Even though most serious gamers use mechanical keyboards these days, many do not realise that the technology behind those key-switches is over 30 years old. With that in mind, it is no wonder that Steelseries are looking to reinvent the wheel with their new Apex M800 mechanical board. It incorporates Steelseries branded switches, with a shorter travel distance than anything else out there.

Will that be enough to differentiate it from other RGB backlit boards available and can the key design compete with market leader Cherry? Let us find out.