** PRICE DROPPED - STEELSERIES APEX M800 - MECHANICAL KEYBOARD **

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Released today at CES

I have been keeping quiet about this for a good while now.

Some real unique selling points in this product that I feel gives the Apex M800 some real differentiation from its competition.

QS1 switches are a 45g linear switch with a 3mm travel and 1.5mm actuation. This should in theory be bliss to type on as well as being brilliant for gaming.

The keycaps are really low profile due to the switch design and the LED lighting is embedded in the middle of the switch so that the backlight is even and uniform across the keycap.

SteelSeries have confirmed that we can get one for trials as soon as it is available so I will do a full review the moment I can get my hands on one.


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SteelSeries Apex M800 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard @ £159.95 inc VAT

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M800 offers a brand new switch:
We partnered with experts in switch technology to create the perfect switch for the M800. The result is the incredible QS1 switch. With a smooth linear action and 25% faster actuation than the traditional mechanical switch, the QS1 is built for pure speed (see comparison).

QS1 switches have a 3mm throw depth, a 1.5mm actuation and only require a 45cN actuation force. All of the design choices in the QS1 switch specifications were made with two goals in mind: React faster and spend less wasted effort as you destroy your competition!

QS1 Switches are Low Profile:
The keyboard is built at a low angle and with an optimally designed linear key layout that cuts down on finger travel distance. This allows for seamless, quick transitions between keys and across the keyboard for less fatigue on your fingers no matter how furiously they fly.

Dual Processors Guarantees Performance:
Your 600 APM would go to waste if the brains of the keyboard couldn't keep up. That's why we added an additional CPU inside the M800 that is dedicated only to processing key presses. No lag, no excuses. And when the gaming gets hectic, N-key rollover allows up to 256 key presses at once with zero issues.

Lighting Patterns
We built in some incredible pre-configured lighting options, like Breathe, Wave and Trigger that highlight the keyboard's vibrant and crisp illumination. Further personalize Apex M800 by creating, programing and sharing your own illumination designs.


Features:
- QS1 Switches with 3mm linear throw depth at 45g of actuation force
- Full macro customisation via SteelSeries Engine with on the fly capability
- Custom profiles for lighting and functionality programming.
- SteelSeries Engine software provides cloud sync profile storage and sync capabilities across your peripherals
- Individual key illumination with full key illumination control via a centred LED for 16.8 million vibrant colour displays over 8 brightness levels.

Specification:
- Weight: g ( lbs)
- Width: mm ( in)
- Height: mm ( in)
- Depth: mm ( in)
- USB Cable Length: 2 m (6.6 ft)
- Anti-Ghosting: Zero Ghosting, 256 Keys at Once
- Extra Quick Access Keys : 6
- All Keys are Programmable
- Multimedia Controls: One-Touch via F-Keys
- QS1 Switch: 3mm Throw, 1.5mm, Activation/Reset, 45cN Force. 60M Clicks
- Intuitive and Simple Macro Editor
- Text-based Macros (Direct to Console)
- Set Custom Profiles Per Application
- Switch Profiles Across All Your SteelSeries Engine Devices
- Number of Illumination Colors: 16.8 million
- Unlimited Lighting Layers,
- Pre-set Effects, Create Your Own
- Illuminated Custom Cool down Timers
- Individually Illuminated Keys: centred LED, Clear Housing, Minimized Bleed

Only £159.95 inc VAT.

ORDER NOW
 
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looks like a mechanical version of the Steelseries Apex (Full Colour) but without the additional function and macro keys.

Seems a little bit pricey considering the apex only costs around £70-80 :S
 
They aren't the same. The Logitech sadly have some horrid keycaps on that can't be changed as there aren't aftermarket alternatives.
 
Well, the switch specs are the same, but the keycaps aren't. I also heard the keycaps really suck with the indents on the Logitech one.
 
Spacebar aside this looks this business. Whilst I liked a lot about the Logitech Orion Spark, there's a lot I don't like and this looks a winner.
 
Looks fantastic, I've never really encountered any problems with normal sized spacebars though. I wonder if it's purely for the design or if they think it will be more practical to use.
 
Logitech's problem's could have been solved if they listened to the customers.

A G19 keyboard with mechanical keys.
 
I like the look of this... just as my qpad mk85 is on its way out due to drowning in wine.

Will the UK version have full-size enter/return key?
 
G15 was a great board, Logitech seem to have lost their way a bit. I for one would love a G19 with mech keys.

I like the look of this board, going to get a Rival Mouse which will be my first non Razer for about 10 years. Steelseries gear looks really solid.
 
BeeP said:
G15 was a great board, Logitech seem to have lost their way a bit. I for one would love a G19 with mech keys.

I like the look of this board, going to get a Rival Mouse which will be my first non Razer for about 10 years. Steelseries gear looks really solid.
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Still using my G15, love it :) Have been thinking about a mech replacement for a while now, not quite ready to dive in yet tho
 
Seems like manufacturers no longer want to be held to ransom by Cherry, especially since they gave exclusivity to Corsair with the rgb keys. Good on them.
 
rjkoneill said:
They aren't the same. The Logitech sadly have some horrid keycaps on that can't be changed as there aren't aftermarket alternatives.
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Nothing at all wrong with logitechs new keyboard keys tbh (g910). They are great for gaming and after using it for a while it feels fine better even then normal keys far more responsive too and the keyboard in general looks great feels great premium build and its logitech which is by far the best company when it comes to keyboards and mice for gaming add in the fact there RMA is just unbeatable what more can you ask for? :cool:
 
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