HyperX Pulsefire Surge

The HyperX Pulsefire Surge is decent for FPS games. It has a wide CPI range, a CPI you can adjust precisely in increments of 50, and a very low minimum lift-off distance. While the mouse feels very well-built, its braided cable isn't very flexible, and the mouse feet don't glide as well when used directly on desks. Unfortunately, the click latency is fairly high for a gaming mouse. Also, its sensor is a bit inconsistent and tends to undershoot more during fast cursor movements than during slow ones. Also, the mouse is heavy, so it isn't an ideal choice if you prefer lighter mice.

-- As reviewed by Rtings
HyperX Pulsefire Surge 1

Product details

  • Light Ring provides dynamic 360 degree RGB effects
  • Pixart 3389 sensor with native DPI up to 16,000
  • Reliable Omron switches rated for 50 million clicks
  • Easy customization with HyperX NGenuity software
  • Onboard memory to store customizations
  • Large skates for easy gliding

PROS

+ Adjustable CPI in increments of 50.
+ Feels very well-built.
+ Very low lift-off distance.

CONS

- Heavy.
- Cable isn't very flexible.
- Fairly high click latency.

Expert reviews and ratings

By Rtings on June 22, 2021
The HyperX Pulsefire Surge is decent for FPS games. It has a wide CPI range, a CPI you can adjust precisely in increments of 50, and a very low minimum lift-off distance. While the mouse feels very well-built, its braided cable isn't very flexible, and the mouse feet don't glide as well when used directly on desks. Unfortunately, the click latency is fairly high for a gaming mouse. Also, its sensor is a bit inconsistent and tends to undershoot more during fast cursor movements than during slow ones. Also, the mouse is heavy, so it isn't an ideal choice if you prefer lighter mice.
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By PCMag on June 26, 2018
The HyperX Pulsefire Surge is an adequate ambidextrous gaming mouse whose snazzy, encircling RGB lighting sets it apart, but its software needs some fixes.
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