Redragon K556
Score: 75/100Royal Kludge X108
Score: 74/100Rankings
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.
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 | 1,000 gramsbest | — |
104 | 108best | |
12 monthsbest | — |
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| Attribute | | Royal Kludge X108 |
|---|---|---|
Lighting(1) | ||
Backlighting | RGB (non-per-key) | RGB |
Layout & Size(1) | ||
Keyboard Layout | Full-size 104 | Full-size |
Performance(1) | ||
N‑Key Rollover | 104 | 108 |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Case Material | Aluminum | Aluminum alloy |
Switches(2) | ||
Switch Type | Brown tactile | Blue |
Hot‑Swappable | true | false |
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 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.
“best keyboard I've ever owned”
“Looks amazing on my desk”
“Clicky and satisfying to type on”
