We've already compared our Glorious Gaming Modular Mechanical Keyboard to two other flagship keyboards. Which means that now, it's time for our Glorious GMMK vs Steelseries Apex m500-1 Comparison test.

This article does NOT talk about the overall benefits of using a mechanical keyboard. On the contrary, it assumes you already know the basics and pros of using mechanical keyboards. For more information on why mechanical keyboards are all the hype nowadays, click here.

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Glorious GMMK vs Steelseries Apex m500-1 Comparison Tables

General information

Mechanical switches and keycaps

• About to order a Glorious GMMK? Then, you'll notice that we let you choose from 6 *different mechanical switches:

*You can experiment with other mechanical switch brands with the Glorious GMMK. For more information on mechanical switches and their importance, click here.

Regarding the keycaps, we use ABS doubleshot plastic ones for maximum contrast lettering and zero legend wear.

• Ordering a SteelSeries Apex M500®? In that case, you only have two alternatives:

As for the keycaps, they are made from ABS plastic.

Price Range

• When purchasing our Glorious GMMK keyboard, the starting price for the customized (full & TKL) version is $59.99 (barebones). Depending on whether you choose mechanical switches and keycaps, the price can go up to $114.97.
• Getting the SteelSeries Apex M500® will cost you $99.99. When ordering, you're required to choose blue or red Cherry MX switches, plus a wrist rest is included.

Some brand-specific features

• Glorious GMMK

- First mechanical keyboard taking modularity to the next level. Featuring hot-swappable switches for Cherry, Gateron, and Kailh branded switches.

- Lets you easily remove and install any MX-based switch without soldering. Simply pop out the switch just like a keycap, and mix/match to test out to your heart's content.

- Standard bottom row for maximum compatibility, i.e. same size for all keycaps at the bottom.

- Minimalist design, very easy to clean.

- RGB LED lights with 18 pre-installed effects and 1 slot for user-defined effect (variable animation speeds and brightness settings).

• SteelSeries Apex M500®

- Comes bundled with a good wrist rest (check out our Glorious wrist rests here).

- Nice minimalist design.

- Strong, attractive blue backlighting.

- Intuitive software that gives you all the control you need.

A few more keyboard comparisons to go!

We still got a couple of comparison articles left. Our aim is to give you all the crucial information you need when choosing your next (or first) mechanical keyboard. Thank you for taking the time to check our Glorious GMMK vs Steelseries Apex m500-1 Comparison test. Expect our next article very soon!