Razer Basilisk X Hyperspeed vs Basilisk Essential: Which Mouse Is Better?

Tested using Methodology v1.0

Updated May 29, 2023 03:11 PM

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ConnectivityWireless

Type Standard

Default Weight 111.0 g

Ambidextrous No

ConnectivityWired

Type Standard

Default Weight 129 g

Ambidextrous No

Our Verdict

Razer Basilisk X Hyperspeed

Razer Basilisk Essential

The Razer Basilisk X Hyperspeed is wireless mouse in the Basilisk lineup, while the Razer Basilisk Essential is a stripped-down version of the original Razer Basilisk. If you prefer mice without cables, the Hyperspeed is a better choice since you can use it wirelessly via Bluetooth or with its receiver. Also, it has a wider CPI range, a more precisely adjustable CPI, much lower click latency, and onboard memory. On the other hand, the Essential is a wired mouse and weighs a lot less than the Hyperspeed.

Variants

Basilisk X Hyperspeed (Classic Black)

Basilisk Essential (Black)

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Classic Black

Basilisk X Hyperspeed

Black

Basilisk Essential

Classic Black

Basilisk X Hyperspeed

Black

Basilisk Essential

Classic Black

Basilisk X Hyperspeed

Black

Basilisk Essential

Classic Black

Basilisk X Hyperspeed

Black

Basilisk Essential

Notice: Two or more of the products selected have been tested with different test methodologies, so some of the results below aren't directly comparable. Learn how our test benches and scoring system work, and read more about the latest changes to our mice test methodology.

Threshold

0.10

Work

6.9

7.2

Wireless Versatility

9.2

0.0

Additional Buttons

7.4

8.0

Full Comparison

Work

6.9

7.2

Video Games (FPS)

8.2

7.3

Video Games (MMO)

7.8

7.5

Ultra-Light Gaming

7.3

Travel

4.7

Raw Performance

9.0

Design

Style

Style Picture

Type

Standard

Coating

Matte

Lighting Color

No Lighting

RGB

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Shape

3D Model

Length

5.1" (130 mm)

4.9" (124 mm)

Width

3.0" (75 mm)

2.9" (75 mm)

Height

1.7" (42 mm)

1.7" (43 mm)

Grip Width

62 mm

59 mm

Ambidextrous

Left-Handed Friendly

Finger Rest

Thumb

Build Quality

8.0

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Weight

6.5

Minimum Weight Picture

Lowest Weight

91.6 g

98 g

Default Weight

111.0 g

129 g

Weight Distribution

Centered

Extra Weights

Maximum Weight Without Wire

98 g

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Hand Size Recommendation

Palm Grip Hand Recommendation

Claw Grip Hand Recommendation

Fingertip Grip Hand Recommendation

Right-handed

Yes

Left-handed

Ambidextrous

Coating

Matte

Finger Rest

Thumb

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Wireless Versatility

9.2

0.0

Maximum Of Paired Devices

Bluetooth

Yes

Receiver

Yes

Battery Type

1x AA

No Batteries

Use When Charging

No ( Single use batteries)

On/Off Activation

Auto Off And On/Off Switch

None

Receiver Extender

Receiver Storing

Yes

Battery Indicator

Yes

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Cable

Connectivity

Wireless

Wired

Cable Length

N/A

7.1 ft (2.2 m)

Cable Video

Cable Type

No Cable

Braided

Permanent Kink

Yes

Port Type: Mouse End

No Port

Port Type: PC End

No Port

USB

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Mouse Feet

7.5

Mouse Feet picture

Gliding Experience

Good

Material

PTFE

Extra Included

In The Box

In the box picture

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Portability

5.4

Portability picture

Volume

24.41 in³ (400 cm³)

Cable/Receiver Storing

Yes

Palm Grip: Hand Size Recommendation

Palm Grip Picture

Small Hand

Yes

Medium Hand

Yes

Large Hand

Yes

X.Large Hand

Yes

Claw Grip: Hand Size Recommendation

Claw Grip Picture

Small Hand

Medium Hand

Yes

Large Hand

Yes

X.Large Hand

Yes

Fingertip Grip: Hand Size Recommendation

Fingertip Grip Picture

Small Hand

Medium Hand

Yes

Large Hand

Yes

X.Large Hand

Yes

Control

Main Button

Actuation Graph

Force/Distances Graph

Switch Type

Mechanical

Switch Model

Razer Mechanical Mouse Switch Gen 2

Additional Buttons

7.4

8.0

Buttons Picture

Buttons Activation

Mechanical

Total Number Of Buttons

Number Of Side Buttons

Number Of Programmable Inputs

Profile Switching Button

Yes

CPI (DPI) Switching Button

Yes

Gesture Support

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Click Latency

9.1

6.5

Latency Data

Expected Connection

3.6 ms

Wired

N/A

25 ms

Receiver

3.6 ms

N/A

Bluetooth

10.4 ms

N/A

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CPI

8.9

CPI Graph

SRAV Close-Up

SRAV @ 1600 CPI

-0.31%

SRAV @ 800 CPI

-0.29%

SRAV @ 400 CPI

-0.25%

SRAV @ Fixed CPI

N/A

Precision Error Between Speeds

0.33%

Precision Error Between CPI

2.70%

Worst Tracking Error

7.88%

Minimum CPI

100 CPI

200 CPI

Maximum CPI

16,000 CPI

6,400 CPI

CPI Adjustment Steps

50 CPI

100 CPI

Sensor Latency

8.3

Sensor Latency Transition Graph

Delay To Start Of Movement

16.9 ms

Delay At Half Movement

5.5 ms

Delay To End Of Movement

7.0 ms

Sensor Specifications

Sensor Technology

Optical (LED)

Sensor Model

Razer 5G

PixArt PAW3328

Works On Glass

Minimum CPI (DPI)

100 CPI

200 CPI

Maximum CPI (DPI)

16,000 CPI

6,400 CPI

CPI (DPI) Adjustment Steps

50 CPI

100 CPI

CPI (DPI) Variation

Minimum Lift Off Distance

2.4 mm

Maximum Polling Rate

1000 Hz

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Mouse Wheel

Mouse wheel picture

Scroll Wheel Type

Notched Wheel

Scroll Wheel Steps

24 Steps

Scroll Wheel Tilt

Thumb Wheel Type

Thumb Wheel Steps

No Thumb Wheel

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Noise

Noise Video

Click Noise

Loud

Quiet

Operating System And Software

Configuration Software

Software Tour

Software Name

Razer Synapse 3

Software Windows Compatibility

Yes

Software macOS Compatibility

On-Board Memory

Yes

CPI (DPI) Adjustment

Yes

Polling Rate Adjustment

Yes

Profile Configuration

Yes

Profile Auto-Switching

Yes

Software settings screenshot

RGB On/Off

No RGB

Yes

Account Needed

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Mouse Compatibility

8.3

Windows Compatibility

Fully

macOS Compatibility

Partially

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Classic Black

Basilisk X Hyperspeed

Black

Basilisk Essential

Classic Black

Basilisk X Hyperspeed

Black

Basilisk Essential

Classic Black

Basilisk X Hyperspeed

Black

Basilisk Essential

Classic Black

Basilisk X Hyperspeed

Black

Basilisk Essential