Earlier this year, I reviewed and gave high marks to the all-new Razer Basilisk V3 (opens in new tab), earning it a slot on the Best Gaming Mice (opens in new tab) list for its many enhancements over the V2. As a result, the Razer Basilisk V3 Pro finally landed in my sweaty palm; according to Razer, the V3 Pro is their most advanced mouse to date, priced at $160 (more than double the wired Basilisk V3). The Mouse Dock Pro and optional charging pack, the V3 Pro would cost $230.

Basically, everything that was good about the V3 is still there, and the V3 Pro just raises the ante and the price. The main difference is that it is wireless, using either a USB dongle or the Razer HyperSpeed Wireless offered via the new Razer Mouse Dock Pro. We had a solid, fast connection with either connection method, so while the dock is a notable addition, we have no complaints.

It's not just the fancy Razer Chroma lighting that syncs with the mouse or the adhesive rubber ring that sticks to your desk, but the surface is also a magnetic wireless charging pad.

A $20 magnetic pack snaps into the back of the V3 Pro, and the mouse sticks to the dock like glue during charging; it should be noted that the V3 Pro can charge any Qi wireless pad as long as the charging pack is attached to the underside of the mouse.

The dock also has a built-in 4,000 Hz transceiver for higher performance. And while it eliminates the need for a proprietary USB dongle (a world first), pairing the mouse to the dock still requires going through the Razer Synapse. I wish there was a way for Razer to pair on the mouse instead of pairing via Synapse.

Other than the charging pack, the design of the V3 Pro is the same as the V3; big, heavy, and comfortable in the hand. 115g is also a disadvantage for an FPS mouse, but great if you like something a little more chunky. I noticed smoother footwork than the V3 Pro; it's unclear if Razer has changed the PTFE feet, but you'll notice it right away.

As for the button layout, mouse switches, and the fun HyperScroll tilt wheel, these are all unchanged from V3 and are perfectly fine for me. RGB lighting on the Roccat Kone XP (opens in new tab) wired XP Air Unlike Roccat, which removed it from its version, Razer maintains the same generous Chroma lighting as the wired V3. In all, it has 13 individually programmable LEDs that shine very brightly. However, the battery drain is severe.

Nevertheless, the V3 Pro can be charged for 90 hours per charge in HyperSpeed Wireless and even longer in Bluetooth mode. Thanks to the convenient new charging dock, it is unlikely to run out of battery just by docking it every night. However, the charging pack is sold separately for $20.

Another new feature added to the V3 Pro is the outrageous 30K DPI Focus Pro sensor, also found on the new Deathadder V3 Pro. Like the 750IPS and 70G acceleration, it is more than adequate for everyday use, but it will make the V3 Pro smooth, precise, and configurable to your liking.

Customization is also important on the V3 Pro, where a handy little paddle shifter on the thumb can double the functionality of the 11 programmable buttons already great on the HyperShift binding. Of course, this still falls short of the (maximum) 20 buttons on the Razer Naga Pro (open in new tab).

That said, the Naga is always a bit overkill, and for MOBA enthusiasts the V3 Pro is easy to set up with all the commands. The paddles are not as ergonomic as the Roccat Kone XP (opens in new tab). However, access to the buttons is good and easy to use even in the middle of a battle.

After using the Basilisk V3 Pro for a while, there is no doubt that it is smoother than the Basilisk V3, but not twice as smooth as the price. The new mouse dock is a cool little add-on that improves performance and wireless charging. But none of them are better for gaming than their much less expensive wired siblings.

Additionally, products like the outstanding Roccat Kone XP Air are the same price, but come with a charging dock in the box. The same cannot be said for the Razer, so despite its smooth wireless glory, I would recommend the Basilisk V3 over this. I would not choose to spend an extra $50 on a dock, especially if they added 4K polling - 1,000Hz.

If you crave wireless technology, it's still a great mouse, and if you already have a Qi charging mat, it might be worth the extra $20 to see the pack.