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HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£55Connectivity:wireless+wiredMaximum polling rate:8000 HzMaximum DPI:26000 DPIWeight:53 g

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

8.5

Overall score

Score
8.5/ 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
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

80%

8.6

Technical Score

20%

8.0

User score

★Better than 94% of mice
8.6

Technical Score

Technical score
8.6/ 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
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

36%

9.3

Performance & Sensor

22%

8.1

Controls

16%

9.4

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

9.8

Connectivity

5%

9.4

Battery & Charging

★Better than 93% of mice
8.0

User score

User score
8.0/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

7.4

Number of reviews

Based on 1,626 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 63% of mice
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Verdict

The HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 is an ultra-lightweight gaming mouse featuring a solid-shell design that weighs just 53g for the wired version and 61g for the wireless model. It is equipped with the precision HyperX 26K optical sensor, supporting up to 26,000 DPI and a 650 IPS tracking speed, alongside custom HyperX switches rated for 100 million clicks. Main characteristics include an impressive 8,000Hz polling rate on the wired version for minimal input lag and a symmetrical shape suitable for multiple grip types. Key pros include its exceptional raw performance, high-quality virgin-grade PTFE skates for smooth gliding, and the inclusion of custom grip tape for better control. Notable cons include limited RGB lighting restricted to the scroll wheel, a lack of onboard memory for multiple profiles, and potential compatibility issues with leatherette surfaces reported by some users.

Technical Specifications of mouse HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2

Technical Score
Technical score
8.6/ 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
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components:

36%

9.3

Performance & Sensor

22%

8.1

Controls

16%

9.4

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

9.8

Connectivity

5%

9.4

Battery & Charging

8.6
HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 has a technical score of 8.6 points, which is higher than that of 93.1% of products in this category.
User score
User score
8.0/ 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 63% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

7.4

Number of reviews

Based on 1,626 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.
8.0
HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 has a user score of 7.97 points, which is lower than that of 63.1% of products in this category.
Popularity
Popularity
7.4/ 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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 64% of models
Popularity:
HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 has a popularity score of 7.4 points, which is higher than that of 64% of products in this category.
7.4
HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 has a popularity score of 7.4 points, which is higher than that of 64% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
9.0/ 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
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

60%

8.5

Overall score

40%

10

Price

9.0
HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 has a value-for-money score of 9 points, which is higher than that of 93.8% of products in this category.
Brand name
Hyperx
Maximum polling rate
8,000 Hz
Maximum polling rate
8,000 Hz
â–² Better than 88% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k 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
8,000 Hz
Wired polling rate
8,000 Hz
★ Better than 93% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >1k Hz
This mouse has a wired polling rate of 8,000 Hz, which is higher than 93.3% of mice and equal to 6.7% 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
5
Bluetooth version
5
â–² Better than 74% of models
This mouse uses Bluetooth 5, which is newer than 73.9% of mice and equal to 12.3% 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
N/A
Battery capacity
370 mAh
Battery capacity
370 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
This mouse has a battery capacity of 370 mAh, which is smaller than 65.7% of mice and equal to 2.2% of mice.
Battery form factor
integrated
Rechargeable battery
no
Rechargeable battery
no
â–¼ Worse than 46% of models
This mouse does not use a rechargeable battery. 46% 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
53 g
Weight
53 g
â–² Better than 88% of models
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 53 g, which makes it lighter than 88.3% of mice and equal to 1.4% 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
N/A
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Onboard memory profiles
1
Onboard memory profiles
1
â–² Better than 48% of models
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
Firmware upgradable
yes
â–² Better than 22% of models
This mouse supports firmware updates. 22.5% of mice support firmware updates.
Suitable for gaming
yes
Suitable for gaming
yes
â–² Better than 24% of models
This mouse is suitable for gaming. 23.9% of mice are suitable for gaming.

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 8x higher maximum polling rate
    Maximum polling rate
    8,000 Hz
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
    This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 8000 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 70 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    100 million clicks
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse offers switch durability of 100 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    100 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 35.4% lower mouse weight
    Weight
    53 g
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 53 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    53 g vs 82 g
  • 2.6x higher maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    26,000 DPI
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 26000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    26,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 8x higher wired polling rate
    Wired polling rate
    8,000 Hz
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <125 Hz – >1k Hz
    This mouse has a wired polling rate of 8000 Hz, while the average mouse has a wired polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • Adjustable lift-off distance
    Lift-off distance adjustable
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    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
    Maximum tracking speed
    650 IPS
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <30 IPS – >650 IPS
    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
  • 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.
  • 22.4% better value for money
    HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 has better value for money than the average mouse (8.95 vs 7.3).
    8.95 vs 7.31
  • 8x higher maximum polling rate
    Maximum polling rate
    8,000 Hz
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
    This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 8000 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 2.6x higher maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    26,000 DPI
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 26000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    26,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 8x higher wired polling rate
    Wired polling rate
    8,000 Hz
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <125 Hz – >1k Hz
    This mouse has a wired polling rate of 8000 Hz, while the average mouse has a wired polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • Adjustable lift-off distance
    Lift-off distance adjustable
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    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
    Maximum tracking speed
    650 IPS
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <30 IPS – >650 IPS
    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
    Minimum DPI
    50 DPI
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <50 DPI – >1k DPI
    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
    Maximum acceleration
    50 G
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <10 G – >50 G
    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
    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.
  • 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.
  • 70 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    100 million clicks
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse offers switch durability of 100 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    100 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 35.4% lower mouse weight
    Weight
    53 g
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 53 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    53 g vs 82 g
  • No angle snapping support
    Angle snapping
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This mouse does not support angle snapping, while the average mouse does. 54.4% of mice support angle snapping.
  • Poor default DPI tuning
    Default DPI
    800 DPI
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This mouse uses a default DPI of 800 DPI, while the average mouse uses a default DPI of 1000 DPI.
    800 DPI vs 1,000 DPI
  • 57.1% more expensive
    HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 is more expensive than the average mouse (£55 vs £35).
    £55 vs £35
  • 26% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    370 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
    This mouse has a battery capacity of 370 mAh, while the average mouse has a battery capacity of 500 mAh.
    370 mAh vs 500 mAh
  • Thin glide feet
    Feet thickness
    0.75 mm
    â–² Better than 45% of models
    This mouse uses 0.8 mm thick mouse feet, while the average mouse uses 0.8 mm thick mouse feet.
    0.75 mm vs 0.8 mm
  • 57.1% more expensive
    HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 is more expensive than the average mouse (£55 vs £35).
    £55 vs £35
  • No angle snapping support
    Angle snapping
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This mouse does not support angle snapping, while the average mouse does. 54.4% of mice support angle snapping.
  • Poor default DPI tuning
    Default DPI
    800 DPI
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This mouse uses a default DPI of 800 DPI, while the average mouse uses a default DPI of 1000 DPI.
    800 DPI vs 1,000 DPI
  • 26% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    370 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
    This mouse has a battery capacity of 370 mAh, while the average mouse has a battery capacity of 500 mAh.
    370 mAh vs 500 mAh
  • Thin glide feet
    Feet thickness
    0.75 mm
    â–² Better than 45% of models
    This mouse uses 0.8 mm thick mouse feet, while the average mouse uses 0.8 mm thick mouse feet.
    0.75 mm vs 0.8 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 1,626 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2?

  • Ultra-lightweight design (53g for wired, 61g for wireless) reduces fatigue and allows for faster flicks
  • Excellent value for money, often described as a top 'bang-for-your-buck' lightweight pick
  • High-performance 26K sensor provides accurate tracking with no jitter
  • Impressive 8,000Hz polling rate on the wired version for maximum responsiveness
  • Sturdy build quality despite the lack of a honeycomb shell
  • Highly flexible 'HyperFlex 2' cable that feels almost wireless on the wired model
  • Great battery life on the wireless version, lasting up to 100 hours

What customers dislike about HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2?

  • HyperX NGENUITY software is frequently cited as buggy, difficult to use, or causing detection issues
  • Low profile shape may be uncomfortable for users with large hands or those who prefer a palm grip
  • Limited RGB lighting, which is restricted only to the scroll wheel
  • Reports of mechanical issues such as scroll wheel failure or inconsistent DPI shifts over time
  • No onboard profile storage for multiple customized settings
  • Clicks can be noticeably louder than competitors, which some users find distracting

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