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Cooler Master MM711 vs SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless: Comparison

What is the difference between Cooler Master MM711 and SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless?

Weight is where these two genuinely part company, Cooler Master MM711 53 g against SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless 68 g, a 28% lead for Cooler Master MM711. SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless also leads on max dpi, 16000 DPI on the Cooler Master MM711 versus 18000 DPI on the SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless.

Cooler Master MM711 vs SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless: which one fits your build

Buy the Cooler Master MM711 for right-handed palm and claw grip players wanting low weight and buyers who want a flagship sensor at a mid-range price, though it is not the pick for ambidextrous or left-handed users and anyone who wants a wireless connection. The same goes for anyone upgrading from a heavier ergonomic mouse without changing grip style. Avoid it for players bothered by a perforated shell letting in dust and debris. The SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless suits players who sweat a lot or want spill protection and gram-counters who still want RGB and dual wireless modes, though it is not built for anyone who wants a flagship-tier sensor and large-hand palm grip players needing a bigger shell. It is the wrong buy for buyers who want the longest possible battery life with RGB left on. Our rating of the Cooler Master MM711 (8/10): A genuinely light ergonomic mouse with flagship internals, and one of the best value picks for palm grip players who want low weight. Our rating of the SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless (8/10): one of the few lightweight wireless mice that backs up its honeycomb shell with genuine spill and sweat resistance.

Frequently asked questions

Do the Cooler Master MM711 and SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless differ on sensor model?

Yes. Sensor Model reads PixArt PMW3389 on the Cooler Master MM711 versus TrueMove Air Optical on the SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless.

Is the Polling Rate the same on the Cooler Master MM711 and SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless?

It is. Both are listed at 1000 Hz, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.

Specs and benchmarks

  • Brand

    Cooler Master MM711
    Cooler Master
    SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless
    SteelSeries
  • Connectivity

    Cooler Master MM711
    Wired
    SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless
    Wireless 2.4G / Bluetooth
  • Grip Type

    Cooler Master MM711
    Right-Handed
    SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless
    Ambidextrous
  • Model

    Cooler Master MM711
    MM711
    SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless
    Aerox 3 Wireless
  • Shape

    Cooler Master MM711
    Ergonomic
    SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless
    Symmetrical
  • Sensor Model

    Cooler Master MM711
    PixArt PMW3389
    SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless
    TrueMove Air Optical
  • Sensor Tier

    Cooler Master MM711
    Flagship
    SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless
    Mid-Range
  • Max DPI

    Cooler Master MM711
    16000 DPI-11%
    SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless
    18000 DPIBest
  • Buttons

    Cooler Master MM711
    6
    SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless
    6
  • Polling Rate

    Cooler Master MM711
    1000 Hz
    SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless
    1000 Hz
  • RGB Lighting

    Cooler Master MM711
    Yes
    SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless
    Yes
  • Weight

    Cooler Master MM711
    53 gBest
    SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless
    68 g-28%
  • Switch Type

    Cooler Master MM711
    Mechanical
    SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless
    Mechanical

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Cooler Master MM711 if you want the higher buttons (6 vs 6), the higher polling rate (1000 Hz vs 1000 Hz) and the lower weight (53 g vs 68 g).

    Choose SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless if you want the higher max DPI (18000 DPI vs 16000 DPI).

    Price comparison

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    Verdict

    Cooler Master MM711

    8 / 10 Expert Rating

    A genuinely light ergonomic mouse with flagship internals, and one of the best value picks for palm grip players who want low weight.

    SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless

    8 / 10 Expert Rating

    One of the few lightweight wireless mice that backs up its honeycomb shell with genuine spill and sweat resistance.

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