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SteelSeries Rival 650 Wireless Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£45Connectivity:wireless+wiredMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:12000 DPIWeight:121 g

SteelSeries Rival 650 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.

6.6

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 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%

6.2

Technical Score

20%

8.6

User score

â–²Better than 61% of mice
6.2

Technical Score

Technical score
6.2/ 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%

5.8

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.5

Controls

16%

4.0

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

4.6

Battery & Charging

â–²Better than 58% of mice
8.6

User score

User score
8.6/ 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%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.1

Number of reviews

Based on 4,511 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–²Better than 74% of mice
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Verdict

The SteelSeries Rival 650 Wireless is a high-performance gaming mouse featuring the TrueMove3+ dual-sensor system, which combines a 12,000 CPI primary optical sensor with a dedicated depth sensor for customisable lift-off distance as low as 0.5mm. It employs Quantum Wireless technology for lag-free 1ms latency and includes a unique weight-tuning system with eight 4g weights, allowing for 256 different centre-of-gravity configurations. Main pros include its exceptionally accurate 1-to-1 tracking, rapid charging that provides 10+ hours of gameplay from a 15-minute charge, and vibrant 8-zone RGB lighting. However, it is notably heavy with a base weight of 121g (expandable to 153g), lacks onboard storage for its USB dongle, and some users find the third side button difficult to reach.

Technical Specifications of mouse SteelSeries Rival 650 Wireless

Technical Score
Technical score
6.2/ 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 58% of models
Score components:

36%

5.8

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.5

Controls

16%

4.0

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

4.6

Battery & Charging

6.2
SteelSeries Rival 650 Wireless has a technical score of 6.2 points, which is higher than that of 57.9% of products in this category.
User score
User score
8.6/ 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
â–² Better than 74% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.1

Number of reviews

Based on 4,511 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.
8.6
SteelSeries Rival 650 Wireless has a user score of 8.6 points, which is higher than that of 73.8% of products in this category.
Popularity
Popularity
8.1/ 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 73% of models
Popularity:
SteelSeries Rival 650 Wireless has a popularity score of 8.1 points, which is higher than that of 73.5% of products in this category.
8.1
SteelSeries Rival 650 Wireless has a popularity score of 8.1 points, which is higher than that of 73.5% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.6/ 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 57% of models
Score components:

60%

6.6

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.6
SteelSeries Rival 650 Wireless has a value-for-money score of 7.6 points, which is higher than that of 57.3% 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
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.
2.4GHz only.
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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 / 2.4 GHz.
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
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
24 hours
Battery life
24 hours
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
This mouse has a battery life of 24 hours, which is less than 98% of mice.
Battery capacity
1,000 mAh
Battery capacity
1,000 mAh
★ Better than 94% of models
Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
This mouse has a battery capacity of 1,000 mAh, which is larger than 94% of mice and equal to 3.3% 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
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
121 g
Weight
121 g
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 121 g, which is heavier than 88.5% of mice and equal to 0.2% 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
N/A
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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 650 Wireless 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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 / 2.4 GHz.
    wireless+wired vs wireless
  • 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.
  • 2x larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    1,000 mAh
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
    This mouse has a battery capacity of 1000 mAh, while the average mouse has a battery capacity of 500 mAh.
    1,000 mAh vs 500 mAh
  • 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
  • 47.6% higher mouse weight
    Weight
    121 g
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 121 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    121 g vs 82 g
  • 61 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    24 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
    This mouse has a battery life of 24 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.
    24 hours vs 85 hours
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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.
    October 2018
    2018 vs 2021
  • 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
  • 61 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    24 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
    This mouse has a battery life of 24 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.
    24 hours vs 85 hours
  • 47.6% higher mouse weight
    Weight
    121 g
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 121 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    121 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.
    October 2018
    2018 vs 2021

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Based on 4,511 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about SteelSeries Rival 650 Wireless?

  • Highly accurate dual-sensor system (TrueMove3+) with 1:1 tracking and dedicated depth sensor for ultra-low lift-off distance.
  • Fast charging capability provides up to 10 hours of use from a 15-minute charge.
  • Unique 256-configuration weight system allows for extensive balance and center-of-gravity tuning.
  • Vibrant 8-zone RGB lighting that is independently programmable via user-friendly software.
  • Excellent ergonomic design with a soft-touch finish and comfortable grooves on main buttons.
  • Durable build with main switches rated for up to 60 million clicks.

What customers dislike about SteelSeries Rival 650 Wireless?

  • Inherently heavy design (121g without additional weights), which may be fatiguing for some gamers.
  • Commonly reported durability issues with side rubber grips peeling off due to adhesive failure over time.
  • The front-most side button is difficult to reach for users with small to medium hands.
  • The soft-touch coating is prone to picking up visible fingerprints and grease quickly.
  • Lacks internal storage for the USB wireless receiver and does not support Bluetooth connectivity.
  • Uses an older Micro-USB charging port rather than modern USB-C.

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