Mouse Latency Test

Test your reaction time and mouse latency. Click as soon as the color changes from red to green!

Mouse Latency Test

Test your mouse reaction time and latency. Click as soon as the color changes from red to green!

Latency Test Area

Click the area below to start the reaction time test

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How to Test

1. Click to Start

Click the gray area to begin

2. Wait for Green

Don't click while it's red!

3. Click Immediately

Click as fast as you can

Performance Tips

Improve Your Reaction Time:

  • • Stay focused and avoid distractions
  • • Keep your finger ready above the mouse
  • • Practice regularly to build muscle memory
  • • Ensure good lighting and clear visibility

Latency Benchmarks:

  • Excellent: Under 150ms
  • Very Good: 150-200ms
  • Good: 200-250ms
  • Average: 250-300ms

Why Test Your Reaction Time?

Reaction time testing measures your ability to respond quickly to visual stimuli. Fast reaction times are crucial for competitive gaming, driving safety, sports performance, and general productivity. Regular testing helps track your reflexes and identify areas for improvement.

Gaming Applications

Fast reaction times are essential for competitive gaming:

  • FPS games for quick enemy detection and response
  • MOBA games for dodging abilities and ganks
  • Racing games for quick steering corrections
  • Fighting games for frame-perfect inputs
  • Rhythm games and timing-based challenges

Real-World Applications

Beyond gaming, quick reaction times are valuable for:

  • Driving safety and emergency braking
  • Sports performance and athletic training
  • Emergency response and safety protocols
  • Medical procedures requiring quick responses
  • General productivity and task switching

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good reaction time?

Average human reaction time is 200-250ms. Gamers typically achieve 150-200ms, while professional esports players often reach 120-150ms. Reaction times under 150ms are considered excellent.

How can I improve my reaction time?

Practice regularly with reaction time tests, maintain good physical fitness, get adequate sleep, stay hydrated, minimize distractions, and use proper equipment. Consistent training can improve reaction times by 10-20ms.

Why do I sometimes click too early?

Clicking too early usually happens when you try to anticipate the color change. Focus on reacting to the actual visual stimulus rather than trying to predict timing. The random delay prevents pattern recognition.

Is this test accurate?

Yes, our test uses high-precision timing with performance.now() for millisecond accuracy. The test accounts for display lag and provides consistent results across different devices. Multiple tests provide more reliable average measurements.