SteelSeries Apex 9 TKL US RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - Black

Optipoint Optical Switches

Engineered for speed, OptiPoint is the fastest adjustable optical switch on the market. Built for competitive gaming where milliseconds can win the battle, game, or tournament.

Swappable Switches

Change each individual switch for customization, upgrades, and repairs

2 Point Actuation

Adapt to any game by changing the registration depth from a fast 1mm light press to an accuracy focused 1.5mm keystroke

Swappable Switches

Upgrade your keystrokes. Easily swap to your favorite style of OptiPoint switch for a customized, future proofed keyboard

Esports Ready TKL Design

Play and win like the pros with a compact, tenkeyless keyboard. The ergonomic shape of the Apex 9 TKL saves precious desk space for big mouse swipes, drawing you ever closer to victory.

Double Shot PBT Keycaps

Our PBT keycaps are engineered with a unique texture for enhanced keystroke feel, better typing accuracy, and improved durability.

Aircraft Grade Aluminum Alloy

The Series 5000 metal top plate is identical to the aluminum used in combat jets for a lifetime of enhanced rigidity and structural stability.

Detachable USB C Braided Cable

Durable and Portable, the detachable USB C braided cable can withstand the wear and tear of daily life.

Technical

Key Switches

SteelSeries Linear OptiPoint Optical

Switch Rating

100 Million Keypresses

On-Board Memory

5 Custom Profiles

Processor

32 bit ARM

Actuation Points / Force

1.0-1.5 mm / 35g

Connection

Detachable USB Type-C

Design

Width

355 mm / 14 in

Depth

128 mm / 5.04 in

Height

42 mm / 1.65 in

Weight

635 g

Height Adjustment

Rubber Tri Level Feet

Lighting

Per Key RGB Illumination

Compatibility

OS

Windows, Xbox, PlayStation, and Mac OS X*. USB port required

*Not all software features supported on Mac OS

Software

SteelSeries Engine for Windows (8.1 or newer) and Mac OSX* (10.13 or newer)

*Not all software features supported on Mac OS

Box Content

Apex 9 TKL Gaming Keyboard

Detachable Braided USB-C to USB-A Cable

Keycap Puller

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