Keyboard Recommendation Series Part 21: Gaming Keyboard Recommendations - SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL

The SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL is an entry-level gaming keyboard with rubber dome switches. It's a scaled-down version of the SteelSeries Apex 3, one of the few non-mechanical gaming keyboards in the TenKeyLess size, and since it doesn't have a keypad, it gives you extra room on your desk to move your mouse around. It’s also IP32 certified for some water resistance, so you don’t have to worry about damaging it if you spill a drink. All keys are macro-programmable via the new SteelSeries GG software, and it has RGB backlighting, but the keys aren't individually lit, so you only have eight customizable zones.

The SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL is perfect for gaming. The rubber dome switches are fairly light to depress, but they have a long pre-travel distance. All keys are macro programmable and have RGB backlighting but the keys don't light up individually so you can only customize the lighting to 8 zones High latency for competitive gamers but not for casual gamers Said it should be fine.

The SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL is a purely wired keyboard, not intended for use with mobile devices.

SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL is perfect for office use. The keys are stable, and the rubber-dome switches offer good typing quality and tactile feedback. Sadly, the ABS keycaps are slippery to the touch, and with no wrist rest, you might get too tired over time. Also, it's wired, so you can't connect to your mobile device.

SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL is suitable for programming. You can reprogram and macro any key, and it has decent typing quality thanks to the solid feel of the keys. Its ergonomics are not bad, as it lacks a wrist rest. It's good for use in dark environments because it has RGB backlighting, but it's zone lighting and only has eight customizable zones.

SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL But it was not designed for this purpose. It's wired, so you have to connect it directly to the TV, and it doesn't have a trackpad. So that's not ideal.