Customers frequently mention the customizable RGB backlighting and the pleasant key feel as significant positives. The keyboard's quality and the responsive Gateron Red switches also receive considerable praise, with many users finding them comparable to higher-end options. Positive feedback highlights the keyboard's suitability for both gaming and typing. While some users appreciate the optional software, its presence or absence doesn't appear to be a major factor in overall satisfaction.
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Pros mentioned:
Key feel, Rgb backlighting, Switches
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Keyboard!
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I love mechanical keyboards and needed a new keyboard so I checked this one since I was on a limited budget. This one is fantastic. The keys feel great, the RGB lights are vibrant and very customizable. The switches aren't Cherry MX switches, but they feel just as good. The red switches are my favorite because the feel of others providing resistance just annoys me and this feels exactly what I've felt on other Cherry MX Red switches.
My only real problems with the keyboard are pretty minor: 1 the Num/Caps/Scroll Lock indicators can be hard to see past the keys at the top of the number pad at least at the angle I use it. 2. It has media keys behind the cooler master function key (fine on its own) but I don't like the way the buttons are organized on the Insert/Home/PgUp/Del/End/PgDown keys. 3. The software for customizing it (buttons and LEDs) is a bit weird and a little glitchy, but once you figure out how it works and how to use it effectively it becomes an almost non-issue.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Key feel, Keyboard quality, Rgb backlighting
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Fantastic keyboard, just the wrong flavor for me
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Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This keyboard is quality. Cooler master is quickly becoming one of my favorite brands of peripherals to recommend. Despite the price tag this looks and feels very premium. The rgb is nice, the software is actually pretty useable.
I ended up returning. The red switches werent for me. But they felt very smooth and that might be what you want/need. Awesome keyboard.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Key feel, Rgb backlighting
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great mechanical gaming keyboard.
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This is my second gaming keyboard, my first being a Corsair K55 RGB. That was by no means a bad keyboard. However, I kind of knew I wasn't going to be using all those extra buttons. This Cooler Master was a blind buy for me. It was, from a quick overlook, a simple mechanical keyboard. I thought I would have to control the RGB lighting with software, but that isn't the case. The Cooler Master logo button plus whatever key you push is all you need. And there are many options at your control. It has a nice feel. Sounds of the keys are nice to me, which was pretty much what I was really looking for in this keyboard.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Key feel, Rgb backlighting
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
10/10 Great keyboard.
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Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Cooler Master knocked this out of the park, the keys feel wonderful , the RGB is excellent, easy to use and fun, 10/10 over almost 2 years of use still works great.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Key feel
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good buy
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is probably the best bang for buck mechanical keyboard you can buy. I was skeptical at first because I prefer the clicky switches but decided to try it out due to the friendly price. It feels very smooth looks durable and professional, feels very fast in terms of reaction time from gaming. Feels great on typing and not too loud at all. The press on a key feels solid and not mushy or bouncy
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Rgb backlighting, Switches
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Mechanical keyboard for the money!
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Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I have the Gateron Red switches and they are easily some of the best I have ever used! The built in customizable RGB is awesome and the build quality is very good!! I highly recommend this keyboard to anyone. I did have some wear on the font after about a year. My S key was pretty much rubbed completely off. I actually replaced all of the keycaps with some Hyper X Hypershot PBT Pudding caps which REALLLLYYY made the RGB stand out. If cooler master decides to make a newer model, I recommend a braided cable and USB passthrough.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Customization Options and Ease of Use
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I really love the customization options and the ease of using them. I also like being able to switch profiles and settings on the keyboard without ever opening the app, though the app is nice. Only con is that it does'nt take much to press a key down, but that can also be a pro (I like it, except when I don't).
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Keyboard quality, Rgb backlighting
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good All Around Keyboard
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
To get a fully RGB mechanical keyboard at this price is quite the steal. The reason why Cooler Master was able to make the price this low was the "downgrade" from switches, using Gateron switches instead of the infamous CherryMX switches. You cannot tell the difference, and the switches feel great.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Keyboard quality, Rgb backlighting
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Mechanical Keyboard for price
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This keyboard has been put through its paces. My son uses it with his laptop which performs quite well for his gaming needs, but the onboard keyboard was lacking. With this keyboard he get the feel that he was looking for, and the lighting options are out of this world.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Rgb backlighting, Software
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good if not a little sensitive
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I got this keyboard to replace an old Logitech g110. I found the switches to be a little sensitive at first but now after using it for several weeks I've gotten use to it. The RGB is really bright and the optional software is really easy to use.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Keyboard quality, Rgb backlighting
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great value, high quality
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Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I'm a Geek Squad agent and I 100% vouch for this keyboard. It has great customization features in terms of RGB lighting and the sound it makes is very satisfying. Highly recommend
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Key feel
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love the feel of the keys!
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This was my first ever mechanical keyboard, and I’ve since replaced it, but it has a great feel. The keys were made of something different, not the plastic I was used to. I loved the response of the key switches and the clicky sound.
I used it in my lap and the wire connection at the back shorted out after a few months of being bent every which way against my leg. I replaced it with a wireless Corsair, and I was disappointed in the feel compared to this one. If I used a desk like a normal person, I’d definitely get it again.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Key feel
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Mechanical keyboard
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I was looking for a keyboard for my desktop gaming setup and heard great reviews about this one. I got it on sale so it was not terribly expensive. The key customization is great. The keys are responsive. I have just started using mouse and keyboard for gaming so it takes a little getting use to. It is great for typing as well.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Key feel
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good Buy
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My son received this as a gift from Santa. All he wanted was a "rainbow" keyboard. I didn't want to get him a an RGB keyboard that costs around $100 or an RGB rubber dome keyboard at any price. This uses mechanical keys, but not Cherry MX. It has a good feel to them much better than rubber dome mushy feel. This was on sale during the holidays for $59 and it's worth it. No software needed to change the color scheme and pattern, just a combination of key presses. That is a pro and a con in my opinion.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Keyboard quality, Rgb backlighting
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Gaming Keyboard
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It’s a solid keyboard and it’s so much better then my old one. Love the RGB setting and how fast the response time
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Keyboard quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Keyboard
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Affordable mechanical keyboard. Don’t let negative reviews about Gateron doubt you. I switched over to Gateron Red from a Cherry MX Blue. I have no regrets whatsoever. I enjoy and love this keyboard.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Key feel
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great keyboard
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A good keyboard for someone who wants to try out a mechanical keyboard, but not cough up the cash for a super high end gaming board. Keys feel really nice to press. My only problem is the keys are not flush with the faceplate and stick up a bit. This causes me to accidently press other keys sometimes and allows dirt to get under the keys. Overall would recommend for the price.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Rgb backlighting
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Overall great keyboard for the price
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Its a great keyboard for the price. The rgb are awesome and colorful. My only complaint is not with the product but the key switches. Sometimes ill press keys without noticing bc my hand is resting just a little too heavy on the keyboard. However that is just red switches .
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Rgb backlighting
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Wonderful entry MK.
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Set up is a breeze with no extra software needed for RGB. Used the keyboard daily for weeks now in an office environment and everything seems responsive and comfortable. Key strokes are tactile yet don't disturb others. Id call this a heckin(Censors?) good entry MK. I ended up buying one for a family member and they seem to enjoy it as well.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Rgb backlighting
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Cool Keyboard
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This is my first gaming keyboard. The colors are so cool!! There are so many different patterns and color combinations to choose from. My favorite is the purple. At first the high sensitivity to touching the keys was annoying because I would accidentally hit the wrong one. But I did get used to it. I’m glad I chose this keyboard.