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SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL
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Our new Whisper Quiet Gaming switches are designed with durable, low-friction material for over 20 million silent key presses.
The first waterproof TKL gaming keyboard. The Apex 3 TKL is dust and water-resistant according to IP32 standards, providing extra durability to prevent damage from liquids and dust particles, so you can keep playing no matter what happens to your keyboard.
Dedicated multimedia controls. A clickable volume knob and media keys help you quickly adjust your settings instead of searching through applications and settings. Adjust brightness, rewind, skip, or pause everything with just the press of a button.
SteelSeries Engine. Use our software to configure brilliant lighting effects when certain in-game events occur. Or use the macro editor to execute advanced key combinations with a single click.
Brilliant PrismSync lighting system. Take RGB to the next level with 8 zones of 16.8 million beautifully clear colors that can be synchronized with other SteelSeries products.
Triple cable routing. The frame of the Apex 3 TKL features 3 built-in channels through which the cable can exit the keyboard, keeping your desk tidy and safe.
Gaming-grade anti-ghosting. Every lightning-fast key press is perfectly registered thanks to anti-ghosting on the most commonly used gaming keys.
Glow up. Top-tier products at an affordable price with the innovative technology and premium performance of SteelSeries.
Keyboard type | Gaming keyboard |
Set Scope | Keyboard only |
Keyboard form factor | 80% (Tenkeyless) |
Peripheral connection | USB |
Key technology | Diaphragm |
Keyboard Equipment | Adjustable keyboard height, Backlight, Special keys for media, Water-resistant |
Power supply | USB power delivery |
Item number | 20689896 |
Manufacturer | SteelSeries |
Category | Keyboard |
Manufacturer no. | 64831 |
Release date | 27.4.2022 |
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Colour | Black |
Exact colour description | Black |
Keyboard type | Gaming keyboard |
Set Scope | Keyboard only |
Keyboard form factor | 80% (Tenkeyless) |
Key technology | Diaphragm |
Keyboard technology | Dome-switch |
Keyboard layout | USA |
Keyboard layout | QWERTY |
Signal transmission | Cable |
Keyboard Equipment | Adjustable keyboard height, Backlight, Special keys for media, Water-resistant |
Peripheral connection | USB |
Number buttons | 104 |
Mouse type | Gaming Mouse |
Mouse features | RGB lighting |
Signal transmission | Cable |
Power supply | USB power delivery |
Operating system compatibility | Windows |
Country of origin | China |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | 1x keyboard |
Length | 141 mm |
Width | 362 mm |
Height | 35 mm |
Weight | 715 g |
Length | 38 cm |
Width | 19 cm |
Height | 5 cm |
Weight | 900 g |
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Warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Keyboard» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 34.Keychron1.6 %
- 34.Savio1.6 %
- 34.SteelSeries1.6 %
- 37.Corsair1.7 %
- 38.Trust1.8 %
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: Digitec Galaxus- 29.CHERRY xtrfy6 days
- 29.Razer6 days
- 32.HyperX7 days
- 33.SteelSeries8 days
- 34.Microsoft13 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Keyboard» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 36.Razer4.9 %
- 37.MSI5 %
- 37.SteelSeries5 %
- 39.8bitdo5.3 %
- 39.Endorfy5.3 %
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- Adjustable feet
- Affordable
- Dedicated media keys
- Silent switches
- User-friendly software
- Cable isn't detachable