Most large game peripherals have already introduced 60 percent mechanical keyboards, which are more compact than full-size versions and have become trendy in recent years for aesthetic and size reasons. But at CES 2021, HyperX finally follows its first compact model called the Alloy Origins 60. Here are fewer keys than one of its options, but not necessarily fewer features; most of the available keys have secondary functions that can be activated by holding down the function key.
This is not the first time that a 60 percent keyboard is wearing HyperX’s name. The company partnered with enthusiast brand Ducky on a limited release of One 2 Mini from the company, and provided it with some HyperX brands and its own Red mechanical mechanical switches. Similarly, the Alloy Origins 60 has the same switches, with a USB-C port to connect it to your computer. It can store up to three profiles with its memory on board, which you can switch on the keyboard itself or through HyperX’s Windows 10 app. The app also enables some extra features, such as adjusting the LED lighting and setting your own macro commands for the keys.
HyperX says that the included keys are PBT double shot, which means that they are much more resistant to glare and that the letters disappear after much use. This model will be released on February 22 in the US for $ 99.99. In terms of availability, HyperX also announced at CES 2021 that its wired Puisefire Haste wired mouse, Cloud II Wireless gaming headset and the Cloud Revolver 7.1 wired gaming headset are available worldwide.