90
Mark Knapp
TechRadar
“SteelSeries landed on greatness bringing the design and some of the features of its Rival 600 mouse to a more affordable price point with the highly capable and reliable Rival 5.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- 18,000 DPI sensor
- Golden Micro switches
- Lightweight design with mesh cable
- RGB lighting customization
- Feature‑rich offering at $60
- Consistent performance across games
Points of Contention
- Quirky button layout confusion
- Lacks silicone side grips
- No wireless option
- Not suited for small or medium hands
Professional Reviews
3 reviews from 3 critics82
RTINGS.com
RTINGS
“The SteelSeries Rival 5 is a great FPS gaming mouse.”
80
Giovanni Colantonio
Digital Trends
The SteelSeries Rival 5 delivers strong performance in fast-paced shooters with a reliable sensor and durable switches, making it a solid budget-friendly option. Its unconventional button layout is a minor drawback, but the overall feature set justifies the $60 price point.
