Storm Score 76 out of 100
Reviews 5 published
Outlets 4 publications
Top Outlet RTINGS highest score
% Positive 100% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“Critics praise the SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless Gen 2 as a budget‑friendly, reliable gaming mouse that delivers solid FPS performance and low latency, though some note it doesn’t eclipse the original Rival in standout features.”

Certified
Critically
Acclaimed
76 / 100
Tier Distribution 5 reviews total
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Universal Acclaim (90–100): 0 reviews
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 5 reviews
Mixed Reception (<70): 0 reviews

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Affordable solid construction
  • Responsive sensor with high DPI
  • Comfortable ergonomics for long sessions
  • Durable braided cable
  • Excellent Performance
  • Convenient Connectivity

Points of Contention

  • Relies on batteries and adds weight
  • No programmable lighting
  • Heavier Than Wired Version
  • Unreliable CPI Settings
  • Not Rechargeable
  • Heavy wireless model

Professional Reviews

5 reviews from 4 critics
84
RTINGS.com 2 reviews · avg
RTINGS

“The SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless Gen 2 is a great FPS gaming mouse with strong click and sensor latency performance that's suitable for both casual and competitive play.”

Acclaimed 78–84 across 2

All 2 RTINGS.com reviews, aggregated above

84
SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless Gen 2

“The SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless Gen 2 is a great FPS gaming mouse with strong click and sensor latency performance that's suitable for both casual and competitive play.”

Critically Acclaimed 84/100
78
SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless

“The SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless is a good wireless gaming mouse.”

Critically Acclaimed 78/100
80
Nathaniel Mott
Tom's Hardware

“The SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless is a compelling option for people seeking a wireless mouse on a budget, but it’s not as much of a standout as the original Rival 3.”

Acclaimed 4/5
70
Henri Robbins
Wired

“Over the years, computer mice have become expensive. Everything has become expensive. It can be frustrating to look at a list of gaming mice and see even the cheapest options approaching $80, especially when games now cost $80 and new graphics cards regularly pass the $1,000 mark.”

Acclaimed 7/10
70
Alice Jovanee
PCMag

“it remains an acceptable choice for anyone on the hunt for a budget gaming mouse, whether wired or wireless.”

Acclaimed 3.5/5

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