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Key specs
ConnectivityWired, detachable braided USB-C to USB-A cable
SwitchesHyperX Red (linear) or HyperX Aqua (tactile)
LayoutTenkeyless (TKL), US
WeightWith cable 898 g
BacklightPer-key RGB, 5 brightness levels
RolloverN-key
Onboard profiles3
BodyAluminum

Source: HyperX official specs (opens in a new tab), checked line by line, checked Nov 9, 2026. Weight listed as 1.98 lb with cable; converted HyperX Aqua: tactile, 1.8 mm actuation, 3.8 mm travel Switches rated for 80 million keypresses Works with PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One; NGENUITY software Size 360 x 132.5 x 34.5 mm, 1.8 m (5.9 ft) cable List price is for the HyperX Red version; switch versions are priced separately

HyperX · Keyboards

HyperX Alloy Origins Core Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

Aluminum TKL mechanical keyboard.

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HyperX$104.99: List price from HyperX, checked Nov 9, 2026Check price at HyperX (opens HyperX in a new tab)

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Good for

  • Desk gamers short on space
  • First mechanical keyboard
  • Aluminum body
  • Detachable USB-C cable
  • Per-key RGB

Not for

  • Numpad users
  • People who want wireless
  • Wired only
  • No numpad

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HyperX Alloy Origins Core Mechanical Gaming KeyboardCheck price at HyperX (opens HyperX in a new tab)