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Razer DeathAdder Essential Gaming Mouse: 6400 DPI Optical Sensor - 5 Programmable Buttons - Mechanical Switches - Rubber Side Grips - Classic Black
- HIGH-PRECISION 6,400 DPI OPTICAL SENSOR — Offers on-the-fly sensitivity adjustment through dedicated DPI buttons (reprogrammable) for gaming and creative work
- DURABLE MECHANICAL SWITCHES — Supports up to 10 million clicks, backed by a 2 year warranty
- RIDGED, RUBBERIZED SCROLL WHEEL FOR MAXIMUM ACCURACY — Small, tactile bumps increases grip and allows for more controlled scrolling in high-stakes gaming situations
- 5 PROGRAMMABLE BUTTONS — Allows for button remapping and assignment of complex macro functions through Razer Synapse
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The Razer DeathAdder Essential is the essential gaming mouse to kickstart a proper gaming rig. The 6,400 DPI optical sensor enables fast and precise swipes for great control, while an ergonomic form allows for extended hours of gaming. Its also built for durability, featuring 5 Hyperesponse buttons that can go up to 10 million clicks.
The Razer DeathAdder Essential is the essential gaming mouse to kickstart a proper gaming rig. The 6,400 DPI optical sensor enables fast and precise swipes for great control, while an ergonomic form allows for extended hours of gaming. Its also built for durability, featuring 5 Hyperesponse buttons that can go up to 10 million clicks.KEY_TAB
The Razer DeathAdder Essential is the essential gaming mouse to kickstart a proper gaming rig. The 6,400 DPI optical sensor enables fast and precise swipes for great control, while an ergonomic form allows for extended hours of gaming. Its also built for durability, featuring 5 Hyperesponse buttons that can go up to 10 million clicks.KEY_TAB
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- Limited Warranty period (parts): 1 year
- Limited Warranty period (labor): 1 year
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The Razer DeathAdder Essential is a right-handed wired gaming mouse with a 6,400 DPI optical sensor and five programmable buttons, suited to players who want adjustable sensitivity and customizable controls for PC gaming.
Recommended For
- Right-handed players with medium-to-large hands who prefer a palm grip and want a full-sized, contoured mouse for regular gaming.
- Desktop gamers who want a straightforward wired mouse for FPS play and don’t need a lightweight design; reviewers found its tracking and click latency satisfactory for this use.
- Players who prefer a wired setup and don’t want to manage charging or wireless pairing; the Essential connects by USB and is designed for stationary use.
- Users who want a few programmable buttons for everyday shortcuts or occasional game commands, rather than a large set of dedicated MMO controls.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | Wired use for gaming, business, or personal computing with a laptop, PC, or gaming console |
| Tracking And Controls | Optical tracking up to 6,400 DPI with 5 programmable buttons; right-hand oriented and listed for all grip styles |
| Connectivity And Power | Wired USB connection with corded electric power |
| Operating System Compatibility | Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux; minimum required operating system version is Windows 10 |
| Size And Construction | 0.13 kg lightweight design with a rubber enclosure; 5 inches long and 2.43 inches wide, with an ergonomic design |
| Color | Black |
| Model Identifiers | Razer DeathAdder Essential, DeathAdder series; model and part number RZ01-03850100-R3U1 |