Razer – Basilisk V3 Pro 35K Ergonomic Optical Gaming Mouse with HyperScroll Tilt Wheel and Chroma RGB Lighting – Wireless – Black

What I liked: Eventually I loved the weight, at first I hated how light it felt, especially compared to what I was using. I got over it and now hate how heavy my old mouse is. I love the look and the design, it’s really a good looking device. I also love the lighting, it just kind of glows. The way Razer designed the lighting, and how it defuses on the table, looks so good. Not sure if it’s just the white color, or a purposefully design decision. The glide on the table surface is satisfying. I don’t know how long these pads will last, but the way it feels out the box is so good. Battery Life seems to be great. I’ve been using it for productivity tasks and gaming in Black Ops 6, and it seems to have a lot of life left.
What I didn’t Like: At first I didn’t like the weight, as mentioned earlier, I thought I preferred heavier mice, but I like the lightweight of it. I also didn’t like how the software just installs itself, what’s up with that? I plugged it in and then started searching online for software and it just starts installing… I canceled it and went with the one from Razer’s website; Synapse 4. I haven’t experienced anything yet, but I think the white finish will get dirty quickly, it’s just speculation, but considering the porous feel of the plastic, it seems inevitable. It’s also super hard for me to reach the shift button… Razer calls it the “Clutch”. Perhaps it’s how I hold a mouse, but that button is WAY out of reach. In order for me to reach it in standard use in gaming is to shift my hands way forward and that’s just uncomfortable.
What I wish it had: I wish it had the ability to pair to multiple devices. I originally assumed it was the “Profile” button underneath, but it’s not. It would be nice to be able to pair it to my desktop, then laptop, and maybe even a console. I can work around that, but making one device a BT mouse, and the other the 2.4 Ghz device, but it’d be nicer if I could have a 1,2,3, button on the bottom to pair up to 3 devices to BT.
At the end of the day, I’m super happy with the device and will make it my daily driver.

The Razer Basilisk V3 Pro 35K
I still remember the moment I picked up the Razer Basilisk mouse years ago at Best Buy. Fast forward about 7 years and the Basilisk V3 Pro 35K has arrived. The Basilisk Pro 35K is the perfect blend of ergonomics and weight distribution in my hand.
*Design/Build*
Weighing in officially at 112 grams it might not be lightest mouse in the gaming category but it’s light enough for my hand. In my opinion, I like a little bit of weight for better control. It measures about 1.5″ x 3″ x 4″. There are rubber grips around your thumb and smooth plastic feet (PTFE) on the bottom that help it slide around. This is clearly built for a right handed gamer. The mouse just feels comfortable in your hand, and the materials, spacing between buttons, and overall design seem as if they’ve taken an already great design and fine tuned subtle improvements. There’s an RGB soft glow (not the obnoxious bright RGB) around the outer edge of the mouse, and RGB lighting effects on both the scroll wheel and Razer logo.
*Features/Specs
Connectivity – Wired/Wireless/Bluetooth are all available on this mouse with the switch of a button underneath.
Sensitivity – The Optical Sensor Gen 2 hits up to 35,000 DPI. This will allow accurate movement on a variety of surfaces because you’re not always going to have the mousepad available when you’re traveling.
Buttons – There are 3 buttons on the left side including a clutch button. The clutch button is a clever addition. It slows down the sensitivity if you’re trying to dial in a click. Picture trying to perform a headshot and needing that split second of accuracy where you typically hold your breath. The clutch helps you hold your breath and deliver that precision shot.
Smart Reel – I didn’t expect this feature to work as well as it does. Smart Reel switches between a fast scroll and a tactile scroll. For example, you might be wanting to fast scroll through a webpage and you can feel the wheel switch to a smooth spin traveling quickly down the page. Then you can quickly adjust to a slow precision spin and it will track a slow, firm, tactile movement. Smart Reel switches back and forth with ease.
Chroma RGB – We’re all familiar with Chroma and it’s all customizable.
*Software*
Synapse 4 is a very comprehensive software application used to customize anything from button functions to lighting to sensitivity. After connecting the Basilisk Pro 35K you will immediately see all of your buttons displayed. Customization is endless. Synapse makes it easy by offering a left frame of every possible feature. Some examples of customization include changing the lighting effects and colors, rebinding a keyboard combination to one of your mouse keys, or adding a Windows shortcut to a button. Synapse even allows you to customize when it enters power saving mode or what battery percentage you want your mouse to enter low power mode.
*Performance*
Battery life is phenomenal between charges. On wireless you’ll get approximately 140 hours, and on Bluetooth it increases to 210 hours. This will most likely give you 1-3 months on a single charge depending on how often you game. This mouse is all about being smooth and precise with a wealth of buttons at your fingertips. It’s so smooth you will most likely forget about the mouse in your hand which is precisely the point. I’m not sure how long the rubber will last on the sides but it feels like it’s durable. I loaded up a couple of FPS games and the Basilisk just cruises right through them as if it was made for FPS. With the endless customization you can dial in custom bindings and save them to specific games. Imagine playing one game with custom bindings set to each button, then loading up another game with a completely different button configuration. There’s a hypershift button that you can think of like a shift or function keys on a computer. Hypershift allows you to add even more custom button bindings or shortcuts. Overall, performance was what I expected from the Basilisk, exceptional. The clicks were solid and the mouse moved perfectly on every surface from tables to desks to mousepads.
*Pros*
*35K Sensor
*Most ergonomic mouse I have played with
*Synapse software is near perfect
*Long Battery Life
*Bluetooth/Wireless/Wired
*Also great for productivity (School/Work)
*Needs Improvement*
*A little heavier than its competition
*Rubber grip could wear out sooner than the rest of the materials
The Basilisk V3 Pro 35K keeps getting better every year. The main difference I see with this year’s mouse is the sensor upgrade and battery life. There’s not much else that needs to change regarding this mouse because it’s tried and tested, and it feels natural in your hand. In my opinion, the standout feature is its ergonomics. Coupled with the Razer Synapse software it’s hard to beat. I recommend to all gamers, but also to the casual gamer that spends as much time gaming as they do with work/school.

Unboxing – The Mouse, Cord and getting started pamphlet are very well packed and nicely presents. The USB dongle can
be located in the mouse under a twist off cover. The USB-C cord for charging and wired mode is a generous length.
Setup and Daily use – While this mouse will work in windows without any software installed, Razer Synapse setup up
in just a few seconds and allows for customization of every button and function as desired. I noticed that I was able
to use the side buttons in various graphic and drawing applications with the default settings and no extra assignment.
For games – I was able to quickly assign different functions to my preference to make the best use of the three side
buttons.
Build quality – This is a premium tier product and it will show as soon as you handle and use it. The switches and scroll
wheel are just … perfect for the size and weight of this mouse. There is no better way I can think of to describe it.
If you have never owned a higher end mouse you will understand within seconds of first use. It’s silky smooth to use
in games, in drawing software and just for mousing around applications.
“Non standard use” – Can I use it on my work laptop ? – YES. You may or may not be allowed to install razer synapse on
a corporate or work PC but this mouse is still completely usable without software. You will NOT have advanced macro support
or the ability to set the lighting. The saved mode is set by mechanical switch ( USB, Bluetooth ) and by default the
resolution can be cycled through with two top buttons. The mouse will “remember” some settings from synapse per connected
profile ( Lighting On/Off and simple macro assignment ). All buttons have a default function on windows laptops.

What I love –
The switches and scroll wheel are perfect.
Excellent battery life at high precision
It glows everywhere !
Room for improvement –
At this price it would be nice touch to receive extra pads for the bottom.

I own several high end gaming mice including several Razer mice and I have found that the fit and feel is more important when gaming than specs. This Basilisk Pro 35 fits like a glove and has fantastic specs! From the curve of the mouse to the thumb rest this mouse is ergonomically perfect for my hand. I have the white version and when playing the RGB lighting definitely adds to the fun. Overall it’s the best gaming mouse I have used so far.
Pros:
– Ergonomic fit and weighted for smooth movement
– Super fast responsiveness with 35k Optical sensor
– Optical switches that are configurable
– Scroll wheel can be switched from free float to notched
– Mouse material easy to grip and hold even after intense gaming sessions
– Bluetooth, wireless or wired connectivity
– Great battery life
– RGB lighting that is noticeable without being overstated
Cons:
– The Sensitivity Clutch button is farther from my thumb than I would prefer
The Basilisk has all the specs for top end gaming. It has a 35k optical sensor, optical switches that have good tactical feedback when pressed, the mouse is configurable via Synapse and it can connect via the included USB dongle or Bluetooth. This mouse is about the same size as other gaming mice that I own but it has a lower profile and it tilts downward towards the right side like most Razer mice – in other words its not level across the top of the mouse. With this mouse that angle feels more natural and the material used for the mouse and especially the cross pattern on the thumb rest make gripping it easy. The mouse is nicely weighted so it moves smoothly across my mouse pad. All the buttons are located for easy access and the scroll wheel can be configured as free rolling or notched by selecting it via a button on the top of the mouse. I find this and the dps button on top easy to access and use when playing FPS games. Like most Razer mice this one can be configured using the Synapse program. You can configure the buttons, create profiles and set the performance and lighting functions. The profiles are selected using a button on the bottom of the mouse. Up to four additional profiles can be stored in the mouse and the led indicator tells you which profile you are using. You can also link games to profiles to make the process much simpler.