NEW SteelSeries Apex Pro Keyboard Review!

The SteelSeries Apex Pro Keyboard features new OminPoint analog switches, how does it stack up for gaming?

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[tcmeme]

Wait, you can put Keanu on the little digital screen?! I'm sold

[bit-]

1:44 *_at first you had my curiosity but now you have my attention_*

[JioSleepYT]

No one:


Randomfrankp: Yeah lets just put in the Apex robot doing the Fortnite dance

[Eliminator]

They should work out an integration with game devs that take advantage of the analogue mechanic letting the linear actuation make gradual inputs. It's being done with other peripherals, but that would make this much more appealing. Press lightly, roll a plane slower, or walk instead of run. It's nice to see steelseries finally come up with something practical and not so gimmicky though. I hope they modernize their mice next. I want a lightweight sensei with a flexible cable (or wireless).

[bigclint]

the original comment will be veiled in infinite mystery

[nou]

Me: I’m not sure if I’m gonna buy this
Me 2 minutes later: yo is that Keanu Fkin Reeves?

[oven]

New drinking game:


Take a shot every time Frank says "actuate"

[zahar]

The only youtuber who can stretch a keyboard review video beyond the 10 minutes mark.

6:18 for sound test. You're welcome.

[FrankTheTank]

"lmao I can build a better keyboard for less"

Can you put Keanu Reeves on your custom keyboard? No I didn't think so.

[sjofelumsk]

8:16 I can vouch for that.

I know several custom mechanical keyboard nerds out there, (myself included),
that would probably argue, "well I can surely build something better which would feel smoother,
produce better sound and work just as well as this. Mass-produced and very expensive, nope.".

Well, I've built several mechanical high-end keyboards during the past couple of years.
I got to try this one out in my local electronics store, and boy, these switches are SMOOTH.
Keep in mind, building your own mechanical keyboard is more directed towards the hobby part of it,
rather than mimicking a classical (even premium) gaming keyboard.

Premium keyboards which are custom made usually culminate in two factors;
Feel or sound. You can have both, but for most people, they'll settle for either one.
Having in mind the pricetag of a custom made keyboard (mine ended up at around 900 usd),
these usually do not end up fully satisfactory in regard of gaming standards.

They can, sure.. but then again, at what cost?

These OmniPoint switches are extremely smooth to the touch. I mean, there's literally
no scratch to them. And upon pressing the keys, working your way down to the bottom there's
really no other way to describe them other than: it's like touching silk.

Don't get my wrong, I love them custom keyboards. I really enjoy making them.
But I can't really see how you could assemble anything feeling just like this.
Keep in mind, I'm only wording my own experiences here. It's my personal
preference. But these switches are insanely creamy.

Considering this to be my new gaming keyboard.

It has those extremely creamy OmniPoint switches for your main key layout,
and it also has a lot of customization going for it. Magnetized switches with
several possibilities. Choosing your own actuation point is a very nice utility.
And it kind of looks nice too, speaking purely aesthetics.

Not to mention the OLED display.. purely a gimmick, surely.. but yet, neat?

For me personally, I won't do any RGB. Thankfully this could be altered to your own
liking, either fully blown rainbow or all toned down to zero.

I'd say this is actually a nice one. Expensive in it's own category. Then again,
I do feel Steelseries have their very own and quite lonely stand at this genre, right here.

[themane]

I was seriously considering buying this keyboard until I saw your review. As someone with only one hand (missing my right palm), I rely heavily on the arrow and Num Lock keys for gaming in titles like CSGO and PUBG. I've always customized my setup, using my left hand for the mouse and my right hand for the keyboard.
Your video was an eye-opener when you mentioned that not all the keys are the same, with only 60 of them being OmniPoint. While I understand the reasoning behind this design choice, it doesn't quite cater to my specific needs.
Thanks to your in-depth review, I've decided to reconsider my options. I truly appreciate your attention to detail, as it has helped me make a more informed decision.

[sadthomas]

8:09 to draw something extremely meaningful ;)

[urmyimouto]

''If you wanna hear those omnipoint switches ill do a soundtest now'' *reveals the red switch*

[jackwaite]

This keyboard is amazing, it's beautiful and works like advertised. I got mine and I'm blown away, upgraded from Logitech g pro. Logitech gear is good, but the responsiveness of this keyboard is unmatched and noticeable.

[bestly]

I like it
But
My wallet doesn’t ....

[feralghoul]

The keyboard looks so Clean! But im not paying that price tho

[ImShinerrr]

Great review. I use an Apex M750 TKL from SteelSeries, & I love the feel & sound of the key strokes. The sound test at about 6:20 sounds so so nice to press quickly. This is very likely my next keyboard, even with it being about $240 CAD.
Premium gear will come at a premium price. Look at the completion for this keyboard & the price doesn’t seem so crazy.

[sevens.]

The accusation keys can be used in racing games, allowing you to control how hard to turn, lighter you press the less you turn, gives you the console kinda thing

[Fernando.Vivanco]

This is a must watch if you bought this keyboard and are looking for a better quick start guide. GREAT job, you saved me so much time.

[un-nown]

Unless something else comes before that point, this keyboard is staying on the top of my wishlist for my Birthday.