Of course, the Apex Pro TKL is a mechanical keyboard, so the switches have a fairly long travel distance for full actuation.

Now for one of the most important things that many consider when shopping for a keyboard: the switches.

The metal top plate and base plate are made of an aluminum that SteelSeries claims to be “identical to the aluminum used in jets providing enhanced rigidity and structural stability.” I find the finish of the keyboard to be very sleek, and the build quality feels amazing thanks to this construction. The SteelSeries logo in the center is subtle but definitely adds to the looks. The wrist pad magnetizes to the base of the keyboard for easy attachment and removal, and the outer surface is silicon-like, but smooth and with a reduced friction coefficient, making it extremely comfortable for long periods of play-time. In addition, the OLED display in the corner of the keyboard looks super cool and adds a futuristic touch to the overall design that I really enjoy, aside from its useful functionality.

Apex pro tkl review