I've been a competitive gamer for quite a few years now, to the point that I've slowly rolled into unc status without even realizing it. It's through those years of experience, whether it was during my sponsored gaming tenure or peak clutch moments in front of all my friends, that I've come to learn a thing or two about the value of good gear.
I've spent years trying out different mice. These included early Steel Series Kizus, Zowies, and multiple variations of the Logitech Superlight. That's where the Razer Viper V3 Pro comes in. A mouse that not only looks sleek, but also manages to elevate my gameplay.
For multiple years, I played with both the Logitech Pro X Superlight 1 and 2 without even looking at other mice. I was a Logitech believer, and nothing was changing that, well, that was until my Superlight started double-clicking.
I won't blame Logitech; all mice eventually cave, and some just die before they should. However, it gave me a chance to look around and see what else was out there. That's where I came across the Viper V3 Pro. Check out our review for an even more in-depth look.
I wasn't sure about it, since I had never liked the Deathadder lineup, but I was willing to give it a try. One Amazon order later, and I had the mouse in my hand.
Right off the bat, I noticed how incredibly light it was compared to the Superlight lineup. It actually caught me off guard, a competitive mouse from another company that was lighter than a SUPERLIGHT? Not only that, but it felt incredibly well-shaped ergonomically.
Next came the 8KHz polling rate. Unimaginable response time at anything above 1KHz, 8KHz will bring your experience to a whole new level of intensity. While higher polling rates come at the cost of CPU usage, anything from 4KHz to 8KHz on the Razer Viper 3 Pro is otherworldly.
For my personal sweet spot that delivers on performance, battery life, and CPU usage, I've stuck with 4KHz for the last few months. Not only did it help me reach Diamond in my first ranked season of Rainbow Six Siege X, but it set me on a path of complete confidence that I'd never felt with any other mouse prior.
Seriously, if you're in the market for something that will rock your world and you have the budget, the Razer Viper V3 Pro is the mouse to get. Either for yourself, or that crazy, competitive best friend that could use a little something extra!
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FAQs
What day is Cyber Monday 2025?
Cyber Monday starts on Monday, December 1, 2025, but, as with Black Friday, it has already begun appearing as the theme for deals at certain retailers. While its discounts are generally restricted to the day itself, some deals may extend into Tuesday and beyond.
When does Cyber Monday start on Amazon?
Cyber Monday has already started on Amazon US, with its promotional messaging shifting away from Black Friday in the early hours of Saturday morning, on November 29, 2025, and is expected to last until the end of Monday, December 1, 2025.
More Cyber Monday 2025 - quick links
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- Xbox controllers: our top picks for best controller deals
- ANC headphones: great Cyber Monday deals on the best ANC headphones
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