SteelSeries Rival 3 vs HyperX Pulsefire Core
Side-by-Side Comparison
Products
Tested using Methodology v1.3
Updated Dec 15, 2022 03:41 PM
Tested using Methodology v1.2
Updated Nov 25, 2022 05:36 PM
Variants
- Rival 3 (Black)
- Pulsefire Core (Black)
Our Verdict
SteelSeries Rival 3
HyperX Pulsefire Core
The SteelSeries Rival 3 is a better wired gaming mouse than the HyperX Pulsefire Core. The SteelSeries is significantly lighter and has mouse feet that glide more smoothly. It also has a higher maximum CPI, a more consistent sensor, a much lower click latency, and customization software for Windows and macOS. Comparatively, the HyperX has two buttons behind the scroll wheel, while the SteelSeries only has one. Unfortunately, the HyperX lacks customization software for macOS. Both mice are suitable for all grip types and nearly all hand sizes, but the SteelSeries accommodates more hand sizes using a palm grip.
Notice: Two or more of the products selected have been tested with different test methodologies, so some of the results below aren't directly comparable. Learn how our test benches and scoring system work, and read more about the latest changes to our mice test methodology.
Main Differences for
Threshold
Office/Multimedia
Full Comparison
Style
Style Picture
Type
Lighting Color
Shape
3D Model
Length
Height
Width
Grip Width
Portability
Portability picture
Volume
Cable/Receiver Storing
Build Quality
Build quality picture
Weight
Minimum Weight Picture
Lowest Weight
Default Weight
Weight Distribution
Extra Weights
Comfort Of Use
Right-handed
Left-Handed Friendly
Ambidextrous
Coating
Finger Rest
Palm Grip: Hand Size Recommendation
Palm Grip Picture
Small Hand
Medium Hand
Large Hand
X.Large Hand
Claw Grip: Hand Size Recommendation
Claw Grip Picture
Small Hand
Medium Hand
Large Hand
X.Large Hand
Fingertip Grip: Hand Size Recommendation
Fingertip Grip Picture
Small Hand
Medium Hand
Large Hand
X.Large Hand
Wireless Versatility
Bluetooth
Maximum Of Paired Devices
Receiver
Battery Type
Use When Charging
On/Off Activation
Receiver Extender
Battery Indicator
Cable
Cable Video
Connectivity
Cable Length
Cable Type
Permanent Kink
Port Type: Mouse End
Port Type: PC End
Mouse Feet
Mouse Feet picture
Gliding Experience
Material
Extra Included
In The Box
In the box picture
Additional Buttons
Buttons Picture
Buttons Activation
Total Number Of Buttons
Number Of Side Buttons
Number Of Programmable Inputs
Profile Switching Button
CPI (DPI) Switching Button
Gesture Support
Click Latency
Latency Testing While Gaming
Latency Data
Expected Connection
Wired
Receiver
Bluetooth
CPI
CPI Video
SRAV Close-Up
SRAV @ 1600 CPI
SRAV @ 800 CPI
SRAV @ 400 CPI
SRAV @ Fixed CPI
Precision Error Between Speeds
Precision Error Between CPI
Worst Tracking Error
Minimum CPI
Maximum CPI
CPI Adjustment Steps
Sensor Latency
Sensor Latency Demonstration
Sensor Latency Transition Graph
Sensor Latency CPI Graph
Delay To Start Of Movement
Delay At Half Movement
Delay To End Of Movement
Sensor Specifications
Sensor Technology
Sensor Model
Works On Glass
Minimum Lift Off Distance
Maximum Polling Rate
Mouse Wheel
Mouse wheel picture
Scroll Wheel
Scroll Wheel Steps
Scroll Wheel Tilt
Thumb Wheel
Thumb Wheel Steps
Noise
Noise Video
Click Noise
Compatible Software Option
Software settings screenshot
SteelSeries Rival 3
HyperX Pulsefire Core
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