Royal Kludge RK61
Score: 80/100
Redragon K617 Fizz
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Redragon K617 Fizz delivers a compelling budget package with hot-swap linear switches, full RGB, and high-speed polling in a compact 60% form factor, though it lacks dedicated media controls and macOS software.
The RK ROYAL KLUDGE RK61 is a budget-friendly 60% mechanical keyboard with hot-swappable switches, RGB lighting, and both wired and wireless connectivity, aimed at portable and customizable setups.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
61 keysbest | — | |
1,000 Hzbest | 1,000 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 560 gbest | 590 g |
— | 12 monthsbest | |
40 gbest | — | |
61 keysbest | 61 keysbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
N-Key Rollover (keys) | 61 keys | Full keys |
Switches(1) | ||
Switch Type | Multiple | Red |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 560 g | 590 g |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Connectivity Type | Wired USB-C | Wired |
Cable Type | Detachable USB-C | USB-C |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the RK61 for delivering strong performance and a premium feel at a low price point, highlighting its clean aesthetic, responsive switches, and the thoughtful inclusion of extra switches.
Everyday users consistently commend the keyboard's value, portability, and RGB aesthetics, often rating it 4-5 stars for budget builds. Common praise centers on the hot-swap capability and smooth typing, while recurring complaints involve loose stabilizers, lack of tilt legs, and modest wireless battery life.
Professional reviewers praise the K617 Fizz as a standout budget mechanical keyboard, highlighting its exceptional value, hot-swap capability, stylish dual-tone aesthetics, and comprehensive software customization, while noting the overuse of the pink color variant.
Everyday users overwhelmingly rate the K617 Fizz highly, lauding its responsiveness, affordability, easy setup, and attractive design, with common complaints about the compact size, missing navigation keys, and lack of macOS software support.
“10/10 recommend”
“isn't gorilla-proof”
“Perfect for FPS games - responsive and quiet.”
Choose the K617 for the best budget value and hot-swap; choose RK61 if wireless connectivity is essential.
