---
product_id: 468009120
title: "Apex 9 TKL - Mechanical Gaming Keyboard – Optical Switches – 2-Point Actuation – Compact Esports Tenkeyless Form Factor – Hotswappable Switches - American QWERTY Layout"
brand: "steelseries"
price: "$U16469"
currency: UYU
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reviews_count: 8
category: "Steel Series"
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# 0.2ms ultra-fast response hotswappable optical switches compact tenkeyless design Apex 9 TKL - Mechanical Gaming Keyboard – Optical Switches – 2-Point Actuation – Compact Esports Tenkeyless Form Factor – Hotswappable Switches - American QWERTY Layout

**Brand:** steelseries
**Price:** $U16469
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Apex 9 TKL: Speed, Style, and Switchability in One Compact Powerhouse

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Apex 9 TKL - Mechanical Gaming Keyboard – Optical Switches – 2-Point Actuation – Compact Esports Tenkeyless Form Factor – Hotswappable Switches - American QWERTY Layout by steelseries
- **How much does it cost?** $U16469 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- steelseries enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted steelseries brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Switch It Up:** Easily swap optical switches to customize feel or upgrade without buying a new keyboard.
- • **Pro-Level Compactness:** Tenkeyless form factor frees up desk space for broad, fluid mouse movements—play like the esports elite.
- • **Lightning-Fast Precision:** Dominate every keystroke with a blazing 0.2ms response time—outpace the competition effortlessly.
- • **Tailored Tactile Control:** Adjust actuation depth between 1mm and 1.5mm for personalized gameplay and typing comfort.
- • **Built to Last & Feel Premium:** Durable, fadeproof PBT keycaps deliver a refined texture and superior typing accuracy for marathon sessions.

## Overview

The SteelSeries Apex 9 TKL is a professional-grade mechanical gaming keyboard featuring ultra-fast 0.2ms optical switches with customizable 2-point actuation, a compact tenkeyless layout for enhanced desk space, and durable PBT keycaps. Its hotswappable switches allow effortless customization, making it a top choice for gamers and professionals seeking precision, speed, and longevity.

## Description

Outpace rivals with Apex 9 TKL's 0.2ms response, customizable 1-1.5mm actuation, and swappable optical switches for a personalized gaming experience.

Review: Fantastic Keyboard – Durable, Fast, and Worth Every Penny - I’ve recently upgraded to a newer board, but the SteelSeries Apex 9 TKL easily remains one of my favourites. I used it for a couple of years and it never let me down. The optical switches are super fast and responsive, perfect for gaming, and the build quality is excellent — no wobble, no fading, and no issues over time. RGB looks great, the TKL layout is perfect for desk space, and it always felt premium to use. If you want a reliable, long-lasting gaming keyboard, this one is absolutely solid.
Review: Fantastic Keyboard - I bought this to replace a very ancient and dying Logitech wireless keyboard which I loved, but which deserved a decent burial after many years' service. I work for 8-10 hours a day as a transcriptionist, and play games in my spare time, so needed something that was going to stand up to an awful lot of abuse. And even having had it only a couple of days, I think this will be it. The Apex 7 is solid and sturdy, and the feel of the mechanical keys is a revelation after the membrane design of the previous ones. It is simply so much more comfortable. Although there is unavoidably quite a lot more "clatter" from the keys with a mechanical one, the Brown switches themselves are quiet and do not "click" on actuation, so it's a good compromise. I'm learning to "feel" the actuation point, which is resulting in me gradually adopting a much lighter touch on the keyboard than I had before - which can only be a good thing. Added functions: for me the RGB light effects were less important than function in choosing this one, but now that the board is here and in use I find I quite like them. I work evenings, and it gives me the option to work with a lower ambient light level if I feel like it, which is sometimes quite nice. The OLED display may be useful for some, but for me it really is just a gimmick. It doesn't work with the main game I play, so I've set it to a static image and left it that way. I haven't had cause to use the USB passthrough as I already have a USB hub on my desk so there's no need, so I can't comment on it. The volume roller is excellent for me, as a transcriptionist I am constantly adjusting volume up and down, and this is considerably easier than having to access the volume settings on the PC each time, or even using the push buttons on the old keyboard. This gives immediate, precise fingertip control, which is perfect. Overwhelmingly I'm delighted with this keyboard, and would recommend it wholeheartedly.

## Features

- Play at the Speed of Light — Outpace leading optical keyboards with 33% faster actuation using custom OptiPoint switches with zero debounce and a lightning-fast 0.2ms response time.
- 2-point Actuation — Adapt to any game by changing the registration depth from a speedy, light 1mm press to a deliberate 1.5mm keystroke.
- Swappable Switches — Customize, upgrade, and repair your keyboard by changing the switches to your favorite stye of OptiPoint switch.
- Streamlined TKL Form Factor — Play like the pros with a compact, ergonomic tenkeyless keyboard that leaves more space for broad mouse swipes.
- Durable PBT Keycaps — Long-lasting and fadeproof double shot PBT keycaps provide a high-quality texture for enhanced keystroke feel as well as improved typing accuracy.
- The layout of this keyboard is American QWERTY

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0B9T6S5S4 |
| Antenna Location | Gaming |
| Best Sellers Rank | 1,667 in PC & Video Games ( See Top 100 in PC & Video Games ) 96 in PC Gaming Keyboards |
| Box Contents | Keycap Puller, USB Cable |
| Brand | SteelSeries |
| Brand Name | SteelSeries |
| Button Quantity | 9 |
| Colour | Optical Switch |
| Compatible Devices | PC |
| Compatible devices | PC |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Connectivity technology | USB |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 5,299 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Polybutylene Terephthalate |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 05707119047043 |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 12.8L x 35.5W x 4.2H centimetres |
| Item Weight | 635 Grams |
| Item height | 4.19 centimetres |
| Keyboard Backlighting Color Support | RGB |
| Keyboard Description | Gaming |
| Keyboard Layout | QWERTY |
| Keyboard description | Gaming |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer | SteelSeries |
| Model Name | Apex 9 TKL |
| Model Number | 64847 |
| Number of Keys | 104 |
| Number of Sections | 2 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Processor Count | 1 |
| Product Features | Backlit |
| Product Warranty | 2 year manufacturer |
| Recommended uses for product | Gaming |
| Series Number | 64847 |
| Special feature | Backlit |
| Style Name | American QWERTY |
| Switch Type | Optical |
| Theme | RGB |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** SteelSeries
- **Compatible devices:** PC
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Keyboard description:** Gaming
- **Recommended uses for product:** Gaming
- **Special feature:** Backlit
- **Colour:** Optical Switch
- **Keyboard backlighting colour support:** RGB
- **Style:** American QWERTY
- **Product dimensions:** 12.8L x 35.5W x 4.2H centimetres

## Images

![Apex 9 TKL - Mechanical Gaming Keyboard – Optical Switches – 2-Point Actuation – Compact Esports Tenkeyless Form Factor – Hotswappable Switches - American QWERTY Layout - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Mi6qhb2aL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic Keyboard – Durable, Fast, and Worth Every Penny
*by J***T on 12 December 2025*

I’ve recently upgraded to a newer board, but the SteelSeries Apex 9 TKL easily remains one of my favourites. I used it for a couple of years and it never let me down. The optical switches are super fast and responsive, perfect for gaming, and the build quality is excellent — no wobble, no fading, and no issues over time. RGB looks great, the TKL layout is perfect for desk space, and it always felt premium to use. If you want a reliable, long-lasting gaming keyboard, this one is absolutely solid.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic Keyboard
*by H***S on 17 October 2020*

I bought this to replace a very ancient and dying Logitech wireless keyboard which I loved, but which deserved a decent burial after many years' service. I work for 8-10 hours a day as a transcriptionist, and play games in my spare time, so needed something that was going to stand up to an awful lot of abuse. And even having had it only a couple of days, I think this will be it. The Apex 7 is solid and sturdy, and the feel of the mechanical keys is a revelation after the membrane design of the previous ones. It is simply so much more comfortable. Although there is unavoidably quite a lot more "clatter" from the keys with a mechanical one, the Brown switches themselves are quiet and do not "click" on actuation, so it's a good compromise. I'm learning to "feel" the actuation point, which is resulting in me gradually adopting a much lighter touch on the keyboard than I had before - which can only be a good thing. Added functions: for me the RGB light effects were less important than function in choosing this one, but now that the board is here and in use I find I quite like them. I work evenings, and it gives me the option to work with a lower ambient light level if I feel like it, which is sometimes quite nice. The OLED display may be useful for some, but for me it really is just a gimmick. It doesn't work with the main game I play, so I've set it to a static image and left it that way. I haven't had cause to use the USB passthrough as I already have a USB hub on my desk so there's no need, so I can't comment on it. The volume roller is excellent for me, as a transcriptionist I am constantly adjusting volume up and down, and this is considerably easier than having to access the volume settings on the PC each time, or even using the push buttons on the old keyboard. This gives immediate, precise fingertip control, which is perfect. Overwhelmingly I'm delighted with this keyboard, and would recommend it wholeheartedly.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ very good 9/10
*by H***6 on 2 May 2025*

Almost perfect. What I like: -switches: buttery smooth, quiet, with adjustable actuation. -price: very good value, especially on sale. -keycaps: nicely textured and seem durable -media scroll wheel: very useful and can be pressed for extra functionality. -detachable cable: always nice to see, especially on the left side (my preference, more space for the mouse) what could be improved: -software: Found it complicated and had issues setting it up the way I wanted. I was told this is because my device isn't fully compatible (even though it said it would be). For example I wasn't able to set multiple RGB profiles and couldn't set a mic mute button to the extra media switches. -build quality: its good enough, but I would prefer to see a metal base and a more durable cable port. 9/10 overall. Would recommend.

## Frequently Bought Together

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