RK ROYAL KLUDGE M75 Mechanical Keyboard, 2.4GHz
RK ROYAL KLUDGE M75 Mechanical Keyboard, 2.4GHz Wireless/Bluetooth/USB-C Wired Gaming Keyboard 75% Layout 81 Keys with OLED Smart Display & Knob, RGB Backlight Hot-Swappable Red Switch, US layou
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| Weight: | 1.26 kg |
| Dimensions: | 32.77 x 13.97 x 4.32 cm; 1.26 Kilograms |
| Brand: | RK ROYAL KLUDGE |
| Model: | RKM75 |
| Batteries Included: | Yes |
| Manufacture: | RK ROYAL KLUDGE |
| Dimensions: | 32.77 x 13.97 x 4.32 cm; 1.26 Kilograms |
I love the trend for small mechanical keyboards – the position you can have the keyboard in without a numpad etc is so much more ergonomic than the full size, and it saves space and materials too. I don’t really miss the lack of a numpad except when playing old roguelikes.
Royal Kludge seem to specialise in these cute little keyboards and I’ve been impressed with the ones I’ve tried so far. This model comes with red switches, which offer a good balance of tactility without being super loud like the clicky blue switches. The actuation point is ideal for gaming and the typing experience is also very nice, making these switches good all-rounders for most users.
The included keycaps have a pleasant sandblasted texture and seem durable. They’re not shine-through, so the lighting is mostly ornamental. It helps a little to see the keys in the dark, but not to the extent I’d like.
Connectivity is very good. You can connect multiple bluetooth devices, via cable, and via the included 2.4ghz receiver, which slots neatly into the back of the keyboard when not in use. The small LED screen in the corner shows the current connection and the battery life for the keyboard.
I should note that this is a US style windows layout, so you won’t see keycaps with pound and euro symbols, and you get a half-height enter key. Personally I don’t mind the layout. If you’re a mac user, though, it’s a little disappointing that they don’t include a CMD keycap to replace the windows key.
My only other gripe with the keyboard is that clicking the volume knob controls the connection, rather than muting. This is a weird design decision and won’t be what most users expect. Changing the connection isn’t a frequent action for most people I’d say, so it could’ve been hidden via a function key or even a switch at the side.
Overall, though, this is a great little keyboard that seems very well made and is highly customisable.
I like the cafe colour scheme, that is right up my alley and the OLED display is quite useful. It does have quite a few feature that you would not have at this price point a year ago, but a year is a long time in the mechanical keyboard space. And that’s the problem, things have moved on. Hotswap, tri-mode, south-facing LED, screen it covers all the bases. Adjustable feet, check. Magnetic dongle holder check. Everything you get in any good keyboard at that price.
It all should add up to a great keyboard, and yet as soon as I started typing on it I hated it. What makes the typing experience is the feel and the sound, on those scores subjectively I completely detest it. I will still give it 4 stars because the typing experience may not be for me but could be perfect for you
This keyboard operates wirelessly with a commendable battery capacity. It offers versatile connectivity options: you can simply use the provided USB dongle for plug-and-play functionality, opt for Bluetooth connection, or utilise the included USB cable. While it serves well for office tasks, it’s worth noting that the layout follows the US standard, not UK.
The customizable backlighting is a standout feature, allowing users to adjust it to any static colour, dim it, or even turn it off completely, providing practicality for various environments. Additionally, the keys are responsive and quiet during use.
Overall, investing in this keyboard proves to be a wise choice for any gaming enthusiast. It offers excellent value for money and enhances the gaming experience. Thank you for taking the time to read my review; I trust it has been helpful to you.
I love the aesthetics of this keyboard, so pretty, also keys are great for gaming, super smooth, however, when using the keyboard wirelessly, its quite often very delayed responses whilst gaming sadly so i often have to plug it in – other than that, epic keyboard!
The M75 with silver switches has turned out better than I thought it would. I did some research on some of the best 75% keyboards around the 100 mark and came across this one from ‘Switch and Clicks’ youtube video. I managed to get it 15 off so spent roughly 85. The silver switches sound super nice matched with the high quality, non shine-through ABS keycaps. It’s a high pitch “clack” but very crispy. I was looking more for a thocky keyboard but was pleasantly surprised when I recevied it and tested the switch and keycaps together. I think I actually prefer how it sounds compared to the thocky keyboards I’ve used in the past. One of the downsides and the main reasons I didn’t rate it 5 stars is the RGB has an automatically set up sleep mode and to my knowledge cannot be turned off. Also, the keys can be a bit difficult to see in a dark or dimly lit room, even with the RGB on full birghtness due to the keycaps not being shine-through. The RGB modes and static colours can all be changed via the keyboard itself, without the need for the software, which is a nice touch. There is no dedicated software to download specifically for the KM75, like for the other keyboards on their website. You can download any of them off their website and it should work fine. When purchasing it I also thought it would be more purple because to me the photos used on Amazon look purple but when it turned up it looked more blue. Nevertheless, I’m very happy with the keyboard and can’t imagine I’ll be getting anything else until this one is unusable.
I would highly recommend this keyboard. The battery life is amazing, keys feel really responsive + I love the sound the keys make!! I use my keyboard daily for around 8-10 hours & have found that I need to charge it once every 6 or so days. Would recommend!
Mechanical keyboard with pre-lubed switches sounding amazing, althought the stablisers could be a little better, for the money it is a great product. Comes in 3 modes which can be easily switched between regarding connectivity and the battery life is nothing to worry abou
Considering the price point, this is an incredible keyboard. It isn’t too heavy (at least compared to the Keychron K8 Pro; the only other mechanical keyboard I have), and I find typing much quieter as well (please note, I use Gateron brown switches on letters and numbers, and I have kept the silver switches on all other keys). I’m not a fan of linear switches generally, but I find the silver switches are almost in between linear reds and tactile browns, and I’m a big fan of them! The keyboard itself is perfect, in my opinion. The only thing I would like is if the software window was resizable, as I find it very difficult to read, but it honestly isn’t a major issue and shouldn’t put anyone off buying the keyboard.
I love this keyboard. It’s so retro feeling. The quality is fantastic with is different height settings and space to keep the usb.
The background colours are very cool and fun and it’s so easy to use. Love i
The keyboard came to me in a smushed and broken box. I don’t know how they managed to do that but they did. Besides that the keyboard works just fine.
The item arrived really quick!! I’m in love with the keycaps color and their clacky sound (red switch)!! The keyboard in itself is kinda heavy compared to normal keyboards tho. I really like that it has a lot of light display options for the RGB backlights.