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SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless vs SteelSeries Aerox 3
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SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless
SteelSeries Aerox 3
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ConnectivityWireless
TypeStandard
Default Weight67.7 g
AmbidextrousShape Only
ConnectivityWired
TypeStandard
Default Weight85 g
AmbidextrousYes
Variants
- Aerox 3 Wireless (Black)
- Aerox 3 Wireless (Ghost)
- Aerox 3 (Black)
Our Verdict
SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless
SteelSeries Aerox 3
The SteelSeries Aerox 3 is the wired version of the SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless; however, it has a different sensor than its wireless counterpart. The Wireless has a much wider CPI range, and its lower lift-off distance leads to fewer unintended movements when repositioning the mouse. Also, it's only slightly heavier than the wired version despite having an internal battery. Its wireless connectivity and multi-device pairing feature make it more ideal for office and portable use. The Wired has lower click latency and better build quality.
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Main Differences for
Threshold
Work
6.4
6.9
Wireless Versatility
9.8
0.0
Build Quality
7.0
7.5
Full Comparison
Design
Style
Style Picture
Type
Standard
Standard
Coating
Matte
Matte
Lighting Color
RGB
RGB
Shape
3D Model
Length
4.8" (121 mm)
4.7" (120 mm)
Width
2.6" (67 mm)
2.6" (67 mm)
Height
1.5" (38 mm)
1.5" (38 mm)
Grip Width
60 mm
60 mm
Ambidextrous
Shape Only
Yes
Left-Handed Friendly
Yes
No
Finger Rest
No
No
Portability
5.7
5.7
Portability picture
Box Volume
18.73 in³ (307 cm³)
18.73 in³ (307 cm³)
Receiver Storing
No
No
Build Quality
7.0
7.5
Build quality picture
Weight
8.5
7.1
Minimum Weight Picture
Lowest Weight
67.7 g
61 g
Default Weight
67.7 g
85 g
Weight Distribution
Centered
Centered
Extra Weights
No
No
Maximum Weight Without Wire
61 g
Hand Size Recommendation
Palm Grip Hand Recommendation
Claw Grip Hand Recommendation
Fingertip Grip Hand Recommendation
Right-handed
No
Left-handed
Yes
No
Ambidextrous
Shape Only
Yes
Coating
Matte
Matte
Finger Rest
No
No
Wireless Versatility
9.8
0.0
Maximum Of Paired Devices
2
Bluetooth
Yes
No
Receiver
Yes
No
Battery Type
Rechargeable
No Batteries
Use When Charging
Yes
No
On/Off Activation
Auto Off And On/Off Switch
None
Receiver Extender
Yes
No
Battery Indicator
No
No
Cable
7.0
7.0
Cable Video
Connectivity
Wireless
Wired
Cable Length
6.2 ft (1.9 m)
6.2 ft (1.9 m)
Cable Type
Braided
Braided
Permanent Kink
Yes
Yes
Port Type: Mouse End
USB-C
USB-C
Port Type: PC End
USB
USB
Mouse Feet
8.5
8.5
Mouse Feet picture
Gliding Experience
Very Good
Very Good
Material
PTFE
PTFE
Extra Included
No
No
In The Box
In the box picture
Palm Grip: Hand Size Recommendation
Palm Grip Picture
Small Hand
Yes
Medium Hand
Yes
Large Hand
No
X.Large Hand
No
Claw Grip: Hand Size Recommendation
Claw Grip Picture
Small Hand
Yes
Medium Hand
Yes
Large Hand
Yes
X.Large Hand
Yes
Fingertip Grip: Hand Size Recommendation
Fingertip Grip Picture
Small Hand
No
Medium Hand
Yes
Large Hand
Yes
X.Large Hand
Yes
Control
Additional Buttons
7.1
7.4
Buttons Picture
Buttons Activation
Mechanical
Total Number Of Buttons
6
6
Number Of Side Buttons
2
2
Number Of Programmable Inputs
8
8
Profile Switching Button
Yes
Yes
CPI (DPI) Switching Button
Yes
Gesture Support
No
No
Click Latency
7.5
8.3
Latency Testing While Gaming
Latency Data
Expected Connection
9.9 ms
Wired
9.5 ms
12 ms
Receiver
9.9 ms
N/A
Bluetooth
15.3 ms
N/A
CPI
8.9
CPI Video
CPI Graph
SRAV Close-Up
SRAV @ 1600 CPI
0.12%
SRAV @ 800 CPI
-0.33%
SRAV @ 400 CPI
0.00%
SRAV @ Fixed CPI
N/A
Precision Error Between Speeds
0.31%
Precision Error Between CPI
2.70%
Worst Tracking Error
7.25%
Minimum CPI
100 CPI
200 CPI
Maximum CPI
18,000 CPI
8,500 CPI
CPI Adjustment Steps
100 CPI
100 CPI
Sensor Latency
8.0
Sensor Latency Demonstration
Sensor Latency Transition Graph
Sensor Latency CPI Graph
Delay To Start Of Movement
18.7 ms
Delay At Half Movement
6.7 ms
Delay To End Of Movement
8.7 ms
Sensor Specifications
Sensor Technology
Optical (LED)
Optical (LED)
Sensor Model
TrueMove Air
TrueMove Core
Works On Glass
No
No
Minimum CPI (DPI)
100 CPI
200 CPI
Maximum CPI (DPI)
18,000 CPI
8,500 CPI
CPI (DPI) Adjustment Steps
100 CPI
100 CPI
CPI (DPI) Variation
-4%
Minimum Lift Off Distance
1.2 mm
3.6 mm
Maximum Polling Rate
1000 Hz
1000 Hz
Mouse Wheel
Mouse wheel picture
Scroll Wheel
Notched Wheel
Notched Wheel
Scroll Wheel Steps
24 Steps
24 Steps
Scroll Wheel Tilt
No
No
Thumb Wheel
No
No
Thumb Wheel Steps
No Thumb Wheel
No Thumb Wheel
Noise
Noise Video
Click Noise
Quiet
Quiet
Operating System And Software
Configuration Software
Software Tour
Software Name
SteelSeries Engine 3
SteelSeries Engine 3
Software Windows Compatibility
Yes
Yes
Software macOS Compatibility
Yes
Yes
On-Board Memory
Yes
Yes
CPI (DPI) Adjustment
Yes
Yes
Polling Rate Adjustment
Yes
Yes
Profile Configuration
Yes
Yes
Profile Auto-Switching
Yes
Software settings screenshot
RGB On/Off
Yes
Yes
Account Needed
No
Mouse Compatibility
10
10
Windows Compatibility
Fully
Fully
macOS Compatibility
Fully
Fully
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