Customer Ratings & Reviews

Overall this is a good keyboard. It’s analog switches provide a new approach to video gaming and offer a lot of customization the addition of the “Rapid Trigger” feature that is made possible by analog truly changes movement in video games, and sometimes can really give you a competitive advantage. Wireless functionality is good if not great. I haven’t had any issues with wireless connection and there is no noticeable latency. Build quality is good for a gaming keyboard however, for this price, I would’ve hoped for more attention to be paid to fit, finish, and sound. I would’ve preferred a metal chassis and less wobbly keycaps it sounds and feels like $100 aiming keyboard you can buy from any of the major brands. The real issue I have with his keyboard is it software that is required to be on while using it. To take advantage of standout features like “rapid trigger” and “dual actuation” the software must be running in the background, which takes up your computer’s resources. More importantly, the UI is cluttered and confusing. It is filled with bloat like an aim trainer that I haven’t even bothered to use adjusting RGB is in an entirely separate area of the program than the rest of the keyboard’s settings. Changing keybinds and setting up dual actuation is split up to 3 tabs, all of which could easily be put into one clear page. All in all, if all you want is a good analog gaming keyboard, I’d recommend looking at Wooting and their Wooting 60HE. They were the ones that popularized analog keyboards and have really dialed in on a solid design with much more functionality. But if you NEED a TKL layout and/or Wireless capability, this keyboard might be the one to get.

I love this keyboard a little pricey but the keys on the board are amazing being able to adjust the actuation while I’m switching from school to gaming

Good keyboard, wireless is fantastic. Battery life seems to be okay but haven’t fully stress tested that. Switches are nice too haven’t fully used the features but in theory is cool

I just got the keyboard and updated its firmware in steelseries GG. Then I found a ridiculous glitch that one press on a key would make multiple letters occur. I tried changing the USB port and connecting the keyboard to my another laptop, but this problem still occurred. I was almost about to return this keyboard. But when I tried to adjust the actuation to other levels in steelseries GG, this glitch magically disappeared. So to everyone that has the same problem (One press on a key makes multiple letters occur), just try adjusting the actuation and then change it back. Besides that glitch which can be fixed manually, this keyboard is a great upgrade from the previous wired version.

The keys feel and look better than the original apex pro. I like the shape and size. Some say it doesn’t feel as unique or as premium, but I personally prefer this shape and size. It’s more compact. I bought this because I don’t like full size keyboards for gaming due to how much space they take up, but I also hate 60% keyboards because I need the arrow keys for some games, and I absolutely need the function keys and the delete key. Overall, this keyboard feels better than the original for typing. I wish this keyboard I included the print screen key instead of home or end. Taking screenshots is an extra step. I do wish it wasn’t as janky sometimes in wired mode when I boot up my pc. Sometimes it decides not to power on unless I switch to wireless or unplug and plug it back in. This issue only happens on the lock screen after a power on. It’s possible it could be related to my motherboard, but I don’t think so. No other keyboard I have does this. If you need a wireless keyboard with low latency, this is a great choice. Have the option of wired, wireless, and Bluetooth is wonderful. I can easily use it with different computers, one wired, one wireless.

Great featured keyboard, the switches feel great if you like linears. The battery is somewhat lackluster compared to other wireless keyboards. Never had any issues with the software.

After having (excessive) issues with TWO Logitech 915's the salesperson at Best-Buy recommended this keyboard to me as he owned one and like it. I like the keyboard but despise the wrist pad. I love the way it attaches (magnets) and the actual form of it, but I absolutely HATE that it is so hard to clean/keep clean. I keep a roll of 2-inch-wide shipping tape handy to remove the debris that it seems to suck out of the air. Hair is especially difficult to remove/almost impossible to brush off or pick up from the wrist pad. Personally, I would prefer a different material that did not cling to debris/hair and is so difficult to keep clean.

I think this is a great keyboard, however, I also think to the avgerage person, or wven the average gamer, most of the features of this keybaord will go unused. The screen is cool but not necessary, the actuation is an extremely cool feature, but for "more advanved" users if you will. I am not saying regular users will not like the feature, or will not have use for it, but it is a customization that takes a few iteration for you to find what you want. Sounds pretty good, RGB is good. I use for work and gaming and am very happy with it.

Great gaming/typing keyboard! You can vary your actuation which changes the sound output when typing. Feels great to type on and the thonk sound of the keys is quite satisfying.

Really nice keyboard. High quality but a little expensive.

Has been a great keyboard for about 2 months, then the next great keyboard came out and this one was thrown in the top of the closet. Gaming Electronics hit, then flop in such quick fashion.

The only thing that stings a little is the hefty price tag - other than that, this has been a monster for my gaming, and professional productivity. Its fast, lightweight, super easy to switch in/out, or change modes (wired, bluetooth, 2.4...super responsive.

Very responsive (especially after the new rapid fire update). Works well, but lacks sound dampening and feels very cheap. Overall a very good keyboard, but do not expect it to be like a custom mechanical keyboard. Lastly, overpriced for what it is.

This keyboard is by far the best keyboard I’ve used other than its mini counterpart.

Nice feel to the kyboard - a bit confusing to setup and the programming of the RGB very confusing

I give this keyboard a 4 start review simply because steelseries has releade 2 firmware updates that have caused more problems than fix. The keyboard is wireless and should be able to run wireless 2.4 connection, without disconnecting every 8-12 minutes and reconnect. Thw accusation points make the keyboard well worth it tho, as long as you dont plan on using it wired. Meh.

Keyboard works quite well and RGB shines nice. The clicks are smooth and overall feel great.

Excellent performance and responsiveness. I wish that the battery lasted a bit longer even with the brightness turned down. I knocked it one star based on that and its price point.

I ordered the wireless but they sent me the wired one. But quality and built is really good.

Great gaming keyboard, slightly above average for typing. If you are a keyboard enthusiast, you will need to mod it.