SteelSeries Prime Neo Noir
Score: 85/100
Razer Basilisk V3
Score: 84/100Rankings
The SteelSeries Prime Neo Noir combines a 69 g ultra-light chassis with a TrueMove Pro sensor and premium Prestige OM switches, adding Prism RGB lighting on the scroll wheel. Its right-handed design and lack of wireless connectivity may deter some users. Best for right-handed competitive gamers who value lightweight precision.
The Razer Basilisk V3 35K is a wired ergonomic mouse delivering a 35K DPI Focus Pro sensor, 11 programmable buttons and a versatile HyperScroll tilt wheel with 11-zone RGB lighting. Weighing 101 g and lacking wireless capability, it is bulkier than lightweight alternatives. Best for users who need extensive controls and high precision for strategy or MMO titles.
| Attribute | | |
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18,000 | 35,000best | |
| ↓ lower better | 69 gbest | 101 g |
— | 11best | |
— | 8,000 Hzbest | |
— | 2 yearsbest | |
1 | 11best |
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Performance(1) | ||
Maximum DPI | 18000 | 35000 |
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Weight (g) | 69 g | 101 g |
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Sensor Type | TrueMove Pro | Focus Pro 35K |
Lighting(1) | ||
Lighting Zones | 1 | 11 |
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Professional reviewers praise the Prime Neo Noir for its esports-grade precision, citing the TrueMove Pro sensor's 1:1 tracking and tilt correction, the ultra-responsive Prestige OM switches, and the ultra-light 69 g chassis that reduces fatigue. They also commend the wired reliability and subtle RGB lighting, while noting the potential downside of the very light weight and the absence of a wireless option.
Everyday users generally appreciate the mouse's smooth, responsive feel, lightweight comfort, and the PTFE feet that glide well even without a mouse pad. Recurring criticisms focus on the 69 g weight being too light for some grip styles, the right-handed only design, lack of wireless connectivity, limited button count, and occasional cable-management issues.
Professional reviewers consider the Basilisk V3 35K the best overall gaming mouse for its flawless 35K sensor performance, extensive button layout, and ergonomic comfort, though they caution that its 101 g weight and lack of wireless connectivity make it less suitable for high-speed FPS competition.
Everyday users love the mouse's precise tracking, versatile tilt wheel, and comfortable shape for long sessions, but many lament the heavy weight, occasional side-button misclicks, and the fact that it is wired and right-handed only.
