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Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Connectivity:wirelessMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:16000 DPIWeight:83 g

Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

7.1

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the mouse's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best mice on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components

80%

6.5

Technical Score

20%

9.3

User score

â–²Better than 70% of mice
6.5

Technical Score

Technical score
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Mice category across these key areas: Performance & Sensor, Connectivity, Battery & Charging, Controls, Design, Features.
When it matters
When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 64% of models
Score components

36%

5.8

Performance & Sensor

22%

6.5

Controls

16%

7.1

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

9.7

Connectivity

5%

6.6

Battery & Charging

â–²Better than 64% of mice
9.3

User score

User score
9.3/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 43,346 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
★Better than 93% of mice
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Verdict

The Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed is a dual-mode wireless gaming mouse featuring a Razer 5G Advanced Optical Sensor with a true 16,000 DPI, 450 IPS tracking speed, and 40G acceleration. Its signature ergonomic right-handed design includes a thumb rest and six programmable buttons equipped with durable Razer Mechanical Mouse Switches rated for 50 million clicks. Key advantages include its versatile connectivity via ultra-low-latency HyperSpeed Wireless (2.4GHz) or Bluetooth, and an impressive battery life of up to 450 hours on a single AA battery. However, notable drawbacks include its relatively high weight of approximately 106g (with battery), the total lack of RGB lighting, and the absence of a wired backup mode or rechargeable internal battery.

Technical Specifications of mouse Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed

Technical Score
Technical score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Mice category across these key areas: Performance & Sensor, Connectivity, Battery & Charging, Controls, Design, Features.
When it matters
When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 64% of models
Score components:

36%

5.8

Performance & Sensor

22%

6.5

Controls

16%

7.1

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

9.7

Connectivity

5%

6.6

Battery & Charging

6.5
Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed has a technical score of 6.5 points, which is higher than that of 63.9% of products in this category.
User score
User score
9.3/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 43,346 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
9.3
Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed has a user score of 9.27 points, which is higher than that of 93% of products in this category.
Popularity
Popularity
10.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you prefer a mouse that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 92% of models
Popularity:
Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than that of 91.5% of products in this category.
10
Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than that of 91.5% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the mouse's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a mouse that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 67% of models
Score components:

60%

7.1

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.9
Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed has a value-for-money score of 7.9 points, which is higher than that of 66.8% of products in this category.
Brand name
Razer
Maximum polling rate
1,000 Hz
Maximum polling rate
1,000 Hz
â–² Better than 28% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 27.8% of mice and equal to 55% of mice.
Wired polling rate
N/A
2.4 GHz polling rate
1,000 Hz
2.4 GHz polling rate
1,000 Hz
â–² Better than 33% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 33.4% of mice and equal to 46.9% of mice.
Bluetooth polling rate
125 Hz
Bluetooth polling rate
125 Hz
â–² Better than 68% of models
Market range: <0 Hz – >125 Hz
This mouse has a Bluetooth polling rate of 125 Hz, which is higher than 67.8% of mice and equal to 30.7% of mice.
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Connectivity
wireless
Connectivity
wireless
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
This mouse supports wireless connectivity, which is more versatile than 35% of mice and equal to 21.7% of mice.
connection modes: Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz.
Bluetooth support
yes
Bluetooth support
yes
â–² Better than 65% of models
This mouse supports Bluetooth. 64.5% of mice support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
5
Bluetooth version
5
â–² Better than 74% of models
This mouse uses Bluetooth 5, which is newer than 73.9% of mice and equal to 12.3% of mice.
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
yes
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
yes
â–² Better than 39% of models
This mouse supports proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless. 38.8% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
Receiver included
yes
Receiver included
yes
â–² Better than 38% of models
This mouse includes a receiver. 37.8% of mice include a receiver.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery capacity
N/A
Battery form factor
AA
Rechargeable battery
no
Rechargeable battery
no
â–¼ Worse than 46% of models
This mouse does not use a rechargeable battery. 46% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 78% of models
This mouse uses a removable battery. 77.8% of mice use a removable battery.
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N. of buttons
6
N. of buttons
6
â–¼ Worse than 37% of models
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 6 buttons, which is more than 23.2% of mice and equal to 40% of mice.
N. of side buttons
2
N. of side buttons
2
â–¼ Worse than 16% of models
Market range: <0 – >3
This mouse has 2 side buttons, which is more than 15% of mice and equal to 68.6% of mice.
N. of programmable buttons
6
N. of programmable buttons
6
â–² Better than 36% of models
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 6 programmable buttons, which is more than 35.6% of mice and equal to 31.2% of mice.
DPI switching button
yes
DPI switching button
yes
â–² Better than 15% of models
This mouse includes a DPI switching button. 14.7% of mice include a DPI switching button.
Profile switching button
no
Profile switching button
no
â–¼ Worse than 16% of models
This mouse does not include a profile switching button. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
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Orientation
right-handed
Weight
83 g
Weight
83 g
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 83 g, which is heavier than 50.4% of mice and equal to 0.4% of mice.
Extra weights
0 g
Extra weights
0 g
â–¼ Worse than 5% of models
Market range: <0 g – >25 g
This mouse comes with 0 g extra weights, which is less than 4.6% of mice and equal to 95.4% of mice.
Cable length
N/A
Cable type
N/A
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Onboard memory profiles
1
Onboard memory profiles
1
â–² Better than 48% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This mouse stores 1 onboard profiles, which is more than 48% of mice and equal to 20% of mice.
Onboard memory size
?
Software name
Razer Synapse
Firmware upgradable
yes
Firmware upgradable
yes
â–² Better than 22% of models
This mouse supports firmware updates. 22.5% of mice support firmware updates.
Suitable for gaming
yes
Suitable for gaming
yes
â–² Better than 24% of models
This mouse is suitable for gaming. 23.9% of mice are suitable for gaming.

Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • Adjustable lift-off distance
    Lift-off distance adjustable
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse supports adjustable lift-off distance, while the average mouse does not. 46.5% of mice support adjustable lift-off distance.
  • 60% higher maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    16,000 DPI
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 16000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    16,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 20 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    50 million clicks
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse offers switch durability of 50 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    50 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 12.5% higher tracking speed
    Maximum tracking speed
    450 IPS
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <30 IPS – >650 IPS
    This mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 450 IPS, while the average mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    450 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • Removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This mouse uses a removable battery, while the average mouse does not. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
  • 15.9% higher user score
    User score
    9.3/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
    Score distribution
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    â–¼
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    Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed
    the average mouse
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed has a higher user score than the average mouse (9.27 vs 8.000).
    9.27 vs 8
  • 56.6% more popular
    Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed is more popular than the average mouse (10 vs 6.4).
    10 vs 6.38
  • 100 DPI lower minimum setting
    Minimum DPI
    100 DPI
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <50 DPI – >1k DPI
    This mouse goes as low as 100 DPI, while the average mouse goes as low as 200 DPI.
    100 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • 15.9% higher user score
    User score
    9.3/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed
    the average mouse
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed has a higher user score than the average mouse (9.27 vs 8.000).
    9.27 vs 8
  • 56.6% more popular
    Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed is more popular than the average mouse (10 vs 6.4).
    10 vs 6.38
  • Adjustable lift-off distance
    Lift-off distance adjustable
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse supports adjustable lift-off distance, while the average mouse does not. 46.5% of mice support adjustable lift-off distance.
  • 60% higher maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    16,000 DPI
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 16000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    16,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 12.5% higher tracking speed
    Maximum tracking speed
    450 IPS
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <30 IPS – >650 IPS
    This mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 450 IPS, while the average mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    450 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • 100 DPI lower minimum setting
    Minimum DPI
    100 DPI
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <50 DPI – >1k DPI
    This mouse goes as low as 100 DPI, while the average mouse goes as low as 200 DPI.
    100 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • Well-tuned default DPI
    Default DPI
    1,800 DPI
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    This mouse defaults to 1800 DPI, while the average mouse defaults to 1000 DPI.
    1,800 DPI vs 1,000 DPI
  • Bluetooth support
    Bluetooth support
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This mouse supports Bluetooth, while the average mouse does not. 35.5% of mice support Bluetooth.
  • Receiver storage inside mouse
    Receiver storage in mouse
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse has receiver storage inside the mouse, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice have receiver storage inside the mouse.
  • Removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This mouse uses a removable battery, while the average mouse does not. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
  • 20 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    50 million clicks
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse offers switch durability of 50 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    50 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 6 mm narrower mouse width
    Width
    60 mm
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <60 mm – >78 mm
    This mouse is 60 mm wide, while the average mouse is 66 mm wide.
    60 mm vs 66 mm
  • No angle snapping support
    Angle snapping
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This mouse does not support angle snapping, while the average mouse does. 54.4% of mice support angle snapping.
  • No RGB lighting
    RGB lighting
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This mouse does not have RGB lighting, while the average mouse does. 56.3% of mice have RGB lighting.
  • 71.4% more expensive
    Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed is more expensive than the average mouse (£60 vs £35).
    £60 vs £35
  • 2.3 mm taller mouse height
    Height
    42 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <36 mm – >43 mm
    This mouse has a height of 42 mm, while the average mouse has a height of 39.7 mm.
    42 mm vs 39.7 mm
  • 71.4% more expensive
    Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed is more expensive than the average mouse (£60 vs £35).
    £60 vs £35
  • No angle snapping support
    Angle snapping
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This mouse does not support angle snapping, while the average mouse does. 54.4% of mice support angle snapping.
  • No RGB lighting
    RGB lighting
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This mouse does not have RGB lighting, while the average mouse does. 56.3% of mice have RGB lighting.
  • 2.3 mm taller mouse height
    Height
    42 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <36 mm – >43 mm
    This mouse has a height of 42 mm, while the average mouse has a height of 39.7 mm.
    42 mm vs 39.7 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 43,346 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed?

  • Excellent ergonomic shape with a comfortable thumb rest suitable for most hand sizes and grip types.
  • Great value for money, often cited as a top budget wireless option.
  • Dual wireless connectivity with both 2.4GHz HyperSpeed and Bluetooth modes.
  • Very low click latency, making it responsive for gaming.
  • Clean, professional design without distracting RGB lighting, suitable for office environments.
  • Long battery life on a single AA battery, especially in Bluetooth mode.

What customers dislike about Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed?

  • Frequent reports of connection instability and random disconnects requiring a battery reseat.
  • Build quality can feel cheap, particularly with the side buttons and the plastic materials used.
  • Relatively heavy weight (around 100g with battery), which may not suit competitive FPS players.
  • Razer Synapse software can be difficult to set up and may have reliability issues.
  • Lacks advanced features found in higher-end Basilisk models, such as an adjustable scroll wheel or onboard macro storage.
  • Long-term durability concerns include rubber grips wearing down and potential double-clicking issues.

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