Royal Kludge RK61
Expert rating6 / 10
- Layout:
- 60%
- Switch Type:
- RK Mechanical
- Connectivity:
- Tri-Mode Wireless + Wired
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Manufacturer: Royal Kludge Last updated: 2026-09-12
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Royal Kludge RK61 (60%/RK Mechanical/Bluetooth 5.1 + 2.4GHz + USB-C/RGB Backlighting/Budget) Review
Royal Kludge RK61 60% budget wireless mechanical keyboard, RK switches, Bluetooth and 2.4GHz and USB-C connectivity, RGB backlighting.
The RK61 has been Royal Kludge's entry-level calling card for years: a genuine 60% mechanical board with tri-mode connectivity and RGB, sold at a price that undercuts nearly every wireless mechanical keyboard on the market. It won't satisfy enthusiasts chasing premium acoustics, but it remains a common recommendation for anyone testing whether they even like a 60% layout.
Comparison to Alternatives
Against the Royal Kludge RK84, the RK61 drops down to a true 60% layout without arrow keys or a function row, at an even lower price point within Royal Kludge's own catalog. Compared with the Razer Huntsman Mini, the RK61 costs a fraction of the price but uses basic RK mechanical switches rather than Razer's optical actuation or PBT keycaps.
Specifications
Identity
| Brand | Royal Kludge |
|---|---|
| Model | RK61 |
Design
| Layout | 60% |
|---|---|
| Switch Type | RK Brown / Red / Blue Mechanical |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.1 / 2.4GHz RF / USB-C Wired |
| Keycap Material | ABS |
Features
| Hot-Swappable | No |
|---|---|
| Backlighting | RGB Backlighting |
| Polling Rate | 125 Hz |
Expert Review
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Expert rating6 / 10
The default cheap-and-cheerful pick for testing a wireless 60% layout without much financial commitment.
Best for
- First-time 60% layout buyers
- Extreme budget shoppers
- Casual multi-device typists
Not for
- Enthusiasts wanting hot-swap or PBT keycaps
- Competitive gamers needing high polling
- Users who need arrow keys
FAQs
What are the key specifications of the Royal Kludge RK61 (60%/RK Mechanical/Bluetooth 5.1 + 2.4GHz + USB-C/RGB Backlighting/Budget)?
The Royal Kludge RK61 (60%/RK Mechanical/Bluetooth 5.1 + 2.4GHz + USB-C/RGB Backlighting/Budget) is a mechanical keyboard from Royal Kludge. Key specs: Layout 60%, Switch Type RK Brown / Red / Blue Mechanical, Connectivity Bluetooth 5.1 / 2.4GHz RF / USB-C Wired, Keycap Material ABS, Hot-Swappable false.
Will the Royal Kludge RK61 (60%/RK Mechanical/Bluetooth 5.1 + 2.4GHz + USB-C/RGB Backlighting/Budget) work with my current setup?
The Royal Kludge RK61 (60%/RK Mechanical/Bluetooth 5.1 + 2.4GHz + USB-C/RGB Backlighting/Budget) lists Switch Type is RK Brown / Red / Blue Mechanical. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.
Who is the Royal Kludge RK61 (60%/RK Mechanical/Bluetooth 5.1 + 2.4GHz + USB-C/RGB Backlighting/Budget) best suited to?
It suits first-time 60% layout buyers, extreme budget shoppers, casual multi-device typists.
What are the drawbacks of the Royal Kludge RK61 (60%/RK Mechanical/Bluetooth 5.1 + 2.4GHz + USB-C/RGB Backlighting/Budget)?
It is a poor fit for enthusiasts wanting hot-swap or pbt keycaps, competitive gamers needing high polling, users who need arrow keys.
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