Since both products share the same manufacturer and product line, there’s no difference at all when it comes to their features. In short, the keys and switches can be easily pressed and are perfect for people that want to type with less effort. Typing on the Apex 7 model is a great feeling, all thanks to the SteelSeries QX2 Mechanical RGB Switch or simply Brown switches, which draw some similarities from Cherry MX Brown switches. From its performance, one could quickly notice its similarity to the Cherry MX Blue switches, so if you’re a fan of that, you’ll like the approach SteelSeries has done with this model. Inside the keyboard, you may find what they call the MX stems, which is a convenient feature as you can customize the keycaps without any restrictions. SteelSeries’ Apex 5 model radiates a premium aura because of its Hybrid Blue Mechanical Switches.

Lastly, it’s essential to note that these cables that come with the products aren’t detachable, which is a bummer for people looking for portability.

The latency for the Apex 7 is more than impressive, scoring an average of 6.8 ms. There’s also cable management available, and it is a blessing to many users who mostly find themselves having to fold some cables that could be a distraction when gaming. No wireless functionality is available, and perhaps this is the best choice to avoid any unnecessary price increase. The Apex 7 model is also a wired mechanical keyboard with a cable length of 6.2 ft. We can, however, see some downside to this product, mainly because of how slow it could be, with a latency of 24.4 ms. The best thing about the Apex product line is how much SteelSeries has cared for cable management. It is a wireless gaming keyboard that has a 5.24 ft. Apex 5 is a refreshing take on the premium branding that SteelSeries is aiming for.

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