RK Royal Kludge RK61
Score: 78/100
HyperX Alloy Origins 60
Score: 77/100Rankings
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 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.
| Attribute | | |
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13 hoursbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 480 gramsbest | 969 grams |
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| Attribute | | |
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Layout & Size(1) | ||
Weight (grams) | 480 grams | 969 grams |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Case Material | ABS | Aluminum |
Keycap Material | ABS | PBT |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connection Type | Wireless | Wired |
Switches(1) | ||
Switch Type | Blue/Brown/Red | HyperX Red |
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 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.
