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Review on Cooler Master SK650 Mechanical Keyboard with Cherry MX Low Profile Switches & Brushed Aluminum Design in Black Layout - Full Features by Sally Romero

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Standard keys should only be concave

I've waited so long for this keyboard to come down in price and I have a feeling it's around $60-$70. But does anyone have the standard flat keys? The package was sent quickly and already came with alternative keycaps and I have to say that I have never exchanged them for alternative ones so quickly. What everyone says about flat keys can be awkward and error-prone typing is true. Because they're all flat and grouped, you're more likely to accidentally type an extra letter. Swap them out, don't look back (thanks to CM for recording and listening to the feedback). Since the keys are a bit closer together than other keyboards, I still accidentally press certain keys, but I'm sure I'll get used to it. The keyboard itself is very smooth. Low profile compared to a standard mechanical keyboard, but still slightly taller than other keyboards. The chassis is well built with beveled edges while still being lightweight. The typing process (after switching keys) is quite comfortable, except for a moment; no stand. Even the simplest membrane keyboard has stands on the back to tilt the keyboard just a little bit. It doesn't, so you may need a wrist pad and something to put under the keyboard once you're used to it. In terms of keys and volume, this is a very quiet keyboard. Ideal for typists and some games. You might hear a bit of "voice" if you type a lot, but definitely not as bad as other low-profile keyboards I've played with. The lighting can get BRIGHT, but luckily you can change the colors to your liking with RGB and various brightness/intensity settings. There are no dedicated media keys, but you can use them with the function key. Overall a good solid and aesthetically pleasing keyboard. Definitely get it while it's on sale as I have to say at best it's a mid-range board to play with.

Pros
  • Permanent test results
Cons
  • Questionable purchase for seniors