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BenQ Zowie ZA13-C vs Pulsar X2H: Comparison
BenQ Zowie ZA13-C vs Pulsar X2H weight compared
The gap that matters here is weight: BenQ Zowie ZA13-C 90 g against Pulsar X2H 57 g, which puts Pulsar X2H 58% ahead. Buttons runs the same way, 5 on the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C versus 6 on the Pulsar X2H, another win for Pulsar X2H. Polling rate is not the same on both, 1000 Hz on the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C versus 1000Hz on the Pulsar X2H. They differ on shape too, Symmetrical on the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C versus Symmetrical, full-size on the Pulsar X2H. There is a split on switch type as well, Mechanical on the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C versus Optical on the Pulsar X2H.
Who each one is for
The BenQ Zowie ZA13-C is the one to take for palm grip players with medium to large hands and competitive FPS players who prefer a driverless mouse, though it is not built for fingertip or claw grip players wanting a smaller shell and buyers who want RGB or onboard memory. The Pulsar X2H suits 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 ZA13-C (8/10): A tall, grippy esports mouse for palm grip players who want the Zowie no-frills philosophy in a larger shell. 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 ZA13-C and Pulsar X2H differ on sensor model?
Yes. Sensor Model reads PixArt PMW3360 on the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C versus PAW3395, up to 26,000 DPI on the Pulsar X2H.
Is the Grip Type the same on the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C 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 ZA13-C
- BenQ Zowie
- Pulsar X2H
- Pulsar
Connectivity
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- Wired
- Pulsar X2H
- Wireless (2.4GHz)
Grip Type
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- Ambidextrous
- Pulsar X2H
- Ambidextrous
Model
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- ZA13-C
- Pulsar X2H
- X2H
Shape
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- Symmetrical
- Pulsar X2H
- Symmetrical, full-size
Sensor Model
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- PixArt PMW3360
- Pulsar X2H
- PAW3395, up to 26,000 DPI
Sensor Tier
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- Mid-Range
- Pulsar X2H
- High
Buttons
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- 5-17%
- Pulsar X2H
- 6Best
Polling Rate
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- 1000 Hz
- Pulsar X2H
- 1000Hz (4000Hz dongle available)
Weight
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- 90 g-58%
- Pulsar X2H
- 57 gBest
Switch Type
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- Mechanical
- Pulsar X2H
- Optical
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 X2H if you want the higher buttons (6 vs 5) and the lower weight (57 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.
Pulsar X2H
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A well-priced full-size lightweight wireless mouse for players the Mini shells don't fit.