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Ultra-light black gaming mouse with honeycomb shell and detachable braided cable

SteelSeries

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wired Gaming Mouse 59g Black

SKU CH-HX2G-GTE87

Ultra-light 59g honeycomb shell gaming mouse with TrueMove Core 8500 DPI sensor, IP54 water and dust resistance, Golden Micro IP54 switches rated for 80 million clicks.

  • Interface typeUSB
  • Grip typePalm / Claw
  • Tracking technologyOptical
  • Sensor typeTrueMove Core
  • DPI resolution8500 dpi
  • HandednessRight Hand

Color Black

  • Ultra-light 59g honeycomb shell enables effortless agility
  • TrueMove Core sensor delivers pixel-perfect 8500 DPI precision
  • Golden Micro IP54 switches rated for 80 million clicks
  • IP54 AquaBarrier protects internals from water and dust
  • 3-zone PrismSync RGB with detachable 1.8m USB-C cable

Ultra-Light 59g Honeycomb Design

The SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wired Gaming Mouse weighs 59g and uses a perforated honeycomb shell to reduce mass. This lightweight construction targets competitive players who prefer fast, low-effort swipes in first-person shooters or MOBA titles. The right-handed shape supports both palm and claw grip styles for extended sessions.

IP54 Protection and Detachable USB-C Cable

Golden Micro IP54 switches are rated for 80 million clicks and resist dust and splashes alongside the AquaBarrier coating on the PCB. A detachable 1.8m Super Mesh USB-C cable reduces drag and simplifies transport or replacement. Three-zone PrismSync RGB lighting offers 16.8 million colour options for personalisation.

TrueMove Core 8500 DPI Sensor Upgrade

The TrueMove Core optical sensor delivers true 1:1 tracking at up to 8500 DPI with 300 IPS and 35G acceleration. This replaces lower-tier sensors that introduce smoothing or prediction errors during rapid flicks. The jump is worthwhile for players who need consistent pixel-perfect precision without hardware acceleration.

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Price $64.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSteelSeries
Product lineAerox 3
Model nameAerox 3 Black
Product type2.4 GHz / Wired
Product colorOnyx Black
Performance
Tracking technologyOptical
Sensor typeTrueMove Core
DPI resolution8500 dpi
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB
Size & build
HandednessRight Hand
Product weight59g
In the box
In the box1 × SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wired Gaming Mouse (Black Onyx)
1 × Detachable Super Mesh USB-C to USB-A Cable (1.8m)
1 × Quick Start Guide
1 × SteelSeries Product Registration Card
More details
Grip typePalm / Claw
Button count6
Scroll type1 x Wheel

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Questions about this item

What USB standard does the detachable cable use and what practical limit does it set?

The detachable Super Mesh cable uses a USB interface and runs at USB 2.0 speeds, which is standard for wired gaming mice and does not limit the 8500 dpi sensor or 300 IPS tracking performance.

What physical space and grip styles does the 59 g honeycomb shell suit?

The right-handed Aerox 3 weighs 59 g and is shaped for palm and claw grips; its honeycomb shell keeps the outline compact so it fits most medium-to-large hands without needing extra desk clearance.

How do you install the mouse and which step is often missed?

Plug the USB-C end into the mouse, connect the USB-A end to the PC, then install SteelSeries GG software to enable PrismSync RGB and DPI profiles — skipping the software step leaves lighting and button mapping at defaults.

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