Razer - Basilisk V3 Pro 35K Wireless Ergonomic Gaming Mouse with HyperScroll Tilt Wheel and Chroma RGB Lighting - Black

I’ve been using the Razer Basilisk V3 Pro for the past couple of weeks, and it’s hands down one of the best gaming mice I’ve ever tried. The 35K sensor is insanely accurate, and paired with the HyperScroll Tilt Wheel, it’s perfect for both quick flicks in FPS games like CS:GO and smooth scrolling through long menus in open-world games like GTA V. The ergonomic design is super comfortable, even during long gaming sessions, and it feels like it was molded for my hand. The Chroma RGB lighting is gorgeous and syncs seamlessly with other Razer gear, but it’s more of a flex than a functional feature. Battery life is solid, and the wireless connection feels as fast as wired, which is a big win. If I had to nitpick, I’d say it’s on the pricier side, and the scroll wheel can feel a little too free at times, but that’s personal preference. Overall, it’s a beast for anyone looking for a top-tier gaming mouse with pro-level features. Definitely worth picking up if you’re serious about gaming!

Unboxing - The Mouse, Cord and getting started pamphlet are very well packed and nicely presents. The USB dongle can be located in the mouse under a twist off cover. The USB-C cord for charging and wired mode is a generous length. Setup and Daily use - While this mouse will work in windows without any software installed, Razer Synapse setup up in just a few seconds and allows for customization of every button and function as desired. I noticed that I was able to use the side buttons in various graphic and drawing applications with the default settings and no extra assignment. For games - I was able to quickly assign different functions to my preference to make the best use of the three side buttons. Build quality - This is a premium tier product and it will show as soon as you handle and use it. The switches and scroll wheel are just … perfect for the size and weight of this mouse. There is no better way I can think of to describe it. If you have never owned a higher end mouse you will understand within seconds of first use. It's silky smooth to use in games, in drawing software and just for mousing around applications. "Non standard use" - Can I use it on my work laptop ? - YES. You may or may not be allowed to install razer synapse on a corporate or work PC but this mouse is still completely usable without software. You will NOT have advanced macro support or the ability to set the lighting. The saved mode is set by mechanical switch ( USB, Bluetooth ) and by default the resolution can be cycled through with two top buttons. The mouse will "remember" some settings from synapse per connected profile ( Lighting On/Off and simple macro assignment ). All buttons have a default function on windows laptops. What I love - The switches and scroll wheel are perfect. Excellent battery life at high precision It glows everywhere ! Room for improvement - At this price it would be nice touch to receive extra pads for the bottom.

The Razer Basilisk V3 Pro 35K I still remember the moment I picked up the Razer Basilisk mouse years ago at Best Buy. Fast forward about 7 years and the Basilisk V3 Pro 35K has arrived. The Basilisk Pro 35K is the perfect blend of ergonomics and weight distribution in my hand. *Design/Build* Weighing in officially at 112 grams it might not be lightest mouse in the gaming category but it's light enough for my hand. In my opinion, I like a little bit of weight for better control. It measures about 1.5" x 3" x 4". There are rubber grips around your thumb and smooth plastic feet (PTFE) on the bottom that help it slide around. This is clearly built for a right handed gamer. The mouse just feels comfortable in your hand, and the materials, spacing between buttons, and overall design seem as if they've taken an already great design and fine tuned subtle improvements. There's an RGB soft glow (not the obnoxious bright RGB) around the outer edge of the mouse, and RGB lighting effects on both the scroll wheel and Razer logo. *Features/Specs Connectivity - Wired/Wireless/Bluetooth are all available on this mouse with the switch of a button underneath. Sensitivity - The Optical Sensor Gen 2 hits up to 35,000 DPI. This will allow accurate movement on a variety of surfaces because you're not always going to have the mousepad available when you're traveling. Buttons - There are 3 buttons on the left side including a clutch button. The clutch button is a clever addition. It slows down the sensitivity if you're trying to dial in a click. Picture trying to perform a headshot and needing that split second of accuracy where you typically hold your breath. The clutch helps you hold your breath and deliver that precision shot. Smart Reel - I didn't expect this feature to work as well as it does. Smart Reel switches between a fast scroll and a tactile scroll. For example, you might be wanting to fast scroll through a webpage and you can feel the wheel switch to a smooth spin traveling quickly down the page. Then you can quickly adjust to a slow precision spin and it will track a slow, firm, tactile movement. Smart Reel switches back and forth with ease. Chroma RGB - We're all familiar with Chroma and it's all customizable. *Software* Synapse 4 is a very comprehensive software application used to customize anything from button functions to lighting to sensitivity. After connecting the Basilisk Pro 35K you will immediately see all of your buttons displayed. Customization is endless. Synapse makes it easy by offering a left frame of every possible feature. Some examples of customization include changing the lighting effects and colors, rebinding a keyboard combination to one of your mouse keys, or adding a Windows shortcut to a button. Synapse even allows you to customize when it enters power saving mode or what battery percentage you want your mouse to enter low power mode. *Performance* Battery life is phenomenal between charges. On wireless you'll get approximately 140 hours, and on Bluetooth it increases to 210 hours. This will most likely give you 1-3 months on a single charge depending on how often you game. This mouse is all about being smooth and precise with a wealth of buttons at your fingertips. It's so smooth you will most likely forget about the mouse in your hand which is precisely the point. I'm not sure how long the rubber will last on the sides but it feels like it's durable. I loaded up a couple of FPS games and the Basilisk just cruises right through them as if it was made for FPS. With the endless customization you can dial in custom bindings and save them to specific games. Imagine playing one game with custom bindings set to each button, then loading up another game with a completely different button configuration. There's a hypershift button that you can think of like a shift or function keys on a computer. Hypershift allows you to add even more custom button bindings or shortcuts. Overall, performance was what I expected from the Basilisk, exceptional. The clicks were solid and the mouse moved perfectly on every surface from tables to desks to mousepads. *Pros* *35K Sensor *Most ergonomic mouse I have played with *Synapse software is near perfect *Long Battery Life *Bluetooth/Wireless/Wired *Also great for productivity (School/Work) *Needs Improvement* *A little heavier than its competition *Rubber grip could wear out sooner than the rest of the materials The Basilisk V3 Pro 35K keeps getting better every year. The main difference I see with this year's mouse is the sensor upgrade and battery life. There's not much else that needs to change regarding this mouse because it's tried and tested, and it feels natural in your hand. In my opinion, the standout feature is its ergonomics. Coupled with the Razer Synapse software it's hard to beat. I recommend to all gamers, but also to the casual gamer that spends as much time gaming as they do with work/school.