Which is better for office work?

The MX Master 3S. Its thumb wheel, gesture support and 70-day battery fit spreadsheets and long documents better than the Aerox 5's gaming layout.

Which is better for gaming?

The Aerox 5. At 74 g with 18,000 DPI and 1000 Hz polling, it is built for fast movement, while the MX Master 3S is heavy at 141 g.

Which lasts longer on a charge?

The MX Master 3S, rated at 70 days. The Aerox 5 is rated up to 180 hours, which is about a week of heavy use.

Is the MX Master 3S worth the extra money?

Only if you value comfort and the thumb wheel. At $79.97 as of November 3, 2026, it costs about $14 more than the Aerox 5 at $65.94 at Newegg as of November 8, 2026.

Does either mouse work on glass?

The MX Master 3S does. The Aerox 5 is listed for mousepads and desks only.

Can both connect to more than one device?

Yes. Both support multi-device connections, and both offer Bluetooth alongside a 2.4 GHz or USB receiver link.

Logitech MX Master 3S vs SteelSeries Aerox 5 Wireless

Buy the MX Master 3S for office work, spreadsheets and long sessions on Mac or PC. Buy the Aerox 5 for fast-paced gaming and for anyone who wants a much lighter mouse. On price, the Aerox 5 is cheaper: $65.94 at Newegg as of November 8, 2026, versus $79.97 for the MX Master 3S as of November 3, 2026.

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