A solid gaming mouse for entry-level gamers, but seasoned pros will be left wanting for sensitivity and features

Affordable price; Slick design; Multi-function paddle offers more versatility; Razer software enables a lot of customisation

Low sensitivity range; Bare-bones features

Razer has decided to expand its peripheral family yet again, except this time it has launched a new version of an existing mouse, the Basilisk. This new mouse is the Basilisk Essential, and it has taken all of the most loved features of the original and put them into this budget mouse with an MSRP...

The Razer Basilisk X Hyperspeed mouse delivers top-notch wireless gaming performance with impressive battery life in a solid design with an even more solid price.

Two connection options; Long-lasting battery; Excellent performance

No wired backup; No DPI indicator

The Razer Basilisk Ultimate is a great mouse, but a tough sell at the current price.

At the end of the day, the Razer Basilisk is a solid gaming mouse that excels at the basic job it should do. I personally found no value in its added features, with the exception of the adjustable scroll wheel tension. The DPI Clutch managed to stay in my way and cause problems at inopportune times.

Great sensor; Scroll wheel adjustment works great; Excellent button feel; Rubberized thumb rest coating

Synapse software requires online account & is bloated; DPI Clutch gets in the way; Thumb rest causes hand sweat

The Razer Basilisk boasts a comfortable feel, intuitive software and reasonable price, in addition to an innovative clutch that’s a bit of an eyesore.

Comfortable design; Innovative clutch; Useful HyperShift feature; Handy thumb rest

Software still in beta; Not as attractive as other Razer mice

Razer are pumping out new gaming mice faster than ever before. The latest addition to their line-up is the Basi

Comfortable design with an excellent sensor; Customizable sniper clutch is the best implementation of this feature yet; Adjustable scroll resistance.

Only trivial issues.

Razer Basilisk Essential Gaming Mouse is jam packed with gaming "essentials" to truly get your game on!

The best bits from Razer's tried and tested Basilisk in a slightly more money-conscious package.

Synapse 3 is a big change in look and feel from the previous version, and this is the first time we’ve used it. With light colours and app-style, rectangular buttons, the main screen has a clean and fresh look.