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SteelSeries Rival 600 Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Connectivity:wiredMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:12000 DPIWeight:96 g

SteelSeries Rival 600 Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

6.5

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 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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â–² Better than 57% of models
Score components

80%

5.8

Technical Score

20%

9.1

User score

â–²Better than 57% of mice
5.8

Technical Score

Technical score
5.8/ 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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â–² Better than 52% of models
Score components

36%

6.1

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.5

Controls

16%

6.1

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

1.2

Connectivity

5%

1.0

Battery & Charging

â–²Better than 52% of mice
9.1

User score

User score
9.1/ 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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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

9.5

Number of reviews

Based on 19,484 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.
★Better than 90% of mice
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Verdict

The SteelSeries Rival 600 is a high-performance, right-handed gaming mouse featuring a unique TrueMove3+ dual optical sensor system, which combines a primary 12,000 CPI tracking sensor with a dedicated depth-sensing linear sensor for customisable lift-off distance as low as 0.5mm. It boasts an ergonomic design with a soft-touch finish, seven programmable buttons, and 60-million click mechanical split-trigger switches, all enhanced by eight-zone independent RGB illumination. A standout feature is its magnetic side panels that allow for 256 weight and balance configurations, ranging from a base of 96g up to 128g using eight included 4g weights. Main pros include its industry-leading tracking accuracy, highly customisable weight system, and comfortable shape suitable for palm or claw grips. However, notable cons include the high placement of the DPI button leading to accidental clicks, the potentially difficult reach of the third side button for smaller hands, and reports of the adhesive on the silicone side grips failing over time.

Technical Specifications of mouse SteelSeries Rival 600

Technical Score
Technical score
5.8/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 52% of models
Score components:

36%

6.1

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.5

Controls

16%

6.1

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

1.2

Connectivity

5%

1.0

Battery & Charging

5.8
SteelSeries Rival 600 has a technical score of 5.8 points, which is higher than that of 52% of products in this category.
User score
User score
9.1/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

9.5

Number of reviews

Based on 19,484 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.
9.1
SteelSeries Rival 600 has a user score of 9.13 points, which is higher than that of 89.9% of products in this category.
Popularity
Popularity
9.5/ 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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â–² Better than 87% of models
Popularity:
SteelSeries Rival 600 has a popularity score of 9.5 points, which is higher than that of 87.4% of products in this category.
9.5
SteelSeries Rival 600 has a popularity score of 9.5 points, which is higher than that of 87.4% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.5/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 55% of models
Score components:

60%

6.5

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.5
SteelSeries Rival 600 has a value-for-money score of 7.5 points, which is higher than that of 54.6% 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
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
integrated
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
7
N. of buttons
7
â–² Better than 63% of models
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 7 buttons, which is more than 63.3% of mice and equal to 15.1% 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
7
N. of programmable buttons
7
â–² Better than 67% of models
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 7 programmable buttons, which is more than 66.9% of mice and equal to 12.7% 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
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
96 g
Weight
96 g
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 96 g, which is heavier than 65.3% of mice and equal to 1.2% of mice.
Extra weights
32 g
Extra weights
32 g
★ Better than 100% of models
Market range: <0 g – >25 g
This mouse comes with 32 g of extra weights, which is more than 99.7% of mice and equal to 0.1% 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
rubber
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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 Rival 600 vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 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.
  • 30 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    60 million clicks
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse offers switch durability of 60 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    60 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 1 more programmable buttons
    N. of programmable buttons
    7
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <0 – >9
    This mouse has 7 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    7 vs 6
  • 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
  • 7 more RGB zones
    RGB zones
    8
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This mouse has 8 RGB zones, while the average mouse has 1 RGB zones.
    8 vs 1
  • 32 g more tuning weights
    Extra weights
    32 g
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <0 g – >25 g
    This mouse comes with 32 g of extra weights, while the average mouse comes with 0 g of extra weights.
    32 g vs 0 g
  • 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.
  • 14.2% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 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 Rival 600
    the average mouse
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    SteelSeries Rival 600 has a higher user score than the average mouse (9.13 vs 8.000).
    9.13 vs 8
  • 14.2% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 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
    SteelSeries Rival 600
    the average mouse
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    SteelSeries Rival 600 has a higher user score than the average mouse (9.13 vs 8.000).
    9.13 vs 8
  • 48.8% more popular
    SteelSeries Rival 600 is more popular than the average mouse (9.5 vs 6.4).
    9.5 vs 6.38
  • 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.
  • 25% higher maximum acceleration
    Maximum acceleration
    50 G
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <10 G – >50 G
    This mouse has a maximum acceleration of 50 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.
    50 G vs 40 G
  • 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
  • 30 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    60 million clicks
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse offers switch durability of 60 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    60 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 1 more programmable buttons
    N. of programmable buttons
    7
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <0 – >9
    This mouse has 7 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    7 vs 6
  • 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
  • 7 more RGB zones
    RGB zones
    8
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This mouse has 8 RGB zones, while the average mouse has 1 RGB zones.
    8 vs 1
  • 32 g more tuning weights
    Extra weights
    32 g
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <0 g – >25 g
    This mouse comes with 32 g of extra weights, while the average mouse comes with 0 g of extra weights.
    32 g vs 0 g
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 17.1% higher mouse weight
    Weight
    96 g
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 96 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    96 g vs 82 g
  • 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.
  • 12.5% lower tracking speed
    Maximum tracking speed
    350 IPS
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <30 IPS – >650 IPS
    This mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 350 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    350 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • 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
  • 3 fewer stored DPI steps
    DPI steps stored
    2
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <3 – >6
    This mouse stores 2 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    2 vs 5
  • 12.5% lower tracking speed
    Maximum tracking speed
    350 IPS
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <30 IPS – >650 IPS
    This mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 350 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    350 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • 3 fewer stored DPI steps
    DPI steps stored
    2
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <3 – >6
    This mouse stores 2 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    2 vs 5
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 17.1% higher mouse weight
    Weight
    96 g
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 96 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    96 g vs 82 g
  • 3.3 mm taller mouse height
    Height
    43 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <36 mm – >43 mm
    This mouse has a height of 43 mm, while the average mouse has a height of 39.7 mm.
    43 mm vs 39.7 mm
  • 3 mm longer mouse length
    Length
    43 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <39.2 mm – >128.5 mm
    This mouse has a length of 43 mm, while the average mouse has a length of 40 mm.
    43 mm vs 40 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.
    January 2018
    2018 vs 2021
  • 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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Based on 19,484 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about SteelSeries Rival 600?

  • Excellent dual-sensor system (TrueMove 3+) providing accurate tracking and customizable lift-off distance
  • Highly customizable weight system with eight 4g weights to adjust balance and heft
  • Outstanding ergonomic design, particularly comfortable for right-handed palm and claw grips
  • Vibrant 8-zone RGB lighting that is easily customized via the SteelSeries Engine software
  • Responsive primary buttons with a satisfying click feel and 60-million click durability
  • Intuitive and user-friendly software for performance tuning and profile management

What customers dislike about SteelSeries Rival 600?

  • Widespread reports of rubber side grips peeling off due to poor adhesive quality over time
  • Third side button (front) is difficult for many users to reach without shifting their grip
  • Not suitable for users with small hands due to the mouse's larger physical dimensions
  • Non-braided rubber cable can feel stiff or create drag on certain surfaces
  • Potential for imbalanced weight distribution when using certain weight configurations
  • The DPI/CPI toggle button is raised high, leading to occasional accidental clicks

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