With the culmination of the brand’s 25th anniversary, SteelSeries, the global leader in premium gaming and esports peripherals, today unveils a new generation of two of its most iconic mouse franchises: the Sensei Pro and Rival Pro Series.
While 8K is all the rage, gamers can’t necessarily take full advantage of 8K polling consistently because there is significant congestion on the 2.4 GHz highway, and 8K polling itself is power-hungry. Similar to the 5G mobile network wars, different brands claim to have the fastest network and best coverage, but with different metrics and implementations, making it hard to understand. The truth is, 8K polling is only as fast as the signal behind it, and the 2.4GHz band that nearly every wireless mouse relies on is congested with headsets, keyboards, phones, and every other device in the area, all fighting for the same spectrum. Ultimately, it all comes down to performance.
SteelSeries has developed design and engineering breakthroughs that combine three key technologies into its new line of premium mice to solve this issue and give gamers a game-changing advantage. Ultra-Wideband (UWB) wireless sidesteps all that 2.4GHz traffic by operating on a super-fast tier spectrum with roughly 20x the bandwidth. A True 8K (8000 Hz) polling rate provides up to 8,000Hz report rate for faster response times, more accurate tracking, reduced input delay, and smoother cursor movement.
To fully unleash the power of 8K on UWB wireless, the Sensei Pro and Rival Pro Series mice are equipped with SteelSeries’ Infinite Power System, featuring hot-swappable batteries for uninterrupted gameplay, which equates to “8K all day.”
Reimagined for a new era of competitive play, the lineup features ultra-lightweight builds of just 53g for full-size models and 49g for mini models. They come stocked with best-in-class Optical Switches with a 100 million-click lifespan for a crisp, snappy feel and the most responsive, low-latency clicks at 0.35ms, and a new TrueMove 42K optical sensor that delivers elite tracking precision. Additionally, deep customization can be achieved through Advanced Aiming Tools & Software Tuning via the SteelSeries GG Software Suite, making the new Pro Series an ultra-high-performance powerhouse for serious competitors.
Building on the legacy of the legendary Sensei and Rival gaming mice, first introduced in 2011 and 2013, respectively, the new Pro Series combines iconic form factors with industry-leading innovations. The two franchises earned legendary status for their shape, comfort, and consistency among pros and competitive gamers, and the new Pro Series carries that legacy forward with a lineup engineered for players who demand speed, precision, durability, and flexibility. The Pro Series includes the Sensei Pro, Sensei Pro Mini, Rival Pro, and Rival Pro Mini in Black and White colorways — giving players more choice across fit, shape, and grip style with a focus on elite performance and power.
Rival Pro & Sensei Pro Series – Pro heritage, Next-gen performance.
• Ultra-Wideband Wireless (UWB) – The Rival Pro and Sensei Pro are less susceptible to the congestion and interference that can affect traditional 2.4GHz connections. Utilizing 6.4GHz-9.056GHz spectrum, UWB has 20x the bandwidth to take full advantage of a super-fast spectrum and can leverage multiple wireless channels simultaneously to deliver pure performance and constant, consistent 8K wireless. The result is a reliable signal, lower latency, and consistent performance in demanding environments.
• Flawless True 8K – An 8,000Hz polling rate delivers near-instant responsiveness, refreshing position data up to 8,000 times per second — up to 8x faster than standard 1,000Hz mice. Other sensors throttle when polling is set below 8K. The Rival Pro and Sensei Pro Series have a Max Performance Mode that sets the sensor to 8K mode all the time with 20K/sec frame captures and full 800IPS/70G consistently for the most responsive tracking experience even for micro movements.
• Infinite Power System – SteelSeries’ hot-swappable dual batteries keep players in the game without interruption. Two batteries allow gamers to charge one while the other is in use and can be swapped for maximum playing time. (Up to 32 hours @8K |16 hours per battery, or 120 hours @1K | 60 hours per battery)
• Advanced Aim Tools & Software Tuning – This is the most complete software package SteelSeries has created for personalization and optimization for a new product, including Device Configuration, Aim Training, and a Web-Based App. With our performance-enhancing options, these mice can be tuned to perfection for any playstyle or surface and provide the ultimate precision and tracking experience.
Gamers can get pinpoint accuracy with Rotation Control, Adjustable Liftoff Distance, and Scroll Jump Protection, allowing effortless customization. A Sensitivity Finder helps identify ideal settings, while a Sensitivity Converter makes it easy to transfer preferred aim DPI across games for consistent performance, and a cutting-edge 3D Aim Trainer helps gamers improve their aim for FPS games.
Engineered for elite performance in today’s most-played competitive titles — including Counter-Strike 2, VALORANT, and Fortnite — the Rival Pro and Sensei Pro series are purpose-built to help players perform at their peak and are available for pre-order at SteelSeries.com and retailers around the world starting on September 29 and available at retail outlets starting on October 13 for the following MSRPs:
• Sensei Pro and Rival Pro (Black, White) – US $179.99 | EMEA €199.99 | UK £169.99
• Sensei Pro Mini and Rival Pro Mini (Black, White) – US $179.99 | EMEA €199.99 | UK £169.99
• Wireless Travel Dongle (exclusive to steelseries.com) – US $24.99 | EMEA €24.99 | UK £24.99
