The Razer DeathAdder Essential is a wired mouse released in July 2018. It weighs 96 g (about 26% heavier than the database average of 76 g) and measures 127.3 × 72.7 × 42.8 mm, which is large by length. It tracks up to 6,400 DPI. It is configured with Razer Synapse. It ranks #83 of 99 overall in our ratings.
Rankings
Performance Ranks
FPS Rank
#84
MOBA Rank
#84
MMO Rank
#77
Detailed specifications
General
Brand
Razer
Release Date
2018/07
Performance
Max DPI
6400
-66.8%
Acceleration
30 G
-41%
IPS
220
-55.6%
Sensor Type
Optical
Ergo & Design
RGB Lighting
Yes
Handedness
Right
Shell Type
Solid
Colors
Length
127.3 mm
+3.2%
Width
72.7 mm
+11.5%
Height
42.8 mm
+5.3%
Weight
96g
+26%
Feet
Standard Stock Feet
Buttons
Total Buttons
5
-33.1%
Buttons (Left)
2
-27.7%
Buttons (Right)
0
-100%
Main Switch
Mechanical
Main Switch Type
Mechanical
Switch Lifespan
10M
-86.1%
Connectivity
Connection
Wired
Cable
Standard Cable Cable length: 1.8 m / 5.91 ft, 180 cm
Alternatives to the DeathAdder Essential
Mice with a similar size, weight and shape to the DeathAdder Essential.
- Razer DeathAdder V2 X HyperSpeed103 g · 127 × 70.1 × 42.7 mm · Razer 5G Advanced Optical Sensor7 g heavier, 0.3 mm shorter
- Razer Basilisk V3101 g · 130 × 75 × 42.5 mm · Focus+ 26K DPI Optical Sensor5 g heavier, 2.7 mm longer
- Logitech G703 Lightspeed95 g · 124 × 68 × 43 mm · HERO 25K1 g lighter, 3.3 mm shorter
- Razer Naga V2 HyperSpeed95 g · 119.5 × 75 × 43.5 mm · Focus Pro 30K Optical Sensor1 g lighter, 7.8 mm shorter
- Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed110 g · 130.1 × 75.1 × 42.5 mm · Razer™ 5G Advanced 18K DPI Optical Sensor14 g heavier, 2.8 mm longer
- Logitech G403 HERO87.3 g · 124 × 68 × 43 mm · HERO 25K8.7 g lighter, 3.3 mm shorter
Questions about the Razer DeathAdder Essential
How much does the DeathAdder Essential weigh?
- The DeathAdder Essential weighs 96 g.
What are the DeathAdder Essential's dimensions?
- It measures 127.3 mm long, 72.7 mm wide and 42.8 mm tall, which makes it large by length.
Is the DeathAdder Essential wireless?
- No, the DeathAdder Essential is a wired mouse.
When was the DeathAdder Essential released?
- The DeathAdder Essential was released in July 2018.
How many buttons does the DeathAdder Essential have?
- Razer lists 5 buttons.
What switches does the DeathAdder Essential use?
- It uses Mechanical.
What software does the DeathAdder Essential use?
- It is configured with Razer Synapse.
Sources
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