SteelSeries
Rival 3
The Rival 3 lands as a entry-level gaming mice, built around 77.
53/100
7762515Ambidextrous
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Why we rate it
- Scores 53/100
- Built for the job
- No wireless
- No 2.4 ghz wireless
Score profile
Scored against the gaming mice classWhere the Rival 3 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Sensor
Sensor model62515
Max DPI8500
Design and build
Weight77 g
ShapeAmbidextrous
More specs
Width5.8
Height21.5
Length12
SensorTrueMove Core
SwitchesSteelSeries 60M Blue
ConnectionWired
Button switchesSteelSeries 60M Blue
Max polling rate1000
Dimensions hwl21.5 cm
Max polling rate1000 Hz
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowRival 3 vs ASUS ROG Harpe Ace 2 Black
Rival 3ROG Harpe Ace 2 Black
| SteelSeriesRival 3This page | ASUSROG Harpe Ace 2 Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53 /100 | 64 /100Better |
| Max dpi | 8500 | 42000Better |
| Weight | 77 g | 48 gBetter |
Who it's for
Is the Rival 3 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable gaming mice for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need wireless, in which case a higher-tier gaming mice is the better call.
Competitive player
Cares about latency, precision and feel.
okay
Everyday user
Work and play, wants a reliable all-rounder.
good
Budget buyer
Wants solid basics without overspending.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Rival 3 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 53/100 against other gaming mice, a entry-level result where the class average is around 59.
What stands out on the Rival 3?
Its overall 53/100 rating against the rest of the gaming mice class.
How does it compare to the Basilisk Quartz?
The Basilisk Quartz scores 54/100 versus this one at 53/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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