HyperX Alloy Origins Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

HyperX’s $110 Alloy Origins is a well-designed, colorful and compact mechanical keyboard that’s good for those who want a quality product but also want to skip the fuss and just get down to gaming.

-- As reviewed by Tom's Hardware
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Product details

  • HyperX Mechanical Switches rated for 80 million keystrokes
  • Full aircraft-grade aluminum body
  • Ultra-compact, portable design with detachable cable
  • Dazzling RGB lighting with dynamic effects
  • Advanced customization with HyperX Ngenuity software

PROS

+ Attractive, compact design
+ Excellent RGB lighting
+ Three-level rear height adjustment

CONS

- No dedicated media controls or macro keys
- Shorter 1.8mm switch actuation (versus 2mm) feels like a gimmick
- NGenuity software could be more intuitive
- No USB pass-through ports
- A little expensive

Expert reviews and ratings

By Tom's Hardware on October 05, 2020
HyperX’s $110 Alloy Origins is a well-designed, colorful and compact mechanical keyboard that’s good for those who want a quality product but also want to skip the fuss and just get down to gaming.
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