SteelSeries Merc Stealth USB Gaming Keyboard

Name: SteelSeries Merc Stealth USB Gaming Keyboard
Brand: Unbranded
SKU: B00292OW1U

Status: SteelSeries Merc Stealth USB Gaming Keyboard: Unavailable on Amazon as of 2026-10-07 04:31 UTC. SpecPicks has no in-stock listing with matching specs on file; the search below lists current offers. eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.

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Bottom line: The SteelSeries Merc Stealth USB Gaming Keyboard: 34 dedicated gaming terrain keys tilted at 11° for movement-heavy titles; main trade-off: membrane keys lack the tactile snap of mechanical switches.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 34 dedicated gaming terrain keys tilted at 11° for movement-heavy titles
✓ 7-key anti-ghosting handles simultaneous sprint, crouch and jump inputs
✓ Every key reprogrammable through the SteelSeries Z Engine software
✓ Ships with pre-set profiles for more than 150 games
✓ Built-in 2-port USB hub for mouse or headset passthrough

Cons

✗ Membrane keys lack the tactile snap of mechanical switches
✗ Backlight limited to 3 colors (blue, purple, red), not full RGB
✗ Oversized gaming key cluster takes up extra desk space
✗ Legacy model; Z Engine driver support is dated on modern Windows

Manufacturer description

Product DescriptionThe SteelSeries Merc Stealth gaming keyboard features 34 dedicated gaming terrain keys, making it easier and more intuitive than ever to walk, run, jump, crouch and move directionally in games. The gaming terrain keys, tilted at an 11° angle, are ergonomic and comfortable even during long gaming sessions. The keyboard features 3 different illumination colors (blue, red and purple), which can be set to 4 different illumination modes (subtle, ambient, intense and off). SteelSeries Merc Stealth supports simultaneous keystrokes and features a number of hotkeys for multimedia…

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Key Features

SteelSeries Z Engine enables programmability of all keys
3 color illumination options - blue, purple and red
Anti-ghosting capability: Up to 7 simultaneous keystrokes
Rubberized movement keys for enhanced tactile feedback
Pre-defined profiles for more than 150 games
Internal hub with 2 USB port

Full Specifications

Brand	SteelSeries
Color	Black with 3 color illumination options- blue, purple and red
Style	Contemporary
Theme	Gaming
Language	English
Material	Polycarbonate
Style Name	Contemporary
Unit Count	1 Count
Switch Type	Mechanical
Connectivity	USB
Model Number	64049
Power Source	Corded Electric
Built-In Media	Keycap Puller
Number of Keys	104
Button Quantity	34
Keyboard Layout	QWERTY
Mfr Part Number	64049
Special Feature	Ergonomic
Antenna Location	Gaming
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous

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