Royal Kludge RK96 Wireless Gaming Keyboard Review

Rating: 8.5.

Today we are checking out the Royal Kludge RK96, a 96% mechanical gaming keyboard that offers tri-mode connectivity, a hot-swappable PCB and much more. For around £65 it certainly sounds good on paper, but is there more to the story? We find out today.

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Specifications:

• RX Red, Blue and Brown switches are available
• Connectivity: USB 2.0, Bluetooth 5.0, RF 2.4Ghz
• Size: 96%
• ABS Double Shot Keycaps
• Metal top plate
• Single colour backlight (blue)
• 1000hz Polling rate (Wired and 2.4Ghz) – Bluetooth 125hz
• All keys programmable
• Hot-swappable PCB
• 2 different foam layers to dampen sound
• Windows 10 and 11 support
• Weight: 946g (approx)
• Includes: Magnetic wrist rest, USB wireless dongle, rubber USB C to type A Cable

The Royal Kludge RK96 retails for approximately £65 ($79.99) and is available on Royal Kludge's Website HERE.

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Pros:

• Hot-swappable PCB.
• Quiet linear red switches.
• Available with both red, blue and brown switches.
• Media keys.
• 2 layers of foam to dampen the sound, it’s very quiet.
• Bright vivid backlighting.
• 3 different ways to connect; Bluetooth, 2.4GHz and wired.

Cons:

• Only 1 LED backlight colour.
• Duplicate keys for some reason.
• The volume roller and mute button are very cheap feeling .
• Mute button offers very little tactile feedback.
• The wrist rest is just solid plastic so not overly comfortable.

KitGuru says: This is my first time trying a Royal Kludge keyboard and my first impressions weren't the best, but I soon changed my mind. This keyboard is comfortable, with great feeling stabilisers at an insanely affordable price point (although Royal Kludge seems to be slowly upping the price). I'm a big fan of tri-mode keyboards are you get the flexibility of two wireless modes, or wired if you'd prefer. For this price, the RK96 is hard to ignore. 

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