Logitech G213 Prodigy
Score: 69/100
HyperX Alloy Origins 60 Aqua
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Alloy Origins 60 is a premium 60% keyboard with an aluminum top plate, per-key RGB and detachable USB-C cable. It offers solid build quality and smooth switches, though the compact layout introduces a learning curve and some hardware quirks.
The Logitech G213 Prodigy is a full-size wired keyboard that combines hybrid Mech-Dome switches with 5-zone LIGHTSYNC RGB, an integrated palm rest and spill-resistance. It offers solid ergonomics and vibrant lighting at a budget price, but falls short on mechanical feel and per-key customization.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
100 keysbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,089 g | 780 gbest |
5 zonesbest | — | |
24 monthsbest | 24 monthsbest | |
50 gbest | 45 g | |
— | 61 keysbest | |
1.83 mbest | 1.8 m |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
N-Key Rollover (keys) | 100 keys | Full keys |
Lighting(1) | ||
Backlighting Type | zone | Per-key |
Switches(2) | ||
Switch Type | Mech-Dome | HyperX Red |
Actuation Force (g) | 50 g | 45 g |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Form Factor | Full-size | 60% |
Weight (g) | 1089 g | 780 g |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Cable Type | USB-A | USB-C |
Cable Length (m) | 1.83 m | 1.8 m |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the G213 for its solid, responsive performance, comfortable ergonomics, and LIGHTSYNC RGB integration, but criticize its plastic flex, lack of per-key lighting, and hybrid switches.
Everyday users appreciate the quiet, comfortable typing experience, vibrant RGB lighting, integrated palm rest, and spill-resistant design, while noting the hybrid switch feel, limited per-key lighting, and occasional software inconsistencies.
“She likes the G213 nuff said... unlike her ancient G213 this one by default powers up with a steady blue backlight rather than a color strobe.”
“The aluminum body feels incredibly solid-no flex at all.”
“PBT keycaps are thick and don't shine, even after months of use.”
Reviewers consistently praise the solid aluminum build, smooth HyperX switches and striking exposed-LED RGB, while noting the learning curve of the 60% layout and the ABS spare spacebar as minor drawbacks.
Users love the sturdy feel, durable PBT caps and vivid lighting, but complain about spacebar stabilizer rattle and the ABS replacement spacebar.
