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Neither Royal Kludge RK61 nor SteelSeries Apex 3 were recommended by experts this month

On 6 Jan 2025 (11 months ago) we went through 95 Gaming Keyboard expert endorsements , however neither Royal Kludge RK61 nor SteelSeries Apex 3 were included in any of those recommendations. Since neither Gaming Keyboard received a single endorsement, as far as expert recommendations go, it's technically a tie. We do, however, recommend taking a look at Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 or other critically acclaimed Gaming Keyboards of this month.

For reference, Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 received 3 endorsements this month, from Tom's Hardware (2 Jan 2025), PC Gamer (3 Jan 2024) and Digital Trends (7 Oct 2024).

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	-
N/A	N/A	$50	Royal Kludge RK61	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
N/A	N/A	$44	SteelSeries Apex 3	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

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As can be seen below, in Jan 2025 neither Royal Kludge RK61 nor SteelSeries Apex 3 were recommended by key experts who publish Gaming Keyboards recommendations.

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 [18]

87

Total expert reviews: 18

with a score: 3
without a score: 15

Highest score by wmdtechph.com	92
Average score based on 18 reviews	87
Lowest score by The Gaming Setup	80

Score distribution:

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

Expert reviews [18]

82

Total expert reviews: 18

with a score: 8
without a score: 10

Highest score by Lifewire	96
Average score based on 18 reviews	82
Lowest score by GamesRadar+	60

Score distribution:

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

From Seller:

Mini 60% Keyboard▶RK61 mini 60% gaming keyboard is a ultra-compact layout with 61 keys makes you a neat desktop with your organized gears on, even folks have nothing to do with Minimalist will dive into its tiny practical design. Tips you might want to know is that keyboard without numpad is most FPS gamers' choice, more spaces left for mouse movements.
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From Seller:

Ip32 water resistant – Prevents accidental damage from liquid spills
10-zone RGB illumination – Gorgeous color schemes and reactive effects
Whisper quiet gaming switches – Nearly silent use for 20 million low friction keypresses
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