SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2

A sealed honeycomb wireless mouse with 4 kHz polling, a 26K sensor and up to 200 hours on Bluetooth.

  • 68 g
  • 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, USB
  • 4,000 Hz
  • SteelSeries TrueMove 26K

PCPR score

7.8

Good

Best price we’ve seen

$78.99Nov 9

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The short version

The Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2 updates SteelSeries' honeycomb mouse with a TrueMove 26K sensor, 4,000 Hz wireless polling, 80-million-click mechanical switches, AquaBarrier sealing against dust and spills, and a rated 120 hours on 2.4 GHz or 200 on Bluetooth. At 68 g it is mid-weight next to ultralights. PC Gamer likes the shape, software and value, while Tom's Hardware reports 2.4 GHz tracking problems, faster battery drain with RGB and software that asks for an email address.

Pros

  • AquaBarrier sealing against dust and spills
  • TrueMove 26K sensor with 4,000 Hz wireless polling
  • Up to 120 hours on 2.4 GHz and 200 hours on Bluetooth
  • 80-million-click mechanical switches

Cons

  • Tom's Hardware reports 2.4 GHz tracking issues
  • Battery life suffers with RGB lighting on, per Tom's Hardware
  • Software asks for an email address, per Tom's Hardware

Best for

  • Buyers who want honeycomb styling with some water and dust protection
  • Mid-range shoppers who value long Bluetooth battery life

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Full specifications

Physical

Weight
68 g

Connectivity

Connection
2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, USB

Performance

Sensor
SteelSeries TrueMove 26K
Max DPI
26,000 DPI
Polling rate
4,000 Hz

Features

Buttons
6
Switches
Mechanical

Power

Battery life
120 h

Compatibility notes

  • Offers 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired USB-C connections.

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What reviewers and owners say

  • PC Gamer · Reece Bithrey

    Positive

    Considers it a strong mid-range update, citing the shape's comfort, higher polling rate, longer battery life and useful software extras, though the honeycomb shell may look dated to some buyers.

    84/100 · 2026-04-07

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  • Tom's Hardware · Myles Goldman

    Mixed

    Likes the bright RGB, translucent shell and pleasing switches, but reports 2.4 GHz tracking issues, battery drain with lighting on and software that asks for an email address.

    3/5 · 2026-05-06

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Common questions

Is the honeycomb shell water resistant?

SteelSeries says its AquaBarrier design seals out dust, sweat and spills, unlike other honeycomb shells, and Tom's Hardware lists water resistance among its pros.

How long does the battery last?

SteelSeries rates it at up to 120 hours on 2.4 GHz and up to 200 hours on Bluetooth, and Tom's Hardware notes runtime falls as you add lighting and raise the polling rate.

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