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Razer Releases Basilisk V4 Pro Gaming Mouse with New Sensor and More Buttons
Key points
- Basilisk V4 Pro features Focus Pro 50K optical sensor.
- Includes gen-4 optical mouse switches and 8,000 Hz polling rate.
- Adds two new programmable buttons, totaling 12.
- Offers up to 200 hours battery life at 1,000 Hz.
Razer Updates Basilisk Line
Razer has released the Basilisk V4 Pro, an update to its Basilisk gaming mouse series. This follows a systematic update of Razer's gaming mouse lineup over the past two years. The previous update, the Basilisk V3 Pro 35K in October 2024, primarily featured a new sensor.
Key Features and Specifications
The Basilisk V4 Pro incorporates Razer's Focus Pro 50K optical sensor, gen-4 optical mouse switches, and supports up to an 8,000 Hz polling rate. It offers multiple connectivity options and a battery life of up to 200 hours when operating over 2.4GHz at 1,000 Hz. At 8,000 Hz, the battery life is 54 hours.
Design and Ergonomics
Maintaining the general design of its predecessor, the V4 Pro is a contoured, right-handed gaming mouse with RGB lighting. It features an ergonomic shape with a thumb rest and a slightly rearward hump. The mouse includes large primary buttons with shallow finger grooves and a contour on its outer edge for easier lifting.
Programmable Buttons
The Basilisk V4 Pro now has 12 programmable buttons, an increase from previous models. These include the left and right primary buttons, three thumb buttons, a trigger button in the thumb groove, a clickable tilt wheel (center, left, right click), two buttons above the tilt wheel, and an additional button on the left side of the left mouse button.
Pricing and Availability
The Basilisk V4 Pro is priced at $169.99 and is available in black and white colorways. It launched alongside Razer's Mouse Dock V2 Pro, which is sold separately for $69.99.
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Reporting from
Razer has updated its Basilisk gaming mouse line with the Basilisk V4 Pro, featuring the new Focus Pro 50K optical sensor, gen-4 optical switches, and an 8,000 Hz polling rate. This release provides gamers with a versatile option that includes additional programmable buttons and improved battery life.