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SteelSeries 64853 Apex 9 Mini Faze Clan Edition Keyboard
Unleash Your Inner FaZe Clan Pro with the SteelSeries Apex 9 Mini Dominate your opponents with the SteelSeries Apex 9 Mini: FaZe Clan Edition. This hot-swappable optical keyboard features a compact 60% design, customizable RGB lighting, and durable double-shot PBT keycaps. Built for speed and pr...
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Overview
Unleash Your Inner FaZe Clan Pro with the SteelSeries Apex 9 Mini
Dominate your opponents with the SteelSeries Apex 9 Mini: FaZe Clan Edition. This hot-swappable optical keyboard features a compact 60% design, customizable RGB lighting, and durable double-shot PBT keycaps. Built for speed and precision, it's the ultimate weapon for competitive gaming.
Specifications:
- Edition: FaZe Clan Edition
- Switches: Custom OptiPoint Optical Switches
- Actuation Points: 1mm (Gaming) / 1.5mm (Deliberate)
- Response Time: 0.2ms
- Switch Type: Hot-Swappable
- Form Factor: Compact 60%
- Keycaps: Double Shot PBT
- Lighting: RGB Customization
- Connectivity: USB-C
- Compatibility: PC, Mac, Xbox, PlayStation
Key Features
FAZE CLAN EDITION — Dominate the battlefield just like FaZe with their favorite gaming keyboard while repping their colors. With gear endorsed by them, become a global disruptor.
PLAY AT THE SPEED OF LIGHT — Outpace leading optical keyboards with 33% faster actuation using custom OptiPoint switches with zero debounce and a lightning-fast 0.2ms response time.
2-POINT ACTUATION — Adapt to any game by changing the registration depth from a speedy, light 1mm press to a deliberate 1.5mm keystroke.
SWAPPABLE SWITCHES — Customize, upgrade, and repair your keyboard by changing the switches to your favorite stye of OptiPoint switch.
COMPACT 60% FORM FACTOR — Streamlined design saves desk space and leaves more room for mouse movement, retaining full-size keyboard capabilities with side-printed functions.
DURABLE PBT KEYCAPS — Long-lasting and fadeproof double shot PBT keycaps provide a high-quality texture for enhanced keystroke feel as well as improved typing accuracy.
Specifications
Brand
SteelSeries
Model
64853 Apex 9 Mini FaZe Clan Edition
Switch Type
OptiPoint optical switches
Actuation Speed
33% faster than leading optical keyboards
Response Time
0.2ms
Actuation Points
2 (1mm and 1.5mm)
Form Factor
Compact 60%
Keycap Material
Double shot PBT
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Features custom OptiPoint switches with 33% faster actuation, offering a competitive edge in gaming scenarios
- Allows for 2-point actuation, enabling users to adjust key registration depth from a speedy 1mm to a deliberate 1.5mm
- Designed with swappable switches, providing customization, upgrade, and repair options for OptiPoint switches
- Boasts a compact 60% form factor, which conserves desk space and allows for greater mouse movement
- Equipped with durable PBT keycaps, offering long-lasting, fade-proof quality and an enhanced typing feel
👎 Cons
- The 60% form factor, while compact, omits a dedicated number pad and function row, requiring reliance on side-printed functions
- The specialized OptiPoint switches may limit compatibility with aftermarket keycaps or other switch types
- Designed specifically as a "FaZe Clan Edition," which may appeal primarily to fans of the esports team rather than a general audience
- Customization and upgrade options are limited to OptiPoint switches, not a broader range of mechanical switch types
- The faster actuation and adjustable registration depth are primarily beneficial for competitive gaming, potentially less so for general typing
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the OptiPoint switches on this keyboard unique for gaming?
The OptiPoint switches feature 33% faster actuation and a lightning-fast 0.2ms response time, along with zero debounce, designed for competitive gaming performance.
Can I adjust how sensitive the keys are on this keyboard?
Yes, the keyboard offers 2-point actuation, allowing you to customize the registration depth from a light 1mm press for speed to a more deliberate 1.5mm keystroke.
Is it possible to change the switches on the SteelSeries Apex 9 Mini?
Yes, the keyboard features swappable switches, allowing you to customize, upgrade, or repair by changing to your preferred style of OptiPoint switch.
How does the "60% form factor" benefit desk space?
The compact 60% form factor significantly saves desk space, providing more room for mouse movement while still retaining full-size keyboard capabilities through side-printed functions.
What type of keycaps are used on this keyboard and what are their benefits?
The keyboard uses durable double shot PBT keycaps, which are long-lasting, fadeproof, and provide a high-quality texture for an enhanced keystroke feel and improved typing accuracy.
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