No USB connectivity? Like, at all? It’s a good job SteelSeries’ new gaming mice are two of the best I’ve felt under my fingertips
SteelSeries has launched two new wireless gaming mice—the Rival Pro and Sensei Pro—that represent a significant shift in the company’s approach to competitive gaming peripherals. The most distinctive feature is the complete elimination of USB connectivity in favor of Ultra-Wideband (UWB) wireless technology, a bold move that prioritizes cable-free gameplay.
Both mice share identical core specifications: they weigh just 53 grams, feature a 42K DPI TrueMove 42K Pro sensor, and are equipped with SteelSeries Optical switches. The primary difference lies in their ergonomic design—the Rival Pro offers a traditional ergo palm grip, while the Sensei Pro features a symmetrical ambidextrous shape suitable for claw grips.
A standout innovation is the implementation of hot-swappable circular batteries that lock securely into both the mouse and base station, allowing users to keep a spare battery charged and ready. This eliminates traditional charging cable frustration and extends gaming sessions without interruption.
Priced at $179.99 USD (£169.99 / €199.99), the mice position themselves competitively against established players like the Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike and Razer Viper V4 Pro. Both mice launch on October 13th and represent SteelSeries’ return to the top tier of competitive gaming peripheral design, meeting demanding esports requirements with their lightweight construction and precision sensor technology.