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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 1004 reviews

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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95%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers value the Rival 3's RGB lighting, affordable price, and ease of use. Many appreciate its lightweight design and responsive performance for gaming, although some find the size slightly small and the side buttons less than ideal. Positive feedback also highlights the customizable software. A few users reported issues with the scroll wheel and cord.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Weight
    Cons mentioned:
    Scroll wheel

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    This Mouse made me like video games again

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've been using the same, generic stock mouse that came with my gaming PC (which I also bought at Best Buy) for the past 2 years. It served me well during that time but one night, I broke it "accidentally" while losing a game. I headed to Best Buy the next day to find a replacement and after some help from the wonderful employees, I landed on the SteelSeries Rival 3. I think it is a great option for a semi-hardcore PC gamer like me. It's wired and doesn't require charging or batteries which is surprisingly difficult to find these days. It is very lightweight but still has many features a standard mouse doesn't like the side buttons and DPI switch. These 2 features have actually elevated my gaming experience quite a bit so now I don't rage as much. I do have some minor nitpicks though. The scroll wheel is quite a bit slower and less responsive than even the basic mouse I was using before. There's also the dreaded program that you have to install to turn the lights off. It works but it is far too complicated for something that could have been relegated to another simple button and not required that I download something. Overall, it's a good, reasonably priced mouse and I like it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price, Rgb lighting, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    2nd Rival 3 Purchased, No Issues!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is my second SteelSeries Rival 3 Lightweight Wired Optical Gaming Mouse with Brilliant Prism RGB Lighting-Black that I have purchased, for now 2 different P.C.'s Laptops and love them both. Lightweight, USB, immediately works on plugging in and I love the colors. Excellent price, I definitely recommend their purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price, Rgb lighting

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Exception mouse

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Exceptional mouse for this price. Extremely price without delay during gaming and very premium looking rgb. Pairs great with my msi laptop which has s steelseries rgb so the colors sync with the mouse. Great buy

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Price, Rgb lighting

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Beginner Gaming Mouse

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great mouse for a relatively affordable price. Easy to play and manage with my command and conquer games. Also nice color variety and choice.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    disregard the negative comments JUST GET THIS ONE!

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    got this mouse yesterday and am so impressed by it. using it for Dota 2 and it's perfect. I have large hands and find that it fits great, it's also on the lighter side so that is impressive for a mouse at this price. i also find it sturdy and responsive. it wouldn't be fait to compare this mouse to the $140+ competition mice but for someone like me who plays games purely for fun, I wouldn't notice the difference anyways, this one does just fine. also a note on the cable i read some reviews here that it is not beaded and so what. the cable does not get in the way of playing and because the lights are supper cool you'd want to play in the dark anyways to appreciate it fully :) - the side buttons take some adjusting but they are just fine if you know how to use them and where to press - for $23.99 I don't think you can do any better

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Rgb lighting

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Matte Smooth RGB Mouse!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I think SteelSeries did a good job with this RGB mouse. It has a smooth black matte feel and look. The colors on the mouse is so great. I was able to download the software instantly and very easy. I love how I’m able customize the colors on my mouse from the SteelSeries software! So many colors I can make! This is the best mouse I’ve ever had. No other mouse lets me play with the different colors and change the speed on the mouse how I want. This was definitely worth my $30 something dollars for this mouse. I will be looking into SteelSeries other products like their latest membrane keyboard to match my mouse. I want a quiet colorful keyboard. I heard nothing but good things about SteelSeries. Shoot! I will also be looking into their headphones! Thank you Best Buy!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price, Rgb lighting

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Pretty good for the price and there a app you can download to control the RGB

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Price, Responsiveness

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    High quality, fast and reactive responses, amazing

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Super easy to customize. Fits comfortably in my hand. Allows for long hours of gaming. Super fast response times. I don't ever have to worry about recharging or tje battery dying. Great price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Rgb lighting, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Recommended

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great and LED’s are bright, mouse moves smoothly and has a good weight

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best budget mouse

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is one of the best budget gaming mouse out there is super lite and very high quality and it's as bad as you think it is. One of my favorite mice. The app is kinda glitchy though.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Really, freaking good

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    What are the best mouses I’ve ever tried. It’s pretty lightweight and it’s really good for the price or you should play fast paced first person, shooter games and it’s hot and it hasn’t filled me once.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good for beginers

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love this mouse great for entery gaming and good for 30 bucks has rgb

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    SteelSeries - Rival 3 Lightweight Wired Optical Ga

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The SteelSeries - Rival 3 Lightweight Wired Optical Gaming Mouse with Brilliant Prism RGB Lighting is really light and really good for gaming.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing mouse for gaming

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Steel Series 3 wired gaming mouse is an exceptional device that surpasses expectations with its outstanding performance and features. Designed with precision and comfort in mind, it offers gamers a seamless and responsive experience, allowing for swift and accurate movements. The ergonomic design ensures that the mouse fits comfortably in your hand, preventing any strain during long gaming sessions. With customizable buttons and programmable macros, it provides gamers with the ability to tailor their gaming experience to their specific needs and preferences. The high-quality build and durable construction make it a reliable and long-lasting companion for intense gaming sessions. Overall, the Steel Series 3 wired gaming mouse excels in delivering a top-notch gaming experience with its exceptional performance and user-friendly design.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Rgb lighting

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great mouse for larger hands

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have larger hands and it fits quite comfortably. Clicks feel precise and it feels very comfortable to wrap my hand around. The customisable lights also add a really nice flair. Great value for the price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    W gaming mouse

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this mouse about 8-9 months ago and it works really good as of now. I really saw my gameplay improved since I switched to this new mouse it’s so light and moves too smooth on my mousepad.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Rgb lighting

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very good mouse

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like it a lot, it has 3 extra buttons versus your traditional mouse. Also the RGBs are nice as well. Can edit the layout of the lights with the app. Also I like how you can adjust the mouse speed on the app.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for the price

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The mouse work great for causal and simple gaming and great for the price. If that what your looking for in a gaming mouse, also it a great mouse for a budget.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Rgb lighting

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Beyond Expectations. Perfect Budget Mouse

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    for 20 dollars, this mouse is amazing. It has perfect feel, and for a budget setup it looks awesome with the light that turns on when it’s plugged in. I’d recommend this to anybody who wants to throw out their cheap, 5 dollar mouse but are still on a budget. This is a great option

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Rgb lighting

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Happy customer

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy set up, easy to customize the colors and program button configurations for gaming or work

    I would recommend this to a friend
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