SteelSeries

Rival 300

A entry-level gaming mice for PC and console players, leading with 130.

50/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
130Ergonomic

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Why we rate it

  • Scores 50/100
  • Compared on the spec sheet
  • No wireless
  • No 2.4 ghz wireless
Score profile

Where the Rival 300 wins and loses

Scored against the gaming mice class
SensorOverallValue295050
Sensor
29
Overall spec score
50
Value position
50
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Sensor

Max DPI6500

Design and build

Weight130 g
ShapeErgonomic

More specs

SensorPMW 3310
SwitchesOmron
ConnectionWired
Dimensions hwl7 cm
Max polling rate1000 Hz
Head to head

Rival 300 vs ASUS ROG Harpe Ace 2 Black

Highlighted cell = better in that row
SensorOverallValue
Rival 300ROG Harpe Ace 2 Black
 SteelSeriesRival 300This pageASUSROG Harpe Ace 2 Black
Overall score50 /10064 /100Better
Max dpi650042000Better
Weight130 g48 gBetter
Who it's for

Is the Rival 300 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 300 worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 50/100 against other gaming mice, a entry-level result where the class average is around 59.

What stands out on the Rival 300?

Its overall 50/100 rating against the rest of the gaming mice class.

How does it compare to the BenQ Zowie U2?

The BenQ Zowie U2 scores 51/100 versus this one at 50/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.