HyperX Alloy Origins 60
Score: 77/100Royal Kludge X108
Score: 74/100Rankings
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 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 | 969 gramsbest | — |
— | 108best |
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| Attribute | | Royal Kludge X108 |
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Layout & Size(1) | ||
Keyboard Layout | 60% | Full-size |
Performance(1) | ||
N‑Key Rollover | full | 108 |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Case Material | Aluminum | Aluminum alloy |
Switches(1) | ||
Switch Type | HyperX Red | Blue |
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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 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.
“Looks amazing on my desk”
“Clicky and satisfying to type on”
“Love the volume knob”
