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I tested the Royal Kludge R65 because it’s the kind of “essential” budget keyboard that focuses on what matters: a great typing experience. The stock linear creamy switches, sound dampening, and gasket-mount feel make it punch way above its price, and the MDA-profile PBT caps plus classy colorway help it stand out.
Pros
- +Creamy stock linear switches with a pleasing, not-too-high-pitched tone
- +Five layers of sound dampening for more premium acoustics
- +Gasket-mount structure adds flex and improves typing feel
- +Hot-swappable switches
- +QMK/VIA support for trusted remapping, macros, and RGB control
- +Stylish MDA-profile PBT keycaps with large, legible legends
- +Compact 65% layout with arrow keys and minimal footprint
- +Rotary knob and full RGB backlighting
Cons
- -Wired-only on the version I reviewed (wireless model costs extra)
- -Doesn’t aim for higher-end features like an aluminum metal case
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Highlights
- +Creamy stock linear switches with a pleasing, not-too-high-pitched tone
- +Five layers of sound dampening for more premium acoustics
- +Gasket-mount structure adds flex and improves typing feel
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RJ Baculo