Mice / Comparison

Logitech M185R vs Razer DeathAdder Essential

Mouse · Logitech

Logitech M185R

75 g · 1,000 DPI · Wireless
GEAR SCORE 52.0 / 100Average
Lightness63
Sensor20
Connection100
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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

Logitech M185R and Razer DeathAdder Essential are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 52 and 51.

  • Logitech M185R is 21 g lighter (75 g vs 96 g).
  • Max DPI: Razer DeathAdder Essential leads (6,400 vs 1,000).
  • Logitech M185R is wireless; Razer DeathAdder Essential is wired.
Pick this

Logitech M185R

If you care most about weight, connection.

Pick this

Razer DeathAdder Essential

If you care most about max DPI.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Logitech M185RRazer DeathAdder Essential
52Gear score51
75 gWeight96 g
1,000Max DPI6,400
—Polling rate1000 Hz
WirelessConnectionWired
—Release year2018
≈ $18Estimated 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 M185R or Razer DeathAdder Essential better?

Logitech M185R and Razer DeathAdder Essential are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 52 and 51. Logitech M185R is 21 g lighter (75 g vs 96 g). Max DPI: Razer DeathAdder Essential leads (6,400 vs 1,000). Logitech M185R is wireless; Razer DeathAdder Essential is wired.

Which one is lighter?

Logitech M185R is 21 g lighter (75 g vs 96 g).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: Logitech M185R ≈ $18, Razer DeathAdder Essential ≈ $21. Current prices vary by store.