ADATA XPG SLINGSHOT vs SteelSeries Rival 5
ADATA XPG SLINGSHOT
73 g · PMW3360 · WiredSteelSeries Rival 5
85 g · TrueMove Air · Wired · 2021ADATA XPG SLINGSHOT and SteelSeries Rival 5 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 68 and 68.
- ADATA XPG SLINGSHOT is 12 g lighter (73 g vs 85 g).
- Max DPI: SteelSeries Rival 5 leads (18,000 vs 12,000).
ADATA XPG SLINGSHOT
If you care most about weight.
SteelSeries Rival 5
If you care most about max DPI.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ADATA XPG SLINGSHOT | SteelSeries Rival 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| 68 | Gear score | 68 |
| 73 g | Weight | 85 g |
| PMW3360 | Sensor | TrueMove Air |
| 12,000 | Max DPI | 18,000 |
| 1000 Hz | Polling rate | 1000 Hz |
| Wired | Connection | Wired |
| — | Release year | 2021 |
| ≈ $41 | Estimated price | ≈ $45 |
The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.
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FAQ
Is ADATA XPG SLINGSHOT or SteelSeries Rival 5 better?
ADATA XPG SLINGSHOT and SteelSeries Rival 5 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 68 and 68. ADATA XPG SLINGSHOT is 12 g lighter (73 g vs 85 g). Max DPI: SteelSeries Rival 5 leads (18,000 vs 12,000).
Which one is lighter?
ADATA XPG SLINGSHOT is 12 g lighter (73 g vs 85 g).
How much do they cost?
Estimated prices: ADATA XPG SLINGSHOT ≈ $41, SteelSeries Rival 5 ≈ $45. Current prices vary by store.