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Akko 3098B vs SteelSeries Apex 7: Comparison

Akko 3098B and SteelSeries Apex 7 differ on layout: Akko 3098B at 98-Key (Compact Full-Size with Numpad), SteelSeries Apex 7 at Full-Size (also available TKL).

Specs

Specification
Akko 3098B (98-Key/Akko CS Hot-Swap/Tri-Mode Wireless + Wired/PBT Keycaps/RGB Backlighting)
Akko 3098B
SteelSeries Apex 7 (Full-Size/SteelSeries QX2 Mechanical/USB Wired/OLED Smart Display/Per-Key RGB)
SteelSeries Apex 7
BrandAkkoSteelSeries
Layout98-Key (Compact Full-Size with Numpad)Full-Size (also available TKL)
Model3098BApex 7
Switch TypeAkko CS Jelly Black / Radiant Red / Lavender Purple Hot-SwapSteelSeries QX2 Mechanical (Red/Brown/Blue)
ConnectivityBluetooth 5.0 / 2.4GHz RF / USB-C WiredWired USB (braided cable)
Keycap MaterialPBT Dye-SublimatedABS
BacklightingRGB BacklightingPer-Key RGB
Polling Rate1000 Hz1000 Hz

Price comparison

RetailerAkko 3098BSteelSeries Apex 7
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Verdict

Akko 3098B

7 / 10 Expert Rating

A full-numpad wireless hot-swap board that punches above its budget price point.

SteelSeries Apex 7

7 / 10 Expert Rating

A solid full-size gaming board whose OLED display is a genuinely useful, distinctive feature.

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