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Pulsar X2 Wireless Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£90Connectivity:wireless+wiredMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:26000 DPIWeight:56 g

Pulsar X2 Wireless Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

Pulsar X2 Wireless
7.6/10

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 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 81% of models
Score components

80%

7.5

Technical score

20%

8.2

User score

â–²Better than 81% of mice
8.3

Value for money

Value for money
8.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–²Better than 78%
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 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 80% of models
Score components

36%

6.9

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.7

Controls

16%

9.3

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

6.0

Battery & Charging

â–²Better than 80%
8.2

User score

User score
8.2/ 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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â–² Better than 59% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

7.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 59%
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Technical Specifications of mouse Pulsar X2 Wireless

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 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 80% of models
Score components:

36%

6.9

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.7

Controls

16%

9.3

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

6.0

Battery & Charging

7.5
User score
User score
8.2/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 59% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

7.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.2
Popularity
Popularity
7.5/ 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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â–² Better than 66% of models
Popularity:
Pulsar X2 Wireless has a popularity score of 7.5 points, which is higher than that of 65.7% of products in this category.
7.5
Value for money
Value for money
8.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components:

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

8.3
Brand name
Pulsar
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
70 hours
Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
This mouse has a battery life of 70 hours, which is less than 62.4% of mice and equal to 14.1% of mice.
Battery capacity
300 mAh
Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
This mouse has a battery capacity of 300 mAh, which is smaller than 70.3% of mice and equal to 19.9% 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
Market range: <4 – >9
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
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
5
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 5 programmable buttons, which is less than 64.5% of mice and equal to 13.4% 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
ambidextrous
Weight
56 g
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 56 g, which makes it lighter than 83.3% of mice and equal to 1.2% 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
paracord
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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
Pulsar Fusion
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.

Pulsar X2 Wireless vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 50 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    This mouse offers switch durability of 80 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    80 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 31.7% lower mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 56 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    56 g vs 82 g
  • 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
  • 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
  • Adjustable debounce time
    This mouse supports adjustable debounce time, while the average mouse does not. 28.2% of mice support adjustable debounce time.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Rechargeable battery
    This mouse uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
  • 50 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    This mouse offers switch durability of 80 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    80 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.
  • 31.7% lower mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 56 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    56 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.
  • 1 fewer programmable buttons
    This mouse has 5 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    5 vs 6
  • Thin glide feet
    This mouse uses 0.6 mm thick mouse feet, while the average mouse uses 0.8 mm thick mouse feet.
    0.6 mm vs 0.8 mm
  • No RGB lighting
    This mouse does not have RGB lighting, while the average mouse does. 56.3% of mice have RGB lighting.
  • 15 hours shorter battery life
    This mouse has a battery life of 70 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.
    70 hours vs 85 hours
  • 2.57x more expensive
    Pulsar X2 Wireless is more expensive than the average mouse (£90 vs £35).
    £90 vs £35
  • 40% smaller battery capacity
    This mouse has a battery capacity of 300 mAh, while the average mouse has a battery capacity of 500 mAh.
    300 mAh vs 500 mAh
  • 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
  • 2.57x more expensive
    Pulsar X2 Wireless is more expensive than the average mouse (£90 vs £35).
    £90 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
  • 15 hours shorter battery life
    This mouse has a battery life of 70 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.
    70 hours vs 85 hours
  • 40% smaller battery capacity
    This mouse has a battery capacity of 300 mAh, while the average mouse has a battery capacity of 500 mAh.
    300 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 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 0.6 mm thick mouse feet, while the average mouse uses 0.8 mm thick mouse feet.
    0.6 mm vs 0.8 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 Pulsar X2 Wireless

  • Extremely lightweight design (approx. 56g) for effortless movement
  • Top-tier PixArt PAW3395 sensor provides exceptional accuracy and consistency
  • Comfortable symmetrical shape highly suited for claw and fingertip grips
  • Excellent click latency and responsive performance for competitive gaming
  • User-friendly customization software with onboard memory for saving settings
  • High-quality, flexible charging cable that is usable while playing

What customers don't like about Pulsar X2 Wireless

  • Frequent reports of quality control issues (e.g., double-clicking, scroll wheel defects)
  • Battery life often performs below the advertised 70 hours for many users
  • Stock mouse feet (skates) are considered mediocre and often require aftermarket upgrades
  • Not ideal for palm grip users or those with very large hands
  • Scroll wheel lacks advanced features like side-tilt or free-scrolling mode
  • Mouse clicks can be quite loud and noisy for some environments

Verdict

The Pulsar X2 Wireless is a high-performance, ultra-lightweight gaming mouse weighing approximately 56g, featuring a symmetrical shape optimized for claw and fingertip grips. It is equipped with the flagship PixArt PAW3395 optical sensor, providing up to 26,000 DPI, 650 IPS tracking speed, and 50G acceleration for extreme precision. Key characteristics include lag-free 2.4GHz wireless connectivity, a 1000Hz polling rate, durable Kailh GM 8.0 mechanical switches rated for 80 million clicks, and a TTC Gold scroll wheel encoder. Main pros include its exceptional build quality without perforations, industry-leading sensor accuracy, and low click latency. However, notable cons include an advertised 70-hour battery life that many users report is inconsistent in real-world use, the lack of an internal USB dongle storage compartment, and reported quality control issues with the scroll wheel in early batches.

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