SteelSeries
SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL RGB Gaming Keyboard (Renewed)
★★★★★
IP32
A compact tenkeyless gaming keyboard with whisper-quiet switches, IP32 water resistance, and 8-zone RGB lighting.
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Overview
Key Features
The compact tenkeyless design is the most popular form factor used by the pros, allowing you to position the keyboard for comfort and to maximize in-game performance.
Our whisper quiet gaming switches with anti-ghosting technology for keystroke accuracy are made from durable low friction material for near silent use and guaranteed performance for over 20 million keypresses.
Designed with IP32 Water & Dust Resistant for extra durability to prevent damage from liquids and dust particles, so you can continue to play no matter what happens to your keyboard.
PrismSync RGB Illumination allows you to choose from millions of colors and effects from reactive lighting to interactive lightshows that bring RGB to the next level.
Dedicated Multimedia Controls with a clickable volume roller and media keys allowing you to adjust brightness, rewind, skip or pause all at the touch of a button.
Specifications
Form Factor
Tenkeyless (TKL)
Switch Type
Whisper Quiet Gaming Switches
Durability Rating
IP32 Water & Dust Resistant
Illumination
8-Zone RGB with PrismSync
Anti-Ghosting
Gaming Grade
Condition
Renewed
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Tenkeyless layout saves desk space and allows more room for mouse movement during gaming
- Whisper-quiet switches keep noise levels low during late-night gaming sessions or shared spaces
- IP32 water and dust resistance protects against accidental spills and debris
- Gaming-grade anti-ghosting ensures accurate input registration during fast key combinations
- PrismSync compatibility allows RGB lighting to sync with other SteelSeries devices
👎 Cons
- Membrane-based switches lack the tactile feedback and key feel preferred by mechanical keyboard enthusiasts
- 8-zone RGB illumination does not offer per-key lighting customization
- Renewed condition means possible cosmetic wear and a potentially shorter warranty period
- No dedicated media controls or volume wheel, which are common on competing keyboards
- Tenkeyless layout eliminates the number pad, which may inconvenience users who rely on it for data entry
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of switches does the Apex 3 TKL use?
The keyboard uses SteelSeries whisper-quiet gaming switches, which are membrane-based switches designed to be significantly quieter than mechanical alternatives while still providing a responsive gaming feel.
What does "tenkeyless" mean for this keyboard?
Tenkeyless (TKL) means the keyboard omits the number pad found on full-size keyboards, resulting in a more compact layout that frees up desk space for wider mouse movements during gaming.
What level of water resistance does the IP32 rating provide?
The IP32 rating means the keyboard is protected against dripping water at angles up to 15 degrees and objects larger than 2.5mm. It can handle minor spills but is not designed for submersion or heavy liquid exposure.
What does "renewed" mean for this keyboard?
This is a pre-owned keyboard that has been tested and certified to function like new. It may have minor cosmetic signs of use but meets the manufacturer's functional standards.
How does the RGB lighting work on the Apex 3 TKL?
The keyboard features 8-zone RGB illumination controlled through SteelSeries PrismSync, which lets you customize colors across eight predefined zones and sync lighting effects with other compatible SteelSeries peripherals.
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