Between the X2V3 and Basilisk V3 Pro, the X2V3 comes out ahead in polling rate and weight, while the Basilisk V3 Pro wins on buttons. Overall, the X2V3 scores 87.8 and the Basilisk V3 Pro scores 58.4 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The X2V3 is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 29.4 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 X2V3 if you carry the device everywhere and weight or thickness has been the deciding factor before. The biggest gaps in its favor are polling rate, weight, battery, among others.
Pick the Basilisk V3 Pro if you care most about buttons. Its strongest claims are buttons.
Both ship with comparable wireless, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the X2V3 is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Pulsar - X2V3 wins
- ▲Polling rate — 700.00% more. 8000 Hz vs 1000 Hz.
- ▲Weight — 57.00 g less. 55 vs 112.
- ▲Battery — 33.33% more. 120 h vs 90 h.
- ▲Max DPI — 6.67% more. 32000 vs 30000.
Why Razer - Basilisk V3 Pro wins
- ▲Buttons — 5.00 more. 11 vs 6.
Spec comparison
Sensor
| Spec | Pulsar - X2V3 | Razer - Basilisk V3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Max DPI | 32000lead | 30000 |
| Max IPS | 750 | 750 |
| Polling rate | 8000 Hzlead | 1000 Hz |
Design
| Spec | Pulsar - X2V3 | Razer - Basilisk V3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 55 glead | 112 g |
| Buttons | 6 | 11lead |
| Shape | Symmetrical | Right-handed |
Connectivity
| Spec | Pulsar - X2V3 | Razer - Basilisk V3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless | true | true |
| Battery | 120 hlead | 90 h |
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