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Spec-sheet comparison, not a hands-on test. We have not tried the Simagic DS-8X Shifter ourselves: the score and details are based on the official Simagic spec sheet and dated market prices.
dual-mode H-pattern / sequential shifter
9.0Excellent · out of 10The Simagic DS-8X Shifter is a shifter from Simagic. Stated platforms: PC. Our calculated score: 9.0/10 ("Excellent"), ranked 4 of 5 in its category.
Market price checked on 28 October 2026
| Brand | Simagic |
|---|---|
| Model | DS-8X Shifter |
| Version | dual-mode H-pattern / sequential shifter |
| Type | H-pattern and sequential |
| Gears (H-pattern) | 8 |
| Connection | USB or wheel base |
| Materials | CNC-machined aluminium housing + steel internal frame |
| Platforms | PC |
| Weight | 2 kg |
Not stated by the manufacturer.
Stated platforms: PC.
Score out of 10, calculated in the shifter category from the official spec sheet and the checked price, then placed on our editorial scale. Not a hands-on test. Missing criteria are removed and weights renormalized.
| Shifter type (20%) | 10.0/10 |
|---|---|
| Sensor (20%) | Not stated, criterion removed |
| Materials (20%) | 9.0/10 |
| Connection (15%) | 10.0/10 |
| Platforms (5%) | 6.0/10 |
| Warranty (5%) | Not stated, criterion removed |
| Price (15%) | 3.0/10 |
Shifter, rated "Excellent" by our scoring: 9.0/10.
The two products in the same category with the closest price.
Shifter type stated by Simagic.
Points taken from the official manufacturer spec sheet.
Stated platforms: PC.
Market price checked on 28 October 2026: €356. Linked merchant: Trak Racer EU. The price at the merchant is the one that applies.
Weight: 26.7% of the overall score
Weight: 26.7% of the overall score
Weight: 20% of the overall score
Weight: 20% of the overall score
The Simagic DS-8X Shifter scores 9.0/10 ("Excellent") in the shifter category, ranking 4 of 5. The score is calculated from the official specs and the checked price, with no hands-on test.
The price checked on 28 October 2026 is €356. It may have changed since.
The manufacturer states this compatibility: PC. Also check that your wheel rim and pedals are compatible.
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No. This page is a spec-sheet comparison, not a hands-on test: we have not handled the product. All information comes from the official Simagic spec sheet and dated market prices.