Redragon K556 RGB
Score: 80/100
HyperX Alloy Origins 60
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Redragon K556 is a full-size wired keyboard with tactile brown switches, brushed aluminum chassis, and per-key RGB customization. Its heavy weight and non-standard chiclet keycaps limit portability and modding. Perfect for users wanting a durable, feature-rich mechanical keyboard with premium build.
The HyperX Alloy Origins 60 is a compact 60% mechanical keyboard with an aluminum chassis and per-key RGB lighting. Its main trade-off is the lack of wireless connectivity and a reduced key set. Ideal for gamers who prioritize portability and premium build.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
104 keysbest | 61 keys | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,000 g | 780 gbest |
— | 45 gbest | |
1 years | 2 yearsbest | |
4 levels | 5 levelsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 2 years |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connection Type | Wired USB | Wired USB-C |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Switch Type | Brown | Aqua Tactile |
Key Count (keys) | 104 keys | 61 keys |
Weight (g) | 1000 g | 780 g |
Dimensions (W×H×L) (mm) | 124x40x435 mm mm | 106.68×38.1×297.18 mm |
Lighting(1) | ||
Backlight Brightness Levels (levels) | 4 levels | 5 levels |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consider the K556 a surprisingly solid and affordable mechanical gaming keyboard, lauding its metal construction, tactile brown switches, and robust RGB lighting while noting the limitations of its custom keycaps and lack of wireless connectivity.
Everyday users love the keyboard's tank-like aluminum build, responsive brown switches, and per-key RGB customization, but they frequently mention the restrictive chiclet keycaps, occasional "ding" noise, heavy weight, and the need for software to unlock full lighting features.
“built like a tank”
“surprisingly solid, very affordable mechanical gaming keyboard”
