HyperX Alloy Origins 60 Aqua
Score: 82/100Royal Kludge X108
Score: 74/100Rankings
The HyperX Alloy Origins 60 is a premium 60% mechanical keyboard with an aluminum chassis, high-quality HyperX switches, and vivid per-key RGB lighting, ideal for gamers and typists who value portability and build quality.
The RK ROYAL KLUDGE X108 blends a vintage typewriter look with modern mechanical features. It offers a solid aluminum build, blue clicky switches, and extensive RGB customization, but lacks wireless connectivity and hot-swap capability.
| Attribute | | Royal Kludge X108 |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 780 gramsbest | — |
— | 108best | |
24 monthsbest | — |
Click an attribute name to sort · Green = best, red = worst (relative to this comparison)
| Attribute | | Royal Kludge X108 |
|---|---|---|
Layout & Size(1) | ||
Keyboard Layout | 60% | Full-size |
Performance(1) | ||
N‑Key Rollover | Full | 108 |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Case Material | Aluminum | Aluminum alloy |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connection Type | Wired USB-C | Wired |
Switches(1) | ||
Switch Type | HyperX Red / HyperX Aqua | Blue |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consistently praise the Alloy Origins 60 for its solid aluminum build, smooth HyperX switches, and striking exposed-LED RGB lighting, noting that the compact form factor is perfect for gamers on the go.
Everyday users love the keyboard's sturdy feel, durable PBT keycaps, and vivid lighting, often highlighting how much desk space it saves. Recurring complaints revolve around the rattle in the spacebar stabilizers, the ABS replacement spacebar, and the initial adjustment period required to locate missing keys.
Professional reviewers praise the X108 for its eye-catching steampunk design, solid aluminum build, and the authentic typewriter feel provided by the round keycaps and clicky blue switches. They also highlight the extensive RGB customization and the convenience of VIA/QMK support, noting it offers high-end features at a mid-range price point.
Everyday users love the keyboard's visual impact and the satisfying click of the blue switches, often mentioning the volume knob as a welcome upgrade. Common complaints focus on the cheap-feel wrist rest, lack of wireless connectivity, and occasional firmware quirks after powering on.
“The aluminum body feels incredibly solid-no flex at all.”
“PBT keycaps are thick and don't shine, even after months of use.”
“RGB lighting is bright and customizable; stands out on any desk.”
