HyperX Alloy Origins 60
Score: 77/100
MageGee MKBox
Score: 77/100Rankings
The Alloy Origins 60 packs a rugged aluminum chassis, smooth HyperX Red switches and vibrant per-key RGB into an ultra-compact 60% form factor, making it ideal for gamers and travelers who value portability. Its lack of wireless connectivity and some stabilizer noise may be drawbacks for users needing full keysets or silent operation.
The MageGee MK-Box is a budget-friendly 68-key 60% mechanical keyboard with a premium metal top plate, detachable cable, and either clicky blue or linear red switches. It offers full N-key rollover and 15 preset LED modes but lacks wireless connectivity and RGB customization.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 969 grams | 800 gramsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
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Lighting(1) | ||
Backlighting | RGB | LED |
Layout & Size(2) | ||
Keyboard Layout | 60% | 60% compact with arrow keys |
Weight (grams) | 969 grams | 800 grams |
Performance(1) | ||
N‑Key Rollover | full | Full |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Case Material | Aluminum | Metal |
Keycap Material | PBT | ABS |
Switches(1) | ||
Switch Type | HyperX Red | Blue Clicky |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Alloy Origins 60 for its solid aluminum build, smooth HyperX Red switches, and vivid RGB lighting, noting premium construction and responsive keys while warning about the learning curve of the 60% layout.
Everyday users repeatedly praise the keyboard's tank-like aluminum chassis, the smooth and quiet Red switches, and the durable double-shot PBT keycaps. Common complaints revolve around a rattling spacebar, the adjustment required for the missing function row and navigation keys, an ABS alternate spacebar, and the lack of wireless connectivity.
Professional reviewers commend the solid metal build, ergonomic adjustable feet, and gasket-mounted design, positioning it as a high-value entry-level mechanical keyboard, while noting the absence of wireless and limited lighting as drawbacks.
Everyday users love the compact size and clicky feedback, but complain about the loud noise, lack of RGB color control, and misleading wireless claims.
“Perfect size for gaming and work”
“Clicky sound is satisfying”
“Too loud for office use”
