SteelSeries Aerox 3 vs SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition
SteelSeries Aerox 3
59 g · TrueMove Core · Wired · 2020SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition
85 g · TrueMove Air · WiredSteelSeries Aerox 3 and SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 69.
- SteelSeries Aerox 3 is 26 g lighter (59 g vs 85 g).
- Max DPI: SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition leads (18,000 vs 8,500).
SteelSeries Aerox 3
If you care most about weight.
SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition
If you care most about max DPI.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| SteelSeries Aerox 3 | SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| 71 | Gear score | 69 |
| 59 g | Weight | 85 g |
| TrueMove Core | Sensor | TrueMove Air |
| 8,500 | Max DPI | 18,000 |
| 1000 Hz | Polling rate | 1000 Hz |
| Wired | Connection | Wired |
| 2020 | Release year | — |
| ≈ $79 | 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 SteelSeries Aerox 3 or SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition better?
SteelSeries Aerox 3 and SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 69. SteelSeries Aerox 3 is 26 g lighter (59 g vs 85 g). Max DPI: SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition leads (18,000 vs 8,500).
Which one is lighter?
SteelSeries Aerox 3 is 26 g lighter (59 g vs 85 g).
How much do they cost?
Estimated prices: SteelSeries Aerox 3 ≈ $79, SteelSeries Rival 5 Destiny Edition ≈ $94. Current prices vary by store.