Keyboards / Comparison
SteelSeries Apex 5 vs SteelSeries Apex 7 TKL Ghost
Keyboard · SteelSeries
SteelSeries Apex 5
Full-size · SteelSeries Hybrid Blue · Wired · 2020Good
Rapid Trigger45
Switch70
Connection70
Recency53
VS
Keyboard · SteelSeries
SteelSeries Apex 7 TKL Ghost
TKL · SteelSeries QX2 Red · WiredGood
Rapid Trigger45
Switch70
Connection70
Verdict
SteelSeries Apex 5 and SteelSeries Apex 7 TKL Ghost are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 56 and 57.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| SteelSeries Apex 5 | SteelSeries Apex 7 TKL Ghost | |
|---|---|---|
| 56 | Gear score | 57 |
| Full-size | Size | TKL |
| SteelSeries Hybrid Blue | Switch | SteelSeries QX2 Red |
| Wired | Connection | Wired |
| 2020 | Release year | — |
| ≈ $93 | Estimated price | ≈ $150 |
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 SteelSeries Apex 5 or SteelSeries Apex 7 TKL Ghost better?
SteelSeries Apex 5 and SteelSeries Apex 7 TKL Ghost are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 56 and 57.
How much do they cost?
Estimated prices: SteelSeries Apex 5 ≈ $93, SteelSeries Apex 7 TKL Ghost ≈ $150. Current prices vary by store.
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