Redragon K556
Score: 78/100
Logitech G213 Prodigy
Score: 69/100Rankings
The Redragon K556 is a full-size, metal-framed mechanical keyboard that offers hot-swap capability, tactile brown switches, and vibrant RGB lighting with onboard memory. While it delivers solid build quality and customization options, its weight, lack of per-key lighting, and non-detachable cable may deter users seeking portability.
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 | 1,000 gbest | 1,089 g |
— | 5 zonesbest | |
— | 24 monthsbest | |
— | 50 gbest | |
104 keysbest | — | |
— | 1.83 mbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
N-Key Rollover (keys) | NKRO keys | 100 keys |
Lighting(1) | ||
Backlighting Type | RGB | zone |
Switches(1) | ||
Switch Type | Brown | Mech-Dome |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 1000 g | 1089 g |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Cable Type | Braided fiber | USB-A |
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 design, and generous spare-switch bundle, noting that the lack of per-key RGB and a fixed cable are minor trade-offs for its price.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the build quality, tactile brown switches, and vibrant lighting, though they point out imperfections in keycap finish, the heavy weight, and the non-backlit Fn legends.
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.
“best keyboard I've ever owned”
“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.”
