SteelSeries Apex 9 TKL
Mechanical Keyboards

Apex 9 TKL

SteelSeries

Released Sep 1, 2022 · Analysis updated Mar 3, 2026

SteelSeries Apex 9 TKL gaming keyboard features hot-swappable switches, compact design, customizable RGB, and premium build quality. The SteelSeries Apex 9 TKL scores 80/100 based on 5 expert reviews in the mechanical keyboards category. Coverage includes reviews from Gamingtrend, Checkpointgaming, Pcguide, and Tomshardware.

Critic Score

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80

based on 5 expert reviews

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amazon$79.99

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Pros

  • Hot-swappable switches(3)
  • Compact design(3)
  • Customizable rgb(2)

Cons

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5 Expert Reviews

90
Sep 22, 2022

The Steelseries Apex 9 TKL is just an all around fantastic keyboard.

85
Mar 28, 2024

SteelSeries Apex 9 TKL is a compact, responsive gaming keyboard that balances space-saving design with essential features.

80
Feb 14, 2025

In general, the Apex 9 TKL is an excellent pick for a gaming keyboard that gives you everything you need to compliment and enhance your gaming sessions.

75
Sep 6, 2022

The SteelSeries Apex 9 TKL is an attractive option for those interested in a slightly-less customizable Apex Pro Mini with hot-swappable optical switches.

68
Sep 23, 2024

The Apex 9 TKL just about has it all: a streamlined design, customizable RGB, great build quality, and a decent price. But its razor-thin actuation makes actually using it unpleasant.