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BenQ Zowie ZA13-C vs Razer DeathAdder V2: Comparison
BenQ Zowie ZA13-C vs Razer DeathAdder V2 max dpi compared
On max dpi the spread is 84%, BenQ Zowie ZA13-C 3200 DPI against Razer DeathAdder V2 20000 DPI, so Razer DeathAdder V2 takes it. Razer DeathAdder V2 also leads on buttons, 5 on the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C versus 8 on the Razer DeathAdder V2. Rgb lighting is not the same on both, No on the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C versus Yes on the Razer DeathAdder V2. There is a split on switch type as well, Mechanical on the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C versus Optical on the Razer DeathAdder V2.
Which should you buy, BenQ Zowie ZA13-C or Razer DeathAdder V2?
The BenQ Zowie ZA13-C suits palm grip players with medium to large hands and competitive FPS players who prefer a driverless mouse, though it is not built for fingertip or claw grip players wanting a smaller shell and buyers who want RGB or onboard memory. Buy the Razer DeathAdder V2 for FPS players who want optical switches for lower click latency, though it is not the pick for left-handed or ambidextrous grip users and players who want a wireless connection. The same goes for right-handed palm and claw grip users who want a proven ergonomic fit. Our rating of the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C (8/10): A tall, grippy esports mouse for palm grip players who want the Zowie no-frills philosophy in a larger shell. Our rating of the Razer DeathAdder V2 (9/10): the benchmark ergonomic wired mouse most other ergonomic shapes get compared against.
Frequently asked questions
Do the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C and Razer DeathAdder V2 differ on sensor model?
Yes. Sensor Model reads PixArt PMW3360 on the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C versus Focus+ Optical on the Razer DeathAdder V2.
Is the Connectivity the same on the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C and Razer DeathAdder V2?
It is. Both are listed at Wired, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- BenQ Zowie
- Razer DeathAdder V2
- Razer
Connectivity
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- Wired
- Razer DeathAdder V2
- Wired
Grip Type
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- Ambidextrous
- Razer DeathAdder V2
- Right-Handed
Model
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- ZA13-C
- Razer DeathAdder V2
- DeathAdder V2
Shape
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- Symmetrical
- Razer DeathAdder V2
- Ergonomic
Sensor Model
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- PixArt PMW3360
- Razer DeathAdder V2
- Focus+ Optical
Sensor Tier
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- Mid-Range
- Razer DeathAdder V2
- Flagship
Max DPI
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- 3200 DPI-84%
- Razer DeathAdder V2
- 20000 DPIBest
Buttons
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- 5-37%
- Razer DeathAdder V2
- 8Best
Polling Rate
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- 1000 Hz
- Razer DeathAdder V2
- 1000 Hz
RGB Lighting
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- No
- Razer DeathAdder V2
- Yes
Weight
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- 90 g-10%
- Razer DeathAdder V2
- 82 gBest
Switch Type
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- Mechanical
- Razer DeathAdder V2
- Optical
Which one should you pick?
Choose BenQ Zowie ZA13-C if you want the higher polling rate (1000 Hz vs 1000 Hz).
Choose Razer DeathAdder V2 if you want the higher max DPI (20000 DPI vs 3200 DPI), the higher buttons (8 vs 5) and the lower weight (82 g vs 90 g).
Verdict
BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A tall, grippy esports mouse for palm grip players who want the Zowie no-frills philosophy in a larger shell.
Razer DeathAdder V2
9 / 10 Expert Rating
The benchmark ergonomic wired mouse most other ergonomic shapes get compared against.