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Logitech G703 LIGHTSPEED vs Razer DeathAdder Essential

Mouse · Logitech

Logitech G703 LIGHTSPEED

95 g · HERO 25K · Wireless · 2019
GEAR SCORE 68.0 / 100Good
Lightness45
Sensor92
Polling rate66
Connection100
Battery life70
Recency47
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Mouse · Razer

Razer DeathAdder Essential

96 g · 6,400 DPI · Wired · 2018
GEAR SCORE 51.0 / 100Average
Lightness44
Sensor45
Polling rate66
Connection65
Recency40
Verdict

On specs, Logitech G703 LIGHTSPEED comes out ahead: a gear score of 68 versus 51 for Razer DeathAdder Essential.

  • Logitech G703 LIGHTSPEED is 1 g lighter (95 g vs 96 g).
  • Max DPI: Logitech G703 LIGHTSPEED leads (25,600 vs 6,400).
  • Logitech G703 LIGHTSPEED is wireless; Razer DeathAdder Essential is wired.
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Logitech G703 LIGHTSPEED

If you care most about weight, max DPI, connection.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Logitech G703 LIGHTSPEEDRazer DeathAdder Essential
68Gear score51
95 gWeight96 g
HERO 25KSensor—
25,600Max DPI6,400
1000 HzPolling rate1000 Hz
WirelessConnectionWired
60 hBattery life—
2019Release year2018
≈ $73Estimated price≈ $21
0Setups using it1

The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.

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FAQ

Is Logitech G703 LIGHTSPEED or Razer DeathAdder Essential better?

On specs, Logitech G703 LIGHTSPEED comes out ahead: a gear score of 68 versus 51 for Razer DeathAdder Essential. Logitech G703 LIGHTSPEED is 1 g lighter (95 g vs 96 g). Max DPI: Logitech G703 LIGHTSPEED leads (25,600 vs 6,400). Logitech G703 LIGHTSPEED is wireless; Razer DeathAdder Essential is wired.

Which one is lighter?

Logitech G703 LIGHTSPEED is 1 g lighter (95 g vs 96 g).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: Logitech G703 LIGHTSPEED ≈ $73, Razer DeathAdder Essential ≈ $21. Current prices vary by store.