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SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless vs SteelSeries Rival 5
SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless
SteelSeries Rival 5
Why is SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless better than SteelSeries Rival 5?
- 180 hours longer battery life?
180 hoursvs0 hours - Connectivity?
2.4GHz wireless, BluetoothvsUSB - Has a rechargeable battery?
- Can use while charging?
- 7 more side buttons?
12vs5 - 9 more buttons?
18vs9 - 9 more programmable buttons?
18vs9
Why is SteelSeries Rival 5 better than SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless?
- 5.3 mm narrower?
62.9 mmvs68.2 mm - 7.77% less body volume?
341.07 cm³vs369.81 cm³
Price comparison
SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless
SteelSeries Rival 5
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Performance
The polling rate (also known as report rate) of the mouse. A higher polling rate means that the mouse is more responsive.
The maximum speed is measured in IPS (inches per second). It represents the speed that the mouse can be moved before it starts to exhibit problems with tracking.
The maximum acceleration of the mouse. A higher acceleration can be desirable for gaming, especially games that require fast movements (such as FPS games).
DPI stands for dots per inch, and is the amount of pixels that the cursor will move across the screen per inch of mouse movement. A higher DPI is more sensitive to mouse movement.
DPI stands for dots per inch, and is the amount of pixels that the cursor will move across the screen per inch of mouse movement. A lower DPI is less sensitive to mouse movement.
DPI stands for dots per inch, and is the amount of pixels that the cursor will move across the screen per inch of mouse movement. An adjustable DPI lets you change the sensitivity of the mouse.
General info
The type of mouse.
The connectivity type of the mouse.
The number of profiles that can be saved to the onboard memory. Each profile can be customized to your needs. For example you could have a profile for FPS games and a profile for MMORPG games.
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
There is a touch-sensitive area (similar to a trackpad) for gestures such as scrolling.
The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
It can be used while it is plugged in and charging.
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
Design
Whether the mouse is designed to be used left-handed, right-handed, or both.
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
RGB lighting allows you to choose between millions of colors and customize the look of your PC components.
The scroll wheel can tilt, allowing you to scroll both horizontally and vertically.
There is an additional scroll wheel on the side of the mouse, dedicated to horizontal scrolling.
It comes with weights that can be inserted to adjust the weight and feel of the mouse.
A long cable ensures more freedom of movement.
Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
The thickness (or depth) of the product.
Price comparison
SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless
SteelSeries Rival 5
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