Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | Razer - Basilisk V3 Pro | Razer - DeathAdder V3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Polling rate | 1000 Hz | 4000 Hz |
| Weight | 112 g | 63 g |
| Buttons | 11 | 5 |
Between the Basilisk V3 Pro and DeathAdder V3 Pro, the Basilisk V3 Pro comes out ahead in buttons, while the DeathAdder V3 Pro wins on polling rate / weight. Overall, the Basilisk V3 Pro scores 53.8 and the DeathAdder V3 Pro scores 68.5 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The DeathAdder V3 Pro is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 14.7 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the Basilisk V3 Pro if you care most about buttons. The biggest gaps in its favor are buttons. The single most decisive one: Buttons — 6.00 more. 11 vs 5.
Pick the DeathAdder V3 Pro if you carry the device everywhere and weight or thickness has been the deciding factor before. Its strongest claims are polling rate, weight. The single most decisive one: Polling rate — 300.00% more. 4000 Hz vs 1000 Hz.
Both ship with comparable max dpi, wireless, battery, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the DeathAdder V3 Pro is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Which should you buy: Razer - Basilisk V3 Pro or Razer - DeathAdder V3 Pro?
Razer - DeathAdder V3 Pro leads the current Mars Score by 14.7 points.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare polling rate, weight against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose Razer - Basilisk V3 Pro if…
Razer - Basilisk V3 Pro has the measurable edge on button count.
Choose Razer - DeathAdder V3 Pro if…
Razer - DeathAdder V3 Pro has the measurable edge on polling rate hz, weight g.
This is a structured comparison of the published catalog values. It is not a claim of identical real-world performance across every workload; use the linked spec drill-downs and methodology page to inspect the inputs.
Why Razer - Basilisk V3 Pro wins
- ▲Buttons — 6.00 more. 11 vs 5.
Why Razer - DeathAdder V3 Pro wins
- ▲Polling rate — 300.00% more. 4000 Hz vs 1000 Hz.
- ▲Weight — 49.00 g less. 63 vs 112.
Spec comparison
Sensor
| Spec | Razer - Basilisk V3 Pro | Razer - DeathAdder V3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Max DPI | 30000 | 30000 |
| Max IPS | 750 | 750 |
| Polling rate | 1000 Hz | 4000 Hzlead |
Design
| Spec | Razer - Basilisk V3 Pro | Razer - DeathAdder V3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 112 g | 63 glead |
| Buttons | 11lead | 5 |
| Shape | Right-handed | Right-handed |
Connectivity
| Spec | Razer - Basilisk V3 Pro | Razer - DeathAdder V3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless | true | true |
| Battery | 90 h | 90 h |