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REACTION TEST
Test your visual reflex speed. Wait for green, then click.
Reaction Time Test
Click anywhere to start.
When the red box turns green, click as fast as you can.
Average Human
250 ms
Pro Gamer
150-200 ms
Interpretation
Visual stimulus processing speed
Sight Reading vs Muscle Memory
In Geometry Dash, there are two main skills: Memory (memorizing a level's layout) and Sight Reading (reacting to obstacles as they appear). A low reaction time is critical for Sight Reading, especially in fast-paced gamemodes like the Wave or Ship at 3x/4x speed.
How Latency Affects Gameplay:
- Input Lag: If your mouse or monitor adds 30ms of delay, your effective reaction time is slower.
- Hardware: 144Hz monitors update the frame 2.4x faster than 60Hz monitors, giving you a visual advantage of ~9ms.
Improving Reaction Time:
While genetics play a role, staying hydrated, sleeping well, and "warming up" your eyes with tests like this can shave 10-20ms off your time before a serious gaming session.
Reaction Time Benchmarks by Age
Reaction time naturally slows down with age. Compare your score to the global averages below to see where you stand.
| Age Group | Average Reaction Time | Competitive Gamer Speed |
|---|---|---|
| 18 - 25 Years | 230 ms | 150 - 180 ms |
| 26 - 35 Years | 250 ms | 180 - 200 ms |
| 36 - 45 Years | 270 ms | 200 - 220 ms |
| 46 - 55 Years | 300 ms | 230 - 250 ms |
| 55+ Years | 350+ ms | 270+ ms |