The SteelSeries Rival 3 wireless gaming mouse has dropped to $24.88 through Amazon in a very unique price drop. This mouse normally sells for around $43 with jumps as high as $50. It has never gone lower than $35 before, even during the shopping holiday. At this price the wireless version, which is normally a lot more expensive because of the tech inside of it, is actually cheaper than the wired Rival 3 mouse. You can still find the Rival 3 going for $50 at other retailers like Best Buy.
We reviewed the Rival 3 wired mouse when it first released and gave it 4 out of 5 stars. A few months later, SteelSeries released a wireless version that was just as good. We described both as "budget friendly," which is even more true now than it ever was. These are great mice for anyone on a budget, and you can't go wrong getting one for less than $25.
The Rival 3 wireless has a battery life that lasts for more than 400 hours even during uninterupted use. You can also choose between a 2.4 GHz wireless connection or Bluetooth, with different options in terms of latency and battery usage depending on which one you go with.
The TrueMove Air optical gaming sensor promises 1-to-1 tracking and accuracy while you're using it. The mouse is also rated for up to 60 million clicks so it's very durable. The Rival 3 can work with your Windows or Mac computer, Xbox Series S or X, PlayStation 4 or 5, iOS, Chrome OS, and more. It is very compatible with a wide range of platforms. has RGB LEDs that can actually tell you when the battery is low or when you've received an in-game notification. It uses 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth, and SteelSeries Quantum 2.0 tech for a lossless connection.
