You can also set two DPI levels to switch between, as well as the polling rate (how frequently the mouse communicates with the computer).Īnother tab called Engine Apps organizes a collection of apps for configuring reactive lighting effects. In the software, you can customize the functions of each button, as well as set the logo's lighting mode and color scheme. MORE: Gaming Mice - Reviews, News and Our Top Picks The SteelSeries Engine software paired quickly with the Rival 310 after a small firmware update, and I could access a wide array of customization options without issue. Thanks to this new sensor and its wired connection, I didn't experience any input lag, and movements across all applications felt smooth and natural. The new SteelSeries TrueMove 3 Sensor, which is specifically engineered for esports gaming, offers 1-to-1 tracking between 100 and 3,500 DPI, and promises reduced jittering between 3,500 and 12,000 DPI.

The Rival 310's technical prowess matches its attractive design. For example, the wire's padded connection at the mouse end scrapes against its hard plastic edges without much coercion, which could wear it down over time.

Still, I found the connections on the flimsy side, especially at areas of potentially high tension. The nondetachable USB cord is reinforced at both ends, and SteelSeries advertises the wire as both flexible and lightweight. The middle of the base houses the optical sensor, while another SteelSeries logo graces the back half. The Rival 310's underside has a long sliding pad on the front section and two shorter angled ones at the back, which facilitate smooth movements even without a mouse pad - though you'll probably want to buy one anyway to preserve them. The scroll wheel and the SteelSeries logo on the back half of the mouse both light up vividly and accent the design, without being ostentatious. The angular navigation keys on the left-hand side are large and felt solid, though they are positioned a little high up on the side for my preference. While the primary click buttons offer distinct and solid feedback, there is a significant gap between them and the base, which might affect their longevity.

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