Fantech Aria Overview & Pulsar X2 Shape/Size Comparison - The Bangers Keep Coming

[@II_Kray]

Great to see more competition in the mouse market. Fantech coming through with a surprisingly solid release!

[@daniloberserk]

Not really surprising. XD3 and XD5 are both awesome products, specially for their price. XD5 might have the nicest GM 8.0 that I've used, and I've tested hundreds of mice through this years.

[@11202]

Honestly that Intellimouse Pro shape they made was perfect. Literally just scale up the size and it's a banger.

[@Thin_Limbz]

Orochi was a tad to small for my hands and preference so this this could easily be an instabuy providing that slightly bigger shape over the orochi, nice review as always bro

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Ty!

[@VeeHausen]

Crazy timing...been back on the Orochi for the last two weeks...once adjusted back to the V2....I was beaming in Apex! If the Aria is that bit bigger then I might try this one out!

[@dennisalarcon9175]

The aria shape looks really good

[@georgepierre3594]

Wow it looks like a bigger and wider orochi v2! Looks good!

[@scarletvan4749]

nice to see that my local brand Fantech is steeping up their game to be a real competitor! How is Aria's coating compared to the X2 and Superlight?

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Not bad tbh

[@daniloberserk]

Superlight coating is honestly REALLY bad though. At least on black units.

[@acezealot6767]

You can always put grips on.

[@raymondsagrang2342]

I can't help but notice the explosions syncing with music on 11:00 lol literal bangers Nice review btw, been great help

[@RentABlackout]

Fantech has been stepping up, the Aria looks like a way more comfortable Orochi v2 for claw gripping. You should give the fantech agile mp453/903/904/905 mousepads a shot too. They're about as cheap as the ikea pad(in SEA, not sure about everywhere else) and honestly pretty solid for a balanced smooth speedy pad with easy microadjustments. Surprisingly low static friction for the amount of dynamic friction it has. Supposedly the dynamic friction increases after washing it while the static friction remains very low.

[@FreshReviewsYT]

I want to test them for sure!

[@benshiro5008]

Zero g mpc450 is goated imo

[@scotty_teee4226]

Well, this will be added to the list to buy. I still love the Orochi and the 303 Shroud. If this is the love child of these then I have to give it a spin. I'll insta buy the X2 and I'll probably still try out the XM2W, even though I say I may not need to, but who am I kidding. Kinda nice to see some mice to try, it was getting a little stale and this mouse is a nice curveball

[@FreshReviewsYT]

💯

[@AigisSSBM]

Honestly this seems amazing for me, I daily drive a g203 lightsync and have been looking for a wireless replacement and maybe a slightly different shape, so this is a really cool release.

[@corey8524]

I recently bought the Orochi V2 knowing it was small just mainly to try the shape. It was great but yeah deff too small for my hands. It's nice to see this one is a larger version but a 118mm or something like that to me would have been much better.

[@Rev0ltTTV]

I'm not picking up one but both! RIP wallet. Love the Orochi shape and also play well with it but hate the weight hopefully the Aria fits well in hand. Also excited for the X2. Currently I main the Hati S.

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Sick month for mouse drops

[@Rev0ltTTV]

@@FreshReviewsYT What song did you use in the BEAMS montage btw? :D

[@SweSpy92]

I need this! you convinced me with the Orochi comparison. I loved the orochi egg shape but it was too short for me. Mouse enthusiasts are eating good this month. 👍

[@sololakey1906]

mannn im so excited for the pulsar x2, been looking for a change from the xm1r

[@arrdeetrades]

Time to order the aria! Thanks and much love from Canada Fresh!

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Love ya Canada!

[@TMKM]

im gonna be honest the hidden specs on the aria were making me a bit concerned that fantech has something to hide, good its not the case

[@778paolo]

Cant wait for this , alreadg available for pre-order here in the Philippines for $65 ... its going to get very competitive this august

[@Anarcaeful]

I'm wanting a new mouse and the fact these two are coming out in a week or so are tearing me apart idk what to pick

[@Nezdomm]

hey Fresh, love the review as always. I was wondering how the Pulsar X2 compares to the MM710/711 hump-feel-wise?

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Very different. The mouse doesn’t feel like it has more butt. It’s more of a feeling as you get closer to the middle.

[@Nezdomm]

@@FreshReviewsYT gotcha, thanks so much for answering it here and in stream haha! Much love, and am excited for full release of the X2

[@bugbuster8598]

My just recently bought Oroshi V2: "Don't ya even think about it!"

[@jokur7]

banger review as always, now this makes it harder for me to choose between the X2 or the Aria lol also having Fantech Aria and Moondrop Aria as gaming setup would sound cool xD

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Haha

[@liability9413]

u was shredding with this on stream

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Ty!

[@liability9413]

@@FreshReviewsYT bro replying to my comments and streaming rn multitasking it’s finest

[@vasamorirmoe]

This is what the g305 mains were expecting!

[@r_se]

gonna be sticking with my orochi due to shape and high sensor position, but this looks like a great release

[@scribblymarks]

your review just put this mouse on my radar o_o big fan of the orochiv2

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Let me know if you circle back and grab it when it launches!

[@scribblymarks]

@@FreshReviewsYT will do!

[@Mister_B_5]

Nice review all around

[@JanusM]

I changed to 303SE 2 months ago and its shape is perfect for me, but im just waiting for double clicking to start to change all switches and scroll encoder for TTC. BTW @Fresh Reviews you have new cheap (20$) competitor for gaming IEMs after last few reviews I read about 7hz Zero.

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Ty. I actually love the truthear zero

[@JanusM]

@@FreshReviewsYT Truthear zero is nice but its 50$ And 7hz Salnotes Zero is 20$. Look of it is dogshit but from what i read they have realy nice soundstage, imaging and detail so i think they may be new budget go to for gaming IEMs.

[@Caution40404]

G303 SE has an optical encoder, which unfortunately means you cannot replace it. You can, however, drastically improve it by lightly lubing it with TriboSys 3203, it made it VERY smooth while the tactility is still there and perfectly medium!

[@JanusM]

@@Caution40404 Thanks mate i didnt even knew that logitech place that shit again :/ I havnt seen it inside yet so i think i will need to see Bearded Bob channel again to check it :P

[@ericchen1430]

Nice review! How does it compare to g303se? I got the orochi v2 but its too short so i bought g303se. Really wanna know is it as wide and long as g303se in palm.

[@angron03]

So glad I researched further before buying a gpx, the x2 mini and the aria seem like they could be even better for me, for cheaper. Out of the two, which do you think would be better? I use palm claw grip and I've got a smallish hand

[@4ripw]

obviously x2 mini if you have smallish hands

[@pau9141]

Does it have any delay / input lag? Since motion sync is turned on by default.. I asked since I have pulsar x2 mini and when I turned on the motion sync its very laggy and not smooth..

[@SamuraiBeavs]

egg shapes always feel very conforming to my hand

[@oluna8369]

Great comparison. The price point will be the dominating factor, especially against the big companies

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Price announced at ONLY $68

[@oluna8369]

@@FreshReviewsYT that’s a W 💪🏼

[@WoWhunter1996]

Holy sheet that gameplay u were straight beaming bro.

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Ty haha

[@lonelymartian1999]

S tier video like always. Curious about a few things tho. You play with fingertip grip or claw? I’m trying to transition into fingertip grip but i don’t know if I should use the fingers all the time or only for micro adjustments.

[@FreshReviewsYT]

I actually have a weird grip with a few of these mice and particularly the aria. The aria I feel I have a relaxed fingertip, and at times I do full palm it and at times I find myself almost clawing it. It’s a very hybrid grip that changes for different scenarios like for instance if I’m running around looting, sniping, or spraying. I would say primarily relaxed fingertip though

[@NathanMian]

So Fresh it's full of leaks haha

[@FreshReviewsYT]

😆

[@vvraithz]

I noticed that your IEM list is updated. And your headphone list has lost a few. Looking forward to those videos!

[@LarkinM]

When he start's talking about the bulbous butt 😍

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Haha

[@jonei]

Can you pretty please measure the dead center width of the pulsar x2 from the bottom side of the mouse (the thinnest point)? I'll love you foreverrrrr!

[@EneRec]

I'm not sure if I want to get the G303 or the Aria... I have big hands so, what should I do?

[@FreshReviewsYT]

I have big hands as well, I prefer the aria over the 303 now

[@EneRec]

@@FreshReviewsYT I'm used to the G305 so the aria seems more appealing, + it's cheaper. Thank you and keep it up!

[@Lacrom23]

Deathadder v3 is coming

[@jaggedtheelite]

Thank you for your reviews! They're really informative. After a few years on the logitech g pro, I'm in the market for a new mouse and you made it infinitely harder with your reviews and info. If you were to recommend one mouse for someone who finds the g pro too big, and is a fan of the g305, and g303 (non se) , would you recommend the g303 SE, x2 mini, aria, or mz1 wireless?

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Aria probably

[@bobert6644]

Do you have a list of your personal favorite mouse in order if preference?

[@Fonzereli22]

I have very similar hand size and have used plenty of mice recently: the viper v2, mz1, g303se, xlite V2 and xlite V2 mini, m42, xm1r, etc... I've never used the super light or orochi for extended periods. It seems the X2 might be more like what I'm used to but the aria might really surprise me. I definitely believe in what pulsar can do as a brand after the xlite V2 but I'm torn. Do you have any advice?

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Probably the x2 yea

[@stimac92]

New main incoming, orochi was nice but weight balance and shorter size didnt make it for me

[@Eins.1]

I wish there was footage of the sides for the comparisons.

[@FreshReviewsYT]

I will have another video before release

[@Lumidon]

Why do you prefer the NP-01 over the NP-01s? Which one feels better in relaxed fingertip and why would you say so?

[@siniganggang96]

I hate how mouse manufacturers are removing the middle dpi button just to put

[@kenji1366]

Fk i need to try both of them

[@ftKNG1]

Sup bro, its a good choice for fingertip (17cm x 10cm ) ? Very nice video!

[@FreshReviewsYT]

It could work!

[@paulmartinez34]

I wonder why they didn’t make a wired version only

[@fireflameft2964]

Hey man I currently main the Orochi V2 do you think the X2 mini would be a good choice? Asking you as a fellow former Orochi main. You really sold me out the X2 with your last 2 vids but I'm unsure if it's gonna be too different.

[@FreshReviewsYT]

It’s quite different than an orochi. But it’s quite good. The aria and x2 are both going to be enjoyed by many imo

[@fireflameft2964]

@@FreshReviewsYT alright thank you :)

[@georgejs3025]

What would be better for a relaxed claw ? Hands are 19x10 and I main shroud 303

[@georgejs3025]

?

[@EneRec]

Moondrop aria users: you say what now?

[@goldenkappa4776]

Aria xd7 is using rechargeable lithium ion battery???

[@noises4978]

does the aria have optical switches? I'm worried about double clicks

[@lordxopip8183]

hi freshhh great review as always.. i have small hands but i absolutely love v2 mini.. how do you think it compares to x2?

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Haven’t tried the x2 Mini, but the x2 is a symm and the v2 is ergo. The comfort grooves and height and placement of the hump will all be different. But if you like the size of the v2 mini I think you’ll like the x2 mini and possibly even the x2 regular

[@lordxopip8183]

@@FreshReviewsYT thank you fressshhhh 😊😊😊😊

[@PraxiisL]

Hi ! I know this isn't exactly the topic of this video, but what would be, according to you, the best gaming IEMs ~200$ can buy ? I've been watching a lot of videos about it recently, mostly yours actually, and I've somewhat settled on the Moondrop Kato. What would you think of this choice ?

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Truthear Crinacle zero and save some $$

[@I3asyl]

hey fresh just a quick question about your grip with the aria. Do you make palm contact at all? it seems like the hump isnt as far back as the g305. Also, is you pink flat and touching the mousepad? like upfront with your ring finger or curled in the back.

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Not touching the mouse pad and i make a tiny bit of palm contact at times

[@aserboard]

Is Pulsar X2 good for claw grip? I have 19cm hand and now using Razer V2, like it, but is x2 worth a try?

[@lnbabz]

Will I be able to ftip this with 19x10 cm hands? I find the orochi lenght perfect so this extra lenght is concerning... Thank you for review!

[@erickther3d387]

Can you do a review on the duno Vulcan s? Maybe against the arias

[@vinic4658]

How's the side buttons on the Fantech Aria? I had the Helios series from then and the side buttons were terrible.

[@kwanro9172]

hey! bit of a specific question. I snagged the X2 mini because of your review but the stiff clicks are really putting me off. Are the fantech aria switches lighter or just as heavy in your opinion?

[@FreshReviewsYT]

I’d say they’re lighter

[@dioo.1639]

can you try audio technica ath r70x for competitive gaming? lot of people say it has a great imaging

[@fireguy615]

That flip n rip tho.....

[@Caution40404]

Interesting! What's your hand size and grip?

[@arrdeetrades]

All these other mouse makers saving us from glorious 😂😂 god is good

[@JayTobu]

you should check out Linsoul KZ x Crinacle CRN ZEX Pro iems they kinda nutty

[@lingzhijiang2218]

Hey man, I have a medium to large hand (19 by 10.5 cm), but I prefer smaller mice. My current main is the xlite v2 mini. Do you recommend the x2 or x2 mini? Thanks a lot.

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Tough call. Both could work

[@aydn5894]

XM1R, Pulsar x2 and g102 have back hump. It hurts my aim. But Orochi v2 is not like that. According to this way, does fantech aria like g012 or orochi style?

[@CephalonShohan]

For someone with 21x10 hand size And for fingertip grip, Between these two mice which one do you think would be better? I absolutely liking both of the mice but am confused about which one to go with.

[@iwishforwarHD]

Riding along just for the notification, I have pretty much the same handsize and play mainly fingertip but sometimes mixed with claw. Also really interested in both of them but probably will only be able to try one this next month.

[@CephalonShohan]

​@@iwishforwarHD what mice are you using rn? I am using hyperx haste while its works great wanted to try something wireless and slight smaller than haste but not too small like mini.

[@FreshReviewsYT]

For 21x10 the aria might be the play. But if you like feeling less mouse the x2

[@CephalonShohan]

@@FreshReviewsYT thank you very much for your input.

[@iwishforwarHD]

@@CephalonShohan My most comfortable mouse lately has actually been the Starlight-12 Medium (managed to get one from a friend with a huge discount). But I just got a Pulsar Xlite V2 today to try as well

[@jerojerowski]

Hey, i have a gpx with Tiger ice, but the shape is far from perfect, i AM trying to find a little smaller mouse for pincer claw/ finger tip grip. For hand 19x11, do you think aria would be a good choice? Surely an option to consider. Also without sacrifying quality?

[@MarksterC]

yeah the lack of hump probably would do it. I have an orochi and might get an aroa

[@dlsygaco]

Could it be a similar shape to the a4tech op620d? Really liked the sharp rear

[@chin4912]

Love your content. Purchased a set of olinas based on your opinion. Can you recommend a good headset with isolation? Love open backs but I don’t find them competitive when there is a window ac unit right behind my head.

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Haha I feel that. The dt 900 pro x has decent isolation for an open back. IEMs do quite well also like the dunu vulkan for plugging up the ears

[@FreshReviewsYT]

For a closed back though the mmx300 was pretty solid

[@chin4912]

@@FreshReviewsYT awesome yeah I love the olina IEMs I have but longer play times they start to get irritating. I’ll check out the mmx300, thank you!

[@FreshReviewsYT]

@@chin4912 yea they can for sure. The new truthear zero are quite nice as well for 49.99

[@justinyeo5280]

As someone who is using a claw grip on the death adder v2 how does the pulsar/fantech compare to it

[@eco2751]

❤️

[@chiizuu752]

Leaning towards this mouse. However I'm hesitant since my Helios XD3 V2's LMB started double clicking after 3 months and the RMB another 3 months later

[@DEM0NJEDI]

Charge to 180 longbow to 180 longbow👀👀

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Sick right???? Hahaha

[@Kehbi93]

Hello relaxed finger gripper here with 19 x 10 cm hand . Have xtrfy m42 , mz1 , xlite v2 mini wireless , and bought recently the hsk plus thinking was the endgame for me .But there is something about the width where i put the pinky finger that throw me off, same thing with the mz1. Currently performing my best with the xlite. Should i try the aria or x2 mini. My second favourite shape is the m42.

[@diegow7504]

chief , nothing on the xm2w? in portugal i already find in stock for 109eur , maybe the next move for me after the gpx

[@FreshReviewsYT]

I don’t have the mouse

[@Lumidon]

What’s the battery life?

[@RadMatter_]

in the website they said they collaborated with ESP Tiger for Tiger Arc V1, are those the default skates for the Aria (that would be awesome) or are they also gonna be third party ready?

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Default

[@RadMatter_]

@@FreshReviewsYT awesome.....awesome to the max

[@multimanfail]

do you think the pulsar is what im looking for? i have a relaxed claw and the gpx just feels like there isnt support at the back and a bit of the mid palm, making me feel like im almost finger tipping the mouse at times, gripping the moise also feels inconsistent at times

[@FreshReviewsYT]

You should be able to grip the pulsar without a problem

[@yusucele]

can u tell me the best wireless mouse for palm grip ( i have xtrfty m4 wireless and i think it's the best atm)

[@mattgoldberg16]

I’m using a g305 and I plan on upgrading it to probably one of these 2 but not sure which one

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Two very difficult choices!

[@Frencho9]

BIGOCHI!

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Bigochi bro!!

[@Frencho9]

@@FreshReviewsYT This is awesome for fellas with large hands like you, so you can experience that awesome shape in claw not just fingertip! For me the Aria is too big as would lose so much inner hand mobility with my aggressive claw grip (19x10cm), but gotta love those split main buttons. That's what I miss the most as the clicks on my Orochi V2 have become lighter and inconsistent after 1 year of use, so i get miss-clicks now and then. I think it's because of the single top shell slightly warping with heavy use and changing the main clicks tensioning, i doubt it's the Kailh GM 4.0 themselves who are to blame. If with the Orochi V3 they could implement split main buttons and optical switches with the latest sensor it would be perfect for small and medium hand users. For large hand user the Fantech Aria is a must as the shape is so versatile!

[@hansdaman1]

What is your experience with the battery life? There is no details on the battery size or the expected battery life

[@FreshReviewsYT]

300 mAh.

[@RadMatter_]

something I am curious about, does it use an internal rechargeable battery or does it need external ones like the Orochi?

[@FreshReviewsYT]

It’s a 300mah rechargeable battery

[@rafidredwankhan9188]

Are you going to review the upcoming Lamzu Atlantis?

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Yes I will

[@cordoz]

review of the viewsonic XG2431?

[@rodneymccray4393]

@Fresh Reviews: What FOV are you playing on in Apex?

[@FreshReviewsYT]

104

[@AlonixGaming]

Hey Fresh! Random but how good of a deal is a SL Phantom Medium for $120 with seemingly amazing QC? I loved the orochi v2 and mained it the longest after my old GPW/GPXs but the length made me swap off it. Is the Phantom mainable or should I look towards the Aria possibly and box/sell the phantom?

[@r_se]

great deal go for it

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Not a bad deal at all! The aria is a pretty damn good mouse though especially at $68

[@AlonixGaming]

@@r_se already have it, just wondering if it’ll hold up to long term main use🥲 I’m deliberating a cerakote job currently to make it my own since so far it’s fantastic for my weird hand

[@AlonixGaming]

@@FreshReviewsYT completely agree, I’ll most likely pick it up still and skip the x2. I’ve realize after too long that egg mice or middle hump work best for me, back hump is too restrictive for my ftip/claw hybrid Main question is long term starlight durability and if being a main will have it severely deteriorate it

[@IamNiceEMS]

You mentioned it was very spammable, which is unlike kailhs. How is the aria compared to GPX for spamming?

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Switches are very easy to spam

[@user-bv8cl5iw5g]

How about Xd7 left and right click pressure? Is it a light click pressure product?

[@FreshReviewsYT]

I don't know what your definition of light is, but to me it is light

[@Animatedron]

What's the grip width for the Pulsar?

[@bunsbuns861]

what are you liking more/maining rn

[@hehehe9618]

now i'm contemplating whether to choose fantech aria or pulsar x2, I have a 16.5x7.5 cm hand and i use claw palm grip, any suggestions?

[@FreshReviewsYT]

Tough call. It would seem maybe the x2 mini

[@aohjii]

wtf 16.5x7.5 thats so small

[@Fallen_Chama]

How does the x2 compare to the grexta?

[@ryanreviews8566]

how much do they weight with no back cover?

[@lom8389]

Whats your main right now?