SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL vs Logitech MX Mechanical vs System76 Launch
Detailed comparison of SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL, Logitech MX Mechanical, System76 Launch Keyboard. Compare features, specifications, and performance to find the perfect keyboard for your needs.
SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL
Performance & Build
Specifications
Mechanical Switches
Anti-Ghosting
Media Keys
Programmable Keys
Customizable Macros
Custom Key Mapping
Profile Switching
Onboard Memory
Bluetooth
Rechargeable Battery
Detachable Cable
Usb Passthrough
Backlight
RGB Lighting
Per-Key Lighting
Layer Indicator Lights
OLED Display
Height Adjustment Feet
Wrist Rest
Swappable Keycaps
Volume Wheel
Water Resistant
Numpad
Technical Details
Technical Specs
typeWired
compactnessTKL
switchesSteelSeries Blue
keycap materialABS
switch lifespan30 million actuations
polling rate1000 Hz
actuation point2.0 mm
response time1 ms
Build Quality
Build Details
Frame MaterialPlastic
DurabilityIP32
Material DetailsDurable plastic construction with a brushed finish
Ergonomics
Ergonomic Features
Noise LevelClicky
Wrist SupportNone
AnglesAdjustable with built-in feet
Logitech MX Mechanical
Performance & Build
Specifications
Mechanical Switches
Anti-Ghosting
Media Keys
Programmable Keys
Customizable Macros
Custom Key Mapping
Profile Switching
Onboard Memory
Bluetooth
Rechargeable Battery
Detachable Cable
Usb Passthrough
Backlight
RGB Lighting
Per-Key Lighting
Layer Indicator Lights
OLED Display
Height Adjustment Feet
Wrist RestDetachable
Swappable Keycaps
Volume Wheel
Water Resistant
Numpad
Technical Details
Technical Specs
typeWireless
compactnessFull-sized
switchesLogitech Tactile Quiet Switches
keycap materialPBT
switch lifespan50 million actuations
polling rate1000 Hz
actuation point1.5 mm
response time1 ms
Build Quality
Build Details
Frame MaterialMetal
DurabilityIP54
Material DetailsAluminum top plate
Ergonomics
Ergonomic Features
Noise LevelQuiet
Wrist SupportDetachable
AnglesAdjustable height
System76 Launch Keyboard
Performance & Build
Specifications
Mechanical Switches
Anti-Ghosting
Media Keys
Programmable Keys
Customizable Macros
Custom Key Mapping
Profile Switching
Onboard Memory
Bluetooth
Rechargeable Battery
Detachable Cable
Usb Passthrough
Backlight
RGB Lighting
Per-Key Lighting
Layer Indicator Lights
OLED Display
Height Adjustment Feet
Wrist Rest
Swappable Keycaps
Volume Wheel
Water Resistant
Numpad
Technical Details
Technical Specs
typeWired
compactnessCompact (75%)
switchesVarious Mechanical Switches
keycap materialPBT
switch lifespan50 million actuations
polling rate1000 Hz
actuation pointNot specified
response timeNot specified
Build Quality
Build Details
Frame MaterialAluminum
DurabilityStandard durability
Material DetailsAluminum top plate and base, with PBT keycaps
Ergonomics
Ergonomic Features
Noise LevelLinear
Wrist SupportNone
Angles0°, 4° maximum incline with lift bar
Tuomas Jokela
Keyboard Enthusiast & Developer