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Pulsar X2H Wired Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£55Connectivity:wiredMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:26000 DPIWeight:51 g

Pulsar X2H Wired 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 X2H Wired
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 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
â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components

80%

6.9

Technical score

20%

7.6

User score

â–²Better than 70% of mice
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 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 67% of models
Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–²Better than 67%
6.9

Technical score

Technical score
6.9/ 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 71% of models
Score components

36%

7.4

Performance & Sensor

22%

8.2

Controls

16%

9.4

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

1.1

Connectivity

5%

1.0

Battery & Charging

â–²Better than 71%
7.6

User score

User score
7.6/ 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–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

5.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 76%
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Technical Specifications of mouse Pulsar X2H Wired

Technical score
Technical score
6.9/ 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
â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components:

36%

7.4

Performance & Sensor

22%

8.2

Controls

16%

9.4

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

1.1

Connectivity

5%

1.0

Battery & Charging

6.9
User score
User score
7.6/ 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 76% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

5.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.6
Popularity
Popularity
5.1/ 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–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Popularity:
Pulsar X2H Wired has a popularity score of 5.1 points, which is lower than that of 62.5% of products in this category.
5.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 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 67% of models
Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.9
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
N/A
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
wired
This mouse supports wired connectivity, which is less versatile than 65.1% of mice and equal to 34.9% of mice.
connection modes: wired.
Bluetooth support
no
This mouse does not support Bluetooth. 35.6% of mice support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
no
This mouse does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless. 61.3% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
Receiver included
no
This mouse does not include a receiver. 62.3% of mice include a receiver.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery capacity
N/A
Battery form factor
N/A
Rechargeable battery
no
This mouse does not use a rechargeable battery. 46% 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
?
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
51 g
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 51 g, which makes it lighter than 91.1% of mice and equal to 0.7% 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 X2H Wired vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 60 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    This mouse offers switch durability of 90 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    90 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 37.8% lower mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 51 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    51 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
  • 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.
  • Detachable cable
    This mouse comes with a detachable cable, while the average mouse does not. 43% of mice come with a detachable cable.
  • 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
  • 60 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    This mouse offers switch durability of 90 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    90 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.
  • 37.8% lower mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 51 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    51 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.
  • No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    This mouse does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.3% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
  • No automatic sleep mode
    This mouse does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 60.5% of mice support auto-sleep.
  • No receiver included
    This mouse does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.3% of mice include a receiver.
  • 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.
  • No battery level indicator
    This mouse does not include a battery level indicator, while the average mouse does. 59.4% of mice include a battery level indicator.
  • Limited connectivity
    This mouse supports wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired.
    wired vs wireless
  • 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
  • 5.7% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 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
    Pulsar X2H Wired
    the average mouse
    Pulsar X2H Wired has a lower user score than the average mouse (7.57 vs 8).
    7.57 vs 8
  • 57.1% more expensive
    Pulsar X2H Wired is more expensive than the average mouse (£55 vs £35).
    £55 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
  • 1 fewer stored DPI steps
    This mouse stores 4 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    4 vs 5
  • No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    This mouse does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.3% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
  • No receiver included
    This mouse does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.3% of mice include a receiver.
  • Limited connectivity
    This mouse supports wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired.
    wired vs wireless
  • No automatic sleep mode
    This mouse does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 60.5% of mice support auto-sleep.
  • No battery level indicator
    This mouse does not include a battery level indicator, while the average mouse does. 59.4% of mice include a battery level indicator.
  • 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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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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techpowerup.com
05/03/2024
Summary of the review
Pulsar X2H Review - Sensor & Performance (Wired Testing)
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nookyyy.com
05/04/2026
Summary of the review
Pulsar X2H eS Medium Gaming-Maus Review
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Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about Pulsar X2H Wired

  • Extremely lightweight design at approximately 51g, making it easy to maneuver during intense gaming sessions.
  • High-performance PixArt PAW3395 sensor provides excellent tracking accuracy and a resolution up to 26,000 DPI.
  • The unique high-hump, narrow-waist shape is highly praised by claw grip users for providing superior palm support and stability.
  • Uses optical switches that offer quick response times and eliminate the risk of unintended double-clicking.
  • Equipped with a very flexible and light paracord cable that minimizes drag on the mousepad.
  • User-friendly Pulsar Fusion software allows for easy remapping of buttons and customization of sensor settings.

What customers don't like about Pulsar X2H Wired

  • Aggressive shape with a steep rear hump may feel awkward or uncomfortable for users who prefer fingertip or palm grips.
  • Persistent reports of quality control issues, such as 'sticky' or inconsistent main clicks and side-button mushiness.
  • The matte coating is noted to be a 'fingerprint magnet' and can feel somewhat slippery for some users.
  • Stock PTFE feet are often described as mediocre, leading some reviewers to recommend immediate aftermarket upgrades for better glide.
  • The scroll wheel, while tactile, has been criticized for having stiff steps and a relatively heavy click feel.

Verdict

The Pulsar X2H Wired is an ultra-lightweight symmetrical gaming mouse weighing just 51g, specifically designed for aggressive claw and palm-claw grip users with its signature high rear hump and narrow waist. It features the flagship PixArt PAW3395 sensor supporting up to 26,000 DPI, 650 IPS, and 50G acceleration, paired with a premium 32-bit Nordic MCU and a 1000Hz polling rate for pixel-perfect tracking. Main pros include its highly tactile Pulsar Blue encoder, double-click-free optical switches, and a flexible 'Superflex' paracord cable that minimizes drag. Potential cons include a shape that may feel too aggressive or awkward for fingertip or large-hand users, and some reports of inconsistent scroll wheel tactility or stiff clicks on certain units.

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