Razer DeathAdder Essential

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Sentiment score61% positive
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Last updated: Apr 16, 2026

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Reddit Icon1casy623
10 months ago

Meanwhile I am using Razer Cobra wired after playing with DeathAdder Essential for like 3 years. it was a 100g > 58g weight reduction, still... crazy

Reddit IconAhmadBinJackinoff
11 months ago

I've been using it for 2-3 years now. still works great. Though I use it only for like 2 to 3 hours a day.

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11 months ago

Isn't Rs 1000 overpriced. Its not really a great deal. Got mine in 2023 for 600Rs. Also keep the scroll wheel clean

11 months ago

Great budget mouse , brother uses it on the secondary gaming pc. Make sure to keep the mouse and scroll wheel clean, it tends to develop scroll wheel issues

Reddit IconAzureBat
3 months ago

Ah I getcha. I also have the Deathadder Essential which is at 90g and it has those textured areas at both sides of the mouse. So when I hold it (thumb and fourth finger), it provides some extra grip. It's a really simple and cheap mouse but I also have very basic needs. Check out the [rtings.com](http://rtings.com) website, they have stats on mice weight and width which you can then use to shortlist a few mice. Choosing a mouse can be quite subjective so getting a feel for yourself is the surest way.

Reddit IconBasilisk_0
7 months ago

the razer deathadder essential one is solid, sleek, minimal and works well

Reddit IconBERSERK_KNIGHT_666
6 months ago

Both are good but the orochi one is ambidextrous while death adder is ergonomic right handed. Don't go for a death adder if you're left-handed.

6 months ago

The Adder will definitely be more comfy, especially for long use durations. I feel changing batteries is a greater hassle than wires but hey, that's just my personal opinion.

7 months ago

Ngl, amazon basic wired mice are pretty good. One of them is almost like a Logitech G402 clone and has served me well for the past 2 years. It costs just 700 bucks. Red gear is also good in the mid range segment. Yeah it's an Indian brand but still has decent quality. Next up is Lenovo and Dell, surprisingly. Yeah, their budget segment mice are basic and boring, made for office use. But they last very long. There's a reason why most offices and schools use them. If you're willing to spend over a 1000, the Razer Death Adder Essential mouse is highly recommended. Well reputed brand and top notch quality of products

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