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BenQ Zowie ZA13-C vs Pulsar X2: Comparison
BenQ Zowie ZA13-C vs Pulsar X2 weight compared
On weight the spread is 73%, BenQ Zowie ZA13-C 90 g against Pulsar X2 52 g, so Pulsar X2 takes it. They differ on sensor model too, PixArt PMW3360 on the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C versus PAW3395 Optical, up to 26,000 DPI on the Pulsar X2. They differ on connectivity too, Wired on the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C versus Wireless on the Pulsar X2.
Who each one is for
Buy the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C for palm grip players with medium to large hands and competitive FPS players who prefer a driverless mouse, though it is not the pick for fingertip or claw grip players wanting a smaller shell and buyers who want RGB or onboard memory. Take the Pulsar X2 for competitive players who want featherweight performance without Finalmouse-level pricing or scarcity. It also earns its place with anyone who prefers a symmetrical shape over the DeathAdder's ergonomic curve. It is not the one for buyers who want a full first-party software suite and RGB customization ecosystem. Our rating of the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C (8/10): A tall, grippy esports mouse for palm grip players who want the Zowie no-frills philosophy in a larger shell.
Where the two are identical
Where they agree, they agree completely, grip type and shape included, so the decision does not turn on any of those.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- BenQ Zowie
- Pulsar X2
- Pulsar
Connectivity
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- Wired
- Pulsar X2
- Wireless
Grip Type
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- Ambidextrous
- Pulsar X2
- Ambidextrous
Model
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- ZA13-C
- Pulsar X2
- X2
Shape
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- Symmetrical
- Pulsar X2
- Symmetrical
Sensor Model
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- PixArt PMW3360
- Pulsar X2
- PAW3395 Optical, up to 26,000 DPI
Weight
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- 90 g-73%
- Pulsar X2
- 52 gBest
Which one should you pick?
Choose BenQ Zowie ZA13-C if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose Pulsar X2 if you want the lower weight (52 g vs 90 g).
Verdict
BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A tall, grippy esports mouse for palm grip players who want the Zowie no-frills philosophy in a larger shell.