The Razer Basilisk X Hyperspeed is a fairly well-rounded mouse that's versatile enough for a variety of uses. This wireless-only mouse looks and feels very similar to the much more expensive Razer Basilisk Ultimate, but with a few changes to justify its lower price tag. It has no RGB lighting and is powered by a single AA battery instead of charging via USB. This means that there's no plug for it at all, and it can't be used wired. It also lacks the sniper button that the Basilisk series is known for, which is unfortunate.
Our Verdict
The Razer Basilisk X Hyperspeed is a surprisingly great mouse for office use. While it has a somewhat gamer-centric look, its lack of RGB lighting and flashy design elements means it will fit in well with most setups. It has an ergonomic right-handed shape with a thumb-rest, making it great for using all day. Its two additional buttons can be reprogrammed, along with its L/R and scroll wheel, so you can set shortcuts to help you navigate your desktop or work software quickly.
- Good price to performance ratio.
- Premium and well-built design.
- Suitable for almost every hand size with every grip type.
- Superb click latency.
- Unreliable CPI adjustments.
- Quite heavy.
Unfortunately, the Razer Basilisk X Hyperspeed is only decent for FPS games as it's quite heavy, and you won't be able to react as quickly with it in-game. That said, it has extremely low click latency and an ergonomic shape that's well-suited to all grip types and most hand sizes.
- Good price to performance ratio.
- Premium and well-built design.
- Suitable for almost every hand size with every grip type.
- Superb click latency.
- Unreliable CPI adjustments.
- Quite heavy.
The Razer Basilisk X Hyperspeed is a very good mouse for MMO games. While it doesn't have nearly as many buttons as a dedicated MMO mouse, every button that this mouse does have can be reprogrammed. It's also quite comfortable with any grip by any size of hand, except for fingertip with very small hands. Unfortunately, although it has on-board memory, you can't save any macros onto it.
- Good price to performance ratio.
- Premium and well-built design.
- Suitable for almost every hand size with every grip type.
- Superb click latency.
- Unreliable CPI adjustments.
- Quite heavy.
- Good price to performance ratio.
- Premium and well-built design.
- Suitable for almost every hand size with every grip type.
- Superb click latency.
- Unreliable CPI adjustments.
- Quite heavy.
Changelog
- Updated Aug 19, 2025: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.5.1. This update removes less relevant or redundant elements, including several videos. We've also adjusted our Sensor Latency testing, resulting in minor score changes. See our full 1.5.1 changelog for details.
- Updated Jan 05, 2024: We've updated the CPI graph displayed in the Sensor Latency section of this review. Our results remain the same, but these graphs have two new columns with results from the Delay At Half Movement and Delay To End Of Movement tests.
- Updated Nov 24, 2023: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.5. This update adds a new Main Button test group, which provides button actuation data and switch information. We've also made minor changes to how we calculate the Office usage score. For more details, you can see our full changelog here.
- Updated Feb 24, 2023: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.4. This update modifies our Hand Size Recommendation test, adding a more granular hand size recommendation chart. We've moved several minor tests into different test groups, removed the Travel usage, and added a new Raw Performance usage. For more details, you can see our full changelog here.
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The Razer Basilisk X Hyperspeed is a cheaper version of the Razer Basilisk Ultimate, and a wireless version to the regular Razer Basilisk. Unlike its siblings, the Razer Basilisk X Hyperspeed doesn't have a sniper button, and unlike the more expensive version, it can't be used wired and is powered by a single AA battery. It's still a very capable mouse, however, especially for the price point. Check out our recommendations for the best gaming mouse, the best FPS mouse, and the overall best mouse.
The Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED is a slightly better mouse than the Razer Basilisk X Hyperspeed. While these two mice have a very similar shape, the Logitech has a better sensor overall and more programmable buttons. It also has an unlockable wheel, and its software is fully compatible with macOS. On the other hand, the Razer is a wireless-only mouse that uses an AA battery and can't recharge. It also supports a Bluetooth connection, which the Logitech doesn't.
The Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED and the Razer Basilisk X Hyperspeed are both good wireless gaming mice. The Logitech has an ambidextrous design and a slightly smaller body that’s more suitable for small and medium hands. If you’re planning to use your mouse with a different OS, it could be a better option since it’s fully compatible with both Windows and macOS. Its sensor is also more consistent, and it has a lower lift-off distance. On the other hand, the Razer has a wider CPI range and more programmable inputs with the option to set a Hypershift button. Shape-wise, the Razer should fit more hand sizes with any grip type.
The Razer DeathAdder V2 is a better gaming mouse than the Razer Basilisk X Hyperspeed. The DeathAdder is a wired-only mouse with a sleek design that feels remarkably comfortable. It’s lighter than the Basilisk and has better feet, a wider CPI range, and a lower lift-off distance. On the other hand, the Basilisk is more versatile, and it’s a better choice for traveling, as you can connect it wirelessly via Bluetooth or with its USB receiver. It’s also well-suited for most hand-sizes using any grip type.
The Logitech G502 HERO is a better gaming mouse than the Razer Basilisk X Hyperspeed. The Logitech has more programmable buttons, a much more consistent sensor, and a better mouse wheel with L/R tilts, and a button to unlock free scrolling. It also uses Logitech's G HUB, which is compatible with both Windows and macOS. The Razer is wireless and has the same click latency as the wired Logitech. The Razer is also more suitable for people with small hands in both palm and claw grip.
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