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SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL (2023) vs YUNZII B75 PRO

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all judged against mechanical keyboards at a similar price

The YUNZII B75 PRO scores 6.7/10 overall, ahead of the SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL (2023) at 6.1/10.

The SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL (2023) leads on build quality and customisation.

The YUNZII B75 PRO leads on typing feel and connectivity.

They score the same on layout and ergonomics and battery and software.

The biggest difference is connectivity, where the YUNZII B75 PRO scores 7/10 to the SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL (2023)'s 4/10.

SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL (2023)

SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL (2023)

6.1/10verdict: good, not the best

The SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL (2023) is for people who want a compact, wired keyboard with adjustable key actuation. It suits gamers and typists who like to set how far a key travels before it registers. It is a poorer fit for anyone who needs wireless connections.

Typically about £159.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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YUNZII B75 PRO

YUNZII B75 PRO

6.7/10verdict: buy

The YUNZII B75 PRO is for UK typists who want a compact, wireless 75% keyboard with an ISO layout and a knob. It suits people who care about typing sound and feel and who like the option of swapping switches later. It's less suited to anyone who wants open firmware such as QMK or VIA.

Typically about £66.29 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightSteelSeries Apex Pro TKL (2023)YUNZII B75 PRO
Typing feel25%6/108/10
Build quality20%8/107/10
Customisation20%6/105/10
Connectivity15%4/107/10
Layout and ergonomics10%6/106/10
Battery and software10%6/106/10
Overall6.1/106.7/10

Specifications

SpecSteelSeries Apex Pro TKL (2023)YUNZII B75 PRO
LayoutTKL (tenkeyless)75% with knob, 83-key ISO (ANSI variant 82-key)
SwitchesOmniPoint 2.0 adjustable HyperMagnetic (Hall-effect), 0.1–4.0 mm actuation rangeVaries by variant: YUNZII Milk Linear, Cocoa Cream V2 Linear, or Blue Grey Tactile; pre-lubed
Hot-swappablenot listedFull-key hot-swappable, supports 3-pin or 5-pin switches
ConnectivityWired, detachable USB-C cableBluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless, and wired Type-C
Firmware (QMK / VIA)not listedYUNZII software for key remapping, macros and RGB; Windows and macOS per manufacturer, Windows-only per Vivid Repairs review. No QMK/VIA support found
KeycapsDouble-shot PBTDouble-shot PBT Cherry profile
Batterynot listed4000mAh

Strengths and weaknesses

SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL (2023)

  • + Actuation adjustable from 0.1 to 4.0 mm
  • + Aluminium top plate and double-shot PBT keycaps
  • + Three tilt positions: flat, half and full
  • − Wired only, with no wireless connection on this model

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want Bluetooth or 2.4GHz wireless connections
  • People who need a full-size layout with a number pad
  • Anyone who has no use for adjustable key actuation
Read the full SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL (2023) review ›

YUNZII B75 PRO

  • + Gasket mount with pre-lubed switches and tuned stabilisers
  • + Owners praise the typing sound and battery life
  • + ISO layout with Bluetooth, 2.4GHz and wired modes
  • − No QMK or VIA support; remapping uses YUNZII software
  • − One review reports the software is Windows-only
  • − Switch type depends on which variant you buy

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want QMK or VIA open firmware for remapping
  • Buyers who depend on the remapping software working on their operating system
  • Anyone who wants a tactile switch without checking the variant first
Read the full YUNZII B75 PRO review ›

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