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HP OMEN Encoder vs SteelSeries Apex 5

Keyboard · HP

HP OMEN Encoder

Full-size · Cherry MX Red / Brown · Wired
GEAR SCORE 57.0 / 100Good
Rapid Trigger45
Switch70
Connection70
VS
Keyboard · SteelSeries

SteelSeries Apex 5

Full-size · SteelSeries Hybrid Blue · Wired · 2020
GEAR SCORE 56.0 / 100Good
Rapid Trigger45
Switch70
Connection70
Recency53
Verdict

HP OMEN Encoder and SteelSeries Apex 5 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 57 and 56.

Spec-by-spec comparison

HP OMEN EncoderSteelSeries Apex 5
57Gear score56
Full-sizeSizeFull-size
Cherry MX Red / BrownSwitchSteelSeries Hybrid Blue
WiredConnectionWired
—Release year2020
—Estimated price≈ $93

The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.

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FAQ

Is HP OMEN Encoder or SteelSeries Apex 5 better?

HP OMEN Encoder and SteelSeries Apex 5 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 57 and 56.

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