SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless Mouse

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Product Overview

SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless is a mainstream wireless mouse with Quantum 2.0 Wireless dual 2.4GHz and Bluetooth 5.0 wireless connectivity and single-zone RGB lighting.
The Rival 3 Wireless can be operated with either a single or two AAA batteries, a feature that can be used to customize the weight of the device. Its further features a holder in the battery compartment for the wireless dongle.
Other features found in the Rival 3 Wireless include SteelSeries' mechanical switches rated for 60 million clicks. It uses the same TrueMove Air sensor from the Aerox 3 Wireless, with high resolution, acceleration, and report rate.
The Rival 3 Wireless can be operated wirelessly via either 2.4GHz RF or Bluetooth 5.0.
It is essentially the wireless version of the SteelSeries Rival 3.

Ratings

What we found**

Pros
  • Excellent battery life
  • Excellent wireless connectivity options
  • Good for traveling
Cons
  • Lacks programmable buttons and adjustable DPI
  • Mediocre mouse performance

What external reviewers found***

External score 68% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Feels excellently built
  • Excellent battery life
  • Solid build quality
  • Sleek design
  • Sturdy, durable design
Cons
  • Lacks onboard profile storage
  • Not as ergonomic as other gaming mice
  • Software can be a bit convoluted
  • No thumb wheel for horizontal scrolling
  • No on-mouse indicator
  • Scroll wheel doesn't have L/R tilt buttons
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Specifications

Connectivity

Wireless Connectivity
2.4GHz / Bluetooth 5.0

Construction

Buttons
6 buttons
Cable
2 m / 6.5 ft
Colors
Black Matte Finish
Form Factor
Ergonomic, Right-Handed Wireless Mouse
Material
ABS Plastic
Switch Type
SteelSeries mechanical switches

Dimensions

Size | Depth
120.60 mm / 4.74 inches
Size | Height
37.90 mm / 1.49 inches
Size | Width
67.00 mm / 2.64 inches
Weight
106g (two batteries) / 96g (one battery)

Function

Compatibility
Windows, Mac, Linux, and Xbox
Fast Charging
15 minutes for 10 hours of use
Processor
32-bit ARM processor
Resolution
100–18,000 in 100 CPI Increments
RGB Lighting
1 RGB Zones
Sensor
SteelSeries TrueMove Air (optical)
Weather Resistance
IP54

Performance

Battery Life
400+ hours via Bluetooth
Durability
60 million clicks
Max Acceleration
40G
Report Rate
1000 Hz / 1 ms

Production

Accessory
2x AAA batteries
Debut
2020-09

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3rd-Party Review Videos

External Reviews

pcmag[1]

Reviewer score 77%
Reviewers from pcmag have found the following***:
SteelSeries' new TrueMove Air sensor tracks up to 18,000 DPI and is accurate at up to 400 inches per second. The Rival 3 Wireless supports both the gaming-standard 2.4 GHz connection via USB dongle and Bluetooth wireless. SteelSeries Engine puts every feature and tweak, from button mapping and lighting customization to power-saving settings, on a single screen.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Excellent battery life
  • New TrueMove Air sensor is accurate at up to 400 inches per second
  • Easy-to-use SteelSeries Engine configuration app
Cons
  • Lacks onboard profile storage

rtings[2]

Reviewer score 50%
Reviewers from rtings have found the following***:
The SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless is a good mouse for FPS gaming. Its ambidextrous design is best suited for a claw or fingertip grip. Its click latency is low enough for casual gaming, but competitive gamers may find it too unresponsive. It's a decent option for fans of ultra-light gaming mice, but it's fairly heavy.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Ambidextrous design
  • Feels excellently built
  • Comfortable enough for long gaming sessions
Cons
  • Scroll wheel doesn't have L/R tilt buttons
  • No thumb wheel for horizontal scrolling
  • Not as ergonomic as other gaming mice

tomsguide[3]

Reviewer score 73%
Reviewers from tomsguide have found the following***:
The right-handed Rival 3 Wireless is powered by two AAA batteries (included) The mouse works well for claw and fingertip grip styles, though the slimmer buttons don't offer that satisfying, tactile clickiness you might find in larger mice. The mouse proved comfortable and capable for long gameplay sessions, and it was nice to not have to worry about a cord getting tangled up during my quest for world domination.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Sleek design
  • Easy-to-use software
  • Comfortable to use
Cons
  • Software can be a bit convoluted

tomshardware[4]

Reviewer score 70%
Reviewers from tomshardware have found the following***:
The SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless has a compelling shape, seemingly durable build and numerous quality-of-life features. SteelSeries claims the mouse offers year-long battery life when using two AAA batteries. Unfortunately, the mouse isn't as easy to use as SteelSeries' Engine 3 software.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Sturdy, durable design
  • Long battery life
  • Solid build quality
Cons
  • No on-mouse indicator
  • In-game notifications are a little buried

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References

  1. ^ SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless Gaming Mouse Review. [pcmag]. https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/steelseries-rival-3-wireless-gaming-mouse. 2020-11-11. Retrieved 2021-03-23.
  2. ^ SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless Mouse Review. [rtings]. https://www.rtings.com/mouse/reviews/steelseries/rival-3-wireless. 2020-10-27. Retrieved 2021-03-23.
  3. ^ Steelseries Rival 3 Wireless review. [tomsguide]. https://www.tomsguide.com/reviews/steelseries-rival-3-wireless. 2020-10-30. Retrieved 2021-03-23.
  4. ^ SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless Review: Budget Quality. [tomshardware]. https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/steelseries-rival-3-wireless-gaming-mouse. 2020-11-04. Retrieved 2021-03-23.

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