SteelSeries Aerox 3 vs SteelSeries Prime
SteelSeries Aerox 3
59 g · TrueMove Core · Wired · 2020SteelSeries Prime
71 g · TrueMove Pro · Wired · 2021SteelSeries Aerox 3 and SteelSeries Prime are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 72.
- SteelSeries Aerox 3 is 12 g lighter (59 g vs 71 g).
- Max DPI: SteelSeries Prime leads (18,000 vs 8,500).
SteelSeries Aerox 3
If you care most about weight.
SteelSeries Prime
If you care most about max DPI.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| SteelSeries Aerox 3 | SteelSeries Prime | |
|---|---|---|
| 71 | Gear score | 72 |
| 59 g | Weight | 71 g |
| TrueMove Core | Sensor | TrueMove Pro |
| 8,500 | Max DPI | 18,000 |
| 1000 Hz | Polling rate | 1000 Hz |
| Wired | Connection | Wired |
| 2020 | Release year | 2021 |
| ≈ $79 | Estimated price | ≈ $18 |
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 SteelSeries Aerox 3 or SteelSeries Prime better?
SteelSeries Aerox 3 and SteelSeries Prime are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 72. SteelSeries Aerox 3 is 12 g lighter (59 g vs 71 g). Max DPI: SteelSeries Prime leads (18,000 vs 8,500).
Which one is lighter?
SteelSeries Aerox 3 is 12 g lighter (59 g vs 71 g).
How much do they cost?
Estimated prices: SteelSeries Aerox 3 ≈ $79, SteelSeries Prime ≈ $18. Current prices vary by store.