Razer DeathAdder V2 review

The Razer DeathAdder V2 is an excellent FPS gaming mouse. Its click latency is extremely low, and you can set your own CPI setting within a very wide range. All buttons can be reprogrammed, and it is comfortable enough to play long gaming marathons.

Razer is one of the biggest names in the gaming industry, offering top-notch peripherals like Razer keyboards, mice, microphones, gaming headsets for PC, and high-end laptops and chairs to fully equip your gaming room. The DeathAdder V2 mouse is one of their most popular models among the best gaming mouse you can buy. Its curved, ergonomic shape makes it comfortable to hold, both with your fingertips and palm, and the intuitive button layout makes it perfect for work and play.

When paired with Razer’s Synapse desktop app, the DeathAdder V2 can be customized to work with a variety of gaming genres, art and photo editing apps, and even office software, making it the ultimate workhorse. The Razer DeathAdder V2 is an excellent FPS gaming mouse. It looks and feels almost identical to the Razer DeathAdder Elite, but has a much improved cable, better feet, and a profile switch button. This mouse also now has onboard memory, so you can save your customization settings to the mouse.

The Razer DeathAdder V2 is impressive for ultralight gaming. While it’s not nearly as light as some dedicated ultralight mice, such as the Glorious Model D, it’s quite a bit lighter than previous versions of the DeathAdder and is surprisingly lightweight. Its performance is excellent, and it can be used with any grip style and almost any hand size.

Razer DeathAdder V2 review: Design

In terms of looks, the DeathAdder V2 hasn’t strayed far from its roots. It’s clearly made of the same casing as before, aside from a few extras sprinkled in here and there. Which isn’t a bad thing – the old DeathAdder mice looked good anyway. The main differences are the new DPI buttons below the scroll wheel, with the latter also getting a slight makeover in the form of a new, grippier surface. Unlike the DeathAdder Elite, these have a square shape and sit in a groove that runs halfway up the mouse. The rubberized grip surfaces have also been redesigned. They are much less noticeable on the V2 and blend in well with the overall design. For example, they’re smaller than you’d expect; that’s an economical use of space.

Razer DeathAdder V2 review: Comfort

One change from the wired DeathAdder V2 is the injection molded rubber grips on both sides. On the V2, the texture was localized, while on the V2 Pro it covers the entire side surfaces. This adds some texture to the mouse and prevents slippage when hands are slightly sweaty. However, it can be uncomfortable for those who like to adjust their grips during extended use. On the left side, there are two additional mouse buttons that are made of the same matte plastic as the case, which makes them stand out against the textured surface.

Razer DeathAdder V2 review: Setup

Setup is as simple as plugging in the mouse, and the Synapse installation starts automatically. With other mice, you usually have to go to the website. This is good, but at the same time there are many different options to choose from during the initial installation, not all of which are applicable, and this could have been clearer in our opinion.

Software and Lighting

Once again, Razer has shined with the backlighting, and although only two zones of light are visible the scroll wheel and the Razer logo – the sheer sharpness and crisp nature of the lighting more than makes up for it. The DeathAdder V2 really comes alive when used with Razer’s Synapse 3 software. With eight programmable buttons and Hypershift, the customization options for the DeathAdder V2 are practically endless, doubling the number of buttons to 16. Programming these features is also one of the easiest ever.

As always with Razer’s Chroma-enabled products, the DeathAdder V2 stands out from the crowd with its lighting engine. Even with the typical presets like breathing and scrolling, Razer is able to shine here. It doesn’t necessarily matter what you select, the DeathAdder V2 always looks good. There are even a few fancier options like the Chroma Visualiser, which, similar to some of Logitech’s offerings, adjusts the backlight to match the computer’s audio.

Razer DeathAdder V2 review: Performance

If you’ve used a DeathAdder before, you know what to expect and the V2 won’t disappoint. If not, you’re in for a pleasant surprise. This is one of the most comfortable gaming mice we’ve ever used, and it has an excellent grip. This mouse won’t escape you, even when you’re tossing it around in games like Apex Legends. It’s the same with the new scroll wheel. You’re always in control, whether you’re zooming in on your animals in Planet Zoo or looking at the entire battlefield in World of Warcraft. In other words, the texture overhaul is a success.

Razer DeathAdder V2 review: Battery Life

The battery life of the DeathAdder V2 Pro is also almost unproblematic. According to Razer, the mouse achieves a battery life of up to 70 hours when using the 2.4 GHz signal and up to 120 hours when using the Bluetooth signal. Both numbers are based on using the Razer mouse with the RGB elements turned off. When the RGB elements are fully enabled, the official number drops to 20 hours using 2.4 GHz. The good news is that you can find your personal sweet spot by adjusting the strength of the lighting and enabling the power saving settings in the mouse’s configuration app, Razer Synapse. At 33 percent power and without power-saving features, the mouse lasted five days on a 2.4 GHz connection with regular use.

Conclusions

Razer’s DeathAdder V2 is a well-balanced gaming mouse that is suitable for a variety of genres, but also for different work programs if you’re looking for a mouse that can do double duty. With a quick button to cycle through 5 configuration profiles, it’s easy to switch from work to play or change button assignments for different games. The Synapse app makes it easy to change the RGB lighting on the buttons, calibrate your mouse’s optical sensor, and access the Razer store, rewards program, and customer support when you need to troubleshoot or replace a broken unit.

Michael Smith
Michael Smith
Michael Smith, a tech-savvy content editor at Bollyinside. With a knack for simplifying complex tech concepts, Michael specializes in crafting user-friendly "How-to" articles and valuable tips. His focus spans Windows, Mac, hardware, and support. Beyond work, he's an avid explorer of diverse tech fields, constantly staying ahead of the curve.

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Razer's DeathAdder V2 is a well-balanced gaming mouse that is suitable for a variety of genres, but also for different work programs if you're looking for a mouse that can do double duty. With a quick button to cycle through 5 configuration profiles, it's easy to switch from work to play or change button assignments for different games.Razer DeathAdder V2 review