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Keychron C3 Pro vs SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Gen 3: Comparison
Keychron C3 Pro and SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 differ on layout: Keychron C3 Pro at TKL (87-Key), SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 at TKL.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Keychron | SteelSeries |
| Layout | TKL (87-Key) | TKL |
| Model | C3 Pro | Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 |
| Switch Type | Keychron K Pro Mechanical (Brown/Red/Banana) | OmniPoint 3.0 Hall Effect |
| Connectivity | Wired USB-C | USB-C Wired |
| Backlighting | South-Facing RGB | RGB |
| Polling Rate | 1000 Hz | Up to 1000Hz |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Keychron C3 Pro | SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Keychron | View on Keychron |
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
Keychron C3 Pro
7 / 10 Expert Rating
The cheapest legitimate way to get a hot-swappable QMK-capable mechanical keyboard from a known brand.
SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Gen 3
9 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuine competitive-grade Hall Effect board whose built-in OLED display sets it apart from other adjustable-actuation keyboards, at the cost of switch-ecosystem lock-in.