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Kinesis Gaming Freestyle Edge vs SteelSeries Apex 5
Keyboard · Kinesis
Kinesis Gaming Freestyle Edge
TKL · Cherry MX Red · WiredGood
Rapid Trigger45
Switch70
Connection70
VS
Keyboard · SteelSeries
SteelSeries Apex 5
Full-size · SteelSeries Hybrid Blue · Wired · 2020Good
Rapid Trigger45
Switch70
Connection70
Recency53
Verdict
Kinesis Gaming Freestyle Edge and SteelSeries Apex 5 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 57 and 56.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Kinesis Gaming Freestyle Edge | SteelSeries Apex 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| 57 | Gear score | 56 |
| TKL | Size | Full-size |
| Cherry MX Red | Switch | SteelSeries Hybrid Blue |
| Wired | Connection | Wired |
| — | Release year | 2020 |
| ≈ $199 | 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 Kinesis Gaming Freestyle Edge or SteelSeries Apex 5 better?
Kinesis Gaming Freestyle Edge and SteelSeries Apex 5 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 57 and 56.
How much do they cost?
Estimated prices: Kinesis Gaming Freestyle Edge ≈ $199, SteelSeries Apex 5 ≈ $93. Current prices vary by store.
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