The Apex 3 stands out in its price class due to the quality of its appearance and workmanship. It is remarkably robust despite its rather low weight. The best feature is the palm rest. It is solidly attached to the keyboard by a magnet and, with its rubberised surface, is quite comfortable even during long periods of use. ...
SteelSeries Apex 3
Germany, Cable5 pieces in stock at third-party supplier
Product details
The water-resistant Apex 3 is a full-fledged gaming keyboard that combines SteelSeries' cutting-edge technology with a range of gaming-focused features. Choose from brilliant rainbow RGB effects, your favorite color schemes, or even to react to attacks.
Customize the lighting to match any style. Frictionless switches ensure nearly silent operation and unmatched durability, with a lifespan of over 20 million key presses. The perfect keyboard accessory offers a simple magnetic solution for secure attachment, full palm support, and a durable soft-touch surface, allowing you to type and play comfortably for as long as you wish.
A clickable metal roller and media keys enable you to adjust volume and settings in no time: rewind, skip, pause, and more, all at the touch of a button. Prevent your cable from stretching, pulling, and getting in the way. The frame features built-in channels that allow you to choose from three possible cable exit points, keeping your desk tidy.
Keyboard type | Ergonomic keyboard, Gaming keyboard |
Keyboard form factor | 100% |
Key technology | Mecha membrane |
Set Scope | Keyboard only |
Keyboard Equipment | Anti-Ghosting, Backlight, Ergonomic shape, Illuminated keys, Numeric keypad, Programmable buttons, RGB lighting, Special keys for media, Wrist support |
Peripheral connection | USB |
Power supply | USB power delivery |
Item number | 12796616 |
Manufacturer | SteelSeries |
Category | Keyboard |
Manufacturer no. | 64797 |
Release date | 15.1.2020 |
Colour | Black |
Exact colour description | Black |
Keyboard type | Ergonomic keyboard, Gaming keyboard |
Keyboard form factor | 100% |
Key technology | Mecha membrane |
Keyboard technology | Dome-switch |
Keyboard layout | Germany |
Keyboard layout | QWERTZ |
Set Scope | Keyboard only |
Keyboard Equipment | Anti-Ghosting, Backlight, Ergonomic shape, Illuminated keys, Numeric keypad, Programmable buttons, RGB lighting, Special keys for media, Wrist support |
Number buttons | 105 |
Cable length | 1.80 m |
Signal transmission | Cable |
Peripheral connection | USB |
Signal transmission | Cable |
Power supply | USB power delivery |
Battery life | 20 Days |
Operating system | MacOS, Windows |
Country of origin | China |
CO₂ emissions | 149,18 kg |
Climate contribution | EUR 3,70 |
Scope of delivery | Gaming keyboard, Hand, Magnetic palm rest |
Length | 151.62 mm |
Width | 444.70 mm |
Height | 39.69 mm |
Weight | 816.47 g |
Product Safety |
Length | 46 cm |
Width | 18 cm |
Height | 6 cm |
Weight | 1.30 kg |
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Although the Steelseries Apex 3 gaming keyboard is mainly made of plastic, all the materials used are of a high quality. We therefore like the feel very much. We also like the quiet but crisp membrane switches. There are only a few incorrect inputs at the beginning, but after a short familiarisation period, we get along well with them...