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BenQ Zowie S2 vs Pulsar X2H: Comparison
BenQ Zowie S2 vs Pulsar X2H: the weight difference
The gap that matters here is weight: BenQ Zowie S2 83 g against Pulsar X2H 57 g, which puts Pulsar X2H 46% ahead. Add buttons to that, 5 on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus 6 on the Pulsar X2H, and the pattern holds. There is a split on polling rate as well, 1000 Hz on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus 1000Hz on the Pulsar X2H. Shape is not the same on both, Symmetrical on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus Symmetrical, full-size on the Pulsar X2H. They differ on switch type too, Mechanical on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus Optical on the Pulsar X2H.
Which should you buy, BenQ Zowie S2 or Pulsar X2H?
Buy the BenQ Zowie S2 for competitive FPS players who want a driverless, no-RGB mouse and low to medium grip height players (fingertip/claw), though it is not built for players who want RGB or onboard profiles and buyers who want a high DPI ceiling for desktop use. The Pulsar X2H is the one to take for palm grip players with medium-to-large hands and buyers wanting Pulsar's PAW3395 sensor in a longer shell, though it is not the pick for small-handed fingertip grip users better served by X2H Mini and anyone wanting RGB lighting. 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. Our rating of the Pulsar X2H (8/10): A well-priced full-size lightweight wireless mouse for players the Mini shells don't fit.
Frequently asked questions
Do the BenQ Zowie S2 and Pulsar X2H differ on sensor model?
Yes. Sensor Model reads PixArt PMW3360 on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus PAW3395, up to 26,000 DPI on the Pulsar X2H.
Is the Grip Type the same on the BenQ Zowie S2 and Pulsar X2H?
It is. Both are listed at Ambidextrous, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- BenQ Zowie S2
- BenQ Zowie
- Pulsar X2H
- Pulsar
Connectivity
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Wired
- Pulsar X2H
- Wireless (2.4GHz)
Grip Type
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Ambidextrous
- Pulsar X2H
- Ambidextrous
Model
- BenQ Zowie S2
- S2
- Pulsar X2H
- X2H
Shape
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Symmetrical
- Pulsar X2H
- Symmetrical, full-size
Sensor Model
- BenQ Zowie S2
- PixArt PMW3360
- Pulsar X2H
- PAW3395, up to 26,000 DPI
Sensor Tier
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Mid-Range
- Pulsar X2H
- High
Buttons
- BenQ Zowie S2
- 5-17%
- Pulsar X2H
- 6Best
Polling Rate
- BenQ Zowie S2
- 1000 Hz
- Pulsar X2H
- 1000Hz (4000Hz dongle available)
Weight
- BenQ Zowie S2
- 83 g-46%
- Pulsar X2H
- 57 gBest
Switch Type
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Mechanical
- Pulsar X2H
- Optical
Which one should you pick?
Choose BenQ Zowie S2 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose Pulsar X2H if you want the higher buttons (6 vs 5) and the lower weight (57 g vs 83 g).
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.
Pulsar X2H
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A well-priced full-size lightweight wireless mouse for players the Mini shells don't fit.