Razer Basilisk Essential vs Razer DeathAdder Essential
Razer Basilisk Essential
95 g · 6,400 DPI · Wired · 2019Razer DeathAdder Essential
96 g · 6,400 DPI · Wired · 2018Razer Basilisk Essential and Razer DeathAdder Essential are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 52 and 51.
- Razer Basilisk Essential is 1 g lighter (95 g vs 96 g).
Razer Basilisk Essential
If you care most about weight.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Razer Basilisk Essential | Razer DeathAdder Essential | |
|---|---|---|
| 52 | Gear score | 51 |
| 95 g | Weight | 96 g |
| 6,400 | Max DPI | 6,400 |
| 1000 Hz | Polling rate | 1000 Hz |
| Wired | Connection | Wired |
| 2019 | Release year | 2018 |
| ≈ $48 | Estimated price | ≈ $21 |
| 0 | Setups using it | 1 |
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 Razer Basilisk Essential or Razer DeathAdder Essential better?
Razer Basilisk Essential and Razer DeathAdder Essential are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 52 and 51. Razer Basilisk Essential is 1 g lighter (95 g vs 96 g).
Which one is lighter?
Razer Basilisk Essential is 1 g lighter (95 g vs 96 g).
How much do they cost?
Estimated prices: Razer Basilisk Essential ≈ $48, Razer DeathAdder Essential ≈ $21. Current prices vary by store.