- Is the Apex 5 a real mechanical keyboard?
- No. It uses SteelSeries Hybrid Mechanical switches, which pair a mechanical-style stem with a rubber dome. The press feels mechanical but softer and quieter than a true mechanical switch.
- Is $79 a good price for the Apex 5?
- Yes. It usually sells closer to $90 to $100, so $79.00 at Best Buy as of November 7, 2026 is near the low end of its recent range.
- Does it have wireless?
- No. The Apex 5 connects only by USB cable.
- What is the OLED screen for?
- It shows profiles, volume, media track info and Discord or game alerts, and works with the metal scroll wheel for quick adjustments.
- Does it include a wrist rest?
- Yes. A magnetic wrist rest comes in the box.
- How long do the switches last?
- SteelSeries rates them for 20 million keypresses, lower than the 50 to 100 million typical of full mechanical switches.
- Where is the SteelSeries Apex 5 Hybrid Mechanical Gaming Keyboard cheapest?
- At Best Buy, for $79.00, 21% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the SteelSeries Apex 5 Hybrid Mechanical Gaming Keyboard?
- Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 147 ratings.
- Where can I buy the SteelSeries Apex 5 Hybrid Mechanical Gaming Keyboard?
- 6 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, Walmart, Newegg, Adorama, Quill.