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Corsair K65 Plus Wireless vs SteelSeries Apex 7: Comparison
Corsair K65 Plus Wireless and SteelSeries Apex 7 differ on switch type: Corsair K65 Plus Wireless at Corsair MGX Hall Effect (Magnetic), SteelSeries Apex 7 at SteelSeries QX2 Mechanical (Red/Brown/Blue).
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Corsair | SteelSeries |
| Layout | 75% | Full-Size (also available TKL) |
| Model | K65 Plus Wireless | Apex 7 |
| Switch Type | Corsair MGX Hall Effect (Magnetic) | SteelSeries QX2 Mechanical (Red/Brown/Blue) |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.2 / 2.4GHz Slipstream / Wired USB-C | Wired USB (braided cable) |
| Keycap Material | PBT | ABS |
| Backlighting | Per-key RGB | Per-Key RGB |
| Polling Rate | Up to 8000 Hz wired, 2000 Hz wireless | 1000 Hz |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Corsair K65 Plus Wireless | SteelSeries Apex 7 |
|---|---|---|
| SteelSeries | View on SteelSeries |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
Corsair K65 Plus Wireless
8 / 10 Expert Rating
One of the few wireless Hall Effect boards that doesn't compromise on hot-swap support or actuation tuning to get there.
SteelSeries Apex 7
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid full-size gaming board whose OLED display is a genuinely useful, distinctive feature.