Start Test
Click the button and move your mouse quickly in circles to measure polling rate.
Why Test Polling Rate?
Polling rate determines how often your mouse reports its position to the computer.
Gaming Advantage
Higher polling rate = smoother cursor movement = faster reaction in FPS games. 1000Hz means 1ms updates vs 8ms at 125Hz.
Verify Settings
Some mice don't run at their advertised polling rate. This test confirms your driver settings are actually applied.
Optimize Setup
Different USB ports or wireless interference can affect polling rate. Find the optimal configuration for your system.
How It Works
Using modern browser APIs to accurately measure mouse report frequency.
Start Test
Click the play button to begin. The test captures all mouse movement events.
Move Mouse
Move your mouse in circles as fast as possible. More movement = more accurate measurement.
Read Results
The peak Hz shows your maximum polling rate. Average gives a realistic daily usage estimate.
Mouse Hz Test Deep Dive
Understanding the core of mouse communication frequency
What is Hz?
Hz (Hertz) represents the number of cycles per second. In a Mouse Hz Test, it indicates how many times your mouse reports data to your PC per second.
Impact on Latency
Higher Hz directly reduces input lag. 1000Hz provides 1ms delay, while 8000Hz drops it to 0.125ms for ultimate responsiveness.
Hz Stability Matters
A consistent Hz result is as important as the peak. Fluctuations can cause micro-stuttering or inconsistent feel in competitive games.
Common Questions
Q.Why is my result lower than expected?
Browser limitations cap measurements around 1000Hz. Also check USB port, wireless dongles, and driver settings. Some mice need software to enable high polling modes.
Q.Does higher polling rate improve gaming?
Yes, but with diminishing returns. 125Hz to 500Hz = big difference. 1000Hz to 2000Hz = marginal for most players. High refresh monitor (144Hz+) helps you see the difference.
Q.Will high polling rate hurt CPU?
Slightly. 8000Hz mice can use 1-2% CPU. For most modern systems this is negligible. If you have an older PC, 1000Hz is the sweet spot.