The short version
The Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed is symmetrical and the Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed is ergonomic, and the Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed is 5 mm longer (127.1 × 63.9 × 39.9 mm vs 122.2 × 64.8 × 41.3 mm). By length that is large against medium-sized. The Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed is 27 g lighter (82 g vs 55 g). The Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed uses the newer Razer Focus X 26K Optical Sensor, the Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed tracks to a higher maximum DPI (30,000 vs 26,000), and both poll at up to 8,000 Hz. At 8,000 Hz, Razer claims 50 hours for the Viper V3 HyperSpeed and 20 hours for the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed, so the Viper V3 HyperSpeed lasts longer on paper. The Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed came out 9 months later (September 2023 vs June 2024). In our rankings the Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed is #22 overall and the Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed is #21.
What actually separates them
| RazerViper V3 HyperSpeed | VS | RazerDeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed |
|---|---|---|
| 2023/09 | Release Date | 2024/06 |
| #22 | Overall Rank | #21 |
| #17 | FPS Rank | #14 |
| #17 | MOBA Rank | #14 |
| #26 | MMO Rank | #28 |
| 30000 | Max DPI | 26000 -13.3% |
| 70 G | Acceleration | 40 G -42.9% |
| 750 | IPS | 500 -33.3% |
| Focus Pro 30K Optical Sensor | Sensor | Razer Focus X 26K Optical Sensor |
| Symmetrical | Shape | Ergonomic |
| 127.1 mm | Length | 122.2 mm |
| 63.9 mm | Width | 64.8 mm |
| 39.9 mm | Height | 41.3 mm |
| 82g | Weight | 55g -32.9% |
| Mechanical Mouse Switches Gen-2 | Main Switch | Optical Mouse Switches Gen-3 |
| Mechanical | Main Switch Type | Optical |
| 60M | Switch Lifespan | 90M +50% |
| Wireless | Connection | Wireless, Wired |
| AA | Battery Type | Built In |
| 50 h at 8,000 Hz | Battery Life | 20 h at 8,000 Hz -60% |
Every spec, side by side
| RazerViper V3 HyperSpeed | VS | RazerDeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Razer | Brand | Razer |
| 2023/09 | Release Date | 2024/06 |
| Rankings | ||
| #22 | Overall Rank | #21 |
| #17 | FPS Rank | #14 |
| #17 | MOBA Rank | #14 |
| #26 | MMO Rank | #28 |
| Performance | ||
| 30000 | Max DPI | 26000 |
| 70 G | Acceleration | 40 G |
| 750 | IPS | 500 |
| 1000-8000 | Poll Rate (Hz) | 1000-8000 |
| 1.2 | Lift-off Distance | 1.2 |
| Optical | Sensor Type | Optical |
| Focus Pro 30K Optical Sensor | Sensor | Razer Focus X 26K Optical Sensor |
| Ergo & Design | ||
| No | RGB Lighting | No |
| Right | Handedness | Right |
| Symmetrical | Shape | Ergonomic |
| Solid | Shell Type | Solid |
| Colors | ||
| 127.1 mm | Length | 122.2 mm |
| 63.9 mm | Width | 64.8 mm |
| 39.9 mm | Height | 41.3 mm |
| 82g | Weight | 55g |
| No | Extra Weights | No |
| Buttons | ||
| 6 | Total Buttons | 6 |
| 2 | Buttons (Left) | 2 |
| 0 | Buttons (Right) | 0 |
| Notched | Scroll Wheel Type | Notched |
| Mechanical Mouse Switches Gen-2 | Main Switch | Optical Mouse Switches Gen-3 |
| Mechanical | Main Switch Type | Optical |
| 60M | Switch Lifespan | 90M |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Connection | Wireless, Wired |
| AA | Battery Type | Built In |
| 50 h at 8,000 Hz | Battery Life | 20 h at 8,000 Hz |
| Software Features | ||
| Unknown | Hardware Acceleration | Unknown |
| Unknown | Software Acceleration | Unknown |
| Unknown | Angle Snapping | Unknown |
| Unknown | Smoothing | Unknown |
| Always On | Motion Sync | Unknown |
Where to buy
Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed
Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed
Common questions
Which is lighter, the Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed or the Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed?
The Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed is lighter: 82 g vs 55 g.
Are the Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed and Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed the same shape and size?
No, the Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed is symmetrical and the Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed is ergonomic, and the Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed is 5 mm longer (127.1 × 63.9 × 39.9 mm vs 122.2 × 64.8 × 41.3 mm). By length that is large against medium-sized.
Which has the better sensor specs, the Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed or the Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed?
The Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed is higher on paper: 30,000 vs 26,000 DPI and 750 vs 500 IPS.
Which has longer battery life, the Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed or the Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed?
The Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed, on the manufacturer's own claim: 50 hours vs 20 hours at 8,000 Hz.
Which is newer, the Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed or the Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed?
The Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed, by 9 months: September 2023 vs June 2024.
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