HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless  Mouse Review

Reviewed May 25, 2023 at 11:14am
Writing modified Nov 28, 2025 at 10:36am
Tested using Methodology v1.5.1 
HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless

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The HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless is a lightweight wireless gaming mouse that continues HyperX's Pulsefire Haste lineup. Compared to the previous HyperX Pulsefire Haste Wireless, this mouse has an identical shape and weight but no longer has honeycomb cutouts on its body. It also introduces improvements under the hood, including a new sensor and more durable left- and right-click switches.

Our Verdict

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Work 

Although not designed specifically for this use, the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless is decent for office work. It has excellent build quality and a comfortable symmetrical shape suitable for most hand sizes. You can connect this mouse with a USB receiver or via Bluetooth, and although it doesn't have many buttons, you can program all of them using the customization software. Unfortunately, the scroll wheel lacks L/R tilt buttons and a free-scrolling mode.

Pros
  • Excellent build quality.
  • Comfortable symmetrical shape.
Cons
  • Scroll wheel lacks tilt inputs and a free-scrolling mode.
  • Few programmable buttons.
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Video Games (FPS) 

The HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless is excellent for FPS gaming. It's very lightweight, has excellent build quality, and has a comfortable symmetrical shape suitable for all grip types and most hand sizes. It also delivers outstanding sensor performance and good click latency. However, the click latency isn't as low as many similar wireless gaming mice around this price point. While it's still very well-suited for casual FPS gaming, it isn't well-suited for playing at the highest competitive levels.

Pros
  • Good click latency.
  • Extremely lightweight.
  • Excellent build quality.
  • Comfortable symmetrical shape.
Cons
  • Click latency isn't as low as many competing wireless gaming mice around the same price point.
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Video Games (MMO) 

The HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless is decent for MMO gaming but has fewer side buttons than a dedicated MMO gaming mouse. It has excellent build quality, and you can reprogram all buttons using the customization software. It also has good click latency and outstanding overall sensor performance, delivering a responsive-feeling experience in-game.

Pros
  • Good click latency.
  • Excellent build quality.
  • Comfortable symmetrical shape.
Cons
  • Not nearly as many side buttons as a dedicated MMO gaming mouse.
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Raw Performance 

The HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless has excellent performance overall. Its sensor provides remarkably consistent movement latency and accuracy that closely translates your physical mouse movements with those you see on-screen. It also has good click latency. However, the click latency isn't as low as many other wireless options around this price point and is too high for competitive gaming.

Pros
  • Good click latency.
  • Outstanding sensor performance.
Cons
  • Click latency isn't as low as many competing wireless gaming mice around the same price point.
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  • Changelog

    1.  Updated Nov 28, 2025: 

      We've added a link to the HyperX Pulsefire Saga Pro in the Shape section.

    2.  Updated Aug 19, 2025: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.5.1. This update removes less relevant or redundant elements, including several videos. We've also adjusted our Sensor Latency testing, resulting in minor score changes. See our full 1.5.1 changelog for details.
    3.  Updated Jan 05, 2024: We've updated the CPI graph displayed in the Sensor Latency section of this review. Our results remain the same, but these graphs have two new columns with results from the Delay At Half Movement and Delay To End Of Movement tests.
    4.  Updated Nov 10, 2023: We've retested this mouse on firmware 1.1.0.9 and found that the sensor latency was worse, but click latency was slightly better.

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    Differences Between Sizes And Variants

    The HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless is available in a black or white colorway. We purchased the black color option, and you can see the label for our unit here.

    There's also a wired version of this mouse available, the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2.

    Popular Mouse Comparisons

    The HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless is a lightweight wired gaming mouse that continues the HyperX Pulsefire Haste lineup. This new version weighs the same as the last generation HyperX Pulsefire Haste Wireless but no longer has any visible honeycomb cutouts in its body. It also has a more accurate and consistent sensor and more durable left- and right-click buttons. This mouse is a more affordable alternative that's just as lightweight as some of the most popular wireless gaming flagships, including the Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT or the Razer Viper V2 Pro. Although, it doesn't quite deliver the same high-end click latency performance as these more premium options, so it isn't as well-suited to fast-paced competitive gaming.

    For more recommendations, see our picks for the best mouse, the best gaming mouse, and the best wireless gaming mouse.

    HyperX Pulsefire Saga Pro

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    The HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless is a lightweight wireless gaming mouse with a symmetrical shape, while the HyperX Pulsefire Saga Pro is a heavier, right-handed, ergonomic model with a modular main button, palm rest, and side buttons that you can exchange to tweak how the mouse feels in your hand. The Saga Pro also has significantly better click latency and sensor latency performance, making it comparatively more suitable for playing fast-paced, competitive games. Lastly, the Saga Pro uses optical switches, which are typically longer-lived than the mechanical switches found in the Haste 2 Wireless.

    Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT

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    The Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT and the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless are wireless gaming mice with symmetrical shapes, and they weigh virtually the same. The Logitech has better build quality and higher-quality feet. It also has significantly better click latency and marginally better sensor latency, making it better for competitive gaming overall. On the other hand, the HyperX has a longer advertised battery life.

    HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2

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    The HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless and the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2  are lightweight gaming mice in the same lineup. The Haste 2 Wireless is a wireless model you can connect with a USB receiver or via Bluetooth. On the other hand, the Haste 2 is a wired-only model that's a bit lighter. It also has significantly lower click latency and sensor latency and supports a higher maximum polling rate of 8000Hz, making it better suited for competitive gaming.

    HyperX Pulsefire Haste Wireless

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    The HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless and the HyperX Pulsefire Haste Wireless are lightweight gaming mice in the same lineup. The Haste 2 Wireless is newer, and while it weighs virtually the same as its older counterpart, it has a solid plastic shell without visible honeycomb cutouts on its body. It also has better sensor performance and more durable left- and right-click switches. On the other hand, the original Pulsefire Haste Wireless is older and has honeycomb cutouts in its body.

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    Wireless Versatility
    Maximum Of Paired Devices
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    Use When Charging
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    Cable
    ConnectivityLockedWireless
    Cable Length
    LockedLock ft (Lock m)
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    Permanent Kink
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    Port Type: Mouse End
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    Port Type: PC End
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    Mouse Feet
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    Control
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    CPI
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    Sensor Specifications
    Sensor Technology
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    Works On Glass
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    Minimum Lift Off Distance
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    Maximum Polling Rate
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    Mouse Wheel
    Scroll Wheel Type
    LockedLocked
    Scroll Wheel Tilt
    LockedLocked
    Thumb Wheel Type
    LockedLocked

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    Noise
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    Profile Auto-Switching
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    RGB On/Off
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