Redragon K556
Score: 75/100
HyperX Alloy Origins 60
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 Redragon K556 offers a solid metal chassis, hot-swappable Outemu switches, and vibrant RGB lighting in a full-size layout, but lacks per-key lighting and portability.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 1,000 grams | 969 gramsbest |
104best | — | |
12 monthsbest | — |
Click an attribute name to sort · Green = best, red = worst (relative to this comparison)
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Lighting(1) | ||
Backlighting | RGB (non-per-key) | RGB |
Layout & Size(2) | ||
Keyboard Layout | Full-size 104 | 60% |
Weight (grams) | 1000 grams | 969 grams |
Performance(1) | ||
N‑Key Rollover | 104 | full |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Keycap Material | ABS | PBT |
Switches(1) | ||
Switch Type | Brown tactile | HyperX Red |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the K556 for its solid metal chassis, hot-swappable switch capability, and generous inclusion of spare switches, noting the lack of per-key RGB and a non-detachable cable as minor drawbacks.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the keyboard's build quality, tactile Brown switches, and vibrant lighting, while common complaints focus on keycap finish imperfections, non-backlit Fn legends, and the heavy, non-portable design.
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.
“best keyboard I've ever owned”
