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G-Wolves HSK Pro 4K Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£150Connectivity:wireless+wiredMaximum polling rate:8000 HzMaximum DPI:26000 DPIWeight:29 g

G-Wolves HSK Pro 4K Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

7.9/10

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 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
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Score components

80%

8.3

Technical score

20%

6.5

User score

â–²Better than 85% of mice
8.5

Value for money

Value for money
8.5/ 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

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

â–²Better than 83%
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 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%

10

Performance & Sensor

22%

6.1

Controls

16%

9.4

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

5.9

Battery & Charging

â–²Better than 87%
6.5

User score

User score
6.5/ 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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70%

7.5

User ratings

30%

4.4

Number of reviews

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Technical Specifications of mouse G-Wolves HSK Pro 4K

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 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%

10

Performance & Sensor

22%

6.1

Controls

16%

9.4

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

5.9

Battery & Charging

8.3
User score
User score
6.5/ 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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Score components

70%

7.5

User ratings

30%

4.4

Number of reviews

6.5
Popularity
Popularity
4.4/ 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.
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Popularity:
G-Wolves HSK Pro 4K has a popularity score of 4.4 points, which is lower than that of 69.4% of products in this category.
4.4
Value for money
Value for money
8.5/ 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:

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

8.5
Brand name
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Maximum polling rate
8,000 Hz
This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 8,000 Hz, which is higher than 88.2% of mice and equal to 11.8% of mice.
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
8,000 Hz
This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 8,000 Hz, which is higher than 89.2% of mice and equal to 10.8% of mice.
Bluetooth polling rate
0 Hz
This mouse has a Bluetooth polling rate of 0 Hz, which is lower than 36% of mice and equal to 64% of mice.
no Bluetooth mode.
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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 / 2.4 GHz.
Bluetooth support
no
This mouse does not support Bluetooth. 35.6% of mice support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
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
This mouse includes a receiver. 37.8% of mice include a receiver.
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Battery life
35 hours
This mouse has a battery life of 35 hours, which is less than 95.1% of mice.
Battery capacity
130 mAh
This mouse has a battery capacity of 130 mAh, which is smaller than 98.4% of mice.
Battery form factor
integrated
Rechargeable battery
yes
This mouse uses a rechargeable battery. 54.2% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
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
5
This mouse has 5 buttons, which is less than 76.9% of mice and equal to 9.6% of mice.
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
5
This mouse has 5 programmable buttons, which is less than 64.5% of mice and equal to 13.4% of mice.
DPI switching button
no
This mouse does not include a DPI switching button. 85.4% of mice include a DPI switching button.
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
ambidextrous
Weight
29 g
This mouse weighs 29 g, which makes it lighter than 99.3% of mice.
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
?
Cable type
?
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Onboard memory profiles
1
This mouse stores 1 onboard profiles, which is more than 48% of mice and equal to 20% of mice.
Onboard memory size
?
Software name
?
Firmware upgradable
yes
This mouse supports firmware updates. 22.5% of mice support firmware updates.
Suitable for gaming
yes
This mouse is suitable for gaming. 23.9% of mice are suitable for gaming.

G-Wolves HSK Pro 4K vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 8x higher maximum polling rate
    This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 8,000 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 64.6% lower mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 29 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    29 g vs 82 g
  • 8x higher 2.4 GHz polling rate
    This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 8,000 Hz, while the average mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 2.6x higher maximum DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 26,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    26,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • Adjustable lift-off distance
    This mouse supports adjustable lift-off distance, while the average mouse does not. 46.5% of mice support adjustable lift-off distance.
  • 30 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    This mouse offers switch durability of 60 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    60 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 62.5% higher tracking speed
    This mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 650 IPS, while the average mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    650 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • 1 hours shorter full charge time
    This mouse reaches a full charge in 1 hours, while the average mouse reaches a full charge in 2 hours.
    1 hours vs 2 hours
  • 15.8% better value for money
    G-Wolves HSK Pro 4K has better value for money than the average mouse (8.46 vs 7.3).
    8.46 vs 7.31
  • 8x higher maximum polling rate
    This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 8,000 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 8x higher 2.4 GHz polling rate
    This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 8,000 Hz, while the average mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 2.6x higher maximum DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 26,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    26,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • Adjustable lift-off distance
    This mouse supports adjustable lift-off distance, while the average mouse does not. 46.5% of mice support adjustable lift-off distance.
  • 62.5% higher tracking speed
    This mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 650 IPS, while the average mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    650 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • 150 DPI lower minimum setting
    This mouse goes as low as 50 DPI, while the average mouse goes as low as 200 DPI.
    50 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • 25% higher maximum acceleration
    This mouse has a maximum acceleration of 50 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.
    50 G vs 40 G
  • 2 more stored DPI steps
    This mouse stores 7 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    7 vs 5
  • Versatile connectivity
    This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired / 2.4 GHz.
    wireless+wired vs wireless
  • 1 hours shorter full charge time
    This mouse reaches a full charge in 1 hours, while the average mouse reaches a full charge in 2 hours.
    1 hours vs 2 hours
  • Usable while charging
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • Rechargeable battery
    This mouse uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
  • 30 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    This mouse offers switch durability of 60 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    60 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • Adjustable debounce time
    This mouse supports adjustable debounce time, while the average mouse does not. 28.2% of mice support adjustable debounce time.
  • 64.6% lower mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 29 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    29 g vs 82 g
  • Detachable cable
    This mouse comes with a detachable cable, while the average mouse does not. 43% of mice come with a detachable cable.
  • 10.7 mm lower mouse height
    This mouse is 29 mm tall, while the average mouse is 39.7 mm tall.
    29 mm vs 39.7 mm
  • 10 mm narrower mouse width
    This mouse is 56 mm wide, while the average mouse is 66 mm wide.
    56 mm vs 66 mm
  • 1 fewer programmable buttons
    This mouse has 5 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    5 vs 6
  • No DPI switching button
    This mouse does not include a DPI switching button, while the average mouse does. 85.3% of mice include a DPI switching button.
  • 50 hours shorter battery life
    This mouse has a battery life of 35 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.
    35 hours vs 85 hours
  • 4.29x more expensive
    G-Wolves HSK Pro 4K is more expensive than the average mouse (£150 vs £35).
    £150 vs £35
  • No RGB lighting
    This mouse does not have RGB lighting, while the average mouse does. 56.3% of mice have RGB lighting.
  • 22.5% lower user score
    User score
    6.5/ 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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    G-Wolves HSK Pro 4K
    the average mouse
    G-Wolves HSK Pro 4K has a lower user score than the average mouse (6.53 vs 8).
    6.53 vs 8
  • 74% smaller battery capacity
    This mouse has a battery capacity of 130 mAh, while the average mouse has a battery capacity of 500 mAh.
    130 mAh vs 500 mAh
  • Thin glide feet
    This mouse uses 0.7 mm thick mouse feet, while the average mouse uses 0.8 mm thick mouse feet.
    0.7 mm vs 0.8 mm
  • 4.29x more expensive
    G-Wolves HSK Pro 4K is more expensive than the average mouse (£150 vs £35).
    £150 vs £35
  • 22.5% lower user score
    User score
    6.5/ 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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    G-Wolves HSK Pro 4K
    the average mouse
    G-Wolves HSK Pro 4K has a lower user score than the average mouse (6.53 vs 8).
    6.53 vs 8
  • 46.4% less popular
    G-Wolves HSK Pro 4K is less popular than the average mouse (4.36 vs 6.4).
    4.36 vs 6.38
  • Poor default DPI tuning
    This mouse uses a default DPI of 800 DPI, while the average mouse uses a default DPI of 1,000 DPI.
    800 DPI vs 1,000 DPI
  • 50 hours shorter battery life
    This mouse has a battery life of 35 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.
    35 hours vs 85 hours
  • 74% smaller battery capacity
    This mouse has a battery capacity of 130 mAh, while the average mouse has a battery capacity of 500 mAh.
    130 mAh vs 500 mAh
  • 1 fewer programmable buttons
    This mouse has 5 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    5 vs 6
  • No DPI switching button
    This mouse does not include a DPI switching button, while the average mouse does. 85.3% of mice include a DPI switching button.
  • No RGB lighting
    This mouse does not have RGB lighting, while the average mouse does. 56.3% of mice have RGB lighting.
  • Thin glide feet
    This mouse uses 0.7 mm thick mouse feet, while the average mouse uses 0.8 mm thick mouse feet.
    0.7 mm vs 0.8 mm

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about G-Wolves HSK Pro 4K

  • Extremely lightweight design, weighing only around 26 to 29 grams
  • Excellent, high-precision tracking and raw performance with the PixArt PAW3395 sensor
  • Remarkably low and consistent click latency performance
  • True 4000Hz wireless polling rate capability out of the box
  • Highly natural shape and fit specifically optimized for a pure fingertip grip
  • Generous bundle of unboxing accessories, including grip tape and an extra battery
  • Solid structural integrity with minimal creaking or flexing despite the light weight

What customers don't like about G-Wolves HSK Pro 4K

  • Unconventional, tiny form factor makes it entirely unusable for palm or claw grip styles
  • Subpar battery life, especially when running the mouse continuously at higher polling rates
  • Poor companion software interface with inaccurate or buggy battery status indicators
  • Relatively steep price tag compared to other lightweight options on the market
  • Historically poor pre-order experiences and customer support responsiveness from G-Wolves
  • Potential for hand fatigue or cramping during the initial adjustment and learning period
  • Stiff or noisy scroll wheel performance on some units

Verdict

The G-Wolves HSK Pro 4K is an ultra-lightweight wireless gaming mouse specifically engineered for a fingertip grip, weighing a remarkable 26–29 grams depending on the battery and feet used. It features the top-tier PixArt PAW3395 sensor with up to 26,000 DPI, 650 IPS tracking speed, and 50G acceleration, alongside a high-performance Nordic MCU that supports native 4,000Hz wireless polling for reduced input latency. Main characteristics include its tiny, hole-less plastic shell, Zippy 60M main switches, and the rare inclusion of side buttons and a scroll wheel on such a compact frame. Pros include its industry-leading weight-to-performance ratio, exceptional sensor accuracy, and a generous accessory bundle with extra batteries and grips. However, notable cons include its very short battery life (roughly 10 hours at 4K polling), an outdated micro-USB charging port, and an unconventional shape that is entirely unsuitable for palm or claw grip styles.

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