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product_id: 255729
title: "SteelSeries Apex Gaming Keyboard"
brand: "steelseries"
price: "€ 31.92"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/255729-steelseries-apex-gaming-keyboard
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# 16.8M RGB colors 2 USB 2.0 ports 22 programmable macro keys SteelSeries Apex Gaming Keyboard

**Brand:** steelseries
**Price:** € 31.92
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> ⌨️ Level up your game with style and precision 🎮

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** SteelSeries Apex Gaming Keyboard by steelseries
- **How much does it cost?** € 31.92 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/255729-steelseries-apex-gaming-keyboard)

## Best For

- steelseries enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted steelseries brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Integrated USB Hub:** Two USB 2.0 ports keep your gear connected and your desk clutter-free.
- • **Smart OLED Display:** Real-time info and game stats at a glance, right on your keyboard.
- • **Limitless Customization:** Create unlimited profiles & macros to match every game and mood.
- • **Vibrant Active Zone Lighting:** 5 independent RGB zones with 16.8 million colors for instant visual cues.
- • **Precision Hybrid Mechanical Switches:** Enjoy tactile feedback without the noisy click—perfect for focused gaming.

## Overview

The SteelSeries Apex 5 is a high-performance gaming keyboard featuring hybrid mechanical RGB switches, 22 programmable macro keys with 4 layers, and dynamic Active Zone lighting with 5 customizable RGB zones. It includes an integrated USB hub, independent media controls, and a smart OLED display for real-time feedback, all designed to enhance your gaming setup with both style and functionality.

## Description

SteelSeries Apex is designed to give you everything you want and more. With sleek lines and style, the Apex leaves nothing to be desired. Enjoy 88 more ways to win with 22 macro keys each capable of up to 4 macro layers. SteelSeries Active Zone lighting delivers 5 independent color zones, each capable of 16.8 millions colors for style and function. Set unique colors for each of your macro layers enabling you to not only recognize your current layer faster, but also locate groups of keys with ease. The Apex also includes a few extras like integrated USB hub, independent media keys, and a braided nylon cable.

Review: Simply awesome! - I was in the market for a new gaming keyboard for my new setup. At the time I had a very cheap, general use, Dynex keyboard and it just wasn't doing the job. So, I began browsing for a new, higher quality, gaming keyboard. I'm an avid gamer and having a gaming keyboard was the perfect solution. I looked at Razer keyboards and they almost had me sold for the Deathstalker. Then I saw this! Here are the pros: First off, this keyboard looks great. It also feels great too. Not too big, but also not too small. Just perfect for my rather long fingers. It's pretty light weight (also a con, see below). The colored, backlit keys look amazing and the ability to change them to any color scheme I want is just incredible. The "SteelSeries Engine" client is super easy to use for color preferences and any other settings and works with any other SteelSeries products you have. There are a total of 22 macro keys on this keyboard and 4 layer keys for macro sets to be programmed to. It also features volume keys and all the necessary media keys for quick access to media controls. There are two added arrow keys for turn left and turn right. There are also two USB slots on the back of the keyboard next to the cable which is very convenient. It comes with two larger rubber feet for a more angled keyboard, which I like a lot since I like mine to be pretty angled. The install and initial setup is pretty simple. Plug it in, let it install the drivers, download the "SteelSeries Engine" (which is optional), and reboot. Then you're ready to go. Lastly there is, what seems to be, an extension cable already attached which I thought was kind of odd but also convenient (also a con, see below). Here are the cons: Not too many cons for this one. The keyboard is rather light weight which can make it feel a little cheap, but not too much of a concern to me. It is mostly plastic, which gives it the possibility of breaking a lot easier. The attached extension cable has a tendency to get in the way and its attached facing away from the initial cable. It is also pretty short. Not really sure why it is setup that way. If anyone knows the reasoning, feedback would be appreciated. Overall, this is a great gaming keyboard. It works very well, is super customizable, and looks incredible. If you're looking for a gaming keyboard that functions amazingly, and looks awesome in the process, then this might be the keyboard you're looking for.
Review: Fantastic Keyboard!!! - Best keyboard I've ever had! I was looking for a keyboard that you could customize the colors of the keyboard, and after viewing many products, I stumbled across this one and it is great! Totally worth the $90 dollars! Many people prefer mechanical keyboards over the rubber dome ones, but I like these better as I'm not a fan of the loud clicking sound they make and the feel. The keys do require a bit more of a push compared to any other keyboards, but once you get used to it, it feels normal. Keys are nearly flat and not curved like typing keyboards. The keyboard has a huge spacebar that is about twice the size of a normal spacebar, and it is great for gaming as you don't have to have your hand in a claw shape and can be more relaxed. Two things I didn't like about this keyboard was that it made a clicking sound when I pressed the spacebar on the right hand side and the software could have been better. The spacebar clicks when you barely touch it even before you press it down to register the key press. I think it just might be my keyboard but it the space bar functions well. The software could have been better and is needed to change the colors of the keys and set up shortcuts and macros. Wish they would add it to the Steelseries Engine 3 software so that I could only have one of those programs running. Overall great purchase and love this keyboard, and if you're looking for a gaming keyboard with customizable colors, look no further!

## Features

- Unlimited number of profiles to create and store
- Unlimited macro creation
- Complete button remapping
- Analyzed usage via recorded movements and heatmap display
- 6 simultaneous key presses of 20 anti ghosting capable gaming keys

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00DQ5RGOY |
| Additional Features | OLED Smart Display, Hybrid blue mechanical gaming switches |
| Antenna Location | Gaming |
| Best Sellers Rank | #123,951 in Video Games ( See Top 100 in Video Games ) #4,887 in PC Gaming Keyboards |
| Brand | SteelSeries |
| Built-In Media | USB Cable |
| Button Quantity | 22 |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Gaming Console |
| Compatible Operating System Family | MacOS, Windows |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 495 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Nylon |
| External Testing Certification | N |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00813810014538 |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Item Weight | 2.9 Pounds |
| Keyboard Backlighting Color Support | RGB |
| Keyboard Description | Gaming |
| Keyboard Layout | QWERTY |
| Manufacturer | SteelSeries |
| Mfr Part Number | 64145 |
| Minimum Required Operating System Version | Windows NT 3.1 Workstation |
| Model Name | Apex 5 |
| Model Number | 64145 |
| Number of Keys | 104 |
| Number of Sections | 1 |
| Power Source | DC Power Supply |
| Processor Count | 1 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Gaming |
| Series Number | 64145 |
| Special Feature | OLED Smart Display, Hybrid blue mechanical gaming switches |
| Style Name | Apex |
| Switch Type | Hybrid Mechanical RGB Switch |
| Theme | Gaming |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 2 |
| UPC | 898029701479 014444748268 667562751568 804067212860 012304279259 065555570095 824492418668 336893631060 854119493235 067645419260 813810014538 041114819065 809394581559 727908818949 012301018479 832244242775 801940463111 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** SteelSeries
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Gaming Console
- **Connectivity Technology:** Wired
- **Keyboard Description:** Gaming
- **Keyboard backlighting color support:** RGB
- **Material:** Nylon
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Gaming
- **Special Feature:** OLED Smart Display, Hybrid blue mechanical gaming switches
- **Style:** Apex

## Images

![SteelSeries Apex Gaming Keyboard - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Dm20xgcrL.jpg)
![SteelSeries Apex Gaming Keyboard - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51L0Lbmlv2L.jpg)
![SteelSeries Apex Gaming Keyboard - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/613xrNFFTIL.jpg)
![SteelSeries Apex Gaming Keyboard - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51U6VcoczGL.jpg)
![SteelSeries Apex Gaming Keyboard - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71CuJbCQzwL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simply awesome!
*by J***. on September 27, 2013*

I was in the market for a new gaming keyboard for my new setup. At the time I had a very cheap, general use, Dynex keyboard and it just wasn't doing the job. So, I began browsing for a new, higher quality, gaming keyboard. I'm an avid gamer and having a gaming keyboard was the perfect solution. I looked at Razer keyboards and they almost had me sold for the Deathstalker. Then I saw this! Here are the pros: First off, this keyboard looks great. It also feels great too. Not too big, but also not too small. Just perfect for my rather long fingers. It's pretty light weight (also a con, see below). The colored, backlit keys look amazing and the ability to change them to any color scheme I want is just incredible. The "SteelSeries Engine" client is super easy to use for color preferences and any other settings and works with any other SteelSeries products you have. There are a total of 22 macro keys on this keyboard and 4 layer keys for macro sets to be programmed to. It also features volume keys and all the necessary media keys for quick access to media controls. There are two added arrow keys for turn left and turn right. There are also two USB slots on the back of the keyboard next to the cable which is very convenient. It comes with two larger rubber feet for a more angled keyboard, which I like a lot since I like mine to be pretty angled. The install and initial setup is pretty simple. Plug it in, let it install the drivers, download the "SteelSeries Engine" (which is optional), and reboot. Then you're ready to go. Lastly there is, what seems to be, an extension cable already attached which I thought was kind of odd but also convenient (also a con, see below). Here are the cons: Not too many cons for this one. The keyboard is rather light weight which can make it feel a little cheap, but not too much of a concern to me. It is mostly plastic, which gives it the possibility of breaking a lot easier. The attached extension cable has a tendency to get in the way and its attached facing away from the initial cable. It is also pretty short. Not really sure why it is setup that way. If anyone knows the reasoning, feedback would be appreciated. Overall, this is a great gaming keyboard. It works very well, is super customizable, and looks incredible. If you're looking for a gaming keyboard that functions amazingly, and looks awesome in the process, then this might be the keyboard you're looking for.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic Keyboard!!!
*by A***X on March 31, 2014*

Best keyboard I've ever had! I was looking for a keyboard that you could customize the colors of the keyboard, and after viewing many products, I stumbled across this one and it is great! Totally worth the $90 dollars! Many people prefer mechanical keyboards over the rubber dome ones, but I like these better as I'm not a fan of the loud clicking sound they make and the feel. The keys do require a bit more of a push compared to any other keyboards, but once you get used to it, it feels normal. Keys are nearly flat and not curved like typing keyboards. The keyboard has a huge spacebar that is about twice the size of a normal spacebar, and it is great for gaming as you don't have to have your hand in a claw shape and can be more relaxed. Two things I didn't like about this keyboard was that it made a clicking sound when I pressed the spacebar on the right hand side and the software could have been better. The spacebar clicks when you barely touch it even before you press it down to register the key press. I think it just might be my keyboard but it the space bar functions well. The software could have been better and is needed to change the colors of the keys and set up shortcuts and macros. Wish they would add it to the Steelseries Engine 3 software so that I could only have one of those programs running. Overall great purchase and love this keyboard, and if you're looking for a gaming keyboard with customizable colors, look no further!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Steelseries Apex Gaming Keyboard
*by D***A on August 17, 2013*

This keyboard looks awesome. There's no denying that. The colors look fantastic in low lighting and make gaming even better. I only really use the laptop for playing Guild Wars 2, for which is it great. Plenty of programmable keys for skills, utilities etc. The raised dots on the W key are very useful as well. Its quick and very responsive. The keys feel secure and well made. I love the big space bar for gaming, I sometimes miss when playing on a normal keyboard so it comes in handy. However, there are some very annoying faults. The layers is a nice feature, especially if you play multiple games, but every time you turn your computer off and back on it forgets them! You have to unplug and plug back in the keyboard for it to remember your macro keys and the layers you set up. It gets very frustrating starting your game, pressing the macro keys and getting nearly killed because you forgot to unplug and plug back in your keyboard. The engine itself is a bit temperamental as well. It takes a long time for it to come up after launching it and it is pretty slow when moving between the colors and settings etc. There's also the problem of some of the lights not coming on when you start your computer up. Whole sections don't light up and you have to unplug and plug back in the keyboard for it to remember to light every section up. The fact it came with a tiny instructions book that had no actual instructions might not bother some people. However, it took me and my husband a good half hour to figure out how to set the keys to work for Guild Wars 2. We aren't familiar with gaming keyboards so it may not bother people who use them frequently. Despite all the problems and hassle with this keyboard, we aren't sending it back because we are in love with the looks of it. Its just stunning to play on when it is working properly. Being able to change the colors of each section never gets old for us, we're always coming up with new combinations. So if you can deal with the faults and are just interested in a decent, awesome looking keyboard - this is it!

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