The HyperX Alloy FPS RGB is an outstanding gaming keyboard that feels very well-built, with an aluminum plate on top and small, grippy feet to prevent it from sliding around. It's only available with linear Kailh Silver Speed switches, which have a low actuation force and a short pre-travel distance, providing a light and responsive gaming experience. It also offers extra features like macro-programmable keys and full RGB backlighting, and you can easily customize it within the fantastic HyperX NGENUITY software, though it's only available on Windows. Unfortunately, the ergonomics are only okay, as it doesn't come with a wrist rest and has only one incline setting, but typing on it shouldn't cause much fatigue even during long gaming sessions.
Our Verdict
The HyperX Alloy FPS RGB is an outstanding keyboard for gaming. It feels very well-built and has extra features like macro-programmable keys and a Game Mode that acts as a Windows key lock. It uses linear Kailh Silver Speed switches that don’t require much force to actuate and provide a very responsive feel. The keyboard also comes with full RGB backlighting that’s easily customizable within the fantastic companion software.
- Full RGB backlighting.
- Fantastic software support with plenty of customization options.
- Very short pre-travel distance.
- Doesn't come with a wrist rest.
- Can't be used with mobile devices.
The HyperX Alloy FPS RGB is a wired keyboard that isn't recommended for use with mobile devices.
The HyperX Alloy FPS RGB is only decent for office use. It’s a full-sized model that’s quiet enough for open-office environments. It has great build quality, though the ABS keycaps may feel a little slippery. It provides a good typing experience that shouldn’t cause much fatigue over time, but the quick responsiveness of the switches may lead to more typos if you're not used to it. Also, the ergonomics are only mediocre, as it only has one incline setting and doesn’t come with a wrist rest.
- Good typing quality.
- Feels very well-built.
- Doesn't come with a wrist rest.
- Can't be used with mobile devices.
- Linear switches may lead to more typos.
The HyperX Alloy FPS RGB is a good programming keyboard. It’s only available with linear Kailh Silver Speed switches, which don’t give any feedback at all but feel very light and responsive. The build quality is great, but the ergonomics are only mediocre as it lacks a wrist rest. On the plus side, it comes with nice extra features like macro-programmable keys, full RGB backlighting, and superb companion software offering plenty of customization options.
- Full RGB backlighting.
- Good typing quality.
- Fantastic software support with plenty of customization options.
- Doesn't come with a wrist rest.
- Can't be used with mobile devices.
- No dedicated macro keys.
- Doesn't come with a wrist rest.
- Can't be used with mobile devices.
Changelog
- Updated Jun 21, 2023: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.2. This update introduces new Backlight Features and Backlight Clarity test boxes. We've also added a new Switches test box, added additional test comparisons to our Hardware Customizability test box that we introduced with our last Test Bench. For an in-depth look at our changes, you can see our full changelog here.
- Updated May 31, 2023: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.1. This update adds several new tests addressing Hardware Customization, Macro Keys And Programming, and Wireless Mobile Compatibility. We've also added new objective evaluations to the Typing Noise test, and we've simplified several tests and removed several others that were no longer relevant. For an in-depth look at all our changes, you can see our full changelog here.
- Updated Aug 26, 2021: Converted to Test Bench 1.0.
- Updated Jan 22, 2021: Review published.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
We tested the HyperX Alloy FPS RGB, which is only available in this size and with the Kailh Silver Speed switches. However, there are similar keyboards available from HyperX, like the HyperX Alloy FPS Pro, but it's TKL, only has red backlighting, no software support, and is available with Cherry MX Red or Blue switches. You can see the label for our unit here.
Popular Keyboard Comparisons
The HyperX Alloy FPS RGB is a fantastic gaming keyboard that's quite similar to the HyperX Alloy Elite 2, though it comes with different switches that have a much shorter pre-travel distance for more responsiveness. It has a few nice additions, like macro-programmable keys and full RGB backlighting, but it doesn't have a wrist rest and dedicated macros like some other gaming keyboards. However, it does offer good value for its price and should satisfy most gamers. For more options, see our recommendations for the best gaming keyboards under $100, the best gaming keyboards, and the best mechanical keyboards.
The HyperX Alloy FPS RGB is a better gaming keyboard than the Logitech G513, but the Logitech is more versatile and performs better for office use and mixed usage. The HyperX has onboard memory to save your preferred settings, and all of its keys are macro-programmable. It's only available with linear Kailh Silver Speed switches, which have a very responsive feel that’s great for gaming. The Logitech has better ergonomics thanks to its detachable wrist rest, and it comes with dedicated macro keys and a USB passthrough to plug in other peripherals. It’s available in a variety of switches to suit your preferences.
The Razer Huntsman and the HyperX Alloy FPS RGB perform very similarly and are both fantastic full-sized gaming keyboards. The Razer uses optical switches, whether clicky or linear. It feels slightly better-built and has two different incline settings. On the other hand, the HyperX uses normal mechanical linear switches, and its cable is detachable, though it can only be used wired. It also has an extra USB port that you can use to charge your phone.
The HyperX Alloy FPS RGB and the HyperX Alloy Elite 2 perform very similarly and are both remarkable choices for gaming. The FPS RGB has a detachable cable, though it can only be used wired, and uses linear switches with a much lower pre-travel that results in a very responsive feel, which is great for gaming. On the other hand, the Elite 2 has more extra features, like dedicated media keys, a USB passthrough, and a control wheel.
The HyperX Alloy FPS RGB is a better overall keyboard than the HyperX Alloy FPS Pro. The FPS RGB is a fairly large full-sized keyboard that comes with full RGB backlighting, macro-programmable keys, and outstanding software support for easy customization. On the contrary, the FPS Pro is a small, TenKeyLess keyboard designed for those who need the bare minimum. It only has red backlighting and doesn’t have any software support, meaning you can’t reprogram keys.
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