SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Gen 3

SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Gen 3

A tenkeyless magnetic keyboard with 0.1 to 4.0 mm actuation and Rapid Trigger for competitive players.

  • TKL
  • Magnetic / Hall-effect
  • USB

PCPR score

8.3

Great

Best price we’ve seen

$200Nov 9

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The short version

The Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 uses SteelSeries' OmniPoint 3.0 magnetic switches with 0.1 to 4.0 mm adjustable actuation, Rapid Trigger and Protection Mode, in an aluminum-topped tenkeyless case with double-shot PBT keycaps. PC Gamer praised the switch feel and typing comfort but found the wired model pricey and its software inconsistent. The switches are not hot-swappable, so it suits competitive players who will use the SteelSeries GG tuning tools rather than modders.

Pros

  • OmniPoint 3.0 magnetic switches with 0.1 to 4.0 mm actuation
  • Rapid Trigger plus Protection Mode for accidental-press reduction
  • Double-shot PBT keycaps and aluminum top plate
  • Sound-dampening foam and per-key lubrication

Cons

  • Switches are not hot-swappable
  • Pricey for a wired tenkeyless board
  • PC Gamer found the software inconsistent

Best for

  • Competitive players who want adjustable magnetic switches
  • Buyers who prefer a compact wired layout with media controls

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Full specifications

Core

Layout
TKL
Switch type
Magnetic / Hall-effect
Stock switches
OmniPoint 3.0 HyperMagnetic

Features

Hot-swappable
No
Rapid Trigger
Yes
Backlight
RGB

Connectivity

Connection
USB

Physical

Keycaps
PBT
Color
Black

Compatibility notes

  • Actuation and profile settings are managed in SteelSeries GG and saved on the keyboard
  • Wired model reviewed; a separate wireless version of the TKL Gen 3 is also sold

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What reviewers and owners say

  • PC Gamer

    Positive

    Praises the magnetic switches and comfortable feel for typing and gaming, arguing the high price for a wired tenkeyless is earned, though the software can behave inconsistently.

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Common questions

Are the switches hot-swappable?

No. PC Gamer's specification list confirms the OmniPoint 3.0 switches on this board are not hot-swappable, so they cannot be replaced by the user.

What actuation range does it offer?

SteelSeries lists adjustable actuation from 0.1 mm to 4.0 mm, with a 45 g bottom-out force on its magnetic switches.

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