SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2 Shadow – Overview
- 4K wireless polling: 4,000Hz wireless polling (0.25 ms), four times faster than the previous generation’s 1 ms.
- TrueMove 26K sensor: Optical sensor with up to 26,000 CPI (adjustable in 100 CPI steps), 400 IPS tracking and 40G acceleration.
- Ultra-light and IP54: AquaBarrier IP54 protection keeps water splashes, dust and dirt out of the mouse, at only 68 g.
- 80M-click mechanical switches: SteelSeries mechanical switches are rated for 80 million clicks.
- 2.4GHz + Bluetooth 5.0: Switch between low-latency 2.4GHz gaming wireless through the USB-C dongle and Bluetooth 5.0 for other devices.
- Long battery life: Up to 200 hours on Bluetooth or 120 hours on 2.4GHz at 1K polling (35 hours at 4K), RGB off. Charges over USB-C and works while charging.
- Personal aiming tools: Software tools include Sensitivity Matcher for converting sensitivity between games, independent X/Y DPI, angle rotation and a 3D Aim Trainer.
- 100% Virgin Grade PTFE feet: PTFE mouse feet give smooth glide, and SteelSeries offers a dual lift-off distance setting (from 1 mm).
- Warranty: 1 Year Carry-In Warranty
SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2 Shadow Specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Model | Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2 |
| Part Number | 62717 |
| EAN | 5707119066266 |
| Colour | Shadow |
| Back Cover | Transparent Black (Shadow) |
| Platform Compatibility | Windows, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Android, iOS (not all features may be supported on console/mobile) |
| Software | SteelSeries GG (Windows 10 and above) |
| Sensor | |
| Sensor | SteelSeries TrueMove 26K optical sensor |
| CPI | 100 to 26,000 in 100 CPI increments |
| IPS | 400 IPS (on SteelSeries QcK surfaces) |
| Acceleration | 40G |
| Polling Rate (Max) | 4,000Hz / 0.25 ms |
| Lift-off Distance | From 1 mm (dual LOD settings) |
| Buttons & Switches | |
| Buttons | 6 programmable |
| Switch Type | SteelSeries mechanical switches, rated for 80 million clicks |
| Onboard Features | Scroll Jump Protection, Low Power Mode |
| Wireless & Battery | |
| Gaming Wireless | 2.4GHz (USB-C wireless dongle) |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| Battery Life (RGB off) | Up to 120 h 2.4GHz (1K polling) / 35 h 2.4GHz (4K polling) / 200 h Bluetooth |
| Charging | USB-C. Super Mesh USB-C to USB-A cable (1.8 m); you can play while charging |
| Physical | |
| Weight | 68 g |
| Length | 120.55 mm |
| Width | 57.91 mm (front), 67.03 mm (back) |
| Height | 21.53 mm (front), 37.98 mm (back) |
| Shape | Ergonomic, right-handed (side buttons on left) |
| Grip Style | Claw / fingertip |
| Core Construction | ABS plastic |
| Illumination | 3 RGB zones |
| Water / Dust Resistance | IP54 (AquaBarrier) |
| Feet | 100% Virgin Grade PTFE |
| In the Box | |
| Contents | Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2 gaming mouse USB-C 2.4GHz wireless dongle USB Type-C to USB Type-A Super Mesh data/charging cable (1.8 m) Extension adapter (USB-C to USB-C) Product information guide |
| Warranty | |
| Warranty | 1 Year Carry-In Warranty |
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About the SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2 Shadow
The Shadow Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2 (part number 62717) is the dark option in the range, with a transparent black back cover. At 68 g it is built for claw and fingertip grips, and the TrueMove 26K sensor (100 to 26,000 CPI, 400 IPS, 40G) pairs with 4,000Hz wireless polling for fast, accurate tracking. AquaBarrier IP54 protection, 100% virgin-grade PTFE feet and six programmable buttons round it out. Battery life reaches 120 hours on 2.4GHz at 1K polling or 200 hours on Bluetooth with the RGB off.
