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MAD Catz R A T Pro S3 Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£55Connectivity:wiredMaximum polling rate:2500 HzMaximum DPI:7200 DPIWeight:80 g

MAD Catz R A T Pro S3 Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

7.1

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the mouse's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best mice on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components

80%

7.0

Technical score

20%

7.5

User score

â–²Better than 71% of mice
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Mice category across these key areas: Performance & Sensor, Connectivity, Battery & Charging, Controls, Design, Features.
When it matters
When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components

36%

8.2

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.3

Controls

16%

7.4

Design

14%

8.3

Features

7%

1.1

Connectivity

5%

1.0

Battery & Charging

â–²Better than 73% of mice
7.5

User score

User score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

5.8

Number of reviews

Based on 184 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 80% of mice
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Technical Specifications of mouse MAD Catz R A T Pro S3

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Mice category across these key areas: Performance & Sensor, Connectivity, Battery & Charging, Controls, Design, Features.
When it matters
When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components:

36%

8.2

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.3

Controls

16%

7.4

Design

14%

8.3

Features

7%

1.1

Connectivity

5%

1.0

Battery & Charging

7.0
User score
User score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

5.8

Number of reviews

Based on 184 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.5
Popularity
Popularity
5.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you prefer a mouse that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Popularity:
MAD Catz R A T Pro S3 has a popularity score of 5.8 points, which is lower than that of 55.4% of products in this category.
5.8
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the mouse's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a mouse that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components:

60%

7.1

Overall score

40%

10

Price

8.0
Brand name
MAD
Maximum polling rate
2,500 Hz
Maximum polling rate
2,500 Hz
â–² Better than 85% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 2,500 Hz, which is higher than 84.9% of mice.
Wired polling rate
1,000 Hz
Wired polling rate
1,000 Hz
â–² Better than 13% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >1k Hz
This mouse has a wired polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 13.2% of mice and equal to 77.4% of mice.
2.4 GHz polling rate
N/A
Bluetooth polling rate
0 Hz
Bluetooth polling rate
0 Hz
â–¼ Worse than 36% of models
Market range: <0 Hz – >125 Hz
This mouse has a Bluetooth polling rate of 0 Hz, which is lower than 36% of mice and equal to 64% of mice.
wired only.
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Connectivity
wired
Connectivity
wired
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
This mouse supports wired connectivity, which is less versatile than 65.1% of mice and equal to 34.9% of mice.
connection modes: wired.
Bluetooth support
no
Bluetooth support
no
â–¼ Worse than 36% of models
This mouse does not support Bluetooth. 35.6% of mice support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
no
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
no
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This mouse does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless. 61.3% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
Receiver included
no
Receiver included
no
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
This mouse does not include a receiver. 62.3% of mice include a receiver.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery capacity
N/A
Battery form factor
N/A
Rechargeable battery
no
Rechargeable battery
no
â–¼ Worse than 46% of models
This mouse does not use a rechargeable battery. 46% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
Removable battery
no
Removable battery
no
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This mouse does not use a removable battery. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
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N. of buttons
8
N. of buttons
8
â–² Better than 79% of models
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 8 buttons, which is more than 78.5% of mice and equal to 9.6% of mice.
N. of side buttons
3
N. of side buttons
3
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <0 – >3
This mouse has 3 side buttons, which is more than 83.8% of mice and equal to 8.6% of mice.
N. of programmable buttons
8
N. of programmable buttons
8
â–² Better than 80% of models
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 8 programmable buttons, which is more than 79.8% of mice and equal to 8.7% of mice.
DPI switching button
yes
DPI switching button
yes
â–² Better than 15% of models
This mouse includes a DPI switching button. 14.7% of mice include a DPI switching button.
Profile switching button
yes
Profile switching button
yes
â–² Better than 84% of models
This mouse includes a profile switching button. 84.1% of mice include a profile switching button.
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Orientation
right-handed
Weight
80 g
Weight
80 g
â–² Better than 52% of models
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 80 g, which makes it lighter than 51.7% of mice and equal to 1% of mice.
Extra weights
0 g
Extra weights
0 g
â–¼ Worse than 5% of models
Market range: <0 g – >25 g
This mouse comes with 0 g extra weights, which is less than 4.6% of mice and equal to 95.4% of mice.
Cable length
1.8 m
Cable length
1.8 m
â–² Better than 18% of models
Market range: <1.5 m – >2 m
This mouse comes with a 1.8 m cable, which is longer than 18.4% of mice and equal to 65.2% of mice.
Cable type
braided
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Onboard memory profiles
4
Onboard memory profiles
4
â–² Better than 78% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This mouse stores 4 onboard profiles, which is more than 78.1% of mice and equal to 3.2% of mice.
Onboard memory size
?
Software name
?
Firmware upgradable
?
Suitable for gaming
yes
Suitable for gaming
yes
â–² Better than 24% of models
This mouse is suitable for gaming. 23.9% of mice are suitable for gaming.

MAD Catz R A T Pro S3 vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 2.5x higher maximum polling rate
    Maximum polling rate
    2,500 Hz
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
    This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 2500 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    2,500 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 2 more programmable buttons
    N. of programmable buttons
    8
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0 – >9
    This mouse has 8 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    8 vs 6
  • 3 more onboard profiles
    Onboard memory profiles
    4
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <0 – >5
    This mouse stores 4 onboard profiles, while the average mouse stores 1 onboard profiles.
    4 vs 1
  • Adjustable lift-off distance
    Lift-off distance adjustable
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse supports adjustable lift-off distance, while the average mouse does not. 46.5% of mice support adjustable lift-off distance.
  • 150 DPI lower minimum setting
    Minimum DPI
    50 DPI
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <50 DPI – >1k DPI
    This mouse goes as low as 50 DPI, while the average mouse goes as low as 200 DPI.
    50 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • 20 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    50 million clicks
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse offers switch durability of 50 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    50 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 1 more side buttons
    N. of side buttons
    3
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This mouse has 3 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    3 vs 2
  • Profile switch button
    Profile switching button
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This mouse includes a profile switching button, while the average mouse does not. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
  • 2.5x higher maximum polling rate
    Maximum polling rate
    2,500 Hz
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
    This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 2500 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    2,500 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • Adjustable lift-off distance
    Lift-off distance adjustable
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse supports adjustable lift-off distance, while the average mouse does not. 46.5% of mice support adjustable lift-off distance.
  • 150 DPI lower minimum setting
    Minimum DPI
    50 DPI
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <50 DPI – >1k DPI
    This mouse goes as low as 50 DPI, while the average mouse goes as low as 200 DPI.
    50 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • 2 more programmable buttons
    N. of programmable buttons
    8
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0 – >9
    This mouse has 8 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    8 vs 6
  • 20 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    50 million clicks
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse offers switch durability of 50 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    50 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 1 more side buttons
    N. of side buttons
    3
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This mouse has 3 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    3 vs 2
  • Profile switch button
    Profile switching button
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This mouse includes a profile switching button, while the average mouse does not. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
  • 2 more buttons
    N. of buttons
    8
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <4 – >9
    This mouse has 8 buttons, while the average mouse has 6 buttons.
    8 vs 6
  • 2 more RGB zones
    RGB zones
    3
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This mouse has 3 RGB zones, while the average mouse has 1 RGB zones.
    3 vs 1
  • 4.7 mm lower mouse height
    Height
    35 mm
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <36 mm – >43 mm
    This mouse is 35 mm tall, while the average mouse is 39.7 mm tall.
    35 mm vs 39.7 mm
  • 3 more onboard profiles
    Onboard memory profiles
    4
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <0 – >5
    This mouse stores 4 onboard profiles, while the average mouse stores 1 onboard profiles.
    4 vs 1
  • No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This mouse does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.3% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
  • No automatic sleep mode
    Auto-sleep
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This mouse does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 60.5% of mice support auto-sleep.
  • No receiver included
    Receiver included
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This mouse does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.3% of mice include a receiver.
  • 62.5% lower tracking speed
    Maximum tracking speed
    150 IPS
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <30 IPS – >650 IPS
    This mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 150 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    150 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • 28% lower maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    7,200 DPI
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 7200 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    7,200 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • No battery level indicator
    Battery level indicator
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This mouse does not include a battery level indicator, while the average mouse does. 59.4% of mice include a battery level indicator.
  • 19 mm wider mouse width
    Width
    85 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <60 mm – >78 mm
    This mouse has a width of 85 mm, while the average mouse has a width of 66 mm.
    85 mm vs 66 mm
  • Limited connectivity
    Connectivity
    wired
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This mouse supports wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired.
    wired vs wireless
  • 6.9% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    MAD Catz R A T Pro S3
    the average mouse
    MAD Catz R A T Pro S3 has a lower user score than the average mouse (7.49 vs 8.000).
    7.49 vs 8
  • 57.1% more expensive
    MAD Catz R A T Pro S3 is more expensive than the average mouse (£55 vs £35).
    £55 vs £35
  • 62.5% lower tracking speed
    Maximum tracking speed
    150 IPS
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <30 IPS – >650 IPS
    This mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 150 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    150 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • 28% lower maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    7,200 DPI
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 7200 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    7,200 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 25% lower maximum acceleration
    Maximum acceleration
    30 G
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <10 G – >50 G
    This mouse has a maximum acceleration of 30 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.
    30 G vs 40 G
  • Poor default DPI tuning
    Default DPI
    800 DPI
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This mouse uses a default DPI of 800 DPI, while the average mouse uses a default DPI of 1000 DPI.
    800 DPI vs 1,000 DPI
  • 1 fewer stored DPI steps
    DPI steps stored
    4
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <3 – >6
    This mouse stores 4 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    4 vs 5
  • No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This mouse does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.3% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
  • No receiver included
    Receiver included
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This mouse does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.3% of mice include a receiver.
  • Limited connectivity
    Connectivity
    wired
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This mouse supports wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired.
    wired vs wireless
  • No automatic sleep mode
    Auto-sleep
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This mouse does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 60.5% of mice support auto-sleep.
  • No battery level indicator
    Battery level indicator
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This mouse does not include a battery level indicator, while the average mouse does. 59.4% of mice include a battery level indicator.
  • 19 mm wider mouse width
    Width
    85 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <60 mm – >78 mm
    This mouse has a width of 85 mm, while the average mouse has a width of 66 mm.
    85 mm vs 66 mm
  • 3 older release date
    Release date
    2018
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This mouse has a release date of 2018, while the average mouse has a release date of 2021.
    February 2018
    2018 vs 2021

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Based on 184 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about MAD Catz R A T Pro S3

  • Extremely lightweight (approx. 80g), which helps reduce fatigue during long gaming sessions
  • Adjustable palm rest can be extended (up to 12mm) and tilted (up to 15 degrees) for a better fit
  • Features high-quality Omron switches rated for up to 50 million clicks
  • On-board memory allows saving up to 4 different user profiles directly on the mouse
  • Responsive PixArt PMW3330 optical sensor with adjustable DPI up to 7200
  • Includes customizable RGB lighting with three independent zones and various effects
  • Pro Slide technology with Teflon feet provides smooth traction across different surfaces

What we don't like about MAD Catz R A T Pro S3

  • Build quality feels 'plasticky' or 'budget' to some users compared to more premium models
  • The palm rest may feel uncomfortable or sit too high for those with palm or claw grips
  • Wide spacing between main buttons and the scroll wheel can make it difficult for some to reach the wheel efficiently
  • The profile switching button is located on the underside of the mouse, making on-the-fly changes inconvenient
  • While advertised with 8 programmable buttons, 3 of these are tied to the scroll wheel (up, down, click), which may be impractical for macros
  • Lightweight chassis can sometimes cause the mouse to tip upwards if too much weight is applied to the extended palm rest
  • Software support and customer service have been reported as difficult to reach or unresponsive by some users

Verdict

The Mad Catz R.A.T. Pro S3 is a lightweight, right-handed wired gaming mouse weighing approximately 80g, built with a Pixart PMW3330 optical sensor that supports up to 7,200 DPI, 150 IPS tracking speed, and 30G acceleration. Key characteristics include its iconic modular design featuring an adjustable palm rest that allows for personalized length and tilt, alongside 8 programmable buttons and a high polling rate of up to 2500Hz. The mouse is highlighted for its durable Omron switches rated for 50 million clicks, onboard memory for three user profiles, and customizable RGB lighting. Main pros include its exceptional ergonomic flexibility for claw and fingertip grips and its super-lightweight chassis that enhances agility during fast-paced play. Notable cons include a sensor that some enthusiasts consider outdated compared to modern competitors and software that users often report as non-intuitive or average in functionality.

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