SteelSeries Apex 5 vs SteelSeries Apex 9 Mini
SteelSeries Apex 5
Full-size · SteelSeries Hybrid Blue · Wired · 2020SteelSeries Apex 9 Mini
TKL · SteelSeries OptiPoint Linear · WiredSteelSeries Apex 5 and SteelSeries Apex 9 Mini are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 56 and 57.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| SteelSeries Apex 5 | SteelSeries Apex 9 Mini | |
|---|---|---|
| 56 | Gear score | 57 |
| Full-size | Size | TKL |
| SteelSeries Hybrid Blue | Switch | SteelSeries OptiPoint Linear |
| Wired | Connection | Wired |
| 2020 | Release year | — |
| ≈ $93 | Estimated price | ≈ $98 |
| 0 | Setups using it | 1 |
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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Average setup score of people using these: 78.3 What’s yours?
FAQ
Is SteelSeries Apex 5 or SteelSeries Apex 9 Mini better?
SteelSeries Apex 5 and SteelSeries Apex 9 Mini are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 56 and 57.
How much do they cost?
Estimated prices: SteelSeries Apex 5 ≈ $93, SteelSeries Apex 9 Mini ≈ $98. Current prices vary by store.