I've used most of the top rated keyboards before like the Steelseries M750, Razer Blackwidow v2 (green and brown switch models) and the Razer Huntsman (red optical). Just those three are well respected keyboards and get a lot of praise for how it is they are built and what they offer.
I've played FPS games for years now so I tend to notice and look for if a new tech product gives me an advantage in my gameplay. Besides that I'm also a full-time engineering student so I find myself typing reports frequently. The switches in this are linear so they don't have a tactile click or bump but instead a smooth keystroke. This is perfect for fps shooters as it allows for faster and better feeling key presses.
I tested this keyboard in all my favorite shooter games, the main one I play is Apex Legends. While games like Valorant are more Aim heavy, Apex is a movement heavy game so you are using your keyboard more than your mouse at times. The lowest Actuation setting which is 1 (0.4mm) is very nice for those quick movements, pulling up your Heals/shield wheel and throwable wheel on Apex Legends.
The OLED screen is a really cool feature and actually allows you to change settings without the Steelseries Engine application. Settings like Brightness, actuation, macros. Plus you can have custom messages as the main screen on the display. I've seen that it even connects to some games and displays your Kills/Deaths/Assists for games like CS:GO.
In terms of my reports, Actuation setting 1 might be too responsive to some. For me perosnally I up this to 5 so I don't tend to mistype as much and it really does help. The Overall build is really good. I do wish steelseries used Braided cables but it's not a huge deal breaker for me. I've got to say, Steelseries made a Keyboard to suit my school and gaming needs.
Not only that but it's an attractive keyboard and I always get complements and asked what keyboard I have every time someone sees my setup. I did also replace the standard key caps with White ones from HK Gaming.
So is it worth getting the Apex Pro? personally, Yes.
The price is a bit high for people and i agree it is. But what you get compared to other keyboards such as the adjustable actuation points, the OLED screen, and volume dial make it my top pick in keyboards.
Steelseries have done a great job making a very attractive and nice looking keyboard. I already own a full-size Apex Pro but I needed a second one for a second setup. When it came to buying a second keyboard I was looking at every option available.
I usually tend to want to get something new or different but I couldn't seem to find a keyboard that looked or sounded better than the Apex Pro personally. The overall keyboard is just so good and so fun to use and I'm sure if you are on the edge of buying it or fear of not liking it, give it time and you'll appreciate this keyboard a lot.
This isn't a keyboard that you have to get used to but a keyboard that grows on you. I hope this helps!
| Brand | SteelSeries |
|---|---|
| Item model number | KB19 |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Item Weight | 2.36 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 5.04 x 14 x 1.65 inches |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.04 x 14 x 1.65 inches |
| Color | Black |
| Batteries | 2 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Manufacturer | SteelSeries |
| ASIN | B0BF67DM6K |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Date First Available | October 4, 2022 |
