After the Basilisk, the Naga is also entitled to an upgrade that brings it the new 30K Focus Pro sensor, revised switches and an ultra-customizable wheel never seen before from Razer. Here is our review of the Razer Naga V2 Pro.
The mouse gamer Razer Naga V2 Pro retains a shape strictly identical to the previous version and still benefits from the removable side shell system. This mouse, primarily intended for MOBA and MMORPG players, also finds its audience for office uses.
The second version of the Naga Pro therefore embeds the new optical sensor as well as new switches to improve its general performance. A brand new fully customizable wheel is also appearing, as well as compatibility with the Mouse Dock Pro that we discovered with the Basilisk V3 Pro.
With a recommended retail price of 200 euros, the Naga V2 Pro is quite simply the most expensive gaming mouse passed through our hands and you will have to add 100 euros to add the dock.
Design: a deceptive appearance
Razer has not changed the Naga recipe with this V2 Pro. And for good reason, this new model is in all respects identical with the iteration released last year. We thus find the same ergonomic shape, the same materials and the same interchangeable shells.
The grip is still just as convincing, although it still takes some getting used to for users accustomed to more classic mice. By its shape and its relatively short hull on the back, the Naga V2 Pro is intended above all for a grip palm grip. Like last year, it is mainly the front part of the hand that will rest on the mouse.
Not necessarily the most suitable for shooting games, the Naga nevertheless offers remarkable comfort and a grip that makes it suitable for a multitude of uses. It will satisfy both players and users looking for a customizable mouse for certain creative and office uses.
After a few minutes of use, we quickly notice a first change compared to the V1, in particular at the level of the buttons. The brand has equipped the mouse with new switches which are more lively and generally more comfortable to use. The downside, however, is the increased noise generated by the two main clicks.
On the edges, Razer has kept the non-slip coating which makes it easier to grip the mouse. Naga range obliges, the interchangeable side shells are always in the game with a choice of: 12, 6 or 2 buttons. A specificity that allows the Naga to adapt to all situations. The replacement of the shells is done in a few seconds thanks to the well thought-out magnetic system.
Visually, the wheel has not evolved, if we omit the fact that it has lost its RGB lighting. Only the brand logo, on the upper part of the hull, remained. However, this new wheel hides its game well since it is one of the main new features of the Naga V2 Pro. If we knew the disengageable wheels, we are here faced with a fully configurable model on which we will come back a little later in this test.
Another major novelty: compatibility with the Mouse Dock Pro that we discovered when testing the Basilisk V3 Pro. This docking station, which is once again not supplied, makes the mouse compatible with wireless charging while allowing wireless operation at 4000 Hz.
Under the mouse, we therefore find the location for the charging roller, the button for changing profiles as well as the switch allowing the switch between the different connection modes. If the user has not invested in the brand’s docking station, it is obviously still possible to charge the Naga V2 Pro using the USB-C port and the braided cable provided.
Finally, note that this V2 Pro took about fifteen grams compared to the previous generation which was not already recognized for its lightness. A point that should not be overlooked when buying, as ultralight mice have been in fashion for a few years.
Features: a new fully customizable wheel
One of the main novelties of the Naga V2 Pro is therefore this new customizable wheel. We had already known of automatically disengageable wheels, but here we are in the presence of a completely different operation. Concretely, it is possible to precisely customize the resistance of the wheel and the number of notches of the latter.
For example, in a shooter, you can set up very marked and few notches, in order to make the switch between the different weapons more efficient. Similarly, for office use, the idea may be to reduce the resistance and increase the number of notches to approximate the operation of a fluid wheel like that of Logitech’s MX mice.
Several presets are offered within Synapse, but it is also possible to create a custom setting to adapt the operation of the wheel to our preferences. This wheel does not necessarily revolutionize the use of the mouse, but brings something new that can make sense in certain situations.
For the rest, Synapse leaves us the possibility of customizing in detail the multiple mouse buttons according to our games and applications. The application also automatically detects the number of buttons present on the side shell installed. The possibilities offered by the Naga V2 Pro are endless and it will be particularly suitable for creative people who need many shortcuts.
Good autonomy and a multitude of possible connections
The link with our computer is ensured by the choice of the dongle 2.4 GHz supplied in the box or thanks to the Mouse Dock Pro. It is also possible, as on the previous generation, to use the Naga V2 Pro in Bluetooth with multiple devices. Beyond extending its compatibility, this operation in Bluetooth makes it possible above all to relieve the battery in uses for which performance is not essential.
Thus, Razer announces an autonomy of nearly 300 hours when the Naga is used in Bluetooth. This autonomy is logically halved if the conventional radio link is used. It is obviously difficult to measure this autonomy with precision. However, we were able to use the mouse daily for two weeks without having to charge it once. Finally, note that it is still possible to use the Naga V2 Pro thanks to the USB cable provided in the box.
During our few days of use, we did not notice any malfunction in the radio link, which proved to be reliable and efficient. No latency was noticeable and it is in fact impossible to distinguish with a standard wired link.
Obviously exemplary performance
Razer had the good idea to equip the Naga V2 Pro with the same optical sensor as its latest flagship models. With its sensitivity of 30,000 DPI, a definition of 750 IPS and the ability to withstand accelerations up to 70 G, it is still and always one of the best sensors of the moment.
In use, there is simply nothing to complain about. The mouse responds perfectly in all situations, whether on very demanding titles or in precision uses such as creative tools. We were able to put the Naga V2 Pro to the test both in shooting games and during photo editing in Lightroom without having anything to complain about.
In summary, and beyond its different format, the Razer Naga V2 Pro offers identical performance to its cousins, the Basilisk V3 Pro or DeathAdder V3 Pro. Like the latter, it is positioned as a real benchmark in the gaming mouse market.
Razer Naga V2 Pro Price and Availability
The Razer Naga V2 Pro mouse is available at the recommended price of 200 euros.