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Pulsar X2 — $94 · Wireless
Pulsar

Pulsar X2

$94 · Wireless

90
/ 100
From $94
VS
Pulsar X2 wins by 4
Zowie EC2-CW · OEM — $129 · Wireless
Zowie

Zowie EC2-CW · OEM

$129 · Wireless

86
/ 100
From $129
Specdex verdict

Pulsar X2 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Pulsar X2 lands at 90 and Zowie EC2-CW · OEM at 86. That puts Pulsar X2 ahead by 4 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Pulsar X2 if…

  • ✓Modern flagship sensor
  • ✓Lightweight for FPS
  • ✓Good battery life

Pick Zowie EC2-CW · OEM if…

  • ✓Modern flagship sensor
  • ✓Lightweight for FPS
  • ✓Good battery life
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sensor

Pulsar X2

Compared on the sensor sub-score

Pulsar X2 leads on sensor (90 vs 86).

Weight

Tie

Compared on the weight sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Shape

Tie

Compared on the shape sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Pulsar X2

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Pulsar X2 more score per dollar ($94 vs $129).

Pulsar X2 90
vs
86 Zowie EC2-CW · OEM

Score breakdown

Pulsar X2
90
sensor 90
weight 88
shape 86
battery 86
Zowie EC2-CW · OEM
86
sensor 86
weight 88
shape 86
battery 86

Specs side-by-side

Pulsar X2 versus Zowie EC2-CW · OEM — full spec comparison
Spec Pulsar X2 Zowie EC2-CW · OEM
Release year
2024
2024

Pulsar X2

Pros
  • +Modern flagship sensor
  • +Lightweight for FPS
  • +Good battery life
Cons
  • −Software quality varies
  • −Shape fits specific hand sizes
  • −Skates consumable

Zowie EC2-CW · OEM

Pros
  • +Modern flagship sensor
  • +Lightweight for FPS
  • +Good battery life
Cons
  • −Software quality varies
  • −Shape fits specific hand sizes
  • −Skates consumable

FAQ: Pulsar X2 vs Zowie EC2-CW · OEM

Which is better, Pulsar X2 or Zowie EC2-CW · OEM? +

Pulsar X2 scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Pulsar X2 worth the price? +

At $94, Pulsar X2 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in sensor.

Is Zowie EC2-CW · OEM worth the price? +

At $129, Zowie EC2-CW · OEM delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in weight.

Does Pulsar X2 or Zowie EC2-CW · OEM last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sensor, Pulsar X2 or Zowie EC2-CW · OEM? +

Pulsar X2 — leads on sensor (90 vs 86). Compared on the sensor sub-score.

Which is the better value, Pulsar X2 or Zowie EC2-CW · OEM? +

Pulsar X2 — more score per dollar ($94 vs $129). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.