--- product_id: 290051560 title: "Apex 5 - Hybrid Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - Per-Key RGB Illumination - Oled Smart display - American (QWERTY) Layout PC" brand: "steelseries" price: "VT100270" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Steel Series" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/290051560-apex-5-hybrid-mechanical-gaming-keyboard-per-key-rgb-illumination store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 16.8M per-key RGB illumination colors OLED Smart Display for real-time info 20M keypress hybrid mechanical switches Apex 5 - Hybrid Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - Per-Key RGB Illumination - Oled Smart display - American (QWERTY) Layout PC **Brand:** steelseries **Price:** VT100270 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⌨️ Light up your game, lead the pack. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Apex 5 - Hybrid Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - Per-Key RGB Illumination - Oled Smart display - American (QWERTY) Layout PC by steelseries - **How much does it cost?** VT100270 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/290051560-apex-5-hybrid-mechanical-gaming-keyboard-per-key-rgb-illumination) ## 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 - • **Aircraft-Grade Durability:** Built with a premium aluminum alloy frame designed to withstand intense daily use without flex or wear. - • **Hybrid Mechanical Precision:** Experience the perfect blend of membrane smoothness and blue switch tactile click with 20 million keypress durability. - • **Ergonomic Magnetic Wrist Rest:** Enjoy full palm support and comfort during long sessions with a sleek, detachable magnetic wrist rest. - • **OLED Smart Display Integration:** Stay connected with live game stats, Discord messages, and profile info right on your keyboard’s crisp OLED screen. - • **Vibrant Per-Key RGB Customization:** Stand out with 16.8 million colors per key, creating a personalized lighting experience that matches your style and mood. ## Overview The SteelSeries Apex 5 is a hybrid mechanical gaming keyboard featuring durable blue clicky switches rated for 20 million keypresses, customizable per-key RGB lighting with 16.8 million colors, and an innovative OLED Smart Display for real-time updates. Crafted from aircraft-grade aluminum alloy, it offers unmatched durability and includes a premium magnetic wrist rest for ergonomic comfort, making it a top-tier choice for gamers and professionals seeking performance and style. ## Description Product Description The Apex 5 gaming keyboard has hybrid mechanical switches that combine the smoothness of a membrane switch with the added durability, performance, and satisfying tactile click of a blue mechanical switch. It also boasts premium features like like per-key RGB customization, an OLED Smart Display, aircraft grade aluminum alloy frame, premium magnetic wrist rest, multimedia controls, three-way cable routing, gaming grade anti-ghosting. Box Contains Keyboard, information guide, cables Review: I like it - I brought this mainly for the lighting.. I'm not an avid gamer. but wanted a LED keyboard. the lighting options are amazing good bright colours and well back lit. The software could be better but does the job and you can do per key lighting control. The keyboard is a little clicky (what do you expect its a gaming hybrid mechanical keyboard). If you want a quite keyboard don't go for this one or any mechanical keyboard. the keyboard is very rigid with no flexing. wrist rest is magnetic with a smooth feel. overall good product.. and you need to be aware mechanical keyboards click. Review: Great Price, Quality and Asthetical Appeal - After my Corsair K series failed I decided to buy the Steel series after seeing the reviews. The price was a bonus aswell as it was priced less than it's nearest competitor. The keyboard feels really well built and the OLED screen finishes it off nicely. The keyboard is used with steel series software on the pc to control updates, setups and apps. Everything works effortlessly and smoothly and it looks great in my office. I would definitely recommend this keyboard to anyone. ## Features - Hybrid blue clicky mechanical gaming switches guaranteed for 20 million keypresses - OLED smart display displays profiles, game info, Discord messages, and more - Aircraft grade aluminium alloy frame built for a lifetime of Unbreakable durability - Unmatched customization with 16.8 million illumination colours per key - Premium magnetic wrist rest provides full palm support and comfort - Keyboard Layout: American QWERTY ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B082WHHZFS | | Best Sellers Rank | 21,039 in PC & Video Games ( See Top 100 in PC & Video Games ) 144 in Xbox One Controllers 224 in PlayStation 4 Controllers 780 in PC Gaming Keyboards | | Customer reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,971) | | Item model number | 64532 | | Language | None | | Product Dimensions | 44.47 x 13.93 x 4.04 cm; 927 g | | Rated | Not PEGI rated | | Release date | 12 Jan. 2021 | ## Images ![Apex 5 - Hybrid Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - Per-Key RGB Illumination - Oled Smart display - American (QWERTY) Layout PC - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61mEKdQZAWL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I like it *by S***S on 6 April 2020* I brought this mainly for the lighting.. I'm not an avid gamer. but wanted a LED keyboard. the lighting options are amazing good bright colours and well back lit. The software could be better but does the job and you can do per key lighting control. The keyboard is a little clicky (what do you expect its a gaming hybrid mechanical keyboard). If you want a quite keyboard don't go for this one or any mechanical keyboard. the keyboard is very rigid with no flexing. wrist rest is magnetic with a smooth feel. overall good product.. and you need to be aware mechanical keyboards click. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Price, Quality and Asthetical Appeal *by A***R on 18 September 2020* After my Corsair K series failed I decided to buy the Steel series after seeing the reviews. The price was a bonus aswell as it was priced less than it's nearest competitor. The keyboard feels really well built and the OLED screen finishes it off nicely. The keyboard is used with steel series software on the pc to control updates, setups and apps. Everything works effortlessly and smoothly and it looks great in my office. I would definitely recommend this keyboard to anyone. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Don't let the marketing fool you, this is a great keyboard. *by J***4 on 6 October 2020* First of all, the people complaining about build quality - I really have no idea what you're talking about. The build quality is mostly identical to the Apex 7 and Pro models; a light but sturdy chassis that doesn't flex or creak. It's a thick aluminium top plate with a lovely finish that resists fingerprints, fixed to a thin but serviceable plastic bottom case. The keycaps are unfortunately thin, painted and lasered ABS which will accumulate oil and dust very quickly. They look nice at first, but are not durable and do not give the best typing feedback. Steelseries should definitely produce ABS or PBT doubleshots with this same attractive, thick font. That would help them compete with Razer and HyperX. The switches are the main attraction here, and what I like about the keyboard the most. They are still "mechanical", but function differently to work with the sensing membrane this keyboard uses. That doesn't mean they're bad, in fact, I think they're better than any Cherry MX Blue, Razer Green or whatever other MX-type clicky switch. Those switches use plastic click jackets that fire down and rattle around to generate a shrill, plasticky click. The "hybrid" switch employs a metal clickbar that produces a much more pleasant click. There is also no need to brush against metal contacts, which is what causes friction in normal switches. Instead, the switch slider has a "hammer" that presses against the membrane at the click, retracting inside the slider to allow for partway key actuation. This hammer does cause an increase of force which some describe as "spongy" or "clunky", but the click glosses it over for me and I don't mind this limitation. Besides, the bottom-out is just as crisp and firm as a normal switch. The switches don't have any electronic parts and are not soldered like most keyboard switches. They can be removed from the aluminium plate and opened like a normal switch for cleaning, or to lubricate them if you like. This also allows for the large key stabilisers to be tuned, which are unfortunately lackluster out of the box. I tuned them and they sound great now. Technically, the switches won't "fail" as there are no metal contacts to oxidise. The membrane assembly is the limiting factor here, but it can be easily accessed by unscrewing the top plate from the bottom plate - no need to remove any switches. From here, the membrane can be cleaned and maintained easily. While it isn't as durable as a PCB, this system is infinitely more serviceable than a normal keyboard, where one switch may die or develop chatter and will have to be desoldered. It's complete with the same OLED screen, wrist wrest, media controls, stunning RGB and premium design of the flagship Apex Pro - but with cost-saving switches and sensing assembly. But you shouldn't let that put you off. Ignore the "hybrid" marketing and the misconceptions about what is "mechanical". This is as great keyboard that gives you the option to tune it to your liking, which is important for an enthusiast like me. ## Frequently Bought Together - SteelSeries Apex 5 - Hybrid Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - Per-Key RGB Illumination - Oled Smart display - American (QWERTY) Layout PC - Logitech G G502 HERO High Performance Wired Gaming Mouse, HERO 25K Sensor, 25,600 DPI, RGB, Adjustable Weights, 11 Programmable Buttons, On-Board Memory, PC/Mac - Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/290051560-apex-5-hybrid-mechanical-gaming-keyboard-per-key-rgb-illumination](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/290051560-apex-5-hybrid-mechanical-gaming-keyboard-per-key-rgb-illumination) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-18*