Razer DeathAdder V2

This is a mini review of the Razer DeathAdder V2 gaming mouse.

 

Packaging

Since the introduction of the first generation DeathAdder in 2006, Razer has sold over 10 million copies of this mouse, which makes it one of the most popular to date.

Two buttons (forward / backward) on the left side and two on the top (DPI setting up / down)

Nice and sleek design

Eronomically shaped buttons, a grippy wheel and a flexible, sleeved cable

high-precision optical (infrared) sensor with 20’000 dpi

configurable RGB lighting

 

Comparison

Vs the Logitech MX Master 3:  Since I currently also own a Logitech MX Master 3, I am going to compare it to the Razer DeathAdder V2. Obviously, the two mice were designed for a different purpose: the Logitech is a wireless mouse intended for office work and with a focus on convenience, whereas the Razer is cable-bound and primarily for gaming (performance oriented). The Logitech is the more feature-rich and also the slightly more ergonomic of the two. The scroll wheels of the Master 3 are next level and way better than the scroll wheel on the Razer, but the switches for the left and right click are much noisier on the Logitech. Also, the Master 3 is significantly heavier and feels gripper with its rubbery texture. In terms of performance, the Razer feels more precise without a perceivable input lag, whereas the input lag (and/or lower polling rate) can be noticed on the Master 3. So for gaming, the Razer is clearly the better choice. For all other use cases however, I would recommend the Logitech.

 

Summary

Positive aspects:

• decent build quality and nice texture
• very lightweight (82g)
• good ergonomics, comfortable to use
• optical switches with a subtle mechanical click
• flexible and low-drag USB cable
• high precision optical sensor (up to 20000 dpi)
• minimal input lag (1000Hz polling rate)
• dedicated buttons to adjust the responsiveness (DPI setting)
• adjustable RGB lighting

Neutral:

• left mouse button has very little resistance (easily clicked accidentally)

Negative:

• scroll wheel not declickable, no horizontal scroll wheel
• no wireless connection option

Rating:  8.5/10    highly recommended!

Value:  7/10    (reviewed at 70€)