SteelSeries Apex 5

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Product details

The Apex 5 combines the smoothness of a membrane switch with the higher durability and performance, as well as the satisfying tactile click of a mechanical blue switch, providing a premium gaming experience where you don’t have to choose between one or the other.

Customize the OLED display with your favorite GIFs, a quick view of important game information, incoming Discord messages, settings, and other options.

The metal frame made from 5000 series aluminum is incredibly robust and durable, making it the perfect centerpiece for any high-end setup.

The perfect keyboard accessory features a simple magnetic solution for easy and secure attachment of the wrist rest, along with a durable soft-touch surface, allowing you to type and play comfortably for as long as you want.

With the clickable metal dial and media keys, you can adjust volume and settings in an instant: with the push of a button, you can change brightness, rewind, skip, pause, and much more.

Prevents your cable from being excessively strained or getting in the way. The frame features built-in channels with three possible exits for your cable, keeping your desk tidy.

Key specifications

Keyboard type
Gaming keyboard
Mechanical keyboard
Set Scope
Keyboard only
Keyboard form factor
100%
Peripheral connection
USB
Key technology
Hybrid Blue
Mecha membrane
Keyboard Equipment
Anti-Ghosting
Backlight
Illuminated keys
Numeric keypad
RGB lighting
Special keys for media
Wrist support
Power supply
USB power delivery
Item number
12801934

General information

Manufacturer
Category
Manufacturer no.
64535
Release date
15.1.2020

Colour

Colour group
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Keyboard properties

Keyboard type
Gaming keyboard
Mechanical keyboard
Set Scope
Keyboard only
Keyboard form factor
100%
Key technology
Hybrid Blue
Mecha membrane
Keyboard technology
Mechanical-switch
Keyboard layout
Germany
Keyboard layout
QWERTZ
Peripheral signal transmission
Cable
Keyboard Equipment
Anti-Ghosting
Backlight
Illuminated keys
Numeric keypad
RGB lighting
Special keys for media
Wrist support
Peripheral connection
USB
Number buttons
108
Number of special keys
1 x
Cable length
2.20 m

Mouse features

Mouse type
Gaming Mouse
Mouse features
RGB lighting
Peripheral signal transmission
Cable

Power supply

Power supply
USB power delivery
Battery life
20 days

Operating system

Operating system compatibility
Mac OS
Windows

Origin

Country of origin
Germany

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Gaming keyboard
Magnetic palm rest
Manual

Product dimensions

Length
139.20 mm
Width
442.80 mm
Height
40.50 mm
Weight
925.33 g

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Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Keyboard» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 35.Razer
    1,8 %
  • 37.Endorfy
    1,9 %
  • 37.SteelSeries
    1,9 %
  • 39.ASUS
    2 %
  • 40.Glorious PC Gaming Race
    2,3 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 30.CHERRY xtrfy
    8 days
  • 31.ASUS
    9 days
  • 31.Razer
    9 days
  • 31.SteelSeries
    9 days
  • 34.Microsoft
    10 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Keyboard» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 32.Razer
    4,6 %
  • 33.Keychron
    4,7 %
  • 34.SteelSeries
    4,8 %
  • 34.Trust
    4,8 %
  • 36.Apple
    5 %

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PC Welt OnlineSingle testReleaseFebruary 2021

The Steelseries Apex 5 with its mechanical hybrid switches is a good choice especially for those who want a gaming keyboard with click-trigger switches and at the same time do not want to save on the rest of the equipment, but still do not want to spend too much money. Of course, the Apex 5 is a compromise of both technologies, but overall the hybrid solution is convincing.