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product_id: 255729
title: "SteelSeries Apex Gaming Keyboard"
brand: "steelseries"
price: "145 Lei"
currency: RON
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reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.ro/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:** 145 Lei
**Availability:** ✅ In 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?** 145 Lei with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ro](https://www.desertcart.ro/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 | #118,649 in Video Games ( See Top 100 in Video Games ) #4,735 in PC Gaming Keyboards |
| Brand | SteelSeries |
| Built-In Media | USB Cable |
| Button Quantity | 22 |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Gaming Console |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 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 |
| 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 |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** SteelSeries
- **Compatible Devices:** Gaming Console
- **Connectivity Technology:** Wired
- **Keyboard Description:** Gaming
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Gaming
- **Color:** Black
- **Keyboard backlighting color support:** RGB
- **Style:** Apex
- **Material:** Nylon
- **Included Components:** USB Cable

## 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!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sexy keyboard with TONS of macros
*by B***D on September 3, 2013*

I've been in desperate need of a new keyboard for a while. My Logitech keyboard held up for years but was on it's last leg and I suffered through the months waiting for this baby to be released. Announced at CES in January, it didn't come to market until August 2013. I was surprised to see it for sale on Amazon as the Steel Series website still had a link to "notify me" when it became available (It is now for sale on their website as well) but I jumped on the chance to buy the keyboard I've been waiting months to get my hands on. Pros: - The lights look amazing, and the colors can be very rich.\ - In addition to the numerous dedicated macro keys, you can reconfigure any key on the keyboard to any other key / macro combination of keys. This creates a lot of potential for gaming. - Sturdy high quality construction - Membrane keys are nice and quiet and actuate smoothly. Personally, I'm not a fan of mechanical keyboards so this is definitely a plus for me. Definitely one of the best membrane keyboards on the market. Cons: - It's hard to distinguish between some colors. While they advertise millions of color combinations are possible, many colors are muddled and indistinguishable. I tend to stick with the more vivid color options. - While it has 8 levels of brightness, even the brightest setting isn't particularly bright in a fully lit room. This keyboard looks stunning in the dark though - The software / drivers seem like they need some work. Day 1 I had a BSOD attributed to the USB driver. I think it's the 2 USB ports on the keyboard. I wouldn't use them for crucial data transfer / external hard drives. - The keyboard is fairly flat, even with the taller rubber feet attached. Also,the keys are very flat, and it takes some getting used to. Expect a lot of typos and accidental caps lock at first. Overall, this is a really sleek keyboard and the lights look great. 4 profiles and unlimited macro options make this keyboard ideal for hardcore gamers, but it works very well for causal PC usage as well. The keyboard is comfortable to type on for extended periods of time. It is a LARGE keyboard, so expect it to take up a fair amount of room on your desk.

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