
    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 245 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Cherry MW 8C Ergo?

  • High-quality build with premium materials (brushed aluminum top, metal mouse wheel)
  • Comfortable, ergonomic design for medium-to-large right hands with good thumb support
  • Dual connectivity (Bluetooth 4.2 or 2.4 GHz wireless via USB-C dongle)
  • Long-lasting, rechargeable battery with the ability to work while charging
  • Precise sensor that works on various surfaces, including glass
  • Includes a storage pouch and magnetic dongle storage for portability

What customers dislike about Cherry MW 8C Ergo?

  • Lack of free-wheel scrolling option on the mouse wheel
  • Sliders can be scratchy or offer high friction on certain surfaces
  • Surface can be prone to fingerprints, requiring occasional cleaning
  • Less comfortable for some users compared to top-tier competitors like the MX Master 3
  • Side rubber coating might become dirty over long-term use

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