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HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless vs SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

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YOUR FIRST CHOICE

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Black · 8R2E6AA · global manufacturer configuration

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Exact model & source notes

The Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless (8R2E6AA) is HyperX's lower-cost symmetrical wireless mouse, running on a single AAA battery over a 2.4 GHz dongle or Bluetooth 5.2, with a HyperX Core sensor rated to 12,000 DPI and a 1000 Hz maximum report rate.

Specifications checked 26 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

WHICH SUITS YOU?

Choose the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless for

A symmetric shape

Choose the SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) for

A right-hand shape

Built from verified specifications that differ. Not a rating or a recommendation.

See the 12 verified differences

THE CONTENDER

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Onyx (black) · 62612 · global manufacturer configuration

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless in Onyx black, top-down view of the perforated shell with RGB lighting glowing through the holes

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Exact model & source notes

The 2022 Aerox 3 Wireless is SteelSeries's 68 g perforated right-handed mouse with 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth 5.0, a TrueMove Air sensor from 100 to 18,000 CPI and an IP54 rating.

Specifications checked 26 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

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How to read this comparison

Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
“Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.

SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE8 topics

SELECTED TOPIC

01 / 08

Connections

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HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless2.4 GHz wireless receiver; Bluetooth

Manufacturer specification · Original exact connection inventory: 2.4 GHz wireless (dongle) or Bluetooth 5.2. Wireless only; HyperX lists no wired mode. NGENUITY and NVIDIA Reflex need the 2.4 GHz adapter. Common transport availability does not identify the same receiver hardware or wireless protocol implementation. Source expressly names Bluetooth5.2; the dongle host connector type is unspecified and remains unknown.

Source 1 Source 2

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)2.4 GHz wireless (USB-C receiver) and Bluetooth 5.0; USB-C cable for charging and play while charging

Manufacturer specification · Quantum 2.0 Wireless over 2.4 GHz; Bluetooth needs no receiver.

Source 1 Source 2

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Choose the grip, then check the connection. Left-side thumb controls are not a mirrored left-handed layout. Check the receiver or USB connection, battery requirements and your preferred shape. DPI is tracking resolution, not an accuracy score; no gaming winner is inferred.

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

12 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 6 are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

Connections

In Visual facts

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless2.4 GHz wireless receiver; Bluetooth

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)2.4 GHz wireless (USB-C receiver) and Bluetooth 5.0; USB-C cable for charging and play while charging

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification · Quantum 2.0 Wireless over 2.4 GHz; Bluetooth needs no receiver.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries US store page, specifications and FAQ

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Sensor model / type

In Visual facts

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core WirelessHyperX Core Sensor

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)SteelSeries TrueMove Air optical

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification · HyperX's sensor name (also called the HyperX Custom Core Sensor); the supplier is not stated.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries says the sensor was co-developed with PixArt.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries US store page, specifications and FAQ

Sensor settings and manufacturer tracking limits describe capabilities, not independently measured accuracy or gaming performance. Preserve each test surface and software condition.

Hand orientation

In Visual facts

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core WirelessSymmetrical shape; side buttons on the left only

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)Right-handed ergonomic shape; side buttons on the left

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification · HyperX lists a symmetrical shape but does not state a hand orientation; the official side and top views show both side buttons on the left, so the button layout is for right-handed use. Not a grip or comfort test.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries's stated shape, suggested for claw, fingertip or palm grip; side-button position from the official product views. Not a comfort test.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries US store page, specifications and FAQ

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Main switch technology

In Visual facts

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core WirelessTTC Gold switches

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)SteelSeries Golden Micro IP54 mechanical switches

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ

Switch actuation and button tensioning describe different parts of a click mechanism. Read the documented technology; its name alone does not establish latency, durability or feel.

Customisation software

In Visual facts

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core WirelessHyperX NGENUITY

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)SteelSeries Engine 3.18.4 or later (Windows 7+, macOS 10.12+)

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification · Button reassignment, macros, DPI, polling rate and lighting; requires the 2.4 GHz wireless adapter.

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ

Stored profiles, sensitivity settings and software assignments are different capabilities. An unspecified profile count is not zero; check the software and firmware conditions.

Battery

In Visual facts

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless1 × AAA alkaline (user-replaceable); up to 100 hours on 2.4 GHz or up to 200 hours on Bluetooth

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)Up to 80 hours (2.4 GHz); up to 200 hours (Bluetooth)

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification · HyperX's figures: 100 hours at 2.4 GHz and 1000 Hz, 200 hours on Bluetooth at 250 Hz, both with lighting off and an alkaline AAA. HyperX lists the battery as a user-replaceable AAA alkaline and does not say whether rechargeable AAA cells can be used.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries's figures with its default power-saving lighting mode (LEDs dim after 30 s idle, sleep after a further 4.5 minutes).

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries US store page, specifications and FAQ

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

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Glide feet

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core WirelessLow-friction skates (material not stated)

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)100% virgin-grade PTFE

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification · HyperX does not name the skate material.

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Maximum tracking resolution

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless12000 DPI

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)18000 DPI

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries states CPI; adjustable in 100 CPI increments.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ

Sensor settings and manufacturer tracking limits describe capabilities, not independently measured accuracy or gaming performance. Preserve each test surface and software condition.

Claimed main-switch durability

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless20 million clicks

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)80 million clicks

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification · HyperX's rating for the left and right buttons, based on manufacturer testing.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Published acceleration threshold

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless35 G

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)40 G

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification · Listed on the US specification table only; test surface not stated.

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries also states zero hardware acceleration.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ

Sensor settings and manufacturer tracking limits describe capabilities, not independently measured accuracy or gaming performance. Preserve each test surface and software condition.

Published tracking speed

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless300 IPS

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)400 IPS

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification · HyperX's maximum speed rating; test surface not stated.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification · Rated on SteelSeries QcK surfaces.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ

Sensor settings and manufacturer tracking limits describe capabilities, not independently measured accuracy or gaming performance. Preserve each test surface and software condition.

Dimensions

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless124.3 × 66.8 × 38.2 mm (length × width × height)

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)120.55 × 67.03 × 37.98 mm (length × width × height)

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification · Mouse body as listed by HyperX.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification · Length plus SteelSeries's rear width and rear height; the front is 57.91 mm wide and 21.53 mm high.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries US store page, specifications and FAQ

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Small physical differences (2)

Body length

In Visual facts

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless124.3 mm

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)120.55 mm

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ

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Body width

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless66.8 mm

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)67.03 mm

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification · Overall width, not grip width.

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification · Widest (rear) figure; SteelSeries lists 57.91 mm at the front.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Configuration & compatibility details (1)

Listed compatibility

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core WirelessPC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)Windows, Mac, ChromeOS, Xbox and Linux; USB port required

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification · HyperX's listed platforms. HyperX lists "Software Compatibility: NGENUITY" alongside them without stating which platforms NGENUITY runs on.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ

These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (12)

Onboard profile capacity

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless1 profile

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)Not verified

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification · One onboard profile, per the US specification table.

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Onboard memory

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core WirelessYes

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)Not verified

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification · The US specification table lists one onboard profile; the UK table shows a placeholder for this row.

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Cable length

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core WirelessNot verified

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)Not verified

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

No source recorded for this side.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

SteelSeries does not list the cable length for this model. · Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries names the included Super Mesh USB-C to USB-A cable but gives no length.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Bluetooth version

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless5.2

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)Not verified

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification · Exact UK/US connection specification expressly names Bluetooth5.2.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Charging

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core WirelessNot verified

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)USB-C (detachable Super Mesh USB-C to USB-A cable included); play while charging

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

No source recorded for this side.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Default DPI presets

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless4 settings

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)Not verified

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification · Four default presets (400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 DPI); levels can be changed in NGENUITY.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Listed package

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core WirelessNot verified

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)Mouse; USB-C receiver; USB-C to USB-A Super Mesh cable; extension adapter; Product Information Guide

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Complete accessory inventory is unresolved. Both exact UK/US What's In the Box lists name the mouse and quick start guide, but do not explicitly settle dongle/battery inclusion or exclusion. Known listed positives are retained separately in package_listed_items; operating/required adapter and AAA battery facts remain in their existing fields. · Manufacturer specification · HyperX's box list names only the mouse and guide; it does not separately list the wireless dongle or the AAA battery. Check the seller's listing. Original source-listed items: Mouse; quick start guide. This unknown concerns package completeness, not whether the source names mouse and guide; no dongle/battery inclusion or absence is invented.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer box contents; check the seller's listing.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Ingress protection

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core WirelessNot verified

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)IP54 (AquaBarrier™)

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

No source recorded for this side.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries says the mouse interiors are shielded from water splashes, dust and dirt by AquaBarrier™, technology rated IP54. The Golden Micro IP54 switches are separately described as having added dust and water resistance.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries US store page, specifications and FAQ

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

RGB lighting zones

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core WirelessNot verified

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)3

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

No source recorded for this side.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification · The exact product source explicitly states 3 configurable RGB zones. Published lighting implementation: 3 RGB zones. Source-specific tooling, location, modes and effects remain qualified; more detailed wording does not establish another RGB product lacks that implementation. Status indicators are not counted as additional configurable zones.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries US store page, specifications and FAQ

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Explicitly listed package items

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core WirelessMouse; quick start guide

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)Not verified

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification · Both exact UK/US sources list HyperX Pulsefire Haste2CoreWireless and QuickStartGuide. This is a positive source inventory only; completeness and unlisted dongle/battery inclusion remain unresolved. HyperX's box list names only the mouse and guide; it does not separately list the wireless dongle or the AAA battery. Check the seller's listing.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Minimum sensitivity

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core WirelessNot verified

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)100 DPI

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

HyperX does not list a minimum sensitivity for this model. · Manufacturer specification · HyperX lists only the 12,000 DPI maximum; the lowest default preset (400 DPI) is not a stated minimum.

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification · Lowest CPI setting listed by SteelSeries.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Weight

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless70 g

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)68 g

Sources

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

Manufacturer specification · Operating weight with one AAA alkaline battery installed; 60 g without the battery.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed weight; SteelSeries gives no further conditions.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries US store page, specifications and FAQ

The manufacturer sources do not establish the same cable weighing basis. Both published masses remain visible with their conditions, but are not ranked.

3 shared fields have the same recorded value.

WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless

What it brings

Two wireless modes from one AAA cell: HyperX rates it at up to 100 hours on 2.4 GHz and up to 200 hours on Bluetooth, and the battery is user-replaceable.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
Its 124.3 × 66.8 mm body has what HyperX calls a familiar symmetrical shape from the original Pulsefire Haste 2, at a stated 70 g operating weight, with six buttons reassignable in NGENUITY.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

What to check

HyperX rates it at 12,000 DPI, 300 IPS and 1000 Hz, with TTC Gold switches rated for 20 million clicks, and lists no wired mode.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
NGENUITY and NVIDIA Reflex need the 2.4 GHz adapter, both side buttons are on the left, and HyperX's box list does not mention the dongle or battery.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

What it brings

It pairs over a 2.4 GHz receiver at up to 1000 Hz or over Bluetooth 5.0 without one, and SteelSeries rates the battery at up to 80 hours on 2.4 GHz and 200 hours on Bluetooth.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
Despite the perforated shell, SteelSeries rates the mouse IP54 against water splashes, dust and dirt (AquaBarrier™ shields the interiors), and the Golden Micro switches are rated for 80 million clicks.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

What to check

It is right-handed only, Bluetooth defaults to a 125 Hz report rate, and the battery figures assume SteelSeries's default power-saving lighting mode.
Manufacturer source
SteelSeries does not publish the cable length, a wired report rate, onboard memory details or how many of the six buttons are programmable.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

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Full specifications

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30 of 30 specifications Sources in each row

Source-backed specifications for HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless and SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)
Specification	HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless	SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022)

WeightDifferent Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · Operating weight with one AAA alkaline battery installed; 60 g without the battery. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed weight; SteelSeries gives no further conditions. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries US store page, specifications and FAQ	70 g	68 g
DimensionsDifferent Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · Mouse body as listed by HyperX. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification · Length plus SteelSeries's rear width and rear height; the front is 57.91 mm wide and 21.53 mm high. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries US store page, specifications and FAQ	124.3 × 66.8 × 38.2 mm (length × width × height)	120.55 × 67.03 × 37.98 mm (length × width × height)
Body lengthDifferent Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ	124.3 mm	120.55 mm
Body widthDifferent Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · Overall width, not grip width. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification · Widest (rear) figure; SteelSeries lists 57.91 mm at the front. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ	66.8 mm	67.03 mm
Hand orientationDifferent Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · HyperX lists a symmetrical shape but does not state a hand orientation; the official side and top views show both side buttons on the left, so the button layout is for right-handed use. Not a grip or comfort test. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries's stated shape, suggested for claw, fingertip or palm grip; side-button position from the official product views. Not a comfort test. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries US store page, specifications and FAQ	Symmetrical shape; side buttons on the left only	Right-handed ergonomic shape; side buttons on the left
Glide feetDifferent Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · HyperX does not name the skate material. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ	Low-friction skates (material not stated)	100% virgin-grade PTFE

Sensor model / typeDifferent Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · HyperX's sensor name (also called the HyperX Custom Core Sensor); the supplier is not stated. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries says the sensor was co-developed with PixArt. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries US store page, specifications and FAQ	HyperX Core Sensor	SteelSeries TrueMove Air optical
Maximum tracking resolutionDifferent Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries states CPI; adjustable in 100 CPI increments. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ	12000 DPI	18000 DPI
Minimum sensitivity Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless HyperX does not list a minimum sensitivity for this model. · Manufacturer specification · HyperX lists only the 12,000 DPI maximum; the lowest default preset (400 DPI) is not a stated minimum. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification · Lowest CPI setting listed by SteelSeries. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ	Not provided	100 DPI
Default DPI presets Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · Four default presets (400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 DPI); levels can be changed in NGENUITY. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) No source recorded.	4 settings	Not provided
Maximum report rate Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · Up to 1000 Hz over the 2.4 GHz dongle; HyperX's Bluetooth battery test uses 250 Hz. The UK table shows a placeholder for this row. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification · Up to 1000 Hz over 2.4 GHz; Bluetooth defaults to 125 Hz. SteelSeries does not list a wired report rate. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ	1000 Hz	1000 Hz
Published tracking speedDifferent Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · HyperX's maximum speed rating; test surface not stated. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification · Rated on SteelSeries QcK surfaces. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ	300 IPS	400 IPS
Published acceleration thresholdDifferent Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · Listed on the US specification table only; test surface not stated. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries also states zero hardware acceleration. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ	35 G	40 G

Listed controls Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · HyperX lists 6 buttons, reassignable in NGENUITY. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries's stated number of buttons; the page does not say how many are programmable. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries US store page, specifications and FAQ	6	6
Main switch technologyDifferent Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ	TTC Gold switches	SteelSeries Golden Micro IP54 mechanical switches
Claimed main-switch durabilityDifferent Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · HyperX's rating for the left and right buttons, based on manufacturer testing. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ	20 million clicks	80 million clicks

ConnectionsDifferent Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · Original exact connection inventory: 2.4 GHz wireless (dongle) or Bluetooth 5.2. Wireless only; HyperX lists no wired mode. NGENUITY and NVIDIA Reflex need the 2.4 GHz adapter. Common transport availability does not identify the same receiver hardware or wireless protocol implementation. Source expressly names Bluetooth5.2; the dongle host connector type is unspecified and remains unknown. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification · Quantum 2.0 Wireless over 2.4 GHz; Bluetooth needs no receiver. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries US store page, specifications and FAQ	2.4 GHz wireless receiver; Bluetooth	2.4 GHz wireless (USB-C receiver) and Bluetooth 5.0; USB-C cable for charging and play while charging
BatteryDifferent Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · HyperX's figures: 100 hours at 2.4 GHz and 1000 Hz, 200 hours on Bluetooth at 250 Hz, both with lighting off and an alkaline AAA. HyperX lists the battery as a user-replaceable AAA alkaline and does not say whether rechargeable AAA cells can be used. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries's figures with its default power-saving lighting mode (LEDs dim after 30 s idle, sleep after a further 4.5 minutes). SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries US store page, specifications and FAQ	1 × AAA alkaline (user-replaceable); up to 100 hours on 2.4 GHz or up to 200 hours on Bluetooth	Up to 80 hours (2.4 GHz); up to 200 hours (Bluetooth)
Charging Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless No source recorded. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ	Not provided	USB-C (detachable Super Mesh USB-C to USB-A cable included); play while charging

Onboard memory Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · The US specification table lists one onboard profile; the UK table shows a placeholder for this row. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) No source recorded.	Yes	Not provided
Onboard profile capacity Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · One onboard profile, per the US specification table. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) No source recorded.	1 profile	Not provided
Lighting Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · Customised in NGENUITY over the 2.4 GHz adapter. Published lighting implementation: RGB lighting. Source-specific tooling, location, modes and effects remain qualified; more detailed wording does not establish another RGB product lacks that implementation. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification · Published lighting implementation: 3 RGB zones. Source-specific tooling, location, modes and effects remain qualified; more detailed wording does not establish another RGB product lacks that implementation. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries US store page, specifications and FAQ	RGB	RGB
Customisation softwareDifferent Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · Button reassignment, macros, DPI, polling rate and lighting; requires the 2.4 GHz wireless adapter. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ	HyperX NGENUITY	SteelSeries Engine 3.18.4 or later (Windows 7+, macOS 10.12+)
RGB lighting zones Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless No source recorded. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification · The exact product source explicitly states 3 configurable RGB zones. Published lighting implementation: 3 RGB zones. Source-specific tooling, location, modes and effects remain qualified; more detailed wording does not establish another RGB product lacks that implementation. Status indicators are not counted as additional configurable zones. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries US store page, specifications and FAQ	Not provided	3

Listed compatibilityDifferent Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · HyperX's listed platforms. HyperX lists "Software Compatibility: NGENUITY" alongside them without stating which platforms NGENUITY runs on. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ	PC, Xbox Series X\|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4	Windows, Mac, ChromeOS, Xbox and Linux; USB port required
Listed package Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Complete accessory inventory is unresolved. Both exact UK/US What's In the Box lists name the mouse and quick start guide, but do not explicitly settle dongle/battery inclusion or exclusion. Known listed positives are retained separately in package_listed_items; operating/required adapter and AAA battery facts remain in their existing fields. · Manufacturer specification · HyperX's box list names only the mouse and guide; it does not separately list the wireless dongle or the AAA battery. Check the seller's listing. Original source-listed items: Mouse; quick start guide. This unknown concerns package completeness, not whether the source names mouse and guide; no dongle/battery inclusion or absence is invented. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer box contents; check the seller's listing. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ	Not listed by the manufacturer	Mouse; USB-C receiver; USB-C to USB-A Super Mesh cable; extension adapter; Product Information Guide
Bluetooth version Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · Exact UK/US connection specification expressly names Bluetooth5.2. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) No source recorded.	5.2	Not provided
Explicitly listed package items Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Manufacturer specification · Both exact UK/US sources list HyperX Pulsefire Haste2CoreWireless and QuickStartGuide. This is a positive source inventory only; completeness and unlisted dongle/battery inclusion remain unresolved. HyperX's box list names only the mouse and guide; it does not separately list the wireless dongle or the AAA battery. Check the seller's listing. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX UK store page and specifications HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core – Wireless Gaming Mouse (8R2E6AA black) — HyperX US store page and specifications SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) No source recorded.	Mouse; quick start guide	Not provided
Ingress protection Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless No source recorded. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries says the mouse interiors are shielded from water splashes, dust and dirt by AquaBarrier™, technology rated IP54. The Golden Micro IP54 switches are separately described as having added dust and water resistance. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries US store page, specifications and FAQ	Not provided	IP54 (AquaBarrier™)

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Cable length Sources HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless No source recorded. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (2022) SteelSeries does not list the cable length for this model. · Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries names the included Super Mesh USB-C to USB-A cable but gives no length. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Onyx (62612) — SteelSeries UK store page, specifications and FAQ	Not provided	Not provided

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