When gaming, players tend to want a keypress to register faster (less actuation), giving them the edge in those moments that require split-second reactions. However, the Apex Pro can be configured to use an actuation point between 0.4mm to 3.6mm. Out of the box, the Apex Pro is configured to have a 2mm actuation point, which is the same for the Apex M750 I just retired.
You see, actuation is basically the distance a key needs to travel to register a keypress. While they seem similar out of the box, the Apex Pro starts to set itself apart from other keyboards with its actuation customization options. The only differences were the distinct audible feedback I was used to after each keypress on the M750, and typing on the Apex Pro feeling softer between the two keyboards. Both require the same force and have the same actuation for a keypress.
Out of the box, without any configuring, the Apex Pro and the Apex M750 are very similar. I had no desire to use either one, but the options exist for those who seek a bit more customization. On the bottom, the Apex Pro has two legs that can be extended or folded away depending on preference, as well as cable routing options if you’re finicky about such things. It’s a straightforward piece of hardware on the surface. There’s a volume dial, illumination switch, and OLED smart display on the right side. One of those powers the keyboard itself, and the other is to power the USB port on the left side of the keyboard. The cable connecting the keyboard to your PC is meaty and features two USB connectors. It’s a heavy-duty peripheral that lives up to the expectations set by SteelSeries with its aircraft grade aluminum alloy design. As someone who despises wrist rests on their keyboards, my only concern was the Apex Pro itself. When I opened the Apex Pro package the box came with three things: the keyboard itself, the magnetic wrist rest, and the product information guide. After taking it for a thorough test drive, it might just be my new mainstay keyboard, even if I don't fully utlize its capabilities. That keyboard has treated me well, but I cycle through high-end keyboards annually, if not faster, so the Apex Pro was a welcome arrival. Their sleek design and durability have always appealed to me, and most recently I’ve been using the Apex M750 from their lineup. I’ve been on the SteelSeries mechanical keyboard train for quite a while now.
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