When it comes to competitive gaming you want a product that works, you really don't care about looks, lights, or anything like that. It is all about function and helping you be the best gamer you can be. We?ve seen keyboards evolve over the past few years, but the plain jane solid competitive keyboard really has not changed all that much. SteelSeries latest entry into this segment is the Apex M500 which features a very simple design, Cherry MX Red mechanical key switches, and single-color backlighting. This keyboard is all about performance and function. It was designed specifically for the needs of professional gamers. Let's take a look and see what it is all about.