Specifications
- Lighting TypeRGBForm FactorTenkeyless (TKL)Keyboard TechnologyMechanicalConnection TypeWireless
- Key Specs
- Lighting Type: RGB
- Form Factor: Tenkeyless (TKL) (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
- Keyboard Technology: Mechanical (Type of technology that detects a key press.)
- Connection Type: Wireless
- General
- Brand: SteelSeries
- Model Number: 64871
- Product Name: Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 Wireless Mechanical OmniPoint Adjustable HyperMagnetic Gaming Keyboard with Rapid Tap
- Color: Black
- Features
- Lighting Type: RGB
- Customizable Lighting: true
- Numeric Keypad: false
- Touchpad: false
- Keyboard Type: Gaming, Programmable
- Palm Rest: true
- Spill Resistant: true (Designed to resist some degree of accidental liquid spill. The level of spill-resistance is indicated by the product manufacturer, but the degree of protection may not be guaranteed after normal wear of the product.)
- Foldable: false
- Keycap Material: PBT
- Maximum Number of Memory Profiles: 5
- Functions
- Form Factor: Tenkeyless (TKL) (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
- Number Of Keys: 87
- Keyboard Technology: Mechanical (Type of technology that detects a key press.)
- Dedicated Macro Keys: false (Perform shortcuts of key sequences to carry out commands with a single key. Key sequences may include key strokes, mouse actions, and/or menu actions.)
- Adjustable Tilt Function: true
- Key Switch Type: OmniPoint Adjustable
- Multimedia Keys: true
- Internet Keys: false
- Connectivity
- Connection Type: Wireless
- Wireless Connectivity: Radio Frequency (RF - 2.4 Ghz/Low Latency) (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Maximum Wireless Range: 30 feet
- Number Of USB Port(s): 1 (The total number of USB ports including all generations and versions.)
- Number of Devices Connectable Simultaneously: 1
- Compatibility
- Operating System Compatibility: Windows, Mac
- Plug and Play Operation: true
- Power
- Rechargeable Battery: true
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion polymer
- Batteries Included: true (Indicates whether the product comes with the required batteries for its operation.)
- On/Off Switch: true
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 1.65 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 13.99 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 5.05 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 2.29 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Mouse
- Mouse Included: false
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 Year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 Year
- Other
- UPC: 810052988221
Apex Pro TKL Wireless Gen 3, the world's fastest keyboard, just got smarter, featuring GG Quickset game presets and OmniPoint 3.0 adjustable HyperMagnetic switches with Rapid Trigger, Protection Mode, Rapid Tap and fully adjustable actuation points, delivering 20x quicker actuation and 11x faster response time.
- THE WORLD'S FASTEST KEYBOARD: Push the boundaries with cutting-edge OmniPoint 3.0 switches and Rapid Trigger, Protection Mode, Rapid Tap, and more.
- Rapid Tap: Prioritizes the last key press in a selected pair for faster input and improved aim. Enhance responsiveness for counter-strafing, peeking, crouch jumping or slide canceling. (Latest GG update Required)
- OMNIPOINT 3.0: More than just fast, our newly redesigned Hall Effect Switch have 20x faster actuation and 11x quicker response time, with 40 levels of adjustable actuation.
- GAME-READY PRESETS: Gain a competitive edge in your favorite game with just a few clicks using GG QuickSet's game-ready keyboard settings.
- REDUCED LATENCY: Rapid Trigger and Rapid Tap register keypresses faster for more responsive gameplay and improved aim.
- PROTECTION MODE: A SteelSeries exclusive feature — protect your keypresses by reducing the sensitivity of surrounding keys when the intended key is pressed, preventing accidental inputs.
- OLED SMART DISPLAY: Your digital command center for all settings without taking you out of the game.
- QUANTUM 2.0 DUAL WIRELESS: Connect with lag-free 2.4GHz for gaming or convenient Bluetooth for other devices.
Whats Included
- Keyboard
- Wrist Rest
Q: Does the keyboard have dedicated macro keys?
A: This keyboard does not have dedicated macro keys.
Q: How many devices can be connected to the keyboard simultaneously?
A: Only one device can be connected to the keyboard simultaneously.
Q: What is the maximum wireless range of the keyboard?
A: The maximum wireless range of the keyboard is 30 feet.
Q: Is the keyboard spill resistant?
A: This keyboard is spill resistant.
Q: What are the dimensions of the keyboard?
A: The keyboard measures 13.99 inches in width, 5.05 inches in depth, and 1.65 inches in height.
Q: What is the battery chemistry used in the keyboard?
A: The battery chemistry used in the keyboard is Lithium-ion Polymer.
Q: Can you play with this keyboard wired
A: Yes it can be used wireless or wired. The keyboard charges no batteries needed.
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| Pros for SteelSeries - Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 Wireless Mechanical OmniPoint Adjustable HyperMagnetic Gaming Keyboard with Rapid Tap - Black | |||
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Reviews
Customers are saying
Customers praise the Apex Pro TKL Gen 3's high-quality build and exceptional typing experience. Many reviewers highlighted the keyboard's smooth feel and crisp backlighting. The superior quality compared to other keyboards was also frequently noted. SteelSeries' continued improvement in keyboard design was a recurring theme in positive feedback.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Gen 3 vs Gen 2 vs Apex 7
I’ve been using Apex TKL 7 for 2 years. Loved the feel and quality except for failing 2 LEDs and being wired with a very thick wire that messes up my setup. Emded up buying Gen 2 from Steelseries website while on sale, the keys felt so clicky and cheaper than Apex 7. Ended up returning it and getting Gen 3, which is.. WOW, so high end typing experience (I type a lot and needed adjustable actuation). This is a true upgrade now. Got it on sale too which is not very common with Steelseries. Connection wise it’s perfect no complaints so far.
Posted by Sadiq
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
BEST KEYBOARD!!!!
AMAZING!!!! Once you buy this keyboard you won’t find another like this so many features I can’t write it all
Posted by LeninM
- Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Awesome 3.0 switches ruined by bad software
TLDR - This is probably the smoothest feeling HE keyboard I've ever used BUT it comes with the trade-off of terrible software and zero repairability. Detailed review and other gaming keyboard recommendations are below. I work in the tech industry (mostly in front of a computer screen) so I'm a bit of a geek when it comes to keyboards. I currently own like 5 or 6 different mechanical keyboards and I've previously had Hall Effect keyboards from Wooting, Razr, and Corsair. That said, compared to the other HE gaming keyboards that I've owned I would go as far as to say that the Omnipoint 3.0 switches are probably the best (OOTB) feeling and sounding HE switches I've ever tried. The switches are incredibly smooth and have a nice neutral sound profile to them compared to other HE switches on the market like the popular Gateron Jades or Lekker that tend to be clackier. I would even go as far as to say that I wouldn't mind using the Apex Pro for work/typing, although they're not exactly silent so I'm only using them for gaming. From a strictly typing/feel perspective this keyboard is 5 stars. Where the Apex Pro falls short is that it's still a SteelSeries product so the software is bad. Don't even bother using this with a Mac because the Mac software won't even pair with the keyboard so you're unable to change switch actuation points or customize the RGB. Even with PC I had a ridiculously difficult time pairing this keyboard with the software and the only way I ultimately succeeded in pairing it was because I read some old reddit post recommending to use the Steelseries software from October 2023. Once I did that it magically paired. That said, pairing wasn't the end of my problems. The Engine software is so bad that it took me a while just to figure out how to customize the RGB colors. But wait, theres more... in order to keep your custom RGB profile active you have to keep the SteelSeries software running! So essentially if you run into the same issues I did with pairing this keyboard with the software then you may not be able to change the default rainbow RGB profile at all! The onboard profiles only allow you to save custom actuation points on the switches, not RGB profiles as far as I can tell. And finally, if you're familiar with these big brand keyboards you know that they lock you in to their ecosystem so theres currently no good way to customize this keyboard on your own or even buy the omnipoint 3.0 switches as back-up. All that to me isn't worth the smooth typing feel. For other keyboard recommendations - if you want a smooth typing feel and decent sound on a hall-effect gaming keyboard that actually has good software then I highly recommend looking into Wooting and the Gateron Jade mini switches. The Wooting board I want is currently on back order but as soon as they become available again I'll be selling this Apex and going that route.
Posted by MadMensch