Razer DeathAdder V3 vs Razer Cobra vs Logitech G305
Three affordable gaming mice that end up on the same shortlist when the budget is tight. Two light wired Razer mice with very different shapes, and the wireless Logitech classic that runs on a single AA battery.
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Spec by spec
| Spec | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 59 g | 58 g(Best in this row) | 99 g |
| Shape | Ergonomic | Symmetrical | Symmetrical |
| Connection | Wired | Wired | Wireless |
| Sensor | Razer Focus Pro 30K | 8500 DPI optical sensor | HERO |
| Max DPI | 30,000(Best in this row) | 8,500 | 12,000 |
| Polling rate | 8,000 Hz(Best in this row) | Not listed | 1,000 Hz |
| Battery life | Not listed | Not listed | 250 h |
| Price | $44.99 | $39.99(Best in this row) | $59.99 |
| Setuplify score | Setuplify score: 8.6/10(Best in this row) | Setuplify score: 7.6/10 | Setuplify score: 8.0/10 |
| Value score | Value score: 9.0/10 | Value score: 9.2/10 | Value score: 9.4/10(Best in this row) |
Highlighted values are the best of the row. Prices are for United States.
Where each one wins
Razer DeathAdder V3
Our pick overall
Competitive gaming with a palm or claw grip
- Wins on
- Max DPI, Polling rate, Setuplify score
- Falls behind on
- Value score
Razer Cobra
Best value
Budget gaming setups and students
- Wins on
- Weight, Price
- Falls behind on
- Max DPI, Setuplify score
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED
Budget gaming setups and students
- Wins on
- Value score
- Falls behind on
- Weight, Polling rate, Price
Who should buy which
Pick the Razer Cobra if you want the lowest price and a light 58 g mouse with a compact symmetrical shape and RGB underglow. Pick the Razer DeathAdder V3 if you can spend a bit more and are right-handed: its ergonomic shape suits a palm grip, it weighs 59 g, and its better sensor reaches a true 8,000 Hz over the cable. Pick the Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED if you want no cable at all: it runs up to 250 hours on one AA battery and its receiver stores inside, at the cost of weight (99 g). The Cobra and the G305 both have small shapes, so large hands lean toward the DeathAdder V3.
Also worth a look
Other mice we rate that sit close to these two.
Logitech Mouse
Logitech MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition
- 141 g
- Ergonomic
- Wireless
$83.99Setuplify score: 8.8/10
Questions people ask
Which budget mouse is best for large hands?
The Razer DeathAdder V3. The Razer Cobra and the Logitech G305 both have small, compact shapes, while the DeathAdder V3 is a larger right-handed ergonomic mouse.
Is the G305 rechargeable?
No, it runs on one AA battery rated for up to 250 hours. That adds weight (99 g in total), but you never wait for a recharge.