For casual web use, 125 Hz is usually enough. For shooters and fast-paced games, most players prefer 500 Hz or 1000 Hz because these values reduce input delay and make micro-adjustments feel smoother. Use the Mambasnake polling rate test to see if your current mouse can hold a steady 500–1000 Hz under real movement.
Mouse Polling Rate Tools
Interface Overview
- STATUS CARD Current Real-time: Displays the instantaneous reporting rate (Hz).
- STATS BOX Average Rate: The average Hz calculated over the duration of the test.
- STATS BOX Peak Rate: The highest single reporting spike detected.
- CHART Live Waveform: A real-time graph showing the stability of the signal.
- INPUT Y-Axis Max: A text input above the chart to adjust the graph's vertical scale (Default: 500).
How to Use
1. Start Testing
- Click the red START button.
- The status indicator will start pulsing, changing to "RUNNING".
2. Move Your Mouse
- You must move your mouse continuously to generate data.
- For the most accurate results, move the mouse quickly in large circles.
- Observe the real-time Hz counter and the chart waveform.
3. Analyze & Adjust
- Check the Peak Rate to see if your mouse hits its advertised speed (e.g., 1000Hz).
- Check the Live Waveform for consistency. A flat, stable line is better than a jagged one.
- If the graph line goes off the chart, increase the Y-Axis Max value (e.g., change 500 to 1000 or 2000).
4. Reset
- Click the CLEAR button to stop the test.
- This will wipe all recorded data and reset the graph to zero.
FAQs for Mambasnake Polling Rate Test Page
What is a good polling rate for competitive gaming?
What is a good polling rate for competitive gaming?
What does the Mambasnake polling rate test actually measure?
What does the Mambasnake polling rate test actually measure?
The Mambasnake polling rate test measures how many times per second your mouse reports its position to your PC, shown in Hz. While you move your mouse, the tool calculates average and maximum polling rate and visualizes stability, helping you see whether your mouse delivers consistent, responsive tracking for gaming.
Can I use this polling rate test with any gaming mouse?
Can I use this polling rate test with any gaming mouse?
This is the Yes. The Mambasnake polling rate test runs in your browser and works with any USB or wireless mouse that your operating system recognizes. Just open the page, start the test, and move your mouse as you normally would in game. No driver install or extra software is required.to your question.
Why does my polling rate graph look unstable?
Why does my polling rate graph look unstable?
An unstable graph can come from power-saving modes, wireless interference, USB hub issues, or background apps using system resources. Try moving the mouse receiver closer, switching USB ports, disabling power-saving options, or closing heavy programs. Retest with the Mambasnake polling rate tool to see whether your curve becomes smoother.