SteelSeries Apex 9 vs Apple A2141

Detailed comparison of SteelSeries Apex 9, Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad. Compare features, specifications, and performance to find the perfect keyboard for your needs.

SteelSeries Apex 9

SteelSeries Apex 9

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
switchesSteelSeries QS1
keycap materialPBT
switch lifespan80 million actuations
polling rate1000 Hz
actuation point1.5 mm
response time1 ms

Build Quality

Build Details

Frame MaterialPlastic/Metal
DurabilityIP32
Material DetailsAluminum top plate

Ergonomics

Ergonomic Features

Noise LevelLinear
Wrist SupportNone
AnglesAdjustable height
Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad

Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad

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-sized
switchesNot Applicable
keycap materialPlastic
switch lifespanNot Applicable
polling rateNot Applicable
actuation pointNot Applicable
response timeNot Applicable

Build Quality

Build Details

Frame MaterialPlastic
DurabilityNot Rated
Material DetailsHigh-quality material for a premium feel

Ergonomics

Ergonomic Features

Noise LevelQuiet
Wrist SupportNone
AnglesFixed

Tuomas Jokela

Keyboard Enthusiast & Developer