RK Royal Kludge RK61
Score: 78/100
HyperX Alloy Origins
Score: 76/100Rankings
The RK61 is a budget-friendly 60% mechanical keyboard offering triple-mode wireless connectivity, hot-swappable switches, and RGB lighting. Its lightweight ABS chassis and integrated wrist rest make it portable, though build quality and software stability are noted drawbacks.
The Alloy Origins delivers a premium aluminum build, smooth linear switches and vivid per-key RGB lighting, making it a solid choice for gamers and typists who value durability. Its lack of wireless connectivity and Windows-only software limit cross-platform flexibility, and the weight can be a drawback for frequent travelers.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
13 hoursbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 480 gramsbest | 1,075.5 grams |
5best | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Layout & Size(1) | ||
Weight (grams) | 480 grams | 1075.5 grams |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Case Material | ABS | Aluminum |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connection Type | Wireless | Wired |
Switches(1) | ||
Switch Type | Blue/Brown/Red | HyperX Red |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows/macOS/Linux/Android/iOS | Windows |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the RK61 for delivering a strong value proposition with hot-swap switches, RGB lighting and triple-mode wireless, while criticizing the cheap ABS build and occasional firmware instability.
Everyday users love the small size, vibrant RGB and the convenience of pairing with multiple devices, but complain about noisy stabilizers, Bluetooth reliability issues, and software crashes.
“Love it, been using it every day!”
“Awesome keyboard”
Professional reviewers highlight the Alloy Origins' premium aluminum build, bright exposed-LED RGB, and the powerful Windows-only NGENUITY software, while noting the absence of wireless connectivity and limited software distribution.
Everyday users consistently praise the keyboard's smooth Aqua switches, vivid per-key RGB and solid aluminum construction, but complain about spring ping, ABS keycaps on some models, and the inconvenience of downloading NGENUITY from the Microsoft Store.
