The Real Reason You're Missing Shots (It's Not Your Aim)
Listen, we've all been there. You hold the angle perfectly in Valorant, you click the head, but the server says you missed. Before you smash your keyboard or blame your ISP, check your gear. A low or unstable Mouse Polling Rate is the silent killer of gaming performance.
I built MouseTestPro for one reason: to give gamers the raw, unfiltered truth about their hardware. No marketing fluff—just real sensor data.
Imagine a flipbook animation.
If your mouse is 125Hz, it sends data 125 times a second (choppy animation).
If it's 1000Hz, it sends data 1000 times a second (buttery smooth video).
Higher Hz = Faster reaction time and less "micro-stutter."
Which Hz Setting Should You Use?
Not all Hz are created equal. Depending on your PC specs and the games you play, here is exactly what you should aim for:
| Polling Rate (Hz) | Input Delay | My Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| 125 Hz | 8 ms | Avoid. Feels heavy and laggy for gaming. |
| 500 Hz | 2 ms | Good. Stable choice for older PCs. |
| 1000 Hz | 1 ms | The Standard. Must-have for 144Hz+ monitors. |
| 4000+ Hz | <1 ms | Overkill? Only for top-tier CPUs. |
Troubleshooting: Why is My Mouse "Stuttering"?
If you see the graph in our tool jumping wildly (e.g., 900Hz -> 300Hz -> 800Hz), that is called Instability. This causes your crosshair to "skip" pixels.
Common Fixes:
- The USB Port Issue: Never use a USB Hub. Always plug your gaming mouse directly into the motherboard's rear USB 3.0 port.
- Driver Conflict: If you have both Razer Synapse and Logitech G-Hub installed, they often fight. Uninstall the one you don't need.
- Surface Calibration: Sometimes, a dirty mousepad causes the sensor to miss updates. Wash your pad!
Conclusion: The Final Verdict
At the end of the day, numbers don't lie. If your mouse can't hold a stable 1000Hz, you are playing at a disadvantage. Use this tool to verify your settings every time you update your drivers or get a new mouse. Don't let bad hardware hold back your rank.