Reaction time test: how fast are your reflexes?
Click as soon as the box turns green. Take five attempts to get your average and best reaction time in milliseconds.
How the test works
The box starts red. After a random wait of two to five seconds it turns green, and the timer starts. Click as fast as you can and the test shows how many milliseconds passed. Click early and the attempt is discarded. After five good attempts you get your average and best time.
Rough guide
| Time | What it suggests |
|---|---|
| Under 150 ms | Exceptional. Often a lucky or well-timed click. |
| 150 to 200 ms | Very quick. |
| 200 to 250 ms | Typical for a focused player. |
| 250 to 300 ms | Average. |
| Over 300 ms | Slower. Fatigue, distraction or display delay can add time. |
Your display matters too. Check your monitor with the VRR and frame cap calculator, convert your aim settings with the sensitivity converter and try the click speed test.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good reaction time?
Most people land between about 200 and 300 milliseconds on a visual test. Under 200 is quick and under 150 is exceptional. Your result also includes monitor, mouse and browser delay, so use it to track your own changes rather than as an exact measure.
Does my monitor affect my reaction time?
Yes, a little. A higher refresh rate shows the colour change sooner and a faster monitor and mouse reduce delay between the screen and your click. The test measures the whole chain from display to click, not just your body.
Why does the box say I clicked too early?
The colour changes after a random wait between about two and five seconds. If you click before it turns green the attempt does not count. Wait for the green box, then click as fast as you can.
How can I improve my reaction time?
Sleep, warm up, stay focused and play on a high refresh rate monitor with low input lag. Practice helps a little, but most gains come from anticipating what happens in a game rather than reacting faster. Track your average over several sessions.
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