Roccat Vulcan II Max

The Roccat Vulcan II Max is a mechanical keyboard with a unique and eye-catching design that balances visual appeal and function. It features stunning RGB lighting, a translucent wrist rest, and clear switch housing that allows the colors to spread across the entire keyboard. The keyboard has a full-sized layout with a clean, reference design, and subtle Roccat logo and Vulcan branding at the top center.

The keyboard is constructed from a symphony of plastics, but there is very little deck flex, and the whole thing feels remarkably solid. The keyboard is slightly larger and heavier than a standard QWERTY keyboard, but it is designed to stay in place during intense gaming sessions, thanks to its large rubber strips and flip-out risers.

The keyboard's RGB LED lighting is very bright and offers vivid, accurate colors, and users can adjust the brightness of the lighting to their preference. The keyboard also features full independent key RGB LED backlighting, allowing for customization of individual keys.

The Roccat Vulcan II Max keyboard features TITAN II Optical Mechanical Switches that are Tactile Linear and have an actuation force of 45g. These switches are designed for competitive gaming that demands speed, precision, and quick presses. They are highly responsive and have a fast actuation time, making them ideal for gaming.

The switches are also durable and long-lasting, rated for 100 million operations. However, the typing experience may vary depending on personal preferences. Overall, the Roccat Vulcan II Max keyboard is a great choice for gamers who prioritize speed and precision in their gameplay.

The Roccat Vulcan II Max keyboard offers extensive customization options for both RGB lighting and programmable keys. The keyboard features full independent key RGB LED backlighting with a comprehensive range of customization options, including the AIMO intelligent lighting engine that can synchronize the keyboard with other Roccat peripherals.

The keyboard has 24 multi-function smart keys that can be programmed with hotkeys, macros, and multimedia controls, and the Easy-Shift + function allows for customization of the keys to the user's liking. The RGB lighting and programmable keys can be synced and controlled through Roccat's Swarm software, which offers extensive customizability options, including configuring profiles for certain games.

The keyboard also has several unique customization features, including TITAN II Optical Mechanical Tactile Linear Switches, HD AIMO RGB lighting, a translucent detachable palm rest, and on-board storage for up to 4 user profiles. While creating custom macros may not be as straightforward in the Swarm companion app, overall, the Roccat Vulcan II Max keyboard offers easy and extensive customization options for gamers and power users.

The Roccat Vulcan II Max Gaming Keyboard is a wired keyboard that uses a dual USB-A cable for best performance and has USB connectivity. It does not have an additional USB-A port on the keyboard itself to connect any additional components. The braided rubber cable is thick and extends 1.8m in length.

The connectivity is stable, but there were some responsiveness issues with some shortcut buttons. This keyboard is suitable for gamers and professionals who require a stable and reliable wired connection for their work or gaming. However, it may not be the best option for those who need additional USB ports on their keyboard.

The Roccat Vulcan II Max Gaming Keyboard is compatible with Windows 7, 8, and 10 operating systems. It requires the Roccat Swarm software to fully customize and control its features, which can be downloaded from Roccat's website. Additionally, the keyboard firmware may need to be updated upon installation, which is a quick and painless process according to APHNetworks.

The keyboard is not designed to work with any specific gaming platform, but it is a great option for gamers who use Windows operating systems and want a customizable keyboard with advanced features.