We usually talk up heavy-duty keyboards with metal chassis that are probably heavy and durable enough to use as an impromptu murder weapon. Not every single key clicker needs that much endurance, though, and heirloom quality and durability don't necessarily come cheap. For those who just want a decent, stylish keyboard for not a lot of scratch, HyperX has the Alloy Core RGB and it's impressive.
The Alloy Core uses membrane-switch keys sitting on a plastic shell. The keyboard's lines are sleek and tidy and the font is subdued enough not to be OTT. Those two characteristics should let the Core blend in on most desks, it sure does mine! HyperX claims: you can spill 120 ml of liquid (4.1 fl oz) on the Core without major concern, too.
There's a full set of media keys, as well as a keyboard-lock shortcut that might come in handy for locking a system without needing to put it to sleep. I myself find this very helpful. The on-board RGB LED lighting is radiant and comes with six presets, and has five zones of customisation to work with using HyperX NGenuity software. According to HyperX, the Core has the typical-for-USB-peripherals 1000-Hz report rate and "multi-key anti-ghosting" for reliable input of frantic key presses. I am quite inclined to agree.
The HyperX Allor Core RGB is rated for 70 million key presses with ultra-light actuation for gamers looking to save them all important split-seconds. To me, the keys are very quiet and rather responsive. The Alloy Core balances both brilliance and budget really well. Crafted with a durable, reinforced plastic frame, to be light weight and portable for even Esport gamers the Alloy Core RGB was constructed for stability and reliability for gamers who want a keyboard that will last. The HyperX Alloy Core RGB has a compact design and a detachable cable making it very easy to transport around. The soft-touch keys have a tactile feel, yet are tuned to be quiet, and they also feature gaming-grade anti-ghosting functionality and key rollover, So Bagging a lot of features for such a affordable price.
Since making my purchase I have not regretted the decision at all. The Alloy Core RGB has a very simple layout with clear markings as to what each button does and in turn making it very easy to familiarise yourself with it's many functions. But what I would like to point out, The keyboard is not overly complicated and not like sitting in a pilots seat and trying to fly a plane for the first time. Arguably, one place where hardcore gamers express their intensive gaming emotions, is their keyboards. You truly need a keyboard that can complement your gaming passion and can withstand the test of time of your hardcore gaming aggression and have the looks to back it up and the HyperX Alloy Core RGB does just that! and that is my we have given this our Silver Award. Congratulations HyperX well deserved.
Just for a little taster I have taken the liberty of showing how well the HyperX Alloy Core looks in my setup. if you would like a review on anything from my setup, please feel free to drop me a message.
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Amazon UK HyperX Alloy Core RGB
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~Martin-Luke