SteelSeries Apex 7 with OLED Smart Display
Score: 88/100
Glorious GMMK 2
Score: 87/100Rankings
The SteelSeries Apex 7 TKL is a wired tenkeyless mechanical keyboard featuring premium aluminum construction, per-key RGB lighting and an OLED smart display, delivering fast linear red switches. Its drawbacks include the lack of wireless connectivity and limited onboard profile memory. Ideal for competitive gamers and streamers who value performance and customization.
The Glorious GMMK 2 is a full-size wired keyboard featuring an aluminum top frame, hot-swap capability and vibrant per-key RGB lighting. Its drawbacks include a relatively heavy build and occasional software instability. Ideal for mechanical keyboard enthusiasts and competitive gamers who value customization over portability.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
84 keys | 99 keysbest | |
— | 1,000 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 953 gbest | 1,253 g |
— | 45 gbest | |
1 years | 2 yearsbest |
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General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 2 years |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connection Type | Wired USB | Wired USB-C |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Switch Type | Linear, Quiet (Red Switch) | Fox linear |
Key Count (keys) | 84 keys | 99 keys |
Weight (g) | 953 g | 1253 g |
Dimensions (W×H×L) (mm) | 436.9×40.6×139.7 mm mm | 124.46x38.1x375.92 mm |
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Professional reviewers commend the Apex 7 TKL for its premium aluminum construction, fast linear red switches, and especially its OLED smart display that delivers real-time stats and profile changes without leaving the game. The keyboard's per-key RGB, macro capabilities, and dedicated multimedia controls are also praised, though critics note the limited five onboard profiles and the absence of wireless connectivity as drawbacks for power users.
Everyday users consistently highlight the solid build quality, comfortable magnetic wrist rest, and the smooth feel of the red switches. The OLED screen and extensive RGB customization receive strong approval, as does the convenience of the multimedia roller and USB passthrough. Common complaints revolve around the lack of a numpad, occasional confusion about wireless capability, and the bulkiness of the packaging.
“Great value... solid chassis... love the OLED screen”
“Stunning feature set... beautiful illumination... well-thought-out media controls”
“Maximum click... customizable lighting”
Professional reviewers consider the GMMK Pro a top-tier enthusiast keyboard, emphasizing its solid aluminum build, gasket-mount acoustics, and versatile 5-pin hot-swap system that accommodates Cherry MX-style linear switches. They commend the bright per-key RGB and the added rotary encoder, while noting drawbacks such as its substantial weight, lack of wireless connectivity, and occasional software instability.
Everyday users consistently praise the keyboard's premium feel, smooth linear switches, and vibrant RGB lighting, often highlighting the satisfying thocky sound and the convenience of hot-swapping. Recurring complaints focus on the stock switches feeling stiff, software glitches during macro configuration, and the heavy weight making it less portable.
