Logitech - MX Keys S vs SteelSeries - Apex Pro TKL (2023)
Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | Logitech - MX Keys S | SteelSeries - Apex Pro TKL (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Polling rate | 1000 Hz | 8000 Hz |
| Size | Full | TKL |
| Wireless | true | false |
Between the MX Keys S and Apex Pro TKL (2023), the MX Keys S comes out ahead in size / wireless, while the Apex Pro TKL (2023) wins on polling rate. Overall, the MX Keys S scores 38.3 and the Apex Pro TKL (2023) scores 56.6 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The Apex Pro TKL (2023) is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 18.3 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the MX Keys S if you care most about size / wireless. The biggest gaps in its favor are size, wireless. The single most decisive one: Size: Full (vs TKL).
Pick the Apex Pro TKL (2023) if you care most about polling rate. Its strongest claims are polling rate. The single most decisive one: Polling rate — 700.00% more. 8000 Hz vs 1000 Hz.
Both ship with comparable hot-swappable, rotary knob, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the Apex Pro TKL (2023) is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Which should you buy: Logitech - MX Keys S or SteelSeries - Apex Pro TKL (2023)?
SteelSeries - Apex Pro TKL (2023) leads the current Mars Score by 18.3 points.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare size, wireless against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose Logitech - MX Keys S if…
Logitech - MX Keys S has the measurable edge on size, is wireless.
Choose SteelSeries - Apex Pro TKL (2023) if…
SteelSeries - Apex Pro TKL (2023) has the measurable edge on polling rate hz.
This is a structured comparison of the published catalog values. It is not a claim of identical real-world performance across every workload; use the linked spec drill-downs and methodology page to inspect the inputs.
Why Logitech - MX Keys S wins
- ▲Size: Full (vs TKL).
- ▲Wireless: true (vs false).
Why SteelSeries - Apex Pro TKL (2023) wins
- ▲Polling rate — 700.00% more. 8000 Hz vs 1000 Hz.
Spec comparison
Switches
| Spec | Logitech - MX Keys S | SteelSeries - Apex Pro TKL (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Switch type | Scissor | OmniPoint 2.0 Hall-effect |
| Hot-swappable | false | false |
Layout & Build
| Spec | Logitech - MX Keys S | SteelSeries - Apex Pro TKL (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Fulllead | TKL |
| RGB | false | truelead |
| Rotary knob | false | false |
| Case material | Plastic | Aluminum |
Connectivity
| Spec | Logitech - MX Keys S | SteelSeries - Apex Pro TKL (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless | truelead | false |
| 2.4 GHz | false | false |
| Battery | 240 hlead | 0 h |
| Polling rate | 1000 Hz | 8000 Hzlead |