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BenQ Zowie S2 vs HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless: Comparison

What is the difference between BenQ Zowie S2 and HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless?

On weight the spread is 36%, BenQ Zowie S2 83 g against HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless 61 g, so HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless takes it. There is a split on sensor model as well, PixArt PMW3360 on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus PixArt, up to 26,000 DPI on the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless. There is a split on connectivity as well, Wired on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus Wireless on the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless. Shape is not the same on both, Symmetrical on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus Symmetrical, Honeycomb Shell on the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless. There is a split on switch type as well, Mechanical on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus Optical on the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless.

Which should you buy, BenQ Zowie S2 or HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless?

The BenQ Zowie S2 suits competitive FPS players who want a driverless, no-RGB mouse and low to medium grip height players (fingertip/claw), though it is not the pick for players who want RGB or onboard profiles and buyers who want a high DPI ceiling for desktop use. Take the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless for buyers who want HyperX's ultralight wireless mouse at a mid-range, accessible price. This mouse's honeycomb design and pricing target that value-conscious segment. It is not the one for buyers who want a solid, non-honeycomb shell. A vented or solid-shell alternative like the Pulsar Xlite V3 Wireless, covered elsewhere on this site, better suits that preference. Our rating of the BenQ Zowie S2 (8/10): A no-frills esports mouse built for consistency over features, and a legitimate favorite among competitive CS and Valorant players.

Where the two are identical

Everything else lines up. Polling rate and grip type read the same on both, so those are not worth weighing.

Specs and benchmarks

  • Brand

    BenQ Zowie S2
    BenQ Zowie
    HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless
    HyperX
  • Connectivity

    BenQ Zowie S2
    Wired
    HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless
    Wireless (2.4GHz + Bluetooth)
  • Grip Type

    BenQ Zowie S2
    Ambidextrous
    HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless
    Ambidextrous
  • Model

    BenQ Zowie S2
    S2
    HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless
    Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless
  • Shape

    BenQ Zowie S2
    Symmetrical
    HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless
    Symmetrical, Honeycomb Shell
  • Sensor Model

    BenQ Zowie S2
    PixArt PMW3360
    HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless
    PixArt, up to 26,000 DPI
  • Polling Rate

    BenQ Zowie S2
    1000 Hz
    HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless
    1000 Hz
  • Weight

    BenQ Zowie S2
    83 g-36%
    HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless
    61 gBest
  • Switch Type

    BenQ Zowie S2
    Mechanical
    HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless
    Optical

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose BenQ Zowie S2 if you want the higher polling rate (1000 Hz vs 1000 Hz).

    Choose HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless if you want the lower weight (61 g vs 83 g).

    Price comparison

    RetailerBenQ Zowie S2HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless
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    Verdict

    BenQ Zowie S2

    8 / 10 Expert Rating

    A no-frills esports mouse built for consistency over features, and a legitimate favorite among competitive CS and Valorant players.

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