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Black compact tenkeyless gaming keyboard with RGB lighting

SteelSeries

SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL gaming keyboard, Black

SKU CH-2W4V-M77MH

Compact tenkeyless gaming keyboard with IP32 water and dust resistance, whisper-quiet switches rated for 20 million presses, 8-zone RGB lighting and dedicated multimedia controls

  • Tenkeyless layout frees desk space for mouse movement
  • Whisper-quiet switches rated for 20 million keystrokes
  • IP32 rating resists water splashes and dust ingress
  • PrismSync RGB offers 8-zone illumination with millions of colours
  • Dedicated media keys and clickable volume roller control playback instantly

Compact Tenkeyless Design

The SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL is a gaming keyboard built for players who prefer a compact form factor. Its tenkeyless layout removes the numeric pad to free up desk space for mouse movement. The design is favoured by professionals for tournament positioning and ergonomic comfort during long sessions. IP32 water and dust resistance adds durability against everyday spills and debris.

Whisper Quiet Switch Upgrade

This model replaces standard clicky mechanical switches with low-friction whisper quiet gaming switches rated for over 20 million keypresses. The jump is worth it for users who need near-silent actuation in shared spaces or during late-night play. Anti-ghosting technology ensures every keystroke registers accurately during fast-paced action. The switches deliver consistent performance without the loud click of traditional mechanical alternatives.

Eight-Zone PrismSync Illumination

PrismSync RGB illumination provides eight independently controllable lighting zones with millions of colour options. Dedicated multimedia controls include a clickable volume roller and media keys for quick audio and brightness adjustments. The keyboard connects via USB and works with Windows, Mac OS X, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X, PS4 and PS5. No additional software drivers are required for basic plug-and-play functionality across these platforms.

Highlights

  • Tenkeyless layout frees desk space for mouse movement
  • Whisper-quiet switches rated for 20 million keystrokes
  • IP32 rating resists water splashes and dust ingress
  • PrismSync RGB offers 8-zone illumination with millions of colours
  • Dedicated media keys and clickable volume roller control playback instantly

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Does the tenkeyless layout fit a standard keyboard tray?

The compact tenkeyless design removes the numeric pad, making it narrower than full-size keyboards so it fits most standard trays and leaves more room for mouse movement.

How do I connect it to a PS5 or Xbox Series X, and what step do people miss?

Plug the USB cable into the console's front port; the step users miss is enabling keyboard input in the system settings before launching a game.

The switches are rated for 20 million keypresses — what fails first and how do I fix it?

Individual switches can wear out after heavy use; since the switches are not hot-swappable, the whole keyboard must be replaced when a key fails.

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