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Endgame Gear KB65HE vs SteelSeries Apex 7: Comparison
What is the difference between Endgame Gear KB65HE and SteelSeries Apex 7?
The first real difference is layout: Endgame Gear KB65HE 65% against SteelSeries Apex 7 Full-Size. Switch type is not the same on both, Endgame Gear Hall Effect on the Endgame Gear KB65HE versus SteelSeries QX2 Mechanical on the SteelSeries Apex 7. There is a split on connectivity as well, Wired USB-C on the Endgame Gear KB65HE versus Wired USB on the SteelSeries Apex 7. They differ on keycap material too, PBT Double-Shot on the Endgame Gear KB65HE versus ABS on the SteelSeries Apex 7.
Which should you buy, Endgame Gear KB65HE or SteelSeries Apex 7?
Buy the Endgame Gear KB65HE for competitive FPS players wanting a compact Hall effect board and rapid trigger enthusiasts, though it is not built for hot-swap tinkerers and wireless-only users. The SteelSeries Apex 7 suits gamers wanting an at-a-glance OLED display and full-size layout preference, though it is the wrong buy for buyers wanting adjustable actuation and hot-swap tinkerers. Our rating of the Endgame Gear KB65HE (8/10): A focused, esports-oriented Hall effect 65% from a brand known for competitive-grade precision peripherals. Our rating of the SteelSeries Apex 7 (7/10): A solid full-size gaming board whose OLED display is a genuinely useful, distinctive feature.
What Endgame Gear KB65HE and SteelSeries Apex 7 have in common
The common ground is wider than the gap: backlighting, polling rate and hot-swappable are identical here.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- Endgame Gear KB65HE
- Endgame Gear
- SteelSeries Apex 7
- SteelSeries
Layout
- Endgame Gear KB65HE
- 65%
- SteelSeries Apex 7
- Full-Size (also available TKL)
Model
- Endgame Gear KB65HE
- KB65HE
- SteelSeries Apex 7
- Apex 7
Switch Type
- Endgame Gear KB65HE
- Endgame Gear Hall Effect
- SteelSeries Apex 7
- SteelSeries QX2 Mechanical (Red/Brown/Blue)
Connectivity
- Endgame Gear KB65HE
- Wired USB-C (detachable)
- SteelSeries Apex 7
- Wired USB (braided cable)
Keycap Material
- Endgame Gear KB65HE
- PBT Double-Shot
- SteelSeries Apex 7
- ABS
Hot-Swappable
- Endgame Gear KB65HE
- No
- SteelSeries Apex 7
- No
Backlighting
- Endgame Gear KB65HE
- Per-Key RGB
- SteelSeries Apex 7
- Per-Key RGB
Polling Rate
- Endgame Gear KB65HE
- 1000 Hz
- SteelSeries Apex 7
- 1000 Hz
Which one should you pick?
Choose Endgame Gear KB65HE if you want the higher polling rate (1000 Hz vs 1000 Hz).
Choose SteelSeries Apex 7 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | Endgame Gear KB65HE | SteelSeries Apex 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Endgame Gear | View on Endgame Gear | |
| SteelSeries Store | View on SteelSeries Store |
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
Endgame Gear KB65HE
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A focused, esports-oriented Hall effect 65% from a brand known for competitive-grade precision peripherals.
SteelSeries Apex 7
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid full-size gaming board whose OLED display is a genuinely useful, distinctive feature.