MICE · YOUR NEXT FACE-OFF

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed vs SteelSeries Rival 5

Real specs. Clear sources.Exact models · UK & US buying links

Compared products

YOUR FIRST CHOICE

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Black · RZ01-04870100-R3G1 · UK manufacturer configuration

Full product profile Official image

Exact model & source notes

The Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed is Razer's wireless right-handed ergonomic mouse with a thumb rest, powered by one AA battery and switchable between HyperSpeed wireless and Bluetooth.

Specifications checked 26 Sept 2026.

Amazon links open search results. Check the exact variant, current price and availability with the retailer.

Manufacturer specifications

WHICH SUITS YOU?

Choose the Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed for

A wireless connection

Choose the SteelSeries Rival 5 for

A wired connection
More stated listed controls: 9 vs 7

Built from verified specifications that differ. Not a rating or a recommendation.

See the 10 verified differences

THE CONTENDER

SteelSeries Rival 5

Black · 62551 · global manufacturer configuration

Full product profile Official image

Exact model & source notes

The Rival 5 is SteelSeries's wired right-handed multi-button mouse: 85 g, nine programmable buttons including a five-button side panel, a TrueMove Air sensor from 100 to 18,000 CPI and 10-zone RGB.

Specifications checked 26 Sept 2026.

Amazon links open search results. Check the exact variant, current price and availability with the retailer.

Manufacturer specifications

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed UK & US retailers

UK & US price history: no verified listing yet

SteelSeries Rival 5 UK & US retailers

UK & US price history: no verified listing yet

Search links open retailer results, not a matched listing; eBay listings are checked daily. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. As an eBay Partner, we may be compensated if you make a purchase.

THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

How to read this comparison

Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
“Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.

SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE7 topics

SELECTED TOPIC

01 / 07

Connections

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeedRazer HyperSpeed wireless (USB dongle); Bluetooth

Manufacturer specification · Wireless only: Razer lists no cable or wired mode. The dongle stores under the top cover and supports HyperSpeed multi-device pairing.

Source 1 Source 2 Source 3

SteelSeries Rival 5Wired

Manufacturer specification · Original exact manufacturer description: Wired USB (Super Mesh cable). Wired only; SteelSeries lists no wireless mode or battery. UK/US source explicitly says Wired; USB port is required and the separate cable entry is Super Mesh2m/6.67ft. No connector shape, cable-part equivalence or wireless capability is inferred.

Source 1 Source 2

Explore the full specifications

Choose the grip, then check the connection. Left-side thumb controls are not a mirrored left-handed layout. Check the receiver or USB connection, battery requirements and your preferred shape. DPI is tracking resolution, not an accuracy score; no gaming winner is inferred.

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

10 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 6 are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

Connections

In Visual facts

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeedRazer HyperSpeed wireless (USB dongle); Bluetooth

SteelSeries Rival 5Wired

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Manufacturer specification · Wireless only: Razer lists no cable or wired mode. The dongle stores under the top cover and supports HyperSpeed multi-device pairing.

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed — Razer UK product overview and FAQ Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3U1) — Razer US store page and tech specs

SteelSeries Rival 5

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Sensor model / type

In Visual facts

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeedRazer 5G Advanced 18K optical

SteelSeries Rival 5SteelSeries TrueMove Air optical

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Manufacturer specification · Razer's sensor name.

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3U1) — Razer US store page and tech specs

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries says the sensor was designed with PixArt and includes tilt tracking.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications

Sensor settings and manufacturer tracking limits describe capabilities, not independently measured accuracy or gaming performance. Preserve each test surface and software condition.

Listed controls

In Visual facts

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed7

SteelSeries Rival 59

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Manufacturer specification · Razer states 7 programmable buttons and 9 programmable controls (the 9 include scroll up and scroll down).

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed — Razer UK product overview and FAQ

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries lists 9 buttons and says every button is programmable, including a five-button side panel with a toggle switch.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications

Physical clicks, programmable wheel actions and optional side buttons can produce different counts. Read each configuration; a larger count does not establish better control or programmability.

Main switch technology

In Visual facts

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeedRazer Mechanical Mouse Switches Gen-2

SteelSeries Rival 5SteelSeries Golden Micro IP54 mechanical switches

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Manufacturer specification · Mechanical switches with gold-plated contacts.

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed — Razer UK product overview and FAQ

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries describes the switches as dust and water resistant.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

Switch actuation and button tensioning describe different parts of a click mechanism. Read the documented technology; its name alone does not establish latency, durability or feel.

Customisation software

In Visual facts

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeedRazer Synapse

SteelSeries Rival 5SteelSeries GG (Engine 3.18.4 or later; Windows 7+, macOS 10.12+)

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Manufacturer specification · HyperShift secondary commands and custom DPI are set in Razer Synapse.

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed — Razer UK product overview and FAQ

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · The specification table names SteelSeries Engine 3.18.4+; the feature text names SteelSeries GG.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

Stored profiles, sensitivity settings and software assignments are different capabilities. An unspecified profile count is not zero; check the software and firmware conditions.

Listed package

In Visual facts

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeedMouse; wireless USB dongle; Important Product Information Guide; 1 × AA battery

SteelSeries Rival 5Rival 5 Gaming Mouse; Product Information Guide

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer box contents; no cable is included. Check the seller's listing.

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer box contents; check the seller's listing.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Show 4 more verified differences

Claimed main-switch durability

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed60 million clicks

SteelSeries Rival 580 million clicks

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Manufacturer specification · Razer's lifecycle rating for the mechanical switches.

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Published tracking speed

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed450 IPS

SteelSeries Rival 5400 IPS

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Manufacturer specification · Razer's maximum speed rating; test surface not stated.

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · Rated on SteelSeries QcK surfaces.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

Sensor settings and manufacturer tracking limits describe capabilities, not independently measured accuracy or gaming performance. Preserve each test surface and software condition.

Body width

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed75.1 mm

SteelSeries Rival 562.9 mm

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Manufacturer specification · Razer's listed width; Razer does not state the measurement basis.

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · Widest listed (front) figure.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Dimensions

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed130.1 × 75.1 × 42.5 mm (length × width × height)

SteelSeries Rival 5128.8 × 62.9 × 42.1 mm (length × width × height)

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Manufacturer specification · Mouse body as listed by Razer.

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3U1) — Razer US store page and tech specs

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · Length plus SteelSeries's widest (front, 62.9 mm) width and rear height; it lists 62.8 mm at the centre, 58.2 mm at the back and 26.7 mm front height.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Small physical differences (1)

Body length

In Visual facts

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed130.1 mm

SteelSeries Rival 5128.8 mm

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Manufacturer specification · Mouse body length.

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Configuration & compatibility details (1)

Hand orientation

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeedRight-handed ergonomic shape with thumb rest; multi-function trigger on the left

SteelSeries Rival 5Right-handed ergonomic shape; five-button side panel on the left

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Manufacturer specification · Razer's stated form factor and FAQ. Not a grip or comfort test.

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed — Razer UK product overview and FAQ

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries's stated shape, suggested for claw, palm or fingertip grip; side-panel position from the official product views. Not a comfort test.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications

Both sources describe right-hand controls. Their wording does not establish a different hand orientation or identical shape and comfort.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (13)

Scroll controls

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeedStandard scroll wheel; no tilt-click

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Manufacturer specification

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs

SteelSeries Rival 5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Maximum report rate

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeedNot verified

SteelSeries Rival 51000 Hz

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Razer does not list a report (polling) rate for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Neither the UK nor US specification table nor the overview states a polling rate; Razer does not list HyperPolling support for this model.

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3U1) — Razer US store page and tech specs

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · 1000 Hz (1 ms) over the wired connection.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Onboard profile capacity

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed1 profile

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Manufacturer specification · One onboard profile, per Razer's specification table.

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3U1) — Razer US store page and tech specs

SteelSeries Rival 5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Onboard memory

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeedYes

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Manufacturer specification · Razer's specification table lists one onboard memory profile.

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs

SteelSeries Rival 5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Battery life

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeedUp to 285 hours (HyperSpeed wireless); up to 535 hours (Bluetooth); one AA battery

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Manufacturer specification · Razer's rated life per connection mode on a single replaceable AA battery (one included); lighting and report-rate test conditions are not stated.

SteelSeries Rival 5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Cable length

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeedNot verified

SteelSeries Rival 52 m

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

No source recorded for this side.

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · Super Mesh (microfibre mesh) cable.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Charging capability

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeedNot verified

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

The retained exact sources establish one AA battery, the included cell, eventual battery replacement and Cable: None, but do not explicitly establish in-mouse charging support or a charging prohibition. Charging capability remains unverified. · Manufacturer specification · The positive single-AA supply and 285/535 hour mode ratings remain in Battery life; the included AA and explicit Cable=None package/specification statements are preserved. Neither rechargeable support nor an inability to charge is inferred solely from those facts. No charger, chemistry, capacity or charge time is invented.

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed — Razer UK product overview and FAQ

SteelSeries Rival 5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Compatibility

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeedNot verified

SteelSeries Rival 5Windows, Mac, Xbox and Linux; USB port required

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

No source recorded for this side.

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

On-the-fly DPI settings

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed5 settings

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Manufacturer specification · Five factory DPI stages (400, 800, 1600 default, 3200, 6400) cycled by the top DPI button; custom values via Synapse.

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed — Razer UK product overview and FAQ

SteelSeries Rival 5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Glide feet

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed100% PTFE

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Manufacturer specification

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs

SteelSeries Rival 5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

RGB lighting zones

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeedNot verified

SteelSeries Rival 510

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

No source recorded for this side.

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · The exact product source explicitly states 10 configurable RGB zones. Published lighting implementation: 10-zone RGB (PrismSync). Source-specific tooling, location, modes and effects remain qualified; more detailed wording does not establish another RGB product lacks that implementation. Status indicators are not counted as additional configurable zones.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Minimum sensitivity

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeedNot verified

SteelSeries Rival 5100 DPI

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Razer does not list a minimum sensitivity for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Razer lists only the 18,000 DPI maximum.

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · Lowest CPI setting listed by SteelSeries.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Weight

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed110 g

SteelSeries Rival 585 g

Sources

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed weight; Razer does not state whether the AA battery is included.

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3U1) — Razer US store page and tech specs

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed weight; SteelSeries does not state whether the cable is included.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications

The manufacturer sources do not establish the same cable weighing basis. Both published masses remain visible with their conditions, but are not ranked.

3 shared fields have the same recorded value.

WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed

What it brings

Razer rates one AA battery for up to 285 hours on HyperSpeed wireless or 535 hours on Bluetooth, and the dongle stores inside the mouse.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
It has a thumb rest and a multi-function trigger, with 7 programmable buttons (9 controls) and Chroma RGB.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

What to check

Razer lists 110 g; there is no wired mode, it runs on one AA battery, and Razer lists no tilt scroll wheel.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
Razer rates the 18K sensor at 450 IPS and 40 G, there is one onboard profile, and Razer does not state the report rate or minimum DPI.
Manufacturer source

SteelSeries Rival 5

What it brings

SteelSeries says all nine buttons are programmable, including a five-button thumb panel with a toggle switch.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
SteelSeries lists a 100–18,000 CPI range with zero hardware acceleration, IP54 dust- and water-resistant main switches rated for 80 million clicks, and a 2 m mesh cable.
Manufacturer source

What to check

It is wired only and right-handed only, and SteelSeries lists it at 85 g.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
SteelSeries does not state onboard memory or profile storage on this page, and the report rate is 1000 Hz.
Manufacturer source

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

How we verify

Differences only

28 of 28 specifications Sources in each row

Source-backed specifications for Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed and SteelSeries Rival 5
Specification	Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed	SteelSeries Rival 5

WeightDifferent Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed weight; Razer does not state whether the AA battery is included. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3U1) — Razer US store page and tech specs SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed weight; SteelSeries does not state whether the cable is included. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications	110 g	85 g
DimensionsDifferent Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification · Mouse body as listed by Razer. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3U1) — Razer US store page and tech specs SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · Length plus SteelSeries's widest (front, 62.9 mm) width and rear height; it lists 62.8 mm at the centre, 58.2 mm at the back and 26.7 mm front height. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications	130.1 × 75.1 × 42.5 mm (length × width × height)	128.8 × 62.9 × 42.1 mm (length × width × height)
Body lengthDifferent Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification · Mouse body length. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	130.1 mm	128.8 mm
Body widthDifferent Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification · Razer's listed width; Razer does not state the measurement basis. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · Widest listed (front) figure. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	75.1 mm	62.9 mm
Hand orientationDifferent Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification · Razer's stated form factor and FAQ. Not a grip or comfort test. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed — Razer UK product overview and FAQ SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries's stated shape, suggested for claw, palm or fingertip grip; side-panel position from the official product views. Not a comfort test. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications	Right-handed ergonomic shape with thumb rest; multi-function trigger on the left	Right-handed ergonomic shape; five-button side panel on the left
Glide feet Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	100% PTFE	Not provided

Sensor model / typeDifferent Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification · Razer's sensor name. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3U1) — Razer US store page and tech specs SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries says the sensor was designed with PixArt and includes tilt tracking. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications	Razer 5G Advanced 18K optical	SteelSeries TrueMove Air optical
Maximum tracking resolution Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries states CPI; adjustable in 100 CPI increments. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	18000 DPI	18000 DPI
Minimum sensitivity Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Razer does not list a minimum sensitivity for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Razer lists only the 18,000 DPI maximum. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · Lowest CPI setting listed by SteelSeries. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	Not provided	100 DPI
Maximum report rate Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Razer does not list a report (polling) rate for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Neither the UK nor US specification table nor the overview states a polling rate; Razer does not list HyperPolling support for this model. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3U1) — Razer US store page and tech specs SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · 1000 Hz (1 ms) over the wired connection. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	Not provided	1000 Hz
Published tracking speedDifferent Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification · Razer's maximum speed rating; test surface not stated. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · Rated on SteelSeries QcK surfaces. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	450 IPS	400 IPS
Published acceleration threshold Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification · Razer's maximum acceleration rating; test surface not stated. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries also states zero hardware acceleration. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	40 G	40 G
On-the-fly DPI settings Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification · Five factory DPI stages (400, 800, 1600 default, 3200, 6400) cycled by the top DPI button; custom values via Synapse. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed — Razer UK product overview and FAQ SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	5 settings	Not provided

Listed controlsDifferent Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification · Razer states 7 programmable buttons and 9 programmable controls (the 9 include scroll up and scroll down). Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed — Razer UK product overview and FAQ SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries lists 9 buttons and says every button is programmable, including a five-button side panel with a toggle switch. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications	7	9
Main switch technologyDifferent Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification · Mechanical switches with gold-plated contacts. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed — Razer UK product overview and FAQ SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries describes the switches as dust and water resistant. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	Razer Mechanical Mouse Switches Gen-2	SteelSeries Golden Micro IP54 mechanical switches
Claimed main-switch durabilityDifferent Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification · Razer's lifecycle rating for the mechanical switches. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	60 million clicks	80 million clicks
Scroll controls Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	Standard scroll wheel; no tilt-click	Not provided

ConnectionsDifferent Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification · Wireless only: Razer lists no cable or wired mode. The dongle stores under the top cover and supports HyperSpeed multi-device pairing. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed — Razer UK product overview and FAQ Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3U1) — Razer US store page and tech specs SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · Original exact manufacturer description: Wired USB (Super Mesh cable). Wired only; SteelSeries lists no wireless mode or battery. UK/US source explicitly says Wired; USB port is required and the separate cable entry is Super Mesh2m/6.67ft. No connector shape, cable-part equivalence or wireless capability is inferred. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications	Razer HyperSpeed wireless (USB dongle); Bluetooth	Wired
Battery life Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification · Razer's rated life per connection mode on a single replaceable AA battery (one included); lighting and report-rate test conditions are not stated. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed — Razer UK product overview and FAQ Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3U1) — Razer US store page and tech specs SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	Up to 285 hours (HyperSpeed wireless); up to 535 hours (Bluetooth); one AA battery	Not provided
Cable length Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed No source recorded. SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · Super Mesh (microfibre mesh) cable. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	Not provided	2 m

Onboard memory Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification · Razer's specification table lists one onboard memory profile. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	Yes	Not provided
Onboard profile capacity Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification · One onboard profile, per Razer's specification table. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3U1) — Razer US store page and tech specs SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	1 profile	Not provided
Lighting Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification · Published lighting implementation: Razer Chroma RGB. Source-specific tooling, location, modes and effects remain qualified; more detailed wording does not establish another RGB product lacks that implementation. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · Published lighting implementation: 10-zone RGB (PrismSync). Source-specific tooling, location, modes and effects remain qualified; more detailed wording does not establish another RGB product lacks that implementation. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications	RGB	RGB
Customisation softwareDifferent Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification · HyperShift secondary commands and custom DPI are set in Razer Synapse. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed — Razer UK product overview and FAQ SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · The specification table names SteelSeries Engine 3.18.4+; the feature text names SteelSeries GG. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	Razer Synapse	SteelSeries GG (Engine 3.18.4 or later; Windows 7+, macOS 10.12+)
RGB lighting zones Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed No source recorded. SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · The exact product source explicitly states 10 configurable RGB zones. Published lighting implementation: 10-zone RGB (PrismSync). Source-specific tooling, location, modes and effects remain qualified; more detailed wording does not establish another RGB product lacks that implementation. Status indicators are not counted as additional configurable zones. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications	Not provided	10

Listed packageDifferent Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer box contents; no cable is included. Check the seller's listing. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer box contents; check the seller's listing. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	Mouse; wireless USB dongle; Important Product Information Guide; 1 × AA battery	Rival 5 Gaming Mouse; Product Information Guide
Compatibility Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed No source recorded. SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	Not provided	Windows, Mac, Xbox and Linux; USB port required

Show unverified (1)Not verified, not provided or conflicting for both products. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.

Specifications without verified values for either product
Charging capability Sources Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed The retained exact sources establish one AA battery, the included cell, eventual battery replacement and Cable: None, but do not explicitly establish in-mouse charging support or a charging prohibition. Charging capability remains unverified. · Manufacturer specification · The positive single-AA supply and 285/535 hour mode ratings remain in Battery life; the included AA and explicit Cable=None package/specification statements are preserved. Neither rechargeable support nor an inability to charge is inferred solely from those facts. No charger, chemistry, capacity or charge time is invented. Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed (RZ01-04870100-R3G1) — Razer UK store page and tech specs Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed — Razer UK product overview and FAQ SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	Not listed by the manufacturer	Not provided

First product manufacturer source Second product manufacturer source

FIND YOUR CONTENDERS

More products

Closest mice to this pair by shared key specifications. Not a popularity ranking.

See all 62 mice

Logitech G203 LIGHTSYNC

Weight: 85 g
Controls: 6 controls
Body length: 116.6 mm

Prices & product profile

Razer Basilisk V3

Weight: 101 g
Body length: 130 mm
Sensor model / type: Razer Focus+ 26K optical

Prices & product profile

Logitech G402 Hyperion Fury

Weight: 108 g
Controls: 8 controls
Body length: 136 mm

Prices & product profile

Logitech B100 Optical USB Mouse

Weight: 90 g
Controls: 3 controls
Body length: 113 mm

Prices & product profile

Each record represents an explicitly checked model and configuration. Original import: 5 Sept 2026; this is not its verification date. This is not a list of current offers or a popularity ranking.