If you like compact keyboards and value fast, responsive input, this is a big price cut on a premium option. The SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Gen 3 is down to $159.99 (was $219.99)saving you $60. This discount is important because boards with adjustable actuation tend to be in the “nice but expensive” category. At this price, it’s much easier to justify whether you’ve been thinking about a 60 percent setup for competitive gaming or a tidier desk.
What you get
That is a 60% wired mechanical keyboard built around Adjustable OmniPoint switchesmeaning you can set exactly how far a key needs to travel before it is activated. That’s the whole point of this style of board: you can adjust it to feel razor-sharp during games, or dial it back for more controlled typing.
The other highlight is Fast typingdesigned to make quick directional changes and repeated inputs feel faster – exactly what FPS and motion-intensive games reward. You also get the usual benefits of a 60 percent layout: more mouse space, a tighter setup for smaller desks, and an easier keyboard that you can tuck away in a bag when switching between setups.
Why it’s worth it
The value here lies in the performance adjustment. If you’ve ever felt like your keyboard is the bottleneck – either because it feels sluggish or because you want more control – adjustable actuation is one of the few features that can truly change the way a board plays, not just the way it looks.
This deal also makes sense if you’re upgrading from a basic mechanical keyboard and want a one-and-done option, rather than buying something cheap now and replacing it later. The only real caveat is the 60 percent layout itself: it’s great for gaming and minimal setups, but may require a little adjustment if you rely heavily on dedicated arrow keys or function rows for work.
The end result
At $159.99, this is a good buy if you’re looking for a compact gaming keyboard with adjustable actuation and a speed-focused feature set. Skip it if you know you’re missing a full-size layout for productivity reasons or don’t want to take advantage of the customizable switch settings.
