HyperX Pulsefire FPS Pro & Fury S Speed Edition Review

👤by Weston Dakin Comments 📅21-10-18
Performance Testing

Setup & Observation

Initial setup of the HyperX Pulsefire FPS Pro is like any other gaming mouse and requires just a spare USB port and an internet connection if you wish to make use of their NGenuity software. As for the Fury S; you’ll essentially just need to clear some space, this may require you to move some desk items such as speakers or your monitor - if your desk is only just able to accommodate it. If you opt for one of the smaller variants, then this is a much easier task.

In terms of comfort and usability, the FPS Pro is very nice. As the FPS Pro is designed in a way that is ergonomic it is very comfortable to use, even though on the longer side the experience is still good. If you have smaller than average sized hands, then it may not be that great, but if your hands are average (L 189mm / 7.44” W 84mm / 3.3”) or above then its a very nice fit. The side grips are also comfortable due to their ample size and textured nature.


In regards to the design and build; the FPS Pro is up there with the best in class, the body feels rigid and solid as there are no creaks or flex to it at all. The outer shell is plastic though it omits the soft touch finish, but the coating it does opt for is very smooth and has the benefit of not showing up fingerprint grease. As for the styling, it does look similar to their FPS mouse which is no bad thing as its a good looking mouse. The FPS Pro does use a gunmetal grey finish which to the eye is attractive, though it does make matching it to other peripherals a little more tricky. However, that aside we appreciate when manufacturers don’t follow the usual trend, especially when done so well. In terms of branding is also very tastefully done and not over the top.

As for the Fury S Speed Edition that also looks a feels premium. The edge stitching is very good quality and also doesn’t interfere with day-to-day use. The surface is very smooth and nicely padded so that its highly comfortable to use all day. Design wise it could divide opinion, so may prefer an all-black style - which they do offer, and some may like the bold abstract design on the Fury S. The colours used pop very nicely and look nice, however, like previously mentioned the choice limits the colour palette you can match it to - unless you have really bold taste. We have it situated with a predominately black and white setup, and it does add a nice splash of colour.

Illumination


The illumination found on the FPS Pro is easily close to the top in this price range as it's not over the top, yet it's not too subdued. As is, there is one lighting zone that is made up of two areas, one is the HyperX logo at the rear, and the other is located as an accent light on the scroll wheel. In terms of brightness and how vivid it is, the FPS Pro scores highly. The illumination is very bright and full, even under lighting, this means that it maintains the fill even when in a brightly lit area. There is a slight hot spot on the scroll wheel which is noticeable when some colours are displayed, though the back logo though doesn’t suffer the same issue. The colours produced have a very nice pop and are nicely vibrant, accuracy is high too as the whites are not heavily tinted. They also have plenty of saturation and contrast which makes the colours that much nicer.

Effects are well done, and the number of effects to choose from is right up with what other rivals offer. In the NGenuity software, there are four main effects to select, each of which can be customised in their own way. For example, with the breathing effect, you can select from a single colour, two colours or even a spectrum effect. You can also adjust the speed in which the effect is displayed. One other effect we like is Trigger; this activates the lighting every time the left and right click is pressed, again you can either have a single colour, two colours or the spectrum. For future additions of this mouse, we would like to see the scroll wheel light and logo light become two distinct zones for further customisation.



Pulsefire FPS Pro Performance

Day-to-day use of the FPS Pro was great as long as you set the DPI accordingly. During testing, we had the mouse set to 500 DPI which felt significantly faster than 500 DPI on other mice, so if you have to use one mouse for gaming and productivity, then you’ll probably need to lower the DPI as by nature it's very quick. For editing photos, the FPS Pro was a bit too rapid at 500DPI and needed to be slowed to 300DPI in order to make more precise movements. If you do need to adjust the DPI, then it can be done in increments of 50 which is great for getting the perfect balance of speed and precision. Of course, DPI levels are purely subjective, but we did observe that the FPS Pro felt quicker than rivals with the same settings. The scroll wheel is nicely weighted and doesn’t scroll too freely, the action is also very smooth as well as having nicely defined scroll steps.


When it is time to get some gaming done the FPS Pro really comes into its own. It begins with the sensor - the Pixart 3389 to be more specific. This sensor is an unusual sight at this price point as many rivals offer a 3360 instead. Now the 3360 is a newer sensor, but the 3389 is - in terms of specs at least, superior. Again though, numbers don’t paint the full picture and its all about in-game experiences. So, how is it? Well, it's brilliant. The 3389 is a great sensor that has very impressive capabilities, and speed is one of them. As is the sensor offers 400ips which is great as that means it should never lose its ability to track your movement - which it never did, even under the quickest of actions. Then combine that with the 50G acceleration, and you’ve got a mouse that can be flicked and swiped without it losing its tracking ability. This means that if you’re a fan of performing trick shots or flick shots, then this mouse will be able to stick with you all the way. If you’re not a trick shot enthusiast then what does it mean for just gaming use? Well, when you add the 1000Hz polling rate to the mix, you get all the right ingredients for a great gaming experience, and that is what the FPS Pro offers. The tracking is superb, the accuracy of the sensor is brilliant as is the responsiveness and the overall performance is stellar. Also, there are no signs of any jitter, lag or stuttering although we did note that when lifted and placed back down there was a slight bit of cursor movement.

Moving onto the clicks, side buttons, the scroll wheel and glide and the FPS Pro again does not disappoint. The left and right click use Omron made switches which are very nicely weighted and provide generous amounts of tactile feedback. They are also very quick and accurate making them impressive for quick successive actions that still need to be accurately controlled. The side buttons are great too, they feel responsive and aren't softly sprung. The scroll as we’ve already mentioned is smooth but as a button the click is nice and like the clicks offers good tactile responsiveness. The glide on offer is very smooth thanks to the two large feet underneath; this just makes using the mouse that much nicer for gaming as it doesn’t feel rough or resistive. The side grips are great too; they have a very nicely defined grip that offers a good feel as well that all-important surface for keeping the mouse in control. Weight wise the mouse comes in at 95g which is a good middle ground, you may prefer a heavier or lighter mouse, but 95g is a good solid weight that isn’t too light nor too heavy.

Fury S Speed Edition Performance


The Fury S Speed Edition is a great mouse mat as the surface is very smooth and has a real premium quality to it. In terms of handling and speed, the Fury S is brilliant as the speed and control on offer is easily up there with the best we’ve tested. We tested it against a Perixx, SteelSeries and Fnatic FOCUS 2 and it honestly feels better than all of them. The glide is fluid, and any mouse just seems to move with minimal effort. If you want more precision, then you can opt for the standard Fury variant, this does, however, omit the striking design. The underside grip is unusual and isn’t like others we’ve seen. Most mouse mats offer a pure rubber underside that has some texture to help keep it in place, but the Fury S utilises something entirely different. There is still some rubber elements, but there is also some fabric that breaks up this into small circles. As odd as it looks, it does work well, and the mat stays planted, even when under intense use.

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