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SteelSeries Apex 9 TKL Complete Specs Sheet

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The SteelSeries Apex 9 TKL is a tenkeyless mechanical gaming keyboard built around OmniPoint 2.0 optical switches with adjustable actuation. Below is the complete spec sheet pulled directly from the SteelSeries product page, organized for quick reference. For the full review and our take on whether it’s worth buying, see the SteelSeries Apex 9 TKL review.

Switch & Keystroke Specs

Switch typeOmniPoint 2.0 optical magnetic
Actuation range0.1mm – 4.0mm adjustable per key
Switch lifespan100 million keystrokes
2-in-1 actions per keyYes
N-key rolloverFull NKRO
Anti-ghosting100% with full key matrix
Polling rate1000 Hz

Build & Physical Specs

LayoutTenkeyless (87-key US ANSI)
Top plateSeries 5000 aluminum alloy
KeycapsDoubleshot PBT
Length355 mm
Width139 mm
Height42 mm
Weight776 g
Tilt angles0° / 4° / 8° adjustable

Connectivity & Power

CableDetachable USB-C to USB-A, braided, 1.8 m
USB passthroughNo
WirelessNone — wired only
Power drawUSB bus-powered

Lighting & Display

BacklightPer-key RGB
RGB control16.8 million colors via SteelSeries GG (Engine)
Smart displayOLED top-right, 128×40 px
Display contentGame stats, Discord, Spotify track, settings

Software & Compatibility

Configuration softwareSteelSeries GG
macOSNative — Apple Silicon and Intel supported
WindowsWindows 10/11 native
Onboard memory5 profiles
CustomizationPer-key actuation, RGB, macros, dual actions

In the Box

  • SteelSeries Apex 9 TKL keyboard
  • Detachable USB-C to USB-A braided cable
  • Quick start guide
  • Product information sheet

Warranty & Support

Manufacturer warranty2 years limited
Switch warrantyCovered for the keystroke lifespan
Region of releaseWorldwide (US ANSI shown here)

For pricing, retailer comparisons, and a hands-on take, see the full SteelSeries Apex 9 TKL review. Specs sourced from the SteelSeries Apex 9 TKL official product page.

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