Fantech Helios XD3 vs SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition
Fantech Helios XD3
83 g · PAW3335 · WirelessSteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition
85 g · TrueMove Air · WiredFantech Helios XD3 and SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 69 and 69.
- Fantech Helios XD3 is 2 g lighter (83 g vs 85 g).
- Max DPI: SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition leads (18,000 vs 16,000).
- Fantech Helios XD3 is wireless; SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition is wired.
Fantech Helios XD3
If you care most about weight, connection.
SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition
If you care most about max DPI.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Fantech Helios XD3 | SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| 69 | Gear score | 69 |
| 83 g | Weight | 85 g |
| PAW3335 | Sensor | TrueMove Air |
| 16,000 | Max DPI | 18,000 |
| 1000 Hz | Polling rate | 1000 Hz |
| Wireless | Connection | Wired |
| — | Estimated price | ≈ $94 |
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 Fantech Helios XD3 or SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition better?
Fantech Helios XD3 and SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 69 and 69. Fantech Helios XD3 is 2 g lighter (83 g vs 85 g). Max DPI: SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition leads (18,000 vs 16,000). Fantech Helios XD3 is wireless; SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition is wired.
Which one is lighter?
Fantech Helios XD3 is 2 g lighter (83 g vs 85 g).