What is controller polling rate (Hz)?
Polling rate (measured in Hertz) is the frequency at which your controller reports input updates to your PC or console every second. A 250Hz polling rate updates every 4ms; a 1000Hz polling rate updates every 1ms.
What is a good polling rate for competitive gaming?
500Hz to 1000Hz is recommended for competitive esports (Rocket League, Apex Legends, Call of Duty). Overclocking PS5 DualSense controllers over USB allows 1000Hz polling rates.
Why does Bluetooth polling rate vary?
Bluetooth wireless connections use dynamic polling intervals to conserve battery power. Connecting via USB cable or using an overclocked wireless dongle stabilizes input report frequency.