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Glorious GMMK 2 vs Royal Kludge RK61: Comparison
Glorious GMMK 2 and Royal Kludge RK61 separate most on polling rate: Glorious GMMK 2 at 1000 Hz, Royal Kludge RK61 at 125 Hz, 88% in favour of Glorious GMMK 2.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Glorious | Royal Kludge |
| Layout | 75% (also available Full-Size / TKL / Compact) | 60% |
| Model | GMMK 2 | RK61 |
| Switch Type | Glorious Panda (Tactile) or Fox (Linear) Hot-Swap | RK Brown / Red / Blue Mechanical |
| Connectivity | Wired USB-C (detachable) | Bluetooth 5.1 / 2.4GHz RF / USB-C Wired |
| Keycap Material | Double-Shot PBT | ABS |
| Backlighting | South-Facing Per-Key RGB | RGB Backlighting |
| Polling Rate | 1000 Hz | 125 Hz-87% |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Glorious GMMK 2 | Royal Kludge RK61 |
|---|---|---|
| Glorious | View on Glorious | |
| Royal Kludge | View on Royal Kludge |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
Glorious GMMK 2
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A well-rounded, affordable QMK/VIA custom board that improves on the original GMMK in every meaningful way.
Royal Kludge RK61
6 / 10 Expert Rating
The default cheap-and-cheerful pick for testing a wireless 60% layout without much financial commitment.