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.
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 |
Manufacturer | SteelSeries |
Category | Keyboard |
Manufacturer no. | 64535 |
Release date | 15.1.2020 |
Colour | Black |
Exact colour description | Black |
Keyboard type | Gaming keyboard, Mechanical keyboard |
Keyboard form factor | 100% |
Key technology | Hybrid Blue, Mecha membrane |
Keyboard technology | Mechanical-switch |
Keyboard layout | Germany |
Keyboard layout | QWERTZ |
Set Scope | Keyboard only |
Keyboard Equipment | Anti-Ghosting, Backlight, Illuminated keys, Numeric keypad, RGB lighting, Special keys for media, Wrist support |
Number buttons | 108 |
Number of special keys | 1 x |
Cable length | 2.20 m |
Signal transmission | Cable |
Peripheral connection | USB |
Mouse type | Gaming Mouse |
Mouse features | RGB lighting |
Signal transmission | Cable |
Power supply | USB power delivery |
Battery life | 20 days |
Operating system compatibility | Mac OS, Windows |
Country of origin | China |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Gaming keyboard, Magnetic palm rest, Manual |
Length | 139.20 mm |
Width | 442.80 mm |
Height | 40.50 mm |
Weight | 925.33 g |
Length | 46 cm |
Width | 17 cm |
Height | 6 cm |
Weight | 1.37 kg |
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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.