“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.”
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 critics84 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.”
“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.”
All 2 RTINGS.com reviews, aggregated above
“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.”
“The SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless is a good wireless gaming mouse.”
“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.”
“it remains an acceptable choice for anyone on the hunt for a budget gaming mouse, whether wired or wireless.”
