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Brand | SteelSeries |
Color | Onyx |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
Special Feature | Wireless, Programmable Buttons, Lightweight, Ergonomic Design, Water Resistant |
Movement Detection Technology | Optical |
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- STUNNING RGB — Radiant 3-zone PrismSync RGB shines in 16.8 million configurable colors
- ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT — Purposefully designed holey shell reduces weight to 89g for effortless, fast gameplay
- AQUABARRIER — Mouse interiors are shielded from water splashes, dust, and dirt, technology rated IP54
- 18 PROGRAMMABLE BUTTONS — Execute the toughest rotations and instantly access plenty of shortcuts with a 12-button side panel
- PERFORMANCE TO OUTLAST YOU — Extensive 180-hour battery life enabled by lag-free Quantum 2.0 Wireless technology with 2.4GHz for gaming and Bluetooth 5.0
- NEXT-GEN SWITCHES — Golden Micro IP54 switches last longer than a lifetime for crispy clicks, with added dust and water resistance
- PIXEL-PERFECT ACCURACY — Great TrueMove Air optical gaming sensor co-developed with PixArt
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connectivity tech | Wireless | USB, Bluetooth | Bluetooth | : LIGHTSPEED Wireless | Bluetooth, USB | 2.4Ghz, USB |
hand orientation | Ambidextrous | Right | Right | Ambidextrous | Right | Ambidextrous |
power source | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | — | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered |
tracking method | Optical | Optical | Optical | Optical | Optical | Optical |
range | 5 meters | 5 meters | — | 1 meters | 10 | 10 meters |
button quantity | 18 | 6 | 12 | 6 | 16 | 9 |
hardware platform | PC | PC | — | PC/Mac | PC, Laptop, Tablet | PC, Mac, Linux |
battery quantity | 1 lithium polymer, 1 lithium ion | 1 lithium ion | 1 lithium ion | 1 aaa, 1 aa | 1 lithium polymer | 1 lithium polymer |
batteries required | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
weight | 3.2 ounces | 0.07 kilograms | 99 grams | 0.21 pounds | 132 grams | — |
battery average life | 180 hours | — | — | 250 hours | 45 hours | 52.5 hours |
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Built To Shine
Stylish, industry-edge design meets dazzling RGB effects. The holey design of Aerox 9 Wireless works in concert with 16.8 million RGB enabled by 3 fully customizable zones of color to mark a signature on your desk and shine in complete harmony with other SteelSeries products using PrismSync.
89g Ultra Lightweight
Whether you wish to dominate in an MMO or relax with an RPG or sim, Aerox 9 Wireless excels in any genre. Enhanced durability coupled with an ultralight 89g build ensures longetivity and comfort of use.
AquaBarrier
The holey design of the Aerox 9 Wireless is effortlessly protected by AquaBarrier. Don't sweat the minor stuff as your Aerox is safe from dirt, crumbs, pet hair, and more; the IP 54-rated protection safeguards it so you can focus on major plays.
18 Programmable Buttons
Whether you're masterfully cranking out a difficult rotation in an MMO or executing commands on the fly in a MOBA, the configurable 18-button layout with a 12-button side panel has your back.
Performance to Outlast You
Stay in the gaming loop for longer with all-new Quantum 2.0 Wireless technology, built for reliable and power efficient uptime of up to 180 hours. Fast charge gets you back with 40 hours of usage in 15 minutes. Switch between lag-free 2.4GHz and flexible Bluetooth 5.0 Connection.
Clicking Prowess
With a custom 1-to-1 tracking sensor co-developed with PixArt and innovative, next-gen Golden Micro IP54 switches, your clicks remain accurate and reliable for a lifetime.
100% PTFE Glide Skates
Swipe flawlessly to victory on 100% pure PTFE glide skates, designed for enhanced control and super-fast mouse movements.
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Weight
| 89g | 59g | 68g | 66g | 74g |
Buttons
| 18 | 6 | 6 | 9 | 9 |
Water & Dust Resistance
| AquaBarrier IP 54 Rated | AquaBarrier IP 54 Rated | AquaBarrier IP 54 Rated | AquaBarrier IP 54 Rated | AquaBarrier IP 54 Rated |
Wireless
| 2.4GHz & Bluetooth | — | 2.4GHz & Bluetooth | — | 2.4GHz & Bluetooth |
Battery Life
| Up to 180 hour | — | Up to 200 hour | — | Up to 180 hour |
Sensor Type
| TrueMove Air | TrueMove Core | TrueMove Air | TrueMove Air | TrueMove Air |
RGB Zones
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Glide Skates
| 100% Pure PTFE | 100% Pure PTFE | 100% Pure PTFE | 100% Pure PTFE | 100% Pure PTFE |
Product Description
Aerox 9 Wireless combines dazzling RGB with industry-leading design, featuring a streamlined 89g build for comort and speed. Safeguarded against dust, dirt, and splashes with AquaBarrier™ protection, Aerox has 18-customizable buttons to excel in MMO and MOBA games. Outlast the competition with superb 180-hour battery life using 2.4GHz or Bluetooth 5.0 wireless.
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Brand | SteelSeries |
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Series | Aerox 9 Wireless - RGB Gaming Mouse |
Item model number | 62618 |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Operating System | Windows 8.1 or newer, MacOS 10.13 or newer, Linux, ChromeOS |
Item Weight | 3.2 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 5.08 x 2.76 x 1.67 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.08 x 2.76 x 1.67 inches |
Color | Onyx |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Manufacturer | SteelSeries |
ASIN | B09VNPB6Q1 |
Country of Origin | China |
Date First Available | April 12, 2022 |
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Best Sellers Rank | #2,775 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #131 in PC Gaming Mice |
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Customers find the mouse to be a good option for MMOs and gaming. It's lightweight and portable, making it easy to use with high performance. However, some customers have issues with the button placement and responsiveness. They also mention that the scroll wheel doesn't work properly, and connectivity issues. Opinions differ on ergonomics and battery life.
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Customers generally like the mouse quality. They mention it's light, doesn't get too sweaty, and works fine for MMOs. The mousepad is nice, and the battery life seems great. Some say it's a bit disappointing but good enough to get the job done.
"...but it works and has zero issues.. (unlike the awful Armoury Crate crap which is a slow memory hog that caused crashes on my beefy gaming pc)..." Read more
"...The button grid is a bit larger than the Naga, but useable... comparable to the Corsair but the buttons are easier to find with my thumb...." Read more
"The Aerox 9 is so close to being the perfect mouse for MMO players who also enjoy FPS, RTS, and MOBAs...." Read more
"...Sometimes it takes turning the mouse off and on. Sometimes it takes unplugging the dongle and plugging it back in...." Read more
Customers appreciate the mouse's lightweight design. They find it easy to use and portable, even with its many buttons.
"...It's way lighter than I'm used to, so tracking will take a bit of getting used to. Bluetooth option is a major plus for when I travel...." Read more
"Pros: lighter than any mouse I've had before 12 side buttons..." Read more
"...It's relatively lightweight with a nice finish, the M1/M2 switches feel and sound great, and importantly for an MMO mouse, the side buttons are..." Read more
"...At 90g it weighs 40g less than some of its peers. The lighter weight is actually really noticeable when juggling between mouse movement, side button..." Read more
Customers have different views on the mouse's ergonomics. Some find it comfortable and suitable for FPS games, with a great shape. Others have issues with the feel, saying the skates are terrible and the clicks feel crunchy.
"...surprised upon trying the mouse and finding it fit my medium sized hands just right and all those side buttons (3 rows of 4) were actually easy to..." Read more
"...bit, I had to go back to the Naga because the G600 is massive and hard to maneuver...." Read more
"...It's relatively lightweight with a nice finish, the M1/M2 switches feel and sound great, and importantly for an MMO mouse, the side buttons are..." Read more
"...similar mouse, and it's also cheaper and has been said to have better ergonomics (communities on Reddit, Discord, etc.)." Read more
Customers have different views on the battery life of the mouse. Some find it has good reception and range, with good battery life. Others are disappointed with the short battery life, mentioning it drains quickly compared to BT models. The 2.4GHz model also drains quickly compared with BT models, lasting only about 2 days of gaming before needing to plug it back in. Overall, opinions vary on the battery life.
"...are not an issue at all and easy to find and use.. it's got great battery life and I really like the software as well.. it's got a use anywhere..." Read more
"...It might disconnect because the computer went to sleep, the battery got low, or you opened the wrong window, or just at complete random...." Read more
"...12 side buttons battery life actually better than expected since advertised battery life on most devices tend to be much higher than..." Read more
"...3. **Battery Life and Software Issues**: Despite its impressive performance and build quality, the Aerox 9 falls short in a couple of key areas...." Read more
Customers find the mouse's button placement awkward. They find the side buttons difficult to press and oddly placed. The button grid is larger than the Naga, but useable. Some reviewers mention that the responsiveness of the buttons is a bit lacking. While gripping the mouse, more effort is needed to reach the farther buttons compared to peers. The DPI and CPI buttons are only one button, and the CPI button started getting wonky about a year ago.
"...Bluetooth option is a major plus for when I travel. The button grid is a bit larger than the Naga, but useable... comparable to the Corsair but the..." Read more
"...Cons - When palm gripping, more difficult to reach the farther buttons compared to peers. -..." Read more
"...but everything fits my medium sized hands great and the side buttons are not an issue at all and easy to find and use.. it's got great battery life..." Read more
"...despite not wanting the other side panels, and then the left clicker started wearing down less then 2 years in, which replicated in all the people I..." Read more
Customers have issues with the mouse's functionality. They report that it stops working frequently, especially for gaming. Some say the sensor stops working and the palm and claw buttons don't work properly. The mouse has major and minor issues that reduce its functionality.
"...it also charges fast.. so yeah, I do lose some extra functionality like changing profiles and such if using bluetooth but I personally do..." Read more
"...Palm and claw don't work. I can't reach the buttons in palm. When I do claw, I invariably add more weight on my index finger...." Read more
"...Handles fps games without breaking a sweat. Flicking and lifting off without accidental presses isn't an issue at all. -..." Read more
"...a year later though (I've learned my lesson), and when the mouse started to malfunction just about 13 months hence, I was already well out of the..." Read more
Customers have issues with the scroll wheel. It activates in the wrong direction frequently, causes bounce back when scrolling, and subdues after a year of use. The scroll encoder is clearly not holding up, and the scroll speed gets slower.
"...The scrolling is a little sensitive for my preferences as there are some games that use the middle mouse click for an action and use scrolling for..." Read more
"...this squealing sound; and a few days later, the scrolling encoder is clearly not holding up, as the scrolling direction gradually evolved into chaos..." Read more
"10 month update The wheel scroll died. It took me 3 weeks to get a new mouse off warranty...." Read more
"...Scroll wheel activates in wrong direction frequently. Now my mouse won’t connect, even when I plug it directly in...." Read more
Customers are unhappy with the mouse's connectivity. They mention it disconnects frequently, even while playing games. The mouse also loses signal constantly, and it can be difficult to reconnect.
"...to be an excellent option, but their software is awful and no wireless was a problem when I wanted to travel, so it stays with my desktop now...." Read more
"...My mouse also has an issue where it randomly disconnects during use, and immediately reconnects...." Read more
"...So, screen snipping? Switch desktops? Task viewer? Not on Bluetooth. Those buttons just stop working...." Read more
"...And, let me be clear, it disconnects everyday, multiple times. Hard for me to put a rough number to it but I'd say between 6ish times a day?..." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2024Color: OnyxStyle: WirelessPattern Name: Aerox 9Verified PurchaseI wanted to update my aging and discontinued mid level multi-side button Logitech mouse for my living room and bedroom PC's, where I do all my gaming.. it didn't work on just the bare recliner arm very well, so I needed to use a small wooden circle with an attached bean bag (for stability) sitting on the arm for smooth tracking.. I also wanted a mouse with a rechargeable battery and that could do wired, wifi, AND bluetooth as I have a second Mini PC in my living room and could use the mouse itself to switch between controlling either one... (and it works well for that actually, I have it connected via Bluetooth to the mini PC and Wifi and wired to the gaming PC and just flip the switch on the mouse to the appropriate position).
I generally use a PS5 controller for more action oriented fps games (tho heartily agree that mouse and keyboard is the superior aiming control, I'm just a more casual single player game type). I'm usually in a recliner when gaming, so prefer to have a mouse with extra buttons so that i don't have to rely on a keyboard in my lap unless absolutely necessary..
tho not usually this many buttons as I at first thought this mouse was going to be unwieldy due to having SO many side buttons.. but I was pleasantly surprised upon trying the mouse and finding it fit my medium sized hands just right and all those side buttons (3 rows of 4) were actually easy to find and use with my thumb... no issues there at all thankfully.
it's a really light mouse, which really isn't a detriment for me but I could see someone wanting one that perhaps feels a bit more substantial for more competitive play maybe.. and really, that's my only thing I can critique it for really.. of the two I bought, one just stopped being recognized as a usb device by any PC.. I suspect it was a manufacturing issue, bad chip.. havent had any issue with the replacement or the second mouse at all..
so, there's a lot really good about this mouse.. I don't usually leave reviews unless it's really deserved as I'm admittedly lazy, lol. let's go over the good...
first, the software works great. Pairing and firmware updates can be a bit specific as they want you to plug the wifi dongle into the provided usb-c adapter via a usb-c cable rather than put the dongle directly into a usb-c port.. but it's a small inconvenience and only for initial or repairing or rare firmware updates.. and I wished the program opened up directly to the programming screen rather than the marketing page.. but it's super powerful software with tons of features, used for all their products.. you can have game profiles that automatically switch when you launch a game and as many as you like.. and any type of setting you can think of is there.. all buttons are programmable aside from the connection switch of course.. and tons of commands, windows shortcuts and combos, macros.. etc.. same for the LED lighting, which has three zones and tons of choices.. (tho I have it minimally set to a quick light up when a button is pressed to save battery life). but it works and has zero issues.. (unlike the awful Armoury Crate crap which is a slow memory hog that caused crashes on my beefy gaming pc)
the mouse can be used via bluetooth, usb-c (recharged, wired), and wifi.. now with bluetooth, you can't do any programming or profiles and it eats a bit more battery life than the low power wifi.. but not much. battery life is really great. It's been maybe two weeks since my last charge for my living room mouseand i've got the minimal led and switching between bluetooth and wifi to control different PC's.. i use it almost daily and it's only at 55% at two weeks! it also charges fast..
so yeah, I do lose some extra functionality like changing profiles and such if using bluetooth but I personally don't need it, just basic regular functionality, for the second mini PC as that's just for media like youtube or plex while I'm gaming on the living room tv.
another great thing about it is the sensor.. I can use this on any surface.. I think it's a proprietary one, not sure.. just know I now can just use my pants leg or recliner arm as my mouse pad where my last laser mouse still needed a separate surface for smooth tracking...
so I highly recommend this mouse.. it's well built.. it's not at all huge but everything fits my medium sized hands great and the side buttons are not an issue at all and easy to find and use.. it's got great battery life and I really like the software as well.. it's got a use anywhere sensor and the worst thing I can possibly say about it is that it might be a little too lightweight for some is all. that's it. I also bought an Apex pro tkl wireless that was on sale for the living room (as it also has the same bluetooth/wifi/wired/recharge functionality) and i love that too and there are features in the software where you can co-ordinate the LED lighting if you want.. or have a game control it.. I just use the lighting for more practical low light reasons over any flashy ones and to help preserve battery life but both have excellent marks on that..
it's a bit pricey but for what ya get, it's fairly worth it and you can always wait for a sale as well.
I've been using the Aerox 9 for[laying Baulder's Gate 3 and never need to use the keyboard.. love it!
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- Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2022Color: OnyxStyle: WirelessPattern Name: Aerox 9Verified PurchaseI have been trying for a decade to get away from Razer. I can't stand them, but I can't go back to not having an "MMO" mouse. The buttons are useful for all manner of games. I was really excited to try the Aerox 9, having been impressed with Steelseries' Apex Pro keyboard. I'm sorry to say this thing is awful.
The biggest problem here is that the mouse both expects you to have very light, small hands, and very large, freakishly long thumbs.
The main attraction of an MMO mouse is the side buttons. I have fairly large hands, at about 8 1/2 inches from the base of my palm to the tip of my middle finger, and about a 9 inch wingspan. Unless you're an NBA player, good luck reaching those keys. The side buttons are so far toward the front of the mouse, and add some ridiculous staggered angle, I cannot comfortably reach the 1, 2, 3, or 6 buttons. They're so hard to reach, I have to shift my grip to get at them. Palm and claw don't work. I can't reach the buttons in palm. When I do claw, I invariably add more weight on my index finger. That's when the second major problem shows up.
The actuation force on the clicks is absurdly low. This trend in recent years to reduce actuation force / distance is really, really stupid. Speed switches on keyboards, with ~1.2mm actuation, as opposed to the standard 2mm, have shown to have ZERO improvements in actuation speed. It's a gimmick that makes you bad at typing. It seems we're doing this with mice now, too. If you so much as look at the mouse funny, it will click. Unless you have baby hands, you can't rest your finger on the button at all. Having a neurological condition that causes me to shake, I have no choice. My large hands, not large enough to reach the side buttons, are also too large to comfortably use the mouse as a mouse. Lovely.
I measured the actuation force of the click at the tip of the button at around 30g. I'm using a scale, so it's not as accurate as a proper force gauge, but it got the job done. My Naga Pro actuated at 45g at the tip. The thing is, with the Naga, I don't have to rest my finger on the end of the button. Not only is it 50% more required force, but I can rest closer to the axis, which means my 70-80g force of a resting finger is less likely to actuate the click. The actuation force is fine when I palm grip, but again, I cannot do this AND use the side buttons, because this thing was designed by Salad Fingers.
For perspective, Cherry Brown keyboard switches are 55g. Blue are 60g. Red, being a pretty light switch, is 45g. Keyboard switches are also usually not required to bear the weight of a finger unless you're actively pressing a key. The mouse has to. 30g is too low.
Lastly, they replaced their old Engine software with this bloated GG thing. I didn't use it long enough to form an opinion on it, but lighter companion applications are almost universally better.
Buy a Naga Pro if you're willing to spend this much. Buy a Logitech G600 if you want to spend 1/4 the money. Hell, I'd recommend a Corsair Scimitar over this thing, and the side buttons on that thing suck, too.
Steelseries, you can fix this mouse by moving the buttons closer to the back, making them shorter in length for denser placement (see Naga), and stiffen up the click a bit. If you do that, you have a winner. Unfortunately, you designed the worst of both worlds.
Top reviews from other countries
- Petros SReviewed in Canada on October 10, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Best mouse i have used so far
Color: OnyxStyle: WirelessPattern Name: Aerox 9Verified PurchaseThis mouse is amazing! it has the standard num-like keypad on the side that we are used to see from every major brand. I won't talk about the software and the features and all those features you can read more accurately about on numerous sources.
I will focus on the feeling and the weight. This is light and by light, I mean really light. to the point I cant use any other mouse! My wrist pain is gone! and I spend even more hours in front of my computer.
I need to mention also that the honeycomb design was the only concern I had. But you don't even notice it and it definitely is a positive for feel and grip temperature!
- Alex BezerraReviewed in Brazil on June 16, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Ótimo produto.
Color: OnyxStyle: WirelessPattern Name: Aerox 9Verified PurchaseExcelente mouse.
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PsychedelicBeatReviewed in Mexico on August 27, 2024
3.0 out of 5 stars Duro casi el año 😂
Color: OnyxStyle: WirelessPattern Name: Aerox 9Verified PurchaseOtro poco y llega al año, la rueda del ratón ahora en lugar de subir baja y viceversa, a ver que procede con assurant que son los del seguro ojalá sirva para esto el haberlo comprado.
- KentlimReviewed in Singapore on April 14, 2024
4.0 out of 5 stars Doesn't work in BT mode
Color: OnyxStyle: WirelessPattern Name: Aerox 9Verified PurchaseI bought this to work with multiple devices (work and play). Found out the key mapping won't work in Bluetooth mode so you always need to plug in the dongle. This dimishes the usefulness of this mouse which is a major minus. The mouse is one of the lightest MMO mouse I've used which is a plus.
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PedroReviewed in Brazil on April 29, 2024
4.0 out of 5 stars Leve e com todas as funcionalidades, mas longe de perfeito.
Color: OnyxStyle: WirelessPattern Name: Aerox 9Verified PurchaseMouse Realmente bem leve. A posição dos botões laterais poderia ser um pouco melhor (eles não são alinhados verticalmente e são muito grandes horizontalmente) e o switch é meio estranho, mas no geral a construção é boa. Os skates são muito bons também. Nunca tive problemas com desconexões durante o jogo, nem no modo Bluetooth nem no 2.4GHz. O cabo que vem com ele também é grande e não enrosca ou gera resistência, então pode usá-lo sem problemas.
Os principais pontos negativos são:
A bateria dura beeeem menos que o prometido se você deixar os leds ligados, um dia todo no modo bluetooth vai te fazer precisar carregá-lo com certeza.
O software é ruim. Configurar os botões laterais foi bem mais difícil do que deveria, sem falar da iluminação. E por algum motivo toda vez que ligo o computador preciso reconectar no modo 2.4GHz.
No geral estou satisfeito com a compra.