Name: HyperX Alloy Elite 2
Brand: HyperX
SKU: 18658126-0cf8-4eb0-bdc4-90c356a558ba
Price: 199.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 9.7 (1248 reviews)

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The Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro keyboard is a sleek and modern keyboard that is suitable for both work and play. It features top-hat style keycaps, full bac... more

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Experts recommend Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro more than HyperX Alloy Elite 2

As of 6 Jan 2025, experts prefer Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro over HyperX Alloy Elite 2, but both Gaming Keyboards have solid expert endorsements.

As per this month's meta ranking, Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro received 2 recommendations: from TechRadar (21 Jun 2024) and T3 (28 Sep 2023). By contrast, HyperX Alloy Elite 2 received only 1 recommendation from T3 (28 Sep 2023).

Rank	Change	Price	Gaming Keyboard	Tom's Guide	Rtings.com	Tom's Hardware	PC Gamer	TechRadar	PCMag	T3	Laptop Mag	Digital Trends	GamesRadar+
18	-	$187	Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro The Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro keyboard is a durable and customizable wired gaming keyboard with responsive Titan Switch Optical switches and full RGB backlighting.	-	-	-	-	8	-	2	-	-	-
61	N/A	$200	HyperX Alloy Elite 2 The HyperX Alloy Elite 2 is a durable and visually striking keyboard designed for gamers who prioritize responsiveness, reliability, and customization options.	-	-	-	-	-	-	13	-	-	-

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About our ranking methodology

Endorsement summary:

On 28 Sep 2023

T3 ranked Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro as #2 and HyperX Alloy Elite 2 as #13

Rank	Gaming Keyboard	Comment
...	...	...
#2 out of 16	Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro	The best tenkeyless gaming keyboard
...	...	...
#13 out of 16	HyperX Alloy Elite 2	Everything you could want in a gaming keyboard
...	...	...

Source: www.t3.com

On 21 Jun 2024 TechRadar ranked Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro as #8

Rank Gaming Keyboard Comment

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#8 out of 16 Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro
Another excellent optical gaming keyboard

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Source: www.techradar.com

After counting and adding up the 95 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro outranks HyperX Alloy Elite 2. This is not to say that HyperX Alloy Elite 2 is a bad option. Like Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro, it is recommended by experts, but less.

MetaRanking Common points from expert reviews summarized.

As can be seen below, Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while HyperX Alloy Elite 2 is not.

Rank	Change	Price	Gaming Keyboard	Tom's Guide	Rtings.com	Tom's Hardware	PC Gamer	TechRadar	PCMag	T3	Laptop Mag	Digital Trends	GamesRadar+
1	-	$170	Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96	-	-	1	1	-	-	-	-	1	-
2	-	$200	Asus ROG Azoth The Asus ROG Azoth gaming keyboard is a highly customizable and durable keyboard with hot-swappable ROG NX mechanical switches, extensive RGB lighting, and multiple connectivity options, making it a versatile choice for gamers who prioritize a solid and stable typing experience.	-	-	-	-	11	10	-	-	3	1
3	-	$230	Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro The Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro is a customizable and durable mechanical gaming keyboard with two switch options and extensive RGB lighting and programmable key options.	-	-	2	-	-	2	-	4	-	8
4	-	$160	SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless The SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless keyboard is a highly customizable and responsive keyboard suitable for both gaming and typing, with SteelSeries' proprietary OmniPoint 2.0 switches, per-key RGB lighting, and multiple connectivity options.	5	-	4	-	13	-	-	-	5	-
5	-	Check price	Corsair K70 RGB TKL The Corsair K70 RGB TKL is a highly customizable and versatile gaming keyboard with per-key addressable RGB lighting, a compact size, and extensive customization options through Corsair's iCUE software, making it suitable for gamers, programmers, and content creators who prioritize speed, responsiveness, and personalization.	-	3	-	-	-	-	4	-	-	7
6	-	$80	Keychron K2	1	-	-	6	-	-	-	-	-	-
7	-	$170	NuPhy Field75 HE	7	1	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
8	-	$165	Asus ROG Falchion RX Low Profile	-	-	-	8	-	-	-	-	6	4
9	-	$200	Corsair K70 Pro Mini The Corsair K70 Pro Mini Wireless keyboard is a highly customizable and durable 60% form-factor mini keyboard suitable for gamers and heavy typers, offering Cherry MX Red or Speed switches, hot-swappable PCB, and full RGB backlighting that can be customized using the iCUE software, with three connectivity options: USB-C, Bluetooth, and Corsair's proprietary Slipstream wireless technology, making it a versatile device compatible with various operating systems.	-	-	-	-	9	6	-	-	-	5
10	-	$119	Logitech G915 TKL The Logitech G915 TKL is a premium wireless gaming keyboard with low-profile GL mechanical switches, customizable RGB lighting, programmable keys, and stable wireless connectivity, making it an excellent choice for competitive gamers.	-	-	-	-	10	-	14	-	-	3
11	-	$59	HyperX Alloy Origins 60 The HyperX Alloy Origins 60 is a compact and ultra-slim gaming keyboard with proprietary linear switches, robust customization options, and a detachable USB Type-C cable, making it a reliable and stable option for gamers and typists who want a responsive and comfortable typing experience with extensive customization options.	-	-	-	-	15	7	-	5	-	-
12	-	$130	Corsair K65 Plus	4	-	-	-	16	-	-	-	8	-
17	-	$150	Endgame Gear KB65HE	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	3	-	6
18	-	$187	Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro The Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro keyboard is a durable and customizable wired gaming keyboard with responsive Titan Switch Optical switches and full RGB backlighting.	-	-	-	-	8	-	2	-	-	-
19	+1	$248	Razer Huntsman V2 TKL The Razer Huntsman V2 TKL is a durable and customizable gaming keyboard with Razer's own optical switches, per-key RGB lighting, fully programmable keys, and stable connectivity options, making it a great investment for gamers and heavy typists.	-	-	-	-	12	-	3	-	-	-
20	+1	$214	Razer Huntsman V3 Pro TKL	-	-	-	-	-	8	-	6	-	-
21	+1	$199	Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB The Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB keyboard is a highly customizable and ergonomic keyboard ideal for gamers and professionals who require a personalized keyboard experience, with a split design, extensive customization options, and compatibility with multiple operating systems.	-	-	-	7	-	9	-	-	-	-
22	+1	$227	Corsair K100 RGB The Corsair K100 RGB keyboard is a high-end gaming keyboard with customizable lighting, programmable keys, and a sleek design, making it a great option for gamers and power users.	-	-	-	-	6	-	12	-	-	-
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [12]

80

Total expert reviews: 12

with a score: 7
without a score: 5

Highest score by tweaktown.com	99
Average score based on 12 reviews	80
Lowest score by finder.com.au	60

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
40-60
20-40
0-20

Expert reviews [24]

87

Total expert reviews: 24

with a score: 13
without a score: 11

Highest score by T3	100
Average score based on 24 reviews	87
Lowest score by APHNetworks	76

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
40-60
20-40
0-20

From Seller:

HyperX Pudding Keycaps: Pre-installed translucent ABS pudding keycaps provide more brilliance compared to solid-color keycaps.
HyperX Mechanical switches: These reliable key switches are a balance of responsiveness and accuracy, with a short travel time and actuation distance. They feature an exposed LED for brighter, more luminous RGB lighting.
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OPTICAL SPEED, LINEAR MECHANICAL FEEL - ROCCAT’s new linear Titan Switch Optical actuates at the speed of light for a whole new level of speed and responsiveness, whilst retaining the signature keystroke feel of mechanical
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