If you’re looking for a wired mouse, put the DeathAdder V3 on your shortlist.

Disclaimer:This review was made possible by a review unit provided by Razer.

The company did not see the contents of the review before publishing.

Razer DeathAdder V3$69.99now $49.99 at Best Buy

I have no idea why Razer chooses to ship its mice in such a weird box, but it’s what you get.

It’s an absolute must-buy at this price.

Of course, that means no Razer Chroma RGB, thumb rests, or any other fancy features.

Despite its ridiculously low weight, the DeathAdder V3 is solid and feels dependable in the hand.

The Razer DeathAdder V3 on a desk, with its retail box open behind it.

I have no idea why Razer chooses to ship its mice in such a weird box, but it’s what you get.

I see no reason why this mouse couldn’t weather years of gaming.

Of course, this mouse is strictly designed for right-handed players.

It’s night and day, and I can’t imagine ever returning to a heavier mouse.

The Razer DeathAdder V3 on a mousepad, seen from the rear.

The DeathAdder V3 is simply designed, with its only adornment being a barely noticeable Razer logo on the rear.

I genuinely have no complaints in this department.

The Razer DeathAdder V3 embodies what it means to master the basics.

I set the DeathAdder V3 to 2,400 DPI and 4,000Hz for my usage.

The Razer DeathAdder V3 on a mousepad, as seen from the side.

Razer has refined this shape over years, and the result is a supremely comfy mouse.

Finally, the scroll wheel doesn’t support tilt functionality or a free scrolling toggle.

I also wish the scroll wheel was a tiny bit more clicky.

It’s a feature usually reserved for higher-end mice, and it’s nice to see it included here.

The Razer DeathAdder V3 in-hand, seen from the bottom.

A fantastic sensor, feet that glide over a mousepad, and a lightweight design makes for a killer combination.

Obviously, no RGB lighting means no Chroma integration.

Sorry, this mouse is not the one to choose if you want to light up your desk.

It sacrifices some raw performance and gains a lot of weight.

The Razer DeathAdder V3 on a desk, seen from the side.

It’s a great mouse, but you’re not going to find any fancy features here.

Some of the best competition for the DeathAdder V3 comes from elsewhere in Razer’s own lineup.

Razer DeathAdder V3: Should you buy it?

With stunning ergonomics and blisteringly fast performance, the DeathAdder V3 is a killer peripheral for any gamer.

The Razer DeathAdder V3 mouse on a mousepad, in-hand.

Within seconds, the DeathAdder V3 became an extension of my will in every video game.

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