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HyperX Pulsefire Haste vs Logitech MX518

HyperX Pulsefire Haste

HyperX Pulsefire Haste

83 reviews

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Logitech MX518

79 reviews

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#40 most mentioned

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Best Lightweight Mouse

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The Best Mouse Pad for Large Desks

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Great build quality

Excellent sensor and smooth tracking

Lightweight and comfortable to use

High DPI setting for gaming

Easy to charge on Qi charging pad

Great comfort and grip for those with larger hands

Precise tracking and aiming for competitive FPS gaming

Easy to remap buttons with the new G app

Dead simple design with no frills

Lightweight and easy to maneuver

Not compatible with older operating systems for software installation

Some users may find the hump of the mouse too large

Some users have had issues with the scrolling wheel calibration

Not as durable as older models

Some users have reported issues with button responsiveness

Scroll wheel may feel flimsy to some users

Verdict

Overall, the HyperX Pulsefire Haste is a well-built and comfortable mouse with a great sensor and smooth tracking. Some users may find the hump of the mouse too large, but it is a great option for those with larger hands. The RGB customization software can be easily downloaded from HyperX's website. The mouse is also very light and has a high DPI setting, making it great for gaming. Some users have had issues with the scrolling wheel and software installation on older operating systems. However, the majority of reviews are positive and recommend the Pulsefire Haste as a great option for its price range.

Verdict

The Logitech MX518 has a loyal following among gamers, with many praising its comfortable shape and precise tracking. However, some users have noted issues with the build quality and button responsiveness of the newer models. Overall, the MX518 remains a popular choice for those seeking a reliable and comfortable gaming mouse.

Reviews by Topic

Our analysis shows how reviewers feel about different topics. Please note these are not full reviews.

Size

Good budget (~$50) mouse

I would look at the g305 for wireless, Viper mini for a smaller mouse, and the pulsefire haste for a medium sized mouse. Good luck

Positive

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So I received Razer's firmware update for their mini versions..

When zowie started making smaller mouses i shifted to that, but now that razer came out with the viper and viper mini I'm lovin it. I also purchased the deathadder v2 due to the newer sensor, love it, but now im more shifting to smaller size mouses.

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Design

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HyperX Pulsefire Haste WIRELESS Review!

I think it compares well to the viper ultimate and the spinal mouse starlight medium size, and what you can see is that this is a flat mouse. It's not...

Positive

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EVERYONE'S Favorite Gaming Mouse is BACK! - Logitech MX 518 Review

The two mice have the exact same right-handed oval shape with depressions on each side, for the thumb and fingers to rest in resulting in a for me any...

Positive

Grip

FPS Mouse like I've never experienced.

I am going to preface this with the fact that I am a palm grip mostly. I've seen criticism over the large "hump" of this mouse and that may factor in if you have smaller hands. I do not. It is a slight adjustment to how you maybe hold or grip the mouse from other mouses but within 10 minutes I was popping heads like I never have

I bought the MZ1 to understand Zy

It's amazing how that small minor adjustment/asymmetrical curve on the right side of the mouse made a HUGE difference vs mice like the UL/Viper mini when it comes to comfort and grip. The bottomline is, if you do grip the mouse like me, you probably will have a smooth transition to this mouse.

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Shape

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THE MOUSE TO BEAT! HyperX Pulsefire Haste 59g Mouse Review

Here it states 59 on the box, and i've been getting pretty much exactly that 58 to 60, again with cable attached now talking about dimensions. As you ...

Neutral

Amazing piece of equipment. The legends are true.

The ergonomics are more suitable for medium to large hands, its definitely a THICC mouse and 100 grams isn't exactly the ideal for FPS but I don't mind it at all since the shape makes up for that. I had no issues adjusting from the 89g G pro going to this. Honestly this is probably going to be my main mouse from now on till I find a better shape but that probably wont happen. PROS - Amazing shape for medium to large hands (palm grip) - Solid construction in good 'ol Logitech fashion - Gorgeous aesthetics and finish (I don't care for Lamborghini flares or RGB) - Best sensor on the market - No braided cable (I cant stand brained cable

Comfort

Great wireless mouse that pairs with my other hyper-x products - Qi wireless charging a big win!

This is a great mouse and super-comfy to use. I use it for a combination of recreational gaming and for business use for my small business. I love the fact that I can charge it on my dual Qi charging pad that I keep on my desk, I put it next to my phone when I get done for the night and it tops up for the next day. I have the hyper-x Alloy origins keyboard as well, and I like that I can use one app to set up both of these peripherals

My collection in the quest of the supreme shape... AMA! (swipe for names)

The hump isnt the best but could do. It's overall a better WMO. -Logitech Mx500(mx518): the hump is sweet, the rest is bad, this is how an ergonomic hump can feel better than a symmetrical one, gpw hump feels great but the mx500 feels a bit more natural. Its not perfect though

Positive

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Weight

40 bucks, AWESOME mouse. (less awesome software.)

For context, I'm coming from a Redragon Cobra M711 and I didn't want to spend the extra $10 on a Glorious Model O. And to be honest, I'm absolutely glad I went for this mouse. Pros: - This mouse is SUPER light. it's as light as a Finalmouse while being significantly cheaper

Less Than It Was

) The new mouse is lighter(not in a good way), has a shorter, noticeably thinner wire, lacks infinite scroll and the material is vastly inferior. Leaving off the 3D 'dimples' must've saved a penny because now the mouse looks, ordinarily plain, like most mice. The sides of the Original had a soft ,almost brushed cloth feel that was/is pleasant to lay hands on but this new iteration has a matte black plastic piece that was roughed up a little

Dpi Settings

Solid mouse in general (not just for the price)

The mouse has been good for my claw grip for the few weeks I’ve had it. The onboard dpi button makes it easy since you just have to remember the 4 stages which you can change in the software and their corresponding color which changes on the scroll wheel. It’s slightly lighter than the g pro super light but has a back that’s shorter so it feels considerably smaller. Uses USB-C and the battery life has been great

Is it the same as the original? Not quite.

What's great about this mouse is that you don't need the software if you just want to use it with the default DPI and button settings. The default settings are fine for me so that's what I did. Other than the bloatware I highly recommend this mouse for gaming and you can turn the DPI down low enough for more precision work too. It's not quite the same as the original MX-518 but it is a suitable upgrade worthy of the name

Scroll Wheel

Okay; HyperX is a flexible company

This mouse is nice for handling; it’s comfy, sleek, and sturdy. However, the scrolling wheel was wonked out when I started using it. Totally out of calibration. I contacted the company though, HyperX, and they were able to replace the model

Pretty nice shape ergonomically, but too light

This mouse is a bit too light for my preferences. I also dislike the build quality of the scroll wheel; it feels flimsy and is too easy to over scroll. I know that may sound ridiculous, but I like my scroll wheels to be a bit a weightier and require more force to move between each discrete position. This just ends up feeling imprecise to me—not that the scroll wheel is actually giving imprecise readings

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