HyperX‘s family of mechanical gaming keyboard has new addition Alloy FPS RGB, the first Alloy FPS keyboard to come equipped with Kailh Silver Speed switches.
The new HyperX Alloy FPS RGB is a full-size (104 or 105 keys) mechanical gaming keyboard packed into a compact, steel alloy body with a huge emphasis on portability.T he keyboard comes with customizable RGB lighting per-key, offering up to five levels of brightness. Other gaming-oriented features include a Game Mode function to disable the Windows key during gaming sessions, 100 percent anti-ghosting, full N-Key rollover, macro support, a detechable braided cable and a dedicated USB port for charging smartphones. The keyboard also has enough onboard memory to store up to three profiles.
Kailh Silver Speed Switches
The HyperX Alloy FPS RGB’s uses the Kailh Silver Speed mechanical switches from Chinese switch maker Kaihua Electronics. the switches are akin to Cherry MX Speed Silver switches. The Kailh Silver Speed switches are built with a short travel distance and light actuation force. They have a total travel of 3.5mm. The Kailh Silver Speed switches beat the Cherry MX Speed Silver switches in actuation force and lifespan per the manufactor. The Kailh switches only require 40 grams of force to actuate, while Cherry counterparts require a little over 45 grams of force. Plus, the Kailh Silver Speed Switches are rated for 70 million key presses, while the Cherry MX Speed Silver switches are good for 50 million strokes.
Pricing
The HyperX Alloy FPS RGB is now available in the U.S. and Canada through a vast number of retailers for $109.99 MSRP. HyperX backs the Alloy FPS RGB with a two-year warranty.
HyperX Alloy FPS RGB Specifications
| Keyboard Type | Mechanical |
| Key Switches | Kailj Silver Speed Linear 40cN actuation force |
| Backlight | RGB |
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Light Effects
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Per key RGB lighting Five brightness levels |
| Onboard Memory | Three profiles |
| Connection Type | USB 2.0 (two USB connectors) |
| USB 2.0 Pass-Through | Yes (mobile phone charging only) |
| Polling Rate | 1,000Hz |
| Anti-Ghosting | 100 percent |
| Key Rollover | N-key mode |
| Media Control | Yes |
| Game Mode | Yes |
| OS Compatibility | Windows 10, 8.1, 8 and 7 |
| Cable | 1.8m Detachable, braided |
| Dimensions | 442.3 x 129.8 x 35.6mm |
| Weight (Keyboard and Cable) | 1,100g |
