The short version
The Razer DeathAdder Essential is 11 mm longer, 11 mm wider, and 5 mm taller (116.6 × 62.15 × 38.2 mm vs 127.3 × 72.7 × 42.8 mm). By length that is small against large. The Logitech G203 Lightsync is 11 g lighter (85 g vs 96 g). The Logitech G203 Lightsync tracks to a higher maximum DPI (8,000 vs 6,400). The Logitech G203 Lightsync came out 22 months later (May 2020 vs July 2018). In our rankings the Logitech G203 Lightsync is #98 overall and the Razer DeathAdder Essential is #83.
What actually separates them
| LogitechG203 LIGHTSYNC | VS | RazerDeathAdder Essential |
|---|---|---|
| 2020/05 | Release Date | 2018/07 |
| #98 | Overall Rank | #83 |
| #98 | FPS Rank | #84 |
| #98 | MOBA Rank | #84 |
| #98 | MMO Rank | #77 |
| 8000 | Max DPI | 6400 -20% |
| Colors | ||
| 116.6 mm | Length | 127.3 mm |
| 62.15 mm | Width | 72.7 mm |
| 38.2 mm | Height | 42.8 mm |
| 85g | Weight | 96g +12.9% |
| 6 | Total Buttons | 5 |
Every spec, side by side
| LogitechG203 LIGHTSYNC | VS | RazerDeathAdder Essential |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Logitech | Brand | Razer |
| 2020/05 | Release Date | 2018/07 |
| Rankings | ||
| #98 | Overall Rank | #83 |
| #98 | FPS Rank | #84 |
| #98 | MOBA Rank | #84 |
| #98 | MMO Rank | #77 |
| Performance | ||
| 8000 | Max DPI | 6400 |
| 200 | Min DPI | Unknown |
| Unknown | Acceleration | 30 G |
| Unknown | IPS | 220 |
| 1000 | Poll Rate (Hz) | Unknown |
| 1.2 | Lift-off Distance | Unknown |
| Optical | Sensor Type | Optical |
| Ergo & Design | ||
| Yes | RGB Lighting | Yes |
| Right | Handedness | Right |
| Symmetrical | Shape | Unknown |
| Solid | Shell Type | Solid |
| Colors | ||
| 116.6 mm | Length | 127.3 mm |
| 62.15 mm | Width | 72.7 mm |
| 38.2 mm | Height | 42.8 mm |
| 85g | Weight | 96g |
| No | Extra Weights | Unknown |
| Buttons | ||
| 6 | Total Buttons | 5 |
| 2 | Buttons (Left) | 2 |
| 0 | Buttons (Right) | 0 |
| Notched | Scroll Wheel Type | Unknown |
| Unknown | Main Switch | Mechanical |
| Unknown | Main Switch Type | Mechanical |
| Unknown | Switch Lifespan | 10M |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | Connection | Wired |
| None | Battery Type | Unknown |
Where to buy
Logitech G203 LIGHTSYNC
Razer DeathAdder Essential
Common questions
Which is lighter, the Logitech G203 Lightsync or the Razer DeathAdder Essential?
The Logitech G203 Lightsync is lighter: 85 g vs 96 g.
Are the Logitech G203 Lightsync and Razer DeathAdder Essential the same shape and size?
No, the Razer DeathAdder Essential is 11 mm longer, 11 mm wider, and 5 mm taller (116.6 × 62.15 × 38.2 mm vs 127.3 × 72.7 × 42.8 mm). By length that is small against large.
Which has the better sensor specs, the Logitech G203 Lightsync or the Razer DeathAdder Essential?
The Logitech G203 Lightsync is higher on paper: 8,000 vs 6,400 DPI.
Which is newer, the Logitech G203 Lightsync or the Razer DeathAdder Essential?
The Logitech G203 Lightsync, by 22 months: May 2020 vs July 2018.
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