Razer Basilisk Essential

Razer

$20.98

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Key highlights

Uses Razer 5G optical sensor
Tracks up to 6400 DPI
Runs 1000 Hz polling rate
Omron switches rated 20M clicks
Weighs exactly 95 grams
Handles 450 IPS 50G acceleration

Technical overview

The Razer Basilisk Essential is a large ergonomic right-handed wired gaming mouse weighing 95g with a 1000 Hz polling rate. It features the Razer 5G optical sensor with 6400 DPI, 450 IPS tracking speed, and 50G acceleration, plus Omron D2FC-F-7N(20M) mechanical switches rated for 20 million clicks and a magnetic encoder. Dimensions measure 124 x 75 x 43 mm for comfortable grip.

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ℹ️ General Info

Brand

Razer

🎯 Performance

Max DPI

6400

Polling Rate

1000 Hz

Adjustable DPI

Minimum DPI

Unknown

Tracking Speed (IPS)

450 IPS

Acceleration (G)

50 G

🔌 Connection

Connection Type

Wired

Bluetooth

🖱️ Buttons

Programmable Buttons

Unknown

Total Buttons

Unknown

Side Buttons

Middle Buttons

Main Switches

Omron D2FC-F-7N(20M)

Scroll Wheel Encoder

Unknown

🎨 Design

Weight

95 g

Hump Placement

Back - minimal

Front Flare

Flat

Side Curvature

Flat

Width

75.0 mm

Height

43.0 mm

Length

124.0 mm

Cable Length

Unknown

Thumb Rest

Yes

Ring Finger Rest

Tilting Scroll Wheel

Thumb Scroll Wheel

Extra Weights Included

⚡ Power

Battery Life (hours)

Unknown

Wireless Charging

Rechargeable Battery

Removable Battery

✨ Features

DPI Switch Button

Profile Switch Button

Use While Charging

RGB Lighting

Gesture Support

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