SteelSeries Apex 9

The SteelSeries Apex 9 is a remarkable gaming keyboard. It has split millisecond latency and a super light actuation force along with a specific "gaming setting" that sets the actuation point at 1.0mm, so keypresses feel very responsive and fluid. You can program macros to any key and customize the RGB backlighting. Overall, it feels well-built, and while it's pretty comfortable to use, it could benefit from the use of a wrist rest, which you'll have to purchase separately.

-- As reviewed by Rtings
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Product details

  • Play at the Speed of Light - Outpace leading optical keyboards with 33% faster actuation using custom OptiPoint switches with zero debounce and a lightning-fast 0.2ms response time.
  • 2-point Actuation - Adapt to any game by changing the registration depth from a speedy, light 1mm press to a deliberate 1.5mm keystroke.
  • Swappable Switches - Customize, upgrade, and repair your keyboard by changing the switches to your favorite stye of OptiPoint switch.
  • Compact 60% Form Factor - Streamlined design saves desk space and leaves more room for mouse movement, retaining full-size keyboard capabilities with side-printed functions.
  • Durable PBT Keycaps - Long-lasting and fadeproof double shot PBT keycaps provide a high-quality texture for enhanced keystroke feel as well as improved typing accuracy.

PROS

+ Feels very well-built.
+ Exceptionally low latency.
+ All keys are macro-programmable.
+ Full RGB backlighting.

CONS

- Comfort would be improved with wrist rest, which isn't included.

Expert reviews and ratings

By Rtings on October 05, 2022
The SteelSeries Apex 9 is a remarkable gaming keyboard. It has split millisecond latency and a super light actuation force along with a specific "gaming setting" that sets the actuation point at 1.0mm, so keypresses feel very responsive and fluid. You can program macros to any key and customize the RGB backlighting. Overall, it feels well-built, and while it's pretty comfortable to use, it could benefit from the use of a wrist rest, which you'll have to purchase separately.
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