SteelSeries Apex 3
Score: 76/100
RK Royal Kludge RK61 Red
Score: 75/100Rankings
The SteelSeries Apex 3 is a full-size membrane gaming keyboard offering 10-zone RGB, water resistance, and whisper-quiet switches at a budget price. Its main limitation is the lack of mechanical feel and hot-swap support. Best for gamers who value quiet operation, durability, and affordability.
The RK61 is a 60% mechanical keyboard that packs RGB lighting, hot-swap switches, and tri-mode connectivity into a lightweight 560 g chassis. Its main drawbacks are software instability and occasional Bluetooth latency. Ideal for budget-conscious gamers and travelers who need a portable, versatile board.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
104 keysbest | 61 keys | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,270 g | 560 gbest |
— | 10 hoursbest | |
1 yearsbest | — | |
— | 2,400 MHzbest | |
10 zonesbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connection Type | Wired USB | Wired |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Switch Type | Whisper quiet gaming switches | Linear Red |
Key Count (keys) | 104 keys | 61 keys |
Weight (g) | 1270 g | 560 g |
Dimensions (W×H×L) (mm) | 445×39.9×150.9 mm | 102x40x292 mm mm |
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Professional reviewers consistently commend the Apex 3 for its solid construction, minimal flex, and attractive floating-key RGB design.
Everyday users appreciate the keyboard's durability, spill-proof rating, vibrant RGB, and silent switches, often noting the comfort added by the magnetic wrist rest.
“king of budget 60%”
“solid compact 60% wireless mechanical”
Professional reviewers consider the RK61 a solid entry-level 60% mechanical keyboard. RTINGS commends its reliable Bluetooth pairing and typing feel, while EnosTech highlights the crisp 40 g Red switches and attractive lighting.
Everyday users consistently praise the RK61's portability, lightweight design, smooth Red switches and the convenience of multi-device wireless connectivity. Common complaints revolve around unreliable customization software, the lack of dedicated media keys, shiny ABS keycaps over time, and occasional Bluetooth latency.
