The Hitscan Hyperlight is a brand-new wireless gaming mouse from a newcomer manufacturer, and its name says it all: weighing just 39 grams, it’s one of the lightest mice on the market. Despite its flyweight, Hitscan promises outstanding performance thanks to the Pixart sensor and Omron optical switches, paired with high-quality workmanship.
For enthusiasts, there is an optional wireless dongle that increases the sampling rate from the usual 1,000Hz to an impressive 8,000Hz. In our test report, we check whether the Hyperlight delivers what it promises. We also assess the 8K dongle in terms of benefits and value for money. Check out our list of the best wireless gaming mice for even more options.
The Hitscan Hyperlight uses the Pixart PAW3395 sensor with up to 26,000 DPI, 50G acceleration and 650 IPS tracking speed. The sensor is positioned slightly forwards, which supports fast, direct movements and offers particular advantages for precise aiming techniques. Despite the closed upper shell, the mouse only weighs around 39 grams and measures approximately 118 x 61 x 38 millimeters. The low weight is the result of intelligent material cut-outs on the inside without compromising stability.
Optical Omron switches are used as the main buttons, which provide a crisp, delay-free click feel and do not suffer from the typical double-click wear and tear of classic mechanical models.
The two side buttons are based on tactile switches from TTC and the mouse wheel works with a precise TTC gold encoder. The battery life is around 75 hours in 2.4 GHz mode with a polling rate of 1,000Hz, but drops noticeably when the optional 8K dongle with increased sampling rate is used.
The connection is exclusively via 2.4 GHz radio, Bluetooth is not included. Settings such as DPI levels, lift-off distance, and polling rate are made in the Hitscan utility under Windows. In addition to the USB-C charging cable, two different sets of PTFE glide feet (skates) and the 1 kHz wireless dongle are included in the box.
The Hitscan Hyperlight is a small, symmetrical gaming mouse with a gentle center hump. This makes it ideal for claw and fingertip grip, especially for small to medium-sized hands.
Even larger hands can guide it precisely in fingertip grip, while a classic palm grip is less comfortable. The sides are relatively straight without a pronounced taper. The weight is evenly distributed, despite the internal recesses for the low weight.
Even with the lightweight construction, the workmanship is of high quality. Neither the lid nor the side panels give way under normal pressure. The coating is matt, slightly rubberized and non-slip. Control is maintained even with sweaty hands. However, we still found the material to be less solid than that of more expensive models, which is due to the design.
As already mentioned, two sets of PTFE glide feet are included. Both variants glide smoothly and can be mounted without air bubbles. RGB has been omitted in favour of the low weight.
The Hitscan Hyperlight shows its strengths in fast-paced shooters. Aiming accuracy and response time are outstanding. The combination of low weight and precise PAW3395 sensor enables lightning-fast flick shots. No noticeable delay spoils this responsiveness either. The sensor also remains stable during repositioning. The LOD (lift-off distance) is low so that the cursor remains steady when lifting.
The mouse is also suitable for MOBAs. The movements are precise, clicks are fast, and the shape is comfortable. The extended number of buttons is missing for MMOs so players who place a lot of actions on the mouse are limited here. However, the Hyperlight is sufficient for occasional MMO sessions or ARPGs.
The mouse also works well in everyday office use. However, comfort functions such as Bluetooth or a free-running scroll wheel are missing. The open base design can attract some dust in the long term. Occasional cleaning is therefore recommended.
The optional 8K dongle increases the polling rate from 1,000 to 8,000 Hz at an additional cost of around $25. Tests show a slightly more direct mouse feel, especially during fast movements. The latency decreases measurably, but the advantage is small for the average gamer. Enthusiasts and professionals with fast monitors will benefit more.
However, the dongle significantly reduces the battery life of the Hitscan Hyperlight: from around 75 to an estimated 15 to 20 hours. The system load also increases. However, installation is simple and the software is extended by new polling levels. The extra charge is therefore only worthwhile for gamers who really want to save every ounce of latency.
Author: Friedrich Stiemer
Source: PCWorld
Reviewed By: Editorial Team
