Razer Basilisk V3

Speedy performance ; Comfortable design ; Smart scroll wheel ; Solid software ; Affordable

Ring and pinkie rest needs work

The Razer Basilisk V3 offers speedy performance and an awesome adjustable scroll wheel in a comfortable design, making it a near-perfect gaming mouse.

Comfortable design ; Great, responsive performance ; Up to 26,000 DPI ; New intelligent scroll wheel ; 11 programmable buttons ; On-board profile storage ; Sensitivity clutch very useful ; Additional Chroma RGB lighting ; Also great for productivity ;...

No complaints that I can think of

Back in 2020, we awarded the Razer Basilisk V2 an Editor’s Choice Award. The subtle changes to the Razer Basilisk V3, like the adjustable scroll wheel, RGB lighting, and higher DPI, make it just that much better and just as deserving of an Editor’s...

Optical switches ; Thumb rest ; Adjustable scroll wheel

A bit heavy ; Frequent software updates

The Razer Basilisk V3 builds on a storied mouse design with this most recent version, executing tweaks to the button design and scroll wheel customization options. At the same time, the V3 maintains its legendary performance, high-quality hardware,...

+ Comfortable, ergonomic shape ; + Razer Speedflex cable minimizes drag ; + 100% PTFE mouse feet for effortless gliding ; + Snappy, tactile clicks with new optical switches ; + Versatile with on-board memory profiles ; + 11 programmable buttons...

- Removal of scroll wheel resistance dial is an odd choice ; - No more magnetic paddle ; - There are better options if you're geared towards a specific game genre

The Razer Basilisk V3 is an excellent gaming mouse, but it's definitely catered more towards right-handed gamers who play more shooters.

+ Premium textured finish and shape ; + Many well-placed, programmable buttons ; + Multiple scroll wheel inputs with adjustable modes ; + 11 bright, customizable RGB zones

- Scroll wheel can be clunky and loud

The Razer Basilisk V3 stands out above other gaming mice with its premium textured finish and shape, plus an advanced scroll wheel with multiple modes and high programmability. There are similar alternatives that are priced less, but the Basilisk V3 is...

Maintained Basilisk design ; Accurate and responsive optical sensor ; Ergonomics ; Smart calibration ; Awesome new scroll wheel

No detachable USB cable ; Only for right-handed ; DPI clutch too short for small hands

Bottom line: The Razer Basilisk V2 was a great all-rounder gaming mouse, and the third version improves on it further with smarter scrolling.

26.000 DPI sensor feels incredible ; Super comfortable ; Plenty of RGB backlighting

Scroll wheel can have a mind of its own ; Cheap-feeling scroll wheel ; Synapse 3 is feeling a little bloated

Smart HyperScroll wheel ; Comfortable ergonomic design ; 26K DPI Optical Sensor ; Plenty of customization options

No customizable weights ; A stretch for smaller hands ; Right hand only

While the Basilisk V3 has taken a few pointers from the beloved Logitech G502 Hero, Razer has added its own flair and created one of the best gaming mice on the market. It has everything you could possibly need and more customization than you'll likely...

Excellent performance.

Side buttons & sniper buttons aren’t consistent in feel.

We think it’s a great incremental upgrade over the V2, with a much better “Hyperscroll Tilt” wheel that has many operation modes that we really enjoyed. If you’ve got a Basilisk V2 then it’s probably not worth upgrading but if you’re new to the...

Wide range of customisation options with 11 programmable buttons ; Unique HyperScroll wheel is great for long documents and other productivity functions ; Versatile all-rounder ; Flawless tracking

Thumb trigger is difficult to reach if you have smaller hands ; Still quite heavy ; Not the best for fingertip or claw grips