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SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£95Connectivity:wireless+wiredMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:18000 DPIWeight:89 g

SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless 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
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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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Score components

80%

7.0

Technical Score

20%

7.7

User score

â–²Better than 71% of mice
7.0

Technical Score

Technical score
7.0/ 10
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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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Score components

36%

5.7

Performance & Sensor

22%

8.9

Controls

16%

6.7

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

9.7

Connectivity

5%

7.6

Battery & Charging

â–²Better than 72% of mice
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

8.3

Number of reviews

Based on 5,143 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 73% of mice
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Verdict

The SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless is a high-performance MMO/MOBA gaming mouse featuring an ultra-lightweight 89g honeycomb shell and 18 programmable buttons, including a 12-button side panel. It is powered by the TrueMove Air optical sensor offering 18,000 CPI, 400 IPS, and 40G acceleration, while boasting an IP54-rated AquaBarrier for water and dust resistance. Key pros include its exceptional lightness for its class, dual connectivity via Quantum 2.0 2.4GHz wireless and Bluetooth 5.0, and a long battery life of up to 180 hours. However, notable cons include its large size which is unsuitable for small hands, the lack of a free-scrolling mode on the wheel, and the absence of a dedicated storage slot for the wireless dongle.

Technical Specifications of mouse SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless

Technical Score
Technical score
7.0/ 10
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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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â–² Better than 72% of models
Score components:

36%

5.7

Performance & Sensor

22%

8.9

Controls

16%

6.7

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

9.7

Connectivity

5%

7.6

Battery & Charging

7.0
SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless has a technical score of 7 points, which is higher than that of 71.8% of products in this category.
User score
User score
7.7/ 10
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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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â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

8.3

Number of reviews

Based on 5,143 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.
7.7
SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless has a user score of 7.68 points, which is lower than that of 73.3% of products in this category.
Popularity
Popularity
8.3/ 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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Popularity:
SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless has a popularity score of 8.3 points, which is higher than that of 74.9% of products in this category.
8.3
SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless has a popularity score of 8.3 points, which is higher than that of 74.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.0/ 10
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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
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â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components:

60%

7.1

Overall score

40%

10

Price

8.0
SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless has a value-for-money score of 8 points, which is higher than that of 70.5% of products in this category.
Brand name
Steelseries
Maximum polling rate
1,000 Hz
Maximum polling rate
1,000 Hz
â–² Better than 28% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 27.8% of mice and equal to 55% 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
1,000 Hz
2.4 GHz polling rate
1,000 Hz
â–² Better than 33% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 33.4% of mice and equal to 46.9% of mice.
Bluetooth polling rate
125 Hz
Bluetooth polling rate
125 Hz
â–² Better than 68% of models
Market range: <0 Hz – >125 Hz
This mouse has a Bluetooth polling rate of 125 Hz, which is higher than 67.8% of mice and equal to 30.7% of mice.
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Connectivity
wireless+wired
Connectivity
wireless+wired
â–² Better than 57% of models
This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, which is more versatile than 56.8% of mice and equal to 43.3% of mice.
connection modes: wired / Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz.
Bluetooth support
yes
Bluetooth support
yes
â–² Better than 65% of models
This mouse supports Bluetooth. 64.5% of mice support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
5
Bluetooth version
5
â–² Better than 74% of models
This mouse uses Bluetooth 5, which is newer than 73.9% of mice and equal to 12.3% of mice.
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
yes
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
yes
â–² Better than 39% of models
This mouse supports proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless. 38.8% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
Receiver included
yes
Receiver included
yes
â–² Better than 38% of models
This mouse includes a receiver. 37.8% of mice include a receiver.
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Battery life
180 hours
Battery life
180 hours
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
This mouse lasts 180 hours on a charge, which is longer than 83.6% of mice and equal to 2.6% of mice.
Battery capacity
320 mAh
Battery capacity
320 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
This mouse has a battery capacity of 320 mAh, which is smaller than 68.7% of mice and equal to 0.5% of mice.
Battery form factor
integrated
Rechargeable battery
yes
Rechargeable battery
yes
â–² Better than 54% of models
This mouse uses a rechargeable battery. 54.2% 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
18
N. of buttons
18
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 18 buttons, which is more than 99.1% of mice and equal to 0.1% of mice.
N. of side buttons
12
N. of side buttons
12
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <0 – >3
This mouse has 12 side buttons, which is more than 98.9% of mice and equal to 1.1% of mice.
N. of programmable buttons
18
N. of programmable buttons
18
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 18 programmable buttons, which is more than 99.1% of mice and equal to 0.1% 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
no
Profile switching button
no
â–¼ Worse than 16% of models
This mouse does not include a profile switching button. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
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Orientation
right-handed
Weight
89 g
Weight
89 g
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 89 g, which is heavier than 57.2% of mice and equal to 1.2% 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
2 m
Cable length
2 m
â–² Better than 86% of models
Market range: <1.5 m – >2 m
This mouse comes with a 2 m cable, which is longer than 85.6% of mice and equal to 10% of mice.
Cable type
paracord
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Onboard memory profiles
1
Onboard memory profiles
1
â–² Better than 48% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This mouse stores 1 onboard profiles, which is more than 48% of mice and equal to 20% of mice.
Onboard memory size
?
Software name
SteelSeries GG
Firmware upgradable
yes
Firmware upgradable
yes
â–² Better than 22% of models
This mouse supports firmware updates. 22.5% of mice support firmware updates.
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.

SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless vs the average mouse

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  • 12 more programmable buttons
    N. of programmable buttons
    18
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <0 – >9
    This mouse has 18 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    18 vs 6
  • 50 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    80 million clicks
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse offers switch durability of 80 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    80 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 95 hours longer battery life
    Battery life
    180 hours
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
    This mouse lasts 180 hours on a charge, while the average mouse lasts 85 hours on a charge.
    180 hours vs 85 hours
  • 80% higher maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    18,000 DPI
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 18000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    18,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • Usable while charging
    Use while charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • 10 more side buttons
    N. of side buttons
    12
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This mouse has 12 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    12 vs 2
  • Tilting scroll wheel
    Tilting scroll wheel
    yes
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This mouse has a tilting scroll wheel, while the average mouse does not. 6.6% of mice have a tilting scroll wheel.
  • Protective IP rating
    IP Rating
    IP54
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    This mouse has an IP rating of IP54, while the average mouse has an IP rating of not rated.
    IP54 vs not rated
  • 80% higher maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    18,000 DPI
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 18000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    18,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 100 DPI lower minimum setting
    Minimum DPI
    100 DPI
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <50 DPI – >1k DPI
    This mouse goes as low as 100 DPI, while the average mouse goes as low as 200 DPI.
    100 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • Versatile connectivity
    Connectivity
    wireless+wired
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired / Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz.
    wireless+wired vs wireless
  • Bluetooth support
    Bluetooth support
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This mouse supports Bluetooth, while the average mouse does not. 35.5% of mice support Bluetooth.
  • 95 hours longer battery life
    Battery life
    180 hours
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
    This mouse lasts 180 hours on a charge, while the average mouse lasts 85 hours on a charge.
    180 hours vs 85 hours
  • Usable while charging
    Use while charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Rechargeable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
  • 12 more programmable buttons
    N. of programmable buttons
    18
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <0 – >9
    This mouse has 18 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    18 vs 6
  • 50 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    80 million clicks
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse offers switch durability of 80 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    80 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 10 more side buttons
    N. of side buttons
    12
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This mouse has 12 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    12 vs 2
  • Tilting scroll wheel
    Tilting scroll wheel
    yes
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This mouse has a tilting scroll wheel, while the average mouse does not. 6.6% of mice have a tilting scroll wheel.
  • 12 more buttons
    N. of buttons
    18
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <4 – >9
    This mouse has 18 buttons, while the average mouse has 6 buttons.
    18 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
  • Protective IP rating
    IP Rating
    IP54
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    This mouse has an IP rating of IP54, while the average mouse has an IP rating of not rated.
    IP54 vs not rated
  • Detachable cable
    Detachable cable
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This mouse comes with a detachable cable, while the average mouse does not. 43% of mice come with a detachable cable.
  • 0.2 m longer cable
    Cable length
    2 m
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <1.5 m – >2 m
    This mouse comes with a 2 m cable, while the average mouse comes with a 1.8 m cable.
    2 m vs 1.8 m
  • 8.5% higher mouse weight
    Weight
    89 g
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 89 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    89 g vs 82 g
  • 2.71x more expensive
    SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless is more expensive than the average mouse (£95 vs £35).
    £95 vs £35
  • 36% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    320 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
    This mouse has a battery capacity of 320 mAh, while the average mouse has a battery capacity of 500 mAh.
    320 mAh vs 500 mAh
  • 2.4 mm taller mouse height
    Height
    42.1 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <36 mm – >43 mm
    This mouse has a height of 42.1 mm, while the average mouse has a height of 39.7 mm.
    42.1 mm vs 39.7 mm
  • 4.2% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 10
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    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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    â–² Better than 79% of models
    SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless has a lower user score than the average mouse (7.68 vs 8.000).
    7.68 vs 8
  • Thin glide feet
    Feet thickness
    0.75 mm
    â–² Better than 45% of models
    This mouse uses 0.8 mm thick mouse feet, while the average mouse uses 0.8 mm thick mouse feet.
    0.75 mm vs 0.8 mm
  • 2.71x more expensive
    SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless is more expensive than the average mouse (£95 vs £35).
    £95 vs £35
  • 4.2% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 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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    SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless
    the average mouse
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless has a lower user score than the average mouse (7.68 vs 8.000).
    7.68 vs 8
  • 36% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    320 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
    This mouse has a battery capacity of 320 mAh, while the average mouse has a battery capacity of 500 mAh.
    320 mAh vs 500 mAh
  • 8.5% higher mouse weight
    Weight
    89 g
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 89 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    89 g vs 82 g
  • 2.4 mm taller mouse height
    Height
    42.1 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <36 mm – >43 mm
    This mouse has a height of 42.1 mm, while the average mouse has a height of 39.7 mm.
    42.1 mm vs 39.7 mm
  • Thin glide feet
    Feet thickness
    0.75 mm
    â–² Better than 45% of models
    This mouse uses 0.8 mm thick mouse feet, while the average mouse uses 0.8 mm thick mouse feet.
    0.75 mm vs 0.8 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 5,143 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless?

  • Ultra-lightweight design (89g), which is significantly lighter than most competing MMO mice
  • Versatile connectivity options including lag-free 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth 5.0, and wired USB-C
  • Extensive customization with 18 programmable buttons, including a 12-button side panel
  • Excellent battery life, reaching up to 180 hours on Bluetooth (with RGB off)
  • High-quality build with IP54-rated AquaBarrier protection against dust and water
  • Smooth gliding experience provided by 100% Virgin Grade PTFE feet
  • Tactile and responsive main switches (TTC Golden Micro) rated for 80 million clicks

What customers dislike about SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless?

  • Side button layout lacks distinct tactile markers, making it difficult to differentiate buttons by feel
  • The elongated design may be uncomfortable or hard to reach for users with smaller hands
  • SteelSeries GG software is often described as bloated and can be buggy on some systems
  • High premium price point compared to other gaming mice
  • Limited onboard memory; cannot store complex macros or multiple profiles without the software
  • Honeycomb shell design can collect dust and debris over time, requiring regular cleaning
  • Significant battery drain when RGB lighting is set to maximum brightness

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