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HyperX Pulsefire Dart Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£95Connectivity:wireless+wiredMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:16000 DPIWeight:110 g

HyperX Pulsefire Dart Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

HyperX Pulsefire Dart
6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 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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â–² Better than 60% of models
Score components

80%

6.1

Technical score

20%

8.7

User score

â–²Better than 60% of mice
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 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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â–² Better than 57% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–²Better than 57%
6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 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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â–² Better than 57% of models
Score components

36%

5.7

Performance & Sensor

22%

6.5

Controls

16%

4.9

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

6.6

Battery & Charging

â–²Better than 57%
8.7

User score

User score
8.7/ 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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â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

7.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 76%
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Technical Specifications of mouse HyperX Pulsefire Dart

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 57% of models
Score components:

36%

5.7

Performance & Sensor

22%

6.5

Controls

16%

4.9

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

6.6

Battery & Charging

6.1
User score
User score
8.7/ 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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â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

7.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.7
Popularity
Popularity
7.9/ 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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â–² Better than 71% of models
Popularity:
HyperX Pulsefire Dart has a popularity score of 7.9 points, which is higher than that of 70.8% of products in this category.
7.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 10
✕
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–² Better than 57% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.6
Brand name
Hyperx
Maximum polling rate
1,000 Hz
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
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
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
0 Hz
Market range: <0 Hz – >125 Hz
This mouse has a Bluetooth polling rate of 0 Hz, which is lower than 36% of mice and equal to 64% of mice.
wired only.
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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
90 hours
Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
This mouse lasts 90 hours on a charge, which is longer than 51.2% of mice and equal to 4.3% of mice.
Battery capacity
800 mAh
Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
This mouse has a battery capacity of 800 mAh, which is larger than 85.8% of mice and equal to 5.7% 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
yes
This mouse uses a removable battery. 77.8% of mice use a removable battery.
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N. of buttons
6
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
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
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
This mouse includes a DPI switching button. 14.7% 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
right-handed
Weight
110 g
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 110 g, which is heavier than 80.4% of mice and equal to 2% of mice.
Extra weights
0 g
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
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
?
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Onboard memory profiles
1
Market range: <0 – >5
This mouse stores 1 onboard profiles, which is more than 48% of mice and equal to 20% of mice.
Onboard memory size
?
Software name
HyperX NGENUITY
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.

HyperX Pulsefire Dart vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • Usable while charging
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • 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
  • 60% higher maximum DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 16,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    16,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 20 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    This mouse offers switch durability of 50 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    50 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 12.5% higher tracking speed
    This mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 450 IPS, while the average mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    450 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • Removable battery
    This mouse uses a removable battery, while the average mouse does not. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
  • Rechargeable battery
    This mouse uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
  • Detachable cable
    This mouse comes with a detachable cable, while the average mouse does not. 43% of mice come with a detachable cable.
  • 8.2% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 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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    the average mouse
    HyperX Pulsefire Dart has a higher user score than the average mouse (8.66 vs 8).
    8.66 vs 8
  • 60% higher maximum DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 16,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    16,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 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
  • 12.5% higher tracking speed
    This mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 450 IPS, while the average mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    450 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • 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
  • 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
  • Usable while charging
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • Removable battery
    This mouse uses a removable battery, while the average mouse does not. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
  • Rechargeable battery
    This mouse uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
  • Wireless charging
    This mouse supports wireless charging, while the average mouse does not. 10.6% of mice support wireless charging.
  • 60% larger battery capacity
    This mouse has a battery capacity of 800 mAh, while the average mouse has a battery capacity of 500 mAh.
    800 mAh vs 500 mAh
  • 20 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    This mouse offers switch durability of 50 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    50 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • Detachable cable
    This mouse comes with a detachable cable, while the average mouse does not. 43% of mice come with a detachable cable.
  • 34.1% higher mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 110 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    110 g vs 82 g
  • 2.71x more expensive
    HyperX Pulsefire Dart is more expensive than the average mouse (£95 vs £35).
    £95 vs £35
  • 3.9 mm taller mouse height
    This mouse has a height of 43.6 mm, while the average mouse has a height of 39.7 mm.
    43.6 mm vs 39.7 mm
  • 7.9 mm wider mouse width
    This mouse has a width of 73.9 mm, while the average mouse has a width of 66 mm.
    73.9 mm vs 66 mm
  • 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
  • 2.71x more expensive
    HyperX Pulsefire Dart is more expensive than the average mouse (£95 vs £35).
    £95 vs £35
  • 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
  • 34.1% higher mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 110 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    110 g vs 82 g
  • 3.9 mm taller mouse height
    This mouse has a height of 43.6 mm, while the average mouse has a height of 39.7 mm.
    43.6 mm vs 39.7 mm
  • 7.9 mm wider mouse width
    This mouse has a width of 73.9 mm, while the average mouse has a width of 66 mm.
    73.9 mm vs 66 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about HyperX Pulsefire Dart

  • Supports Qi wireless charging, making it compatible with many third-party charging pads
  • Highly comfortable design featuring padded leatherette side grips for long gaming sessions
  • Excellent build quality with a sturdy, 'tank-like' feel
  • Reliable wireless performance using a 2.4GHz connection with low click latency
  • Onboard memory allows saving customization profiles directly to the mouse
  • Equipped with the high-performance PixArt PMW3389 sensor

What customers don't like about HyperX Pulsefire Dart

  • Heavier than many modern competitive gaming mice, weighing approximately 110g
  • Frequent reports of scroll wheel issues, including erratic scrolling or scrolling in the wrong direction
  • NGenuity software is often described as basic, buggy, or difficult to use
  • Lacks Bluetooth support, limiting its connectivity to the USB receiver or wired mode
  • Bulky shape may not be suitable for users with small hands using a fingertip grip
  • No built-in storage compartment for the USB wireless receiver

Verdict

The HyperX Pulsefire Dart is an ergonomic, right-handed wireless gaming mouse featuring a high-performance Pixart PMW3389 optical sensor with up to 16,000 DPI, 450 IPS tracking speed, and 50G acceleration. It connects via a low-latency 2.4GHz RF wireless connection and stands out for its universal Qi wireless charging compatibility, alongside a reliable battery life of up to 50 hours with RGB lighting or 90 hours without. Key characteristics include six programmable buttons, durable Omron switches rated for 50 million clicks, and premium padded leatherette side grips for enhanced comfort during long sessions. Main pros include its versatile charging options (Qi and USB-C), exceptional build quality, and a comfortable shape suitable for palm or claw grips; however, it is notably heavy at 110g, lacks a storage compartment for its USB dongle, and does not support Bluetooth.

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