SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless Review
In this era of esports, new MMO mice are few and far between. Defined by a side keypad with six or more buttons instead of the usual forward and back inputs, MMO mice fly in the face of modern gaming mouse trends: Make 'em light, make 'em fast, and stick to only what you need. SteelSeries' Aerox 9 Wireless ($149.99) offers an even rarer proposition—a mouse that combines these two opposing designs. Like the company's other Aerox mice, it features a high-performance sensor and a honeycombed chassis that reduces weight. Unlike them, however, it puts a full 12-button keypad under your thumb. The Aerox 9 Wireless is a unique and captivating hybrid, though a couple of stumbles keep it from truly embodying the best of both worlds.Building a Better MMO Mouse The Aerox 9 looks more like an esports mouse than something made for RPGs. Most MMO mice tend to be wide and heavy, emphasizing quick access to an arsenal of hotkeys rather than the need to click around at top speed. The SteelSeries' ...
The SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless neatly blends MMO and esports mouse conventions, but a few snags keep it from greatness.
Huge number of buttons; Light for an MMO mouse; Good battery life; Flexible connection options
Side buttons are hard to navigate; Not as light as top esports mice; Limited onboard memory features