Skip to content
sudopicks
esc

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse vs Razer Basilisk V3

Researched, not hands-on tested.How we review ›

all judged against mice at a similar price

The Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse scores 6.6/10 overall, ahead of the Razer Basilisk V3 at 6.2/10.

The Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse leads on connectivity and battery, sensor and tracking and software and value.

The Razer Basilisk V3 leads on comfort and shape and build and buttons.

The biggest difference is connectivity and battery, where the Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse scores 6/10 to the Razer Basilisk V3's 3/10.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse

6.6/10verdict: buy

The G305 is for people who want a small, symmetrical wireless mouse with a fast sensor and very long battery life. It suits gamers and desk users who connect through a USB receiver and don't need Bluetooth. Buyers who want a light mouse or a rechargeable battery should look at the weight and AA notes first.

Typically about £36.36 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

Affiliate link. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Details

Razer Basilisk V3

Razer Basilisk V3

6.2/10verdict: good, not the best

The Razer Basilisk V3 is for right-handed users who want a wired mouse with a pronounced thumb rest and plenty of programmable buttons. It suits people who are happy with a cable and want extra controls for gaming or productivity. It is a poor fit for left-handed users, anyone who wants wireless, or competitive FPS players who find 101 g too heavy.

Typically about £38.70 in the UK when we researched itSearch Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

Affiliate link. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Details

Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightLogitech G305 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming MouseRazer Basilisk V3
Comfort and shape25%5/107/10
Connectivity and battery25%6/103/10
Sensor and tracking20%8/107/10
Build and buttons15%7/108/10
Software and value15%8/107/10
Overall6.6/106.2/10

Specifications

SpecLogitech G305 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming MouseRazer Basilisk V3
Connection2.4GHz LIGHTSPEED wireless via nano USB receiver; no BluetoothWired, Razer Speedflex cable
Sensor and DPILogitech HERO optical sensor, 200 to 12,000 DPI, polling rate 1000Hz (third-party)Optical, max 26000 DPI (Razer Focus+ 26K)
Battery life1 AA battery (not rechargeable), up to 250 hours run-to-die; up to 9 months in Endurance mode via G HUBNone
Weight99 g (manufacturer Special Edition page); third-party measurements 95 g to 98 g101 g excluding cable
Buttons6 programmable: left and right primary switches rated 10 million clicks, middle click, DPI button and two side buttons11 programmable
Shape and handSymmetrical, ambidextrous; small sizeRight-handed
SoftwareLogitech G HUBRazer Synapse for advanced features such as Smart-Reel and Virtual Acceleration

Strengths and weaknesses

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse

  • + Up to 250 hours from one AA battery
  • + HERO sensor with no smoothing or acceleration
  • + Reviewers report no perceptible wireless latency
  • − Around 99 g, heavy for its compact size
  • − Needs a non-rechargeable AA battery
  • − No Bluetooth, only the nano USB receiver

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want a light mouse and won't modify the battery setup
  • People who want a rechargeable battery rather than a single AA
  • Anyone who needs Bluetooth or wants to connect without a USB receiver
Read the full Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse review ›

Razer Basilisk V3

  • + Pronounced thumb rest, praised by owners
  • + 11 programmable buttons and a well-liked scroll wheel
  • + 26000 DPI optical sensor and 70-million-click switches
  • − Wired only, with no Bluetooth or wireless receiver
  • − Right-handed shape only
  • − 101 g weight criticised for competitive FPS

Skip it if:

  • Left-handed users, as the shape is right-handed only
  • Anyone who needs Bluetooth, a wireless receiver or multi-device switching
  • Competitive FPS players who want a lighter mouse than 101 g
Read the full Razer Basilisk V3 review ›

More comparisons

Compare all mice · Best mice