SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL vs Microsoft Surface Ergonomic Keyboard vs IBM Model M
Detailed comparison of SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL, Microsoft Surface Ergonomic Keyboard, IBM Model M. 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
Microsoft Surface Ergonomic 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
typeWireless
compactnessFull-size
switchesScissor switches
keycap materialABS
switch lifespanNot specified
polling rateNot specified
actuation pointNot specified
response timeNot specified
Build Quality
Build Details
Frame MaterialMetal
DurabilityNot specified
Material DetailsAlcantara wrist rest
Ergonomics
Ergonomic Features
Noise LevelQuiet
Wrist SupportIntegrated
AnglesNo adjustable incline
IBM Model M
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
compactnessFull-sized
switchesIBM Buckling Spring
keycap materialPBT
switch lifespanNot specified
polling rateNot specified
actuation pointN/A
response timeN/A
Build Quality
Build Details
Frame MaterialPlastic
DurabilityN/A
Material DetailsSolid build quality, entirely made out of plastic
Ergonomics
Ergonomic Features
Noise LevelClicky
Wrist SupportNone
Angles6° - 9°
Tuomas Jokela
Keyboard Enthusiast & Developer