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Keychron Q1 Max vs SteelSeries Apex 7: Comparison
Keychron Q1 Max and SteelSeries Apex 7 differ on connectivity: Keychron Q1 Max at Bluetooth 5.1 + USB-C wired, SteelSeries Apex 7 at Wired USB (braided cable).
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Keychron | SteelSeries |
| Layout | 75% | Full-Size (also available TKL) |
| Model | Q1 Max | Apex 7 |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.1 + USB-C wired | Wired USB (braided cable) |
| Hot-Swappable | true | false |
| Backlighting | South-facing RGB | Per-Key RGB |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Keychron Q1 Max | 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
Keychron Q1 Max
9 / 10 Expert Rating
Premium custom-keyboard feel, build, and programmability at a fraction of a custom build's cost — the best mechanical keyboard for most people, barring competitive 2.4GHz needs.
SteelSeries Apex 7
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid full-size gaming board whose OLED display is a genuinely useful, distinctive feature.




