HK GAMING GK61 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard 60 Percent | 61 RGB Rainbow LED Backlit Programmable Keys | USB Wired | For Mac and Windows PC | Hotswap Gateron Optical Clear Switches | Black
Gateron Optical Switches – The fastest Switches for gaming!
Optical switches are much more durable than conventional mechanical keyboard switches and are rated for 100 million keystrokes.
They have a high actuation point of 1.5mm for fast response. Light Strike optical switches utilize a horizontal infrared beam which is transmitted across the width of the inner keyswitch.
The infrared beam is normally blocked from reaching a sensor across from it by the stem. Once a switch is pressed, the switch stem no longer blocks the infrared beam and the beam is detected by the sensor, which activates the switch.
Due to the optical mechanism, an optical switch has an extremely fast response time of 0.2ms, which means faster reactions in those times where timing is critical, such as when gaming.
Gateron Optical Switches
Gateron Mechanical Switches
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switch Type | Linear | Clicky | Tactile | Linear | Linear | Linear |
| Total Travel | 4.0 mm | 4.0 mm | 4.0 mm | 4.0 mm | 3.2 mm | 3.2 mm |
| Pre Travel | 2.0 mm (± 0.6 mm) | 2.0 mm (± 0.6 mm) | 2.0 mm (± 0.6 mm) | 2.0 mm (± 0.6 mm) | 1.0 mm (± 0.6 mm) | 1.0 mm (± 0.6 mm) |
| Operating Force | 60 cN (±15 cN) | 55 cN (±15 cN) | 55 cN (±15 cN) | 45 cN (±15 cN) | 35 cN (±15 cN) | 45 cN (±15 cN) |
| Audible Click | No | ✓ | No | No | No | No |
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|---|---|---|
Hot Swappable Gateron Optical SwitchesGateron Optical Switches can be hotswapped at wish and replaced by other switches. Hot swap keyboard do not recquire you to solder / desolder switches. (Hot Swappable with Optical switches only) | Dust and Spill ResistanceThe keyboard’s PCB is spill and dust resistant protecting the Keyboard from accidental spills while gaming. | RGB LightingThe GK61 comes equipped with multiple different lighting modes and features that do not require additional software. 16.8 million RGB color options available through the software. Compatible with Windows PC and Mac. |
| Weight: | 536 g |
| Dimensions: | 29.2 x 10.2 x 4 cm; 536 Grams |
| Brand: | HK Gaming |
| Model: | GK61 |
| Colour: | Black |
| Batteries Included: | No |
| Manufacture: | Hong Kong Keyboards |
| Colour: | Black |
I bought this keyboard for the purpose of modding it, replacing the switches and keycaps etc. I ordered the silent brown switches even though I was going to replace them with jelly blacks. The silent browns had a good tactility however were very scratchy and not my personal liking. However, the quality and build of the board and PCB itself is excellent and was perfect for my needs since I was replacing the switches anyway. I paid 60 on offer for this keyboard and for that price it was 100% worth it. The RGB LEDs are bright and the software is ok but if you’re looking for a keyboard to mod this is the one for you!
This is my first %60 keyboard I like it i already started changing key caps and things I got the rest the set just wanted to use played some valorant and its great sounds great too won’t find a better one for $70
The keyboard is the best I’ve ever used the keys feel great and the keyboard fits any setup I do wish the software had more options but noticing time can’t fix
This keyboard is just amazing I am using it for about 6 months now and it’s great everything works perfectly I have no complaints with it what so eve
This keyboard is alright, I guess a semi alternative version of the huntsman mini if you want something close to being as responsive as it, it didn’t live up to the standards I got put in my head after hearing reviews on responsiveness. Also, The Cheap keycaps hitting the plastic board is flat out annoying, but eh it is what it is and just like with all keyboards you can lube the switches and sound dampen it for better sound after all of that it is so bad after all. I just wouldn’t recommend maining this keyboard when there’s way for potential out there
I brought for my daughter, she says it’s very responsive and has a quality build.
I brought for my daughter, she says it’s very responsive and has a quality build.
Affordable price, everything as described, trouble-free installation. Everything’s all righ
Affordable price, everything as described, trouble-free installation. Everything’s all righ
Ive had this keyboard for over a year now and nothing has gone wrong its relieable and feels great, my only problem are the screws be careful they strip easy.
Ive had this keyboard for over a year now and nothing has gone wrong its relieable and feels great, my only problem are the screws be careful they strip easy.
This Keyboard Is Very Good Gor The Price It Is Okay And It Is Good At Typing And Gaming, The Switches Feel Good And Smooth, This Keyboard Is Not Height Adjustable But Angle They Give Is Good And Isn’t Annoying But This Could Be Different To Other People. My Biggest Problem Is That The RGB Software Is Terrible And Not Good At All It Is Very Basic And For The Price You Are Paying This Is Something Basic You Would Expect So Do Not Buy This. Instead Buy A GK61 From The Brand Epomaker Skyloong As It Is The Same Keyboard But With Good RGB Software And Quite Literally The Same Keyboard As This One But Just With Different Switches (Maybe)
And Better RGB Software And That Keyboard Can Be Found On Their Website Or Amazon. This Keyboard Would Have Been Better If It Had Better RGB Software Or If It Had A Lower Price.
Check the video I submitted as I show how the program works and my favourite settings. Absolutely nothing I’d change about it. High quality with a nice click, perfect colour and simply to use. I got the UK one but it also comes in DE and US.
To get the software on Windows search “www.hk-gaming.com” and the second website titled “download” from there select in the GK61 column, “S/N Starting with: GK61US” (you can change it to UK by doing what I show in the video, changing what different keys mean). Click “download (v1.1_0113)” and name it + put it in your files. Once downloaded open the file and it will bring you to Microsoft store where you press “install anyway” It will ask you for your pin, it’s completely safe don’t worry. Type in your pin and once it loads it will ask you for your preferred language. And in this order press “next, choose where the file goes, next, name the file, next, install, finish” open the program and from there I show you in the video.
Hope this helps! Byeeee
I bought a blue and a red keyboard (both silent brown), and this is the first time I’ve not had to sacrifice quality for out-of-the-box design. I also like the range of backlight color, because I like to lower the intensity but still have them. I also like the smooth keycaps because they don’t suck up crud as much. I prefer keyboards without any “tray” for crud to build up in, which this does have–although I like that the switches are raised a bit so the crud doesn’t get into them. Still requires popping all the keys off to get into the corners. I’d prefer the arrow keys weren’t hidden behind the FN key, and if there was a 68 key version with dedicated arrow, del, home, and pg up/down, I’d be in heaven. I didn’t mess with the included software and just used an opensource program to change some keys I didn’t like. One of the best buys I’ve made in a while when it comes to computers. I rarely leave reviews, but these are solid and perfectly priced.
Love the keyboard and the software it really nice it doesn’t move while gaming also has really good click response excellent for the price you pay But the box doesn’t give you the software name to download it so you have to find it yourself it already comes with a keycap puller and a switch puller the switches I got where mechanical blue switches and the hey caps fell good but can be better I love this keyboard over all I’ll give it a 9/10
Great to the touch right size for gaming Great value
Great to the touch right size for gaming Great value
hello everyone I just want to let you know how amazing this keyboard it came so fast and beautiful and the sound is
sooo good because I am a clicky switch man and I took the blue optical switches and ohh man this is sound the best I cannot tell you how amazing this feeling and the RGB light are very shiny and I like it and I’m so exited so if anyone don’t know if to buy this or no you should have no question this keyboard is so cheap and good!
Great product, my son is very particular and he is very happy with i
Great product, my son is very particular and he is very happy with i
something very important to know is you need to press FN to use the arrow keys and to press any of the f numbered keys
Bought for my son to replace his disastrous first choice and this one has stood up well to many hours of gaming. Very pleased.
Recently been looking for a keyboard with yellow switches and am very impressed by this build. For the price you really can’t go wrong. Great RGB, switches and keys work (hopefully for a long time), and overall came as advertised. I’m sure there are better keyboards out there for keyboard fanatics, but if you’re on a budget this is the one for you!
This keyboard is a great option for anyone looking to get a mechanical keyboard, it is a great option for its price tag. It is also a 60% board which is great because it takes up less desk space while it still has the crucial arrow keys.
This keyboard is a great option for anyone looking to get a mechanical keyboard, it is a great option for its price tag. It is also a 60% board which is great because it takes up less desk space while it still has the crucial arrow keys.
spacebar is the best bit. The thoccy sound does not make me regret buying this at all.
I got GOB switches with this keyboard and I love it! it’s perfect for gaming on my ps4, until I get a pc!
Es muy bueno la verdad recomendado de 10, me ha mostrado que es de muy buena calidad, y pues los colores y todo son grandiosos, el tamao igual es bueno, lo nico que me afect pero no creo que sea malo es que una vez jugando fortnite, como que haca intervencin osea olyna tecla estaba presionada, pero creo que pudo haber sido polvo ya que despus de una limpiada todo se solucio
his is a great affordable hot swap keyboard for anyone trying to get into the stressful, depraved, and wonderful world of customizable mechanical keyboards. when i first got this keyboard the stock switch and keycaps sounded not so great (gateron mech blacks), but after 6 back breaking soul crushing hours i finally got all 61 switches lubed and back into the pcb with new pbt keycaps. i would also recommend modding the stabs on this board because the stock sound is super rattly. all in all though this is a great board and it shipped really fast, 10/10 would recommend.
I was so excited after seeing that you could get this keyboard in alternate colors other than black and on top of that you can specify the types of key switches you want loaded in! Pink was my keyboard color choice and I opted for the Brown silent switches as I love the look of the keyboard and I didn’t want to be able to hear it through my headset during use. It worked out perfectly. Completely driverless, plug and play, RGB controls, Volume controls, storable profiles for different RGB settings, all on this tiny keyboard with the help of a simple “Fn” key (which will become your best friend if you use arrow keys or the F1-F12 keys often) That becomes easy and not too awkward to use quickly/mindlessly. Aesthetics are amazing, petite size, solid build quality (it seriously feels like I could drive a nail through my wall with this thing), bright RGB’s with dozens of settings/effects, and hot-swappable if you like to tinker and customize your switches/key caps! All bought, customized and delivered in under 24 hours! Props to the manufacturer and my delivery driver<3
Fantastic value and quality. Would have got five stars except it has two F2 keys and no F1 key, as shown in the pic. Lol
It’s amazing. Easy to use, not much noisy, the keys are soft.
Easy to clean when it’s dusty.
Highly recommend.
It’s amazing. Easy to use, not much noisy, the keys are soft.
Easy to clean when it’s dusty.
Highly recommend.
Seems to be standing up to the point of the children, good gaming keyboard
perfect size for gaming, lots of features for rbg customization to suit your preferences. the keys are clicky but not too loud and feels really satisfying to use. perfect for gaming. can’t get any better for the price
perfect size for gaming, lots of features for rbg customization to suit your preferences. the keys are clicky but not too loud and feels really satisfying to use. perfect for gaming. can’t get any better for the price
perfect size for gaming, lots of features for rbg customization to suit your preferences. the keys are clicky but not too loud and feels really satisfying to use. perfect for gaming. can’t get any better for the price
HOWEVER, one word of warning – it’s a US layout. No sign key and the @ symbol is Shift+2, not Shift+’. Honestly though, for me this isn’t that much of a big deal. It actually still inputs as a sign even when I press Shift+3, and I’m kind of used to the swapped @ placement due to using Macs throughout my life. There is no # key anywhere so that may be an issue for some. I also had to play around in the HK gaming keyboard software to get the Up arrow to only input as / so that I could still type a question mark. Not a huge deal though and I just swapped Up to Right Shift in the software – it’s next to it anyway
As my first mechanical keyboard I am genuinely over the moon with it – the quality is great. There’s a tiny bit of metal ringing sound when you type (especially using the spacebar) but I don’t mind this. The RGB lighting is nice and has a good amount of different settings/colours to choose from. I would honestly rate 5 stars if I had actually received a UK layout, but consider my rating a 4.5.
Es un buen teclado relacin calidad precio, todo bien en general, es un buen teclado y cumple con todas las funciones de un teclado normal.
Las nicas contras por decirlo de alguna manera es que
1 aunque no tengan un sonido clicky las keycaps hacen mucho ruido al momento de pulsar la tecla
2 Al pasar de un tiempo los recorridos se sienten un poco arenosos haciendo que al momento de usar, ms que nada de jugar resulta un poco incomodo pero nada para decirle no a este teclado.
Really good for a budget keyboard. I love clicky switches and it’s just so satisfying.
I use this for gaming every day, I adore it. I’ve bought four other 60% keyboards around the same price range and they’ve got this weird thing where all of the punctuation is quadrupled up on strange keys.. this one does NOT have that problem and I’m so thankful! I got blue switches and they sound phenomenal. The rgb on this is beautiful and the settings are super easy to change so I never forget how to do it. This is absolutely my new daily driver keyboard – I’m super happy with it.
I got the gk61 with black switches, which aren’t suppose to feel clicky, and I really like them. Only thing I really don’t like is the stabs, which aren’t the best, but aren’t the worst either. Other than that the build quality is nice, and if you want to be able to use other switches than optical, make sure to get the mechanical switches, not the optical.
I got the yellow mechanical switches and I love them! Overall this keyboard is very good for the price. Only downside is that the space bar has a very bad rattle and sound, need to mod to fix.
I got the yellow mechanical switches and I love them! Overall this keyboard is very good for the price. Only downside is that the space bar has a very bad rattle and sound, need to mod to fix.
This keyboard is amazing, I love the sound of the keyboard have, and it’s a pretty fast. I used to gaming, and this keyboard pretty good for gaming.
This keyboard is amazing, I love the sound of the keyboard have, and it’s a pretty fast. I used to gaming, and this keyboard pretty good for gaming.
This keyboard is amazing, I love the sound of the keyboard have, and it’s a pretty fast. I used to gaming, and this keyboard pretty good for gaming.
This keyboard is amazing, I love the sound of the keyboard have, and it’s a pretty fast. I used to gaming, and this keyboard pretty good for gaming.
Perfect in every way, takes a little getting used to but it’s a perfect gaming keyboard for anyone looking for a good budget mechanical keyboard this is the 1.
Perfect in every way, takes a little getting used to but it’s a perfect gaming keyboard for anyone looking for a good budget mechanical keyboard this is the 1.
Besides the software for RGB being a little hit and miss, it’s a really good keyboard and highly recommend! I got the yellow switches and believe me you really feel the difference!
Top Quality!
Just been a day since I’ve been using it, but its an amazing product! Response time for a click is very high and the RGB lights work flawlessly. Would recommend the red one for anyone interested in gaming!
Just been a day since I’ve been using it, but its an amazing product! Response time for a click is very high and the RGB lights work flawlessly. Would recommend the red one for anyone interested in gaming!
This keyboard is a really good option for a budget 60%. The optical gateron switches feel great (I got blacks) and the stabs are alright but the spacebar rattles a bit. It has plenty of good preset lighting modes and the rgb is really bright. You can also download a lighting software but I ended up not using it as the presets were better. I also customized it with custom keycaps (last pictures) and I plan to foam mod it and lube the switches.
I have had this keyboard for about 5 months and it still works perfectly with no problems at all. I would really recommend this to anyone.
Bought for my son which he loves. He says it’s an excellent gaming Keyboard
Bought for my son which he loves. He says it’s an excellent gaming Keyboard
1) Responsive. 2) Deskspace. 3) Customizable
I bought the Malibu version of the GK61 with the yellow gateron switches and they are super responsive to touch. It seems like you can blow on the keys and they could type lol. The very responsive yellows could be a turn off to people who don’t like sensitive keys but I also have the blue switches so they are a great option as well. The yellow switches definitely give me an advantage for fast response games like COD and Fortnite.
As an artist and a student I need a lot of space on my desk and full sized keyboards took a lot of that space. With the Gk 61 I free up so much space and I can store it in a little drawer. If you’re looking for a 60% keyboard to free up your desk space and provide a great gaming experience this is the keyboard for you.
In these picture I show how the Gk 61 can be customized. Very cheap to customize along with an already budget friendly keyboard means that you have more bang for your buck!
This keyboard is brilliant for the price and the red switches sound really nice. The keys stabilizers are also really good its just the spacebar that needs a little improvement otherwise the keyboard is great.
This keyboard is brilliant for the price and the red switches sound really nice. The keys stabilizers are also really good its just the spacebar that needs a little improvement otherwise the keyboard is great.
Used it for 2 months and then spilled a drink on it. It never worked agai
Used it for 2 months and then spilled a drink on it. It never worked agai
They keyboard itself is spectacular! Works great, looks good. However, I just got this keyboard yesterday afternoon and as I was using it today I noticed how dirty the keycaps were, and I can garuntee the marks are not from my use as ive only used it a couple hours since receiving the keyboard. Not sure if any other buyers have had this issue, its easily fixable with a good cleaning of the keycaps. Just letting future buyers be aware of this issue.
My son loves this small keyboard.. Plays various games on his gaming pc.. And says the keys respond well
My son loves this small keyboard.. Plays various games on his gaming pc.. And says the keys respond well
My son loves this small keyboard.. Plays various games on his gaming pc.. And says the keys respond well
This keyboard is awesome. I just got the Malibu colored variant with red switches. The software is ok. It works. Just a reminder about how small this is. Like laptop keyboard small. Which I love and actually wasn’t expecting. Very sturdy build to. I’m getting the matching mouse later today. The space saving alone makes this worth the money. I’m going to get ppt keys next. I feel very satisfied with this purchase.
Very good product, sounds very clean, wish it was a bit more customisable with the rgb
Product is great. I bought mine for $79.49 including free shipping and tax. Quality feels great, although there is the rattling on the space bar. Its mainly plastic as well as the keycaps, and the structure itself. One thing I’m disappointed about is the black screw piece that’s under the keycaps which is some what visible. Its got multiple great bright lighting features, etc. Overall, this keyboard is worth the price.
Very high quality keyboard for the price. I got mine with the gateron reds and the feeling is amazing. The size of they keyboard gets some getting used to. Mainly missing the arrow keys but makes up for the quality and feel and the space it frees up. Only downside now it’s a US layout but I’m sure I gat get some keys for a UK keyboard somewhere
Lovely keyboard though!
To be honest i don’t know what I expected but when I received it my first thought was “I thought it’d be bigger”. I didn’t see any mention of the size (it’s 29cm by 10 cm btw). Still a very pretty keyboard, bought it cuz it was the first LED gaming keyboard I’ve seen in purple.
Amazing keyboard especially in white with black switches, would recommend for and entry level 60% mechanical keyboard.
Amazing keyboard especially in white with black switches, would recommend for and entry level 60% mechanical keyboard.
Product is amazing but unfortunately one of the key is broken not properly function. It’s would be great if the key was not broken and function properly.
Product is amazing but unfortunately one of the key is broken not properly function. It’s would be great if the key was not broken and function properly.
Product is amazing but unfortunately one of the key is broken not properly function. It’s would be great if the key was not broken and function properly.
Product is amazing but unfortunately one of the key is broken not properly function. It’s would be great if the key was not broken and function properly.
Very solid keyboard, software takes a getting used to but every easy when understood. RGB looks great. Satisfied
Very solid keyboard, software takes a getting used to but every easy when understood. RGB looks great. Satisfied
Very solid keyboard, software takes a getting used to but every easy when understood. RGB looks great. Satisfied
Very solid keyboard, software takes a getting used to but every easy when understood. RGB looks great. Satisfied
Very solid keyboard, software takes a getting used to but every easy when understood. RGB looks great. Satisfied
This product is AMAZING. It has great rgb and the quality is very sturdy.
i use it for fortnite, call of duty and csgo and its perfec
This product is AMAZING. It has great rgb and the quality is very sturdy.
i use it for fortnite, call of duty and csgo and its perfec
This product is AMAZING. It has great rgb and the quality is very sturdy.
i use it for fortnite, call of duty and csgo and its perfec
its great keyboard everything is good except the space bar rattles a lot overall very good keyboard for the price.
its great keyboard everything is good except the space bar rattles a lot overall very good keyboard for the price.
its great keyboard everything is good except the space bar rattles a lot overall very good keyboard for the price.
Seems like a nice keyboard and a great compact size. However I purchased for word processing at work. Very clicky which is OK but so loud that it’s almost distracting to me. Also I cannot figure out how to modify the arrow keys (combined with Alt, Ctrl, etc.) so you don’t have to push Fn to use them. So didn’t meet my personal needs. Returning.