Wireless mice are a dime and a dozen. Each company tries to outdo each other with specific feature sets to stand out in an increasingly crowded market. Especially when it comes to gaming mice who are seemingly trying to cater to professional esports professionals and aspirants. It’s hard to find a single mouse that can cater to so many uses. Surprisingly, the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Pro iterates in all the right places to deliver a solid product.
HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Pro Key Features
Polling Rate: Supports true 4k polling rate, reports position four times per millisecond.
Switches: HyperX Optical switches for faster and smoother actuation.
Battery Life: Up to 90 hours on a single charge.
Connectivity: Bluetooth, 2.4GHz, USB-C, and Instant Pair with OMEN gaming laptops.
Comfort: Smooth-gliding skates and adhesive grip tape panels.
Validation: NVIDIA Reflex validated for checking system latency.
Price: US$119.99.
Availability: January 2025.
Light Weight and Comfortable
The 61g (2.15oz) weight of the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Pro adds immense comfort. It’s easy to drag and slide the mouse around won’t wreck your wrists and helps position yourself during intense games. I used to be a fan of the heavier mice many years ago– looking at your Logitech 502 Hero– but now the lighter the mouse the better. No doubt, the Haste 2 Pro is one hell of a light mouse.
The shape fits my chunky-fingered hands beautifully and comfortably. The mouse isn’t too long –like the Steel Series Aerox 5– and is naturally nestled within my grip. Best of all, after testing out different grips, the Haste 2 Pro was comfortable no matter how you like to handle your mouse.
The HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Pro response time was instantaneous and smooth. There was no strange lag or issues faced when testing the product. Keeping the DPI level between 1000 to 1200, the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Pro performed admirably. It didn’t take me long to get used to the mouse. Best of all, setting the small button behind the mouse scroll wheel allowed me to easily change up DPI in a flash. The sensor can go up to 26,000 DPI. But in my experience, that is overkill. However, one of the best changes from previous HyperX mice is a game changer that adds longevity.
HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Pro Optical Switches Goodness
By far the standout feature of the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Pro is the HyperX optical button switches. Optical switches are great for two reasons, first, they provide a nice tactile feel when clicking on the button, which is almost similar to mechanical switches. Second, optical switches do not fall prey to the dreaded double-click/debounce issues that many mechanical switch mice face. One could infer that the optical switches will generally prolong the lifespan of a mouse.
Now, when it comes to the optical switches in the Haste 2 Pro, they are phenomenal. Despite the optical switches, every click feels tactile and produces satisfying audio feedback. It is almost the same as a mouse with mechanical switches. Moreover, the optical switches will ensure that the mouse lasts for a very long time without any double-click issues.
4K Polling For Real?
The polling rate is the rate of how often a mouse reports its position to the PC. The rate is measured in Hertz (Hz) and indicates how many times per second the mouse sends this data. So, by the nature of it, a 4K or 4000 Hz rate means that the mouse is reporting 4000 times per second. Now, I tested out the mouse using open-source websites. The report came back that the mouse would max out at a polling rate of 2500 per second and averaged around 1,800 Hz. Of course, that involved me flicking around the mouse around like a maniac.
The 2,500 poll rate is well below the advertised 4k polling rate. In all honesty, most gaming mice that allege to have 2K+ polling rates are bogus, and nor do they represent real-life applications. Anything around1,000 Hz and above is more than enough for most users. I was happy with the performance and accuracy of the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Pro. In fact, there were other areas where the Hate 2 Pro excelled as well.
HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Pro Build Quality
The HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Pro build quality is quite sturdy. No awkward button rattle or cheap feel materials. Instead, the Haste 2 Pro has a slightly textured plastic casing that is easy to grip and maintain. However, if you’re prone to sweaty hands/palms during an intense game session, the mouse does come with rubber grips that you can install over the casing. It’s a nice and smart addition that adds the mouse’s versatile offering. While the scroll wheel is covered in a rubberized indented grip that produces a satisfying click between each roll.
Thankfully, gone are the punched-in hexagonal design fad, and replaced with a smooth and slightly textured smart ashy grey color. This might irk some people who are purists when it comes to matching accessories. Luckily, I’m not a stickler for uniform color setups, and I find the grey stands out and looks pristine.
Ngenuity, A Tale of Two Softwares
It was easy to assign keyboard functions and macros via the HyperX Ngenuity software. I usually default to having ‘G’ and ‘V’ on the side buttons to throw grenades and melee respectively. This helps me avoid moving my fingers too much and keeps them on the WASD placement on the keyboard. Users can also set different profiles. For the most part, the software was easy to use to fine-tune your Haste Pro. However, there was one nuisance when it came to the Ngenuity software.
Windows 11 and RGB Controls Do Not Get Along
Now, when it comes to RGB the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Pro doesn’t overdo it. The mouse sports an RGB light on its mouse scroll wheel. Users can use the HyperX Ngenuity software to customize the mouse’s RGB. Initially, I couldn’t change the RGB lighting on the mouse and it was quite annoying I had to admit.
It would just default to a pink tone. I tried to change the connection to Bluetooth mode and connected the Haste 2 Pro via the USB Type C cable, but nothing worked. Although my 6-year-old daughter is a fan of the mouse’s RGB color, I would have appreciated some more variety. It wasn’t until I checked the support page from Ngenuity and it directed me to disable the Windows Dynamic Lighting option in Windows 11, which rectified the issue.
Skate To a Friction-Less World
The HyperX skates are compatible with most of HyperX’s 2025 gaming mice product lines. Installation, while simple, took some time. This involved carefully removing the skates, cleaning the area that houses the skates, and installing the new tempered HyperX glass skates. Though once installed, the mouse glided like a ballerina across my used and abused mouse pad. Just be careful not to drop it as the tempered glass may shatter.
Versatile Connectivity and Battery Life
One aspect of the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Pro absolutely nails is the multiple connectivity options available. The mouse can work via 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, and wired connections. The Bluetooth option is great if you’re using a laptop and will save you some tangled wires. The 2.4 GHz works with a slick and small receiver that plugs into the nicely braided and flexible USB Type C cable.Of course, the wired option of course charges the mouse while still in use, but maxes out at the 1K polling rate. The mouse is also compatible with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles, which adds to the mouse’s versatility.
Battery life is quite extensive with the mouse. With a 1K polling rate, you can find around 90 hours on a single charge, and you can charge up to 80% within 30 minutes. However, if you turn up the polling rate to 4K, expect battery life to cap at 30 hours. Honestly, I defaulted to the 1K polling and everything felt great with the Haste 2 Pro. The 4K polling rate wasn’t worth the hit to battery life.
HyperPricing and Feature Sets
Though the pricing might seem high compared to other wireless mice on the market, in reality, it’s competitively priced. Compared to other wireless mice that have similarly high DPI sensors, with 2.4 GHz connections optimal switches, 4,000 polling rate, you’re looking for anywhere between a $100-$150 price range. So at an MSRP of $119.99, it is competitively priced.
Final Thoughts on the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Pro
Sometimes, the culmination of iterative upgrades makes a tremendous impact. The HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Pro is probably one of the most feature-rich and versatile wireless mice available. Its lightweight, sleek design, optical switches, a plethora of connectivity options, and accessories make it an early standout in 2025. This is just the start of HyperX’s most diverse gaming mice lineup in 2025.
Final Score: 8.0 / 10
Note – The mouse and skates were provided by HP for the purpose of this review.
Pros
- Lightweight and Sleek Design
- Tasteful RGB Lighting
- Comfortable Shape Accommodating Different Grip Styles
- Rubber Grip Accessories Are a Nice Addition
- Tons of Connectivity Options
- Smooth and Accurate Sensor and Performance
- Solid Battery Life (Though While on 1K Polling)
- Optical Switches Feel Tactile and Guarantee Longevity
- Console Compatibility
Cons
- Issues with Windows 11 and RGB Settings in HyperX Ngenuity Software
- 4K Polling Isn’t As Advertised
- A More Concise Naming Convention Would be Nice
- Battery Life Plummets with 4K Polling Option
