SteelSeries
SteelSeries Apex Pro Wired Gen 3
Best high-performance keyboard for competitive gamers seeking ultimate speed and precision.
Experience unparalleled speed and responsiveness with the SteelSeries Apex Pro Wired Gen 3 keyboard. Featuring cutting-edge OmniPoint 3.0 Adjustable HyperMagnetic Switches with Hall Effect sensors, it offers 20x faster actuation and 11x quicker response times. Customize your gameplay with 40 levels of adjustable actuation, Rapid Trigger, Protection Mode, and Rapid Tap for enhanced control. The integrated OLED Smart Display provides quick access to settings without leaving your game, while dynamic RGB lighting offers endless customization. Built with durable PBT keycaps and triple-layer sound-dampening foam, this keyboard delivers a premium typing and gaming experience.
$259.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1055
/ 3786
#1055 in Keyboards
Price vs Category Average
+86%
Above average
Keyboard Design
Gaming
/ Gaming
Who it's for
- Competitive gamers needing precise, customizable input sensitivity
- Power users wanting to streamline complex in-game macros
- Serious players seeking long-term durability and ergonomic comfort
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for an affordable peripheral
- Casual users preferring a simple, plug-and-play experience
- Minimalists desiring a clean, cable-free desk setup
Performance breakdown
Actuation Precision
OmniPoint 3.0 switches offer unmatched control over every single keystroke.
Input Latency
Hall Effect sensors deliver near-instantaneous response times for competitive gaming.
Build Integrity
Double-shot PBT keycaps and sound-dampening foam ensure a premium, sturdy feel.
Software Customization
Deep integration with GG software allows for granular, game-specific performance tuning.
Ergonomic Support
Included wrist rest provides essential comfort during extended gaming sessions.
On-board Control
The OLED display makes settings adjustments seamless without interrupting your gameplay.
Key Specs
Keyboard Design
Gaming
Keyboard Color
Black
Backlit Keyboard
RGB Illuminated
Keyboard Features
Numeric Keypad, N-Key Rollover (NKRO), Scroll Wheel, Adjustable Height
Number of Keys
104
Programmable Keys
104
Function Keys
12
Connectivity
Wired
Features
- World's fastest keyboard with OmniPoint 3.0 switches and Rapid Trigger technology
- Adjustable actuation points from 0.1-4.0 mm for personalized sensitivity
- GG QuickSet game-ready presets for easy setup and competitive advantage
- Protection Mode prevents accidental key presses
- Rapid Tap for faster input and improved aim in fast-paced games
- OLED Smart Display for on-the-fly settings adjustments
- Dynamic RGB lighting with per-key customization
- Durable Double Shot PBT keycaps and triple-layer sound-dampening foam for enhanced build and acoustics
- Hall Effect Sensors
- Triple Layer Sound Dampening Foam
- OLED Display
- Rapid Trigger
- Protection Mode
- Rapid Tap
- PBT Keycaps
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the SteelSeries Apex Pro Wired Gen 3 for its exceptional build quality and innovative adjustable actuation switches. Users frequently highlight the premium feel and robust construction, emphasizing its durability and reliability over time. The unique ability to customize key sensitivity significantly enhances both gaming performance and typing comfort, making it a standout choice. This advanced functionality, combined with its solid construction, positions it as a top tier keyboard experience.
Know before you buy
These switches use Hall Effect sensors to detect key movement magnetically rather than physically. This allows you to adjust the actuation point between 0.1mm and 4.0mm, providing significantly faster response times and more control over your keystrokes.
Rapid Trigger allows the key to reset the moment you lift your finger, enabling faster repeated presses. Rapid Tap further enhances this by prioritizing the latest input between two keys, which is particularly useful for precise movement in fast-paced competitive games.
Yes, the integrated OLED Smart Display allows you to tweak actuation levels, RGB lighting, and other settings directly on the keyboard. This ensures you can make adjustments on the fly without interrupting your gameplay.
The keyboard is fully compatible with Windows 10, 8.1, and 11, as well as macOS versions 10.13 and 10.14. Please note that some advanced customization features may require the SteelSeries GG software, which is primarily optimized for Windows.
Yes, the Apex Pro Gen 3 comes with a detachable wrist rest to provide ergonomic support. This helps reduce wrist strain during extended periods of typing or gaming.
The integrated foam layers absorb internal vibrations and hollow sounds, resulting in a more solid, refined, and quieter typing experience compared to standard gaming keyboards.
Still have a question?
Ask Hayley anything about this product before you decide.