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Polling Rate Test - Check Mouse Hz

Check your mouse polling rate (Hz) online.

Real-time Polling Rate

Peak

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Avg

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Move Mouse Here

Start moving your cursor inside this box to begin the test.

Understanding Polling Rate

Polling rate, measured in Hertz (Hz), determines how often your mouse reports its position to your computer. A 1000Hz polling rate means your mouse sends data 1000 times per second, or every 1 millisecond.

Higher polling rates reduce input lag and provide smoother cursor movement, which is essential for fast-paced competitive gaming.

Common Standards

125 HzStandard Office Mouse (8ms delay)

500 HzOlder Gaming Standard (2ms delay)

1000 HzCompetitive Standard (1ms delay)

4K/8K HzUltra-High Performance (<0.25ms)

Features

Real-Time Hz

See your mouse polling rate update instantly.

Peak & Average

Track your peak and average polling rates.

Share Result

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About Polling Rate Test - Check Mouse Hz

The Polling Rate Test allows you to check the frequency at which your mouse reports its position to your computer. A higher polling rate (Hz) generally results in smoother and more responsive cursor movement, which is crucial for gaming.

How to Use Polling Rate Test - Check Mouse Hz

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Start Moving
Move your mouse cursor continuously inside the test area.
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Keep Moving
Maintain a constant speed to get an accurate reading.
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Check Results
View your current, peak, and average polling rates in real-time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Polling rate is the frequency (measured in Hz) at which your mouse reports its position to the computer. 1000Hz means it reports 1000 times per second.

For gaming, 1000Hz is the standard. Competitive players are now moving toward 4000Hz or 8000Hz for even lower input latency.

Yes, a higher polling rate reduces the delay between your physical movement and the cursor moving on screen, making the experience feel more responsive.

Fluctuations are normal during movement. The tool measures reports per second; if you move slower, there may be fewer reports to count.

Yes, because your CPU has to process reports more frequently. At 8000Hz, this can cause significant CPU load on older processors.

Generally yes. 1000Hz has a 1ms report interval, while 500Hz has a 2ms interval. 1000Hz feels slightly smoother and more precise.