Razer

Basilisk Essential

Razer Basilisk Essential

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Sentiment score33% positive
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Last updated: Sep 6, 2026

Reddit Reviews

Reddit Iconim_roman_56
8 months ago

avoid it. get a razer essentials they are cheaper or something else.

Reddit Icon1koolking
9 months ago

I’ve been seeing adds for them lately. I’m looking to replace my basilisk as the scroll wheel skips constantly. How would you rate the keychron mouse?

9 months ago

I have a Razer Basilisk wired version and while it works and is very comfortable, the scroll wheel skips like a giddy school girl. It became such a problem that I had to disable scroll wheel weapon swapping entirely as it would randomly make me swap weapons when I don’t want to. I’m one more SD away due to unwanted rocket launcher from smashing this thing with a hammer. I’d look into Logitech as I only ever hear good things from that brand.

Reddit Iconarrogantheart
5 months ago

Have you considered wired versions of the Basilisk? Or maybe you can find the previous V3 Pro (not the 35K version) on sale?

5 months ago

The previous one has it too. The difference is that on 35K you can set the threshold when it auto-switches from ratchet to free spin, while on the previous V3 Pro this is hard-coded at a certain speed. Basically, works the same but there’s no fine-tuning. Odd. Still, if you like the one setting on the previous model, you wouldn’t care.

Reddit IconJust_a_mallu_guy
4 months ago

Logitech or Razer basilisk wired. Won't go wrong with either.

4 months ago

Yeah 👍... I have razer I hate the software... But great mouse. But currently because of windows driver iam getting disconnected when or if I restart. Logitech has weighs which could allow you to slightly customise the feel. If you can find either it should last you sometime... Wireless will only go for 2 years if batter is easily removable then go for it (from reputed brand) , if not don't.

Reddit IconSpecialist_Engine631
9 months ago

Razer basilisk wired is good too in that range

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