SteelSeries Apex 3
Score: 72/100
HyperX Alloy Origins 60 Aqua
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Alloy Origins 60 is a premium 60% keyboard with an aluminum top plate, per-key RGB and detachable USB-C cable. It offers solid build quality and smooth switches, though the compact layout introduces a learning curve and some hardware quirks.
The SteelSeries Apex 3 RGB is a full-size wired membrane keyboard that combines quiet Whisper Quiet switches, 10-zone RGB lighting and IP32 spill resistance, targeting casual to mid-core gamers who value comfort and visual flair. It offers solid build quality and ergonomic wrist support, but its non-removable keycaps and dim legends may deter enthusiasts seeking extensive customization.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
24 keysbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,270 g | 780 gbest |
10 zonesbest | — | |
12 months | 24 monthsbest | |
— | 45 gbest | |
— | 61 keysbest | |
1.8 mbest | 1.8 mbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
N-Key Rollover (keys) | 24 keys | Full keys |
Lighting(1) | ||
Backlighting Type | RGB | Per-key |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 24 months |
Switches(1) | ||
Switch Type | Membrane | HyperX Red |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Form Factor | Full‑size | 60% |
Weight (g) | 1270 g | 780 g |
Case Material | Polymer | Aluminum |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Cable Type | USB Type‑A | USB-C |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Apex 3 for its solid construction, extensive RGB customization and spill-proof design, noting software integration and cable management add real value at its price point.
Everyday users love the quiet switches, comfortable magnetic wrist rest and eye-catching RGB zones, while repeatedly calling out dim key legends and the inability to replace keycaps as the most common pain points.
“Near-silent switches are perfect for late-night gaming”
“The wrist rest feels great during long sessions”
“RGB zones look amazing but the legends are hard to read”
Reviewers consistently praise the solid aluminum build, smooth HyperX switches and striking exposed-LED RGB, while noting the learning curve of the 60% layout and the ABS spare spacebar as minor drawbacks.
Users love the sturdy feel, durable PBT caps and vivid lighting, but complain about spacebar stabilizer rattle and the ABS replacement spacebar.
