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Razer DeathAdder Essential Mouse (Black)

BH #RA0103850100 • MFR #RZ01-03850100-R3U1
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Razer DeathAdder Essential Mouse (Black)
Key Features
  • Wired USB-A Connection
  • 6400 dpi Optical Sensor
  • 5 Programmable Buttons
  • 1000 Hz Polling Rate
The black Razer DeathAdder Essential is a successor to the original Razer DeathAdder, a widely popular mouse in the global professional esports scene. This mouse ensures comfort and reliability by keeping the stable USB-A wired connection and ergonomic shape of the original DeathAdder. The wired connection allows the DeathAdder Essential to operate at a 1000 Hz polling rate, giving quick, precise movements at a maximum dpi of 6400. With five programmable buttons and a single-color green light, an extra sense of control, utility, and style are provided. Using Razer's mechanical switches, the DeathAdder Essential is rated for a lifecycle of 10 million clicks.
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Razer DeathAdder Essential Overview

The black Razer DeathAdder Essential is a successor to the original Razer DeathAdder, a widely popular mouse in the global professional esports scene. This mouse ensures comfort and reliability by keeping the stable USB-A wired connection and ergonomic shape of the original DeathAdder. The wired connection allows the DeathAdder Essential to operate at a 1000 Hz polling rate, giving quick, precise movements at a maximum dpi of 6400. With five programmable buttons and a single-color green light, an extra sense of control, utility, and style are provided. Using Razer's mechanical switches, the DeathAdder Essential is rated for a lifecycle of 10 million clicks.

UPC: 810056142629

Razer DeathAdder Essential Specs

Key Specs
Sensor Type
Optical
Number of Buttons
5
Mouse Hand Orientation
Right
Mouse
Sensor Type
Optical
dpi
6400
Scroll Type
Scroll Wheel
Number of Buttons
5
Acceleration
30 g / 220 ips
Mouse Hand Orientation
Right
LED Indicator
No
Keyboard
LED Illumination
Yes: Green
Connectivity
Connection
Wired: USB-A Cable (Non-Removable)
Full-Functionality OS Support
Windows
General
Color
Black
Cable Length
6.9' / 2.1 m
Dimensions
5 x 2.4 x 1.7" / 127 x 61.7 x 42.7 mm
Weight
0.2 lb / 96 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.42 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.8 x 4.3 x 2"

Razer DeathAdder Essential Reviews

You’ll feel the difference

By Chandler
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-10-15

I needed a new mouse for editing. To be frank, I didn’t see the point in spending more than $10 on a computer mouse. This mouse changed my mind. The cursor movement is smoother, the left and right click are easy to push while having enough resistance to prevent an accidental misclick, and it contours to my hand, just perfectly. Once I plugged this thing in, I immediately felt the difference, and if you’re upgrading from a cheap mouse, try this one. You will feel the difference, too.

Perfect form

By Candy
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-11-29

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Perfect form and feel to this mouse. Something easy to use and share with my 7-year-old son. During the day I use it for work and then at night it can take a beating during a Roblox session. Really happy with it.

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