SeekerHyperX Alloy Elite RGB
If you need a light bar on your mechanical gaming keyboard but don’t want or need extra macro keys, the HyperX Alloy Elite RGB is a high-quality option. But competing options feel more polished overall.
-- As reviewed by Tom's Hardware
Product details
- HyperX Pudding Keycaps: Pre-installed translucent ABS pudding keycaps provide more brilliance compared to solid-color keycaps.
- HyperX Mechanical switches: These reliable key switches are a balance of responsiveness and accuracy, with a short travel time and actuation distance. They feature an exposed LED for brighter, more luminous RGB lighting.
- Signature light bar & dynamic RGB lighting effects: The signature HyperX light bar and vibrant lighting effects form a truly dazzling display.
- Dedicated media keys and large volume wheel: Have control at your fingertips with a prominent volume wheel and dedicated keys for media, profiles, and Game Mode.
- Solid steel frame: The solid steel frame provides durability and the sturdy weight of the keyboard helps prevent slippage when the action heats up.
PROS
+ Excellent build quality
+ Light bar colors blend well
+ Standard bottom row allows keycap replacement
CONS
- Aging USB 2.0 passthrough port
- Software UI can be clunky
- Keycaps will show finger grease and shine quickly
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Expert reviews and ratings
By Tom's Hardware on June 20, 2018
If you need a light bar on your mechanical gaming keyboard but don’t want or need extra macro keys, the HyperX Alloy Elite RGB is a high-quality option. But competing options feel more polished overall.
70
By PCMag on June 18, 2018
True Cherry MX switches, per-key RGB lighting, and a slick, Corsair-style volume roller set apart HyperX's Alloy Elite RGB mechanical gaming keyboard. But its software could do with a touch-up.
70
By TechRadar on March 14, 2018
The HyperX Alloy Elite RGB is a gorgeous and great-looking keyboard that lighting enthusiasts will love, but its software could use a little more time in the oven.
80
By PCWorld on August 10, 2018
HyperX’s flagship keyboard has brilliant lighting and our favorite Cherry MX switches, but unwieldy software, a hefty price tag, and an oversized design hold it back.
70
By IGN on February 28, 2018
The HyperX Alloy Elite RGB manages to pack in just about every feature you could want on a mechanical gaming keyboard. The software is a bit of a nightmare and typing takes some getting used to, but the hardware is incredibly well-built and it’s great for gaming. It's expensive though. You can find other equally high-quality mechanical keyboards for less.
81