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Pulsar Xlite V2 Mini Wireless Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£80Connectivity:wireless+wiredMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:20000 DPIWeight:55 g

Pulsar Xlite V2 Mini 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 Xlite V2 Mini 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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Score components

80%

7.7

Technical score

20%

7.5

User score

▲Better 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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Score components

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

▲Better than 78%
7.7

Technical score

Technical score
7.7/ 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%

6.3

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.7

Controls

16%

9.4

Design

14%

8.8

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

6.0

Battery & Charging

▲Better than 82%
7.5

User score

User score
7.5/ 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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Score components

70%

10

User ratings

30%

1.6

Number of reviews

▼Worse than 79%
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Technical Specifications of mouse Pulsar Xlite V2 Mini Wireless

Technical score
Technical score
7.7/ 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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Score components:

36%

6.3

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.7

Controls

16%

9.4

Design

14%

8.8

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

6.0

Battery & Charging

7.7
User score
User score
7.5/ 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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Score components

70%

10

User ratings

30%

1.6

Number of reviews

7.5
Popularity
Popularity
1.6/ 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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Popularity:
Pulsar Xlite V2 Mini Wireless has a popularity score of 1.6 points, which is lower than that of 81.7% of products in this category.
1.6
Value for money
Value for money
8.3/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components:

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

8.3
Brand name
Pulsar
Maximum polling rate
1,000 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
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
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
?
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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
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
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
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
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
55 g
This mouse weighs 55 g, which makes it lighter than 84.6% of mice and equal to 1.8% 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
1.85 m
This mouse comes with a 1.85 m cable, which is longer than 83.9% of mice and equal to 0.4% of mice.
Cable type
paracord
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Onboard memory profiles
4
This mouse stores 4 onboard profiles, which is more than 78.1% of mice and equal to 3.2% 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 Xlite V2 Mini 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
  • 32.9% lower mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 55 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    55 g vs 82 g
  • 3 more onboard profiles
    This mouse stores 4 onboard profiles, while the average mouse stores 1 onboard profiles.
    4 vs 1
  • 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.
  • 2x higher maximum DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 20,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    20,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 2x higher maximum DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 20,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    20,000 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
  • 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.
  • 32.9% lower mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 55 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    55 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.
  • 3 more onboard profiles
    This mouse stores 4 onboard profiles, while the average mouse stores 1 onboard profiles.
    4 vs 1
  • 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
  • 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
  • 3.89x less popular
    Pulsar Xlite V2 Mini Wireless is less popular than the average mouse (1.64 vs 6.4).
    1.64 vs 6.38
  • 2.29x more expensive
    Pulsar Xlite V2 Mini Wireless is more expensive than the average mouse (£80 vs £35).
    £80 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
  • 6.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 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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    Pulsar Xlite V2 Mini Wireless
    the average mouse
    Pulsar Xlite V2 Mini Wireless has a lower user score than the average mouse (7.49 vs 8).
    7.49 vs 8
  • 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
  • 3.89x less popular
    Pulsar Xlite V2 Mini Wireless is less popular than the average mouse (1.64 vs 6.4).
    1.64 vs 6.38
  • 2.29x more expensive
    Pulsar Xlite V2 Mini Wireless is more expensive than the average mouse (£80 vs £35).
    £80 vs £35
  • 6.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 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
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Pulsar Xlite V2 Mini Wireless
    the average mouse
    Pulsar Xlite V2 Mini Wireless has a lower user score than the average mouse (7.49 vs 8).
    7.49 vs 8
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
hausgaming
≈ estimated
09/06/2022
Hands-on review · about two weeks of use
Verdict
Pulsar Xlite V2 Mini Wireless is a nice small wireless option with a very good shape, though its heavy clicks keep the original as the preferred pick.
9.5
Fresh Reviews
≈ estimated
08/05/2022
Hands-on review · build, clicks and ranked play performance
Verdict
Pulsar Xlite V2 Mini Wireless performs well across the board and could be a main mouse for smaller hands.
9.0
jerrorr
≈ estimated
18/09/2022
Long-term test · five months of daily use
Verdict
Pulsar Xlite V2 Mini Wireless holds up well after five months, with minor flaws mainly in the clicks.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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prosettings.net
24/06/2022
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techpowerup.com
22/07/2022
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latestintech.com
01/06/2022
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zdnet.com
23/06/2022
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cowcotland.com
07/07/2022
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techintest.it
20/01/2023
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Pulsar Xlite V2 Mini Wireless

  • Extremely lightweight (55g) with excellent weight distribution and balance
  • Solid build quality with no sidewall flex, creaking, or rattling despite the open-bottom design
  • Comfortable, 'safe' ergonomic shape that suits various grip styles, particularly for users with smaller hands
  • High-performance PixArt PAW3370 sensor with adjustable lift-off distance (LOD) and reliable wireless connectivity
  • High-quality main clicks using Kailh GM 8.0 switches that feel light, snappy, and spammable
  • Good value for money compared to competitors in the lightweight wireless ergonomic market

What customers don't like about Pulsar Xlite V2 Mini Wireless

  • Battery life is relatively short (rated up to 70 hours) and some users report inconsistent indicator readings or rapid drain
  • Side buttons use dot switches that some find to have a heavier, 'cheap' feeling and high placement
  • Stock coating can feel slippery for some users, often necessitating aftermarket grip tape
  • No dedicated on-mouse DPI button; adjustments require software or multi-button combinations
  • Lack of a storage compartment for the USB receiver, making it less convenient for travel
  • Open underside design can be prone to dust and debris buildup near the internal components

Verdict

The Pulsar Xlite V2 Mini Wireless is an ultra-lightweight, ergonomic right-handed gaming mouse weighing approximately 55g and measuring 117mm x 64mm x 40mm. It features the flagship PixArt PAW3370 optical sensor capable of 20,000 DPI, 400 IPS tracking, and 50G acceleration, alongside durable Kailh GM 8.0 switches rated for 80 million clicks. Main pros include its exceptionally balanced 55g weight, lag-free 2.4GHz wireless connectivity with up to 70 hours of battery life, and high-quality 100% pure PTFE feet for a smooth glide. Notable cons include a somewhat slick coating that may require grip tape, the lack of a dedicated physical DPI button on the device, and side buttons that some users find slightly mushy compared to the crisp main clicks.

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