The HyperX Pulsefire Haste 3 Pro has arrived, featuring a dramatic reduction in weight at 47 grams. This weight is 12 grams lighter than the original Pulsefire Haste, making it the lightest wireless mouse HyperX has released to date. The primary headline feature, the weight saving, is achieved through a carbon fiber-infused shell that covers the body and main buttons.
Despite the significant mass reduction, the mouse avoids the typical issues of flex or creak. The reviewer notes that the carbon fiber material helps maintain build quality even after weeks of daily use. The design retains the shape of the Haste 2 and Haste 2 Pro, a factor the reviewer deemed positive, noting that the shape fit his hand immediately.
HyperX addressed the traction needs using the new carbon fiber texture, eliminating the need for the included side grips. The button grip pads were also left in the box, though the reviewer found they caused fingers to stick when moving toward the scroll wheel. Testing confirmed the build quality remained solid.
Performance specs include a 42,000 DPI optical sensor coupled with optical switches. At a standard 1600 DPI, the mouse demonstrated reliable tracking across multiple surfaces and in varied titles, including World of Warcraft and Apex Legends. The connectivity boasts three modes: wired USB, 2.4GHz wireless, and Bluetooth. The 8,000Hz polling option is available for advanced users.
The 2.4GHz connection utilizes a small USB-C dongle, replacing the older Type-A dongle and desk-adapter arrangement. The reviewer confirmed the wireless dongle worked consistently across all tested placements. Furthermore, the included USB cable produced only a faint cord drag when used in wired mode.
Endurance also saw an improvement. HyperX rates the battery life at 35 hours with 8,000Hz polling, and 150 hours at the standard 1,000Hz. This longevity is noted as an improvement over previous generations, which is a key advantage for lightweight wireless models.
Other quality-of-life improvements include a noticeably quieter scroll wheel and main clicks that sit at a slightly higher pitch. Buyers receive a spare set of PTFE feet alongside the factory-applied glass feet, along with four adhesive grips, allowing for custom tuning of both glide and grip. The two thumb buttons successfully handled the reviewer’s in-game bindings.
Pricing for the Haste 3 Pro stands at $129.99. This represents a $40 premium over the standard Haste 3 and a $90 increase over the wired version. The pricing increase is attributed to the improved battery life and the carbon fiber shell, a change the reviewer deemed fair for the performance delivered.
Ultimately, the mouse earned a perfect 10 out of 10 and a Recommended Award. The reviewer summarized that the Haste 3 Pro is not a radical redesign but offers solid improvements to an already strong foundation. For users seeking a featherweight wireless mouse with modern polling rates and multi-mode connectivity, the device is recommended as a prime choice.
