Logitech MX Anywhere 3S vs Razer Basilisk V3

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all judged against mice at a similar price

The Razer Basilisk V3 scores 6.2/10 overall, ahead of the Logitech MX Anywhere 3S at 6.1/10.

The Logitech MX Anywhere 3S leads on connectivity and battery and sensor and tracking.

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

The biggest difference is connectivity and battery, where the Logitech MX Anywhere 3S scores 6/10 to the Razer Basilisk V3's 3/10.

Logitech MX Anywhere 3S

6.1/10verdict: good, not the best

The MX Anywhere 3S is a compact wireless mouse for people who carry a laptop and switch between devices. It suits right-handed users with small to medium hands who want a praised scroll wheel and wide surface support. Buyers with large hands, or those who want a USB receiver included, have reasons to look elsewhere.

Typically about £48.99 in the UK when we researched itSearch Amazon UK

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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

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Scores, criterion by criterion

Criterion	Weight	Logitech MX Anywhere 3S	Razer Basilisk V3
Comfort and shape	25%	5/10	7/10
Connectivity and battery	25%	6/10	3/10
Sensor and tracking	20%	8/10	7/10
Build and buttons	15%	7/10	8/10
Software and value	15%	5/10	7/10
Overall		6.1/10	6.2/10

Specifications

Spec	Logitech MX Anywhere 3S	Razer Basilisk V3
Connection	Bluetooth and Logi Bolt USB receiver (sold separately); up to 3 Bluetooth devices	Wired, Razer Speedflex cable
Sensor and DPI	Darkfield optical, 200-8000 DPI in 50 DPI steps	Optical, max 26000 DPI (Razer Focus+ 26K)
Battery life	Rechargeable Li-Po 500 mAh; up to 70 days on a full charge; USB-C charging	None
Weight	99 g (100.5 x 65 x 34.4 mm)	101 g excluding cable
Buttons	Six buttons, including MagSpeed wheel mode-shift and middle click	11 programmable
Shape and hand	Compact, right-handed, silicone side grips	Right-handed
Software	Logi Options+ on Windows and macOS	Razer Synapse for advanced features such as Smart-Reel and Virtual Acceleration

Strengths and weaknesses

Logitech MX Anywhere 3S

+ Tracks on most surfaces, including glass of 4 mm or more
+ Scroll wheel praised by owners
+ Up to 70 days per charge, USB-C charging
− Too small for large hands, owners say
− Logi Bolt receiver not included
− Owners find the price high

Skip it if:

Buyers with large hands who want a full-size mouse
Left-handed users who need a mirrored or ambidextrous shape
Anyone who wants a USB receiver included in the box

Read the full Logitech MX Anywhere 3S 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 ›

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