![]() You’ll also find four DIP (dual in-line package) switches that are automatically set to toggle the Windows key on or off, switch from full n-key rollover to just 6-key rollover (HyperX told me that some operating systems don’t natively support NKRO, which could cause it to act abnormally), change the Ducky Vender ID (VID) or activate display mode, which has the keyboard go through its different RGB profiles for a light show. The keyboard’s underside features a placard telling you what number keyboard you have out of the 3,700 made and makes you feel a little special for having a “Limited Edition” keyboard without overselling it. ![]() It’s friendly like Comic Sans but without going overboard with the kiddie feels (although rainbow-themed lights dancing around can change that). Double-shot also means the font isn’t raised and shouldn’t fade.That’s good because I like the font here (the only fault is the percent sign, which looks a bit opaque). The keycaps are made with double-shot injection, meaning two pieces of plastic were molded together, and they felt durable as expected. It also fought off fingerprints while providing curves that still welcomed my digits. PBT is less slippery than ABS, and these keycaps have just enough texture to offer a subtle roughness. HyperX’s remix of the Ducky One 2 Mini, like the others, uses Ducky-branded double-shot PBT plastic keycaps, so it should be resistant to temperature and solvents. But it's also worth noting that the HyperX model is also less expensive than some of those previous-mentioned flavors of the keyboard. The HyperX keyboard isn’t ugly, but after seeing other designs, picking this one is almost like going to Baskin-Robbins and only getting vanilla with a cherry on top. If you insist on RGB with your gaming keyboard, the HyperX x Ducky One 2 Mini has less competition, just the black and white, all-white or Frozen Llama styles. Ducky also makes a mature Skyline version (white backlight only) and cloud-like Good in Blue version (no backlighting). But once you see the delicious Frozen Llama color scheme, suddenly the HyperX model looks boring. Our review unit stands out from the standard version of the One 2 Mini, and I’d even consider it over the all-white version if I were looking for something more versatile. The grass is always greener, they say, and when it comes to the Ducky One Mini it’s more adorable too. Overall, you don’t get the battleship vibes that other gaming keyboards evoke, but the HyperX x Ducky One 2 Mini brings an impressive amount of visual appeal in a small package even before activating the RGB lighting.īut once you start looking at other iterations of the Ducky One Mini, HyperX’s take is less exciting. HyperX told me that this keycap and the HyperX logo Esc key aren’t double-shot because they require ABS plastic for the engraving process You can feel the etching on this spacebar, revealing that it’s not double-shot. They’re actually a pair of rats to celebrate the Chinese Year of the Rat. Despite having such little space to work with, HyperX and Ducky still ended up with some style that gets even more exciting when you swap out the plain HyperX and Ducky logo-branded spacebar for the one with jazzy creatures I could have sworn were rabbits playing against a brick wall. The base’s shiny red plastic pops against the black bezels and top frame. ![]() The HyperX revamp of the One 2 Mini brings pops of red in some of the keycaps, including the Esc and Enter keys that come on the board, plus seven additional red keycaps. However, the cable’s gold-plated USB Type-A connector that you plug into your PC feels solid and firm. With its small build, the One 2 Mini is an obvious candidate for taking on the go, and the detachable USB-C cable makes it even easier, although a braided cable would’ve helped it fight natural wear and tear that can come from traveling. The Anne Pro 2, another popular 60% keyboard, measures 11.2 x 3.8 x 1.6 inches, making our review unit a few hairs longer and wider. Those with big hands or who are used to roomier full-sized keyboards may find these compact models uncomfortable, so know what you're getting into before investing in a compact keyboard for long hours of writing, gaming, or coding. Since there's a shorter distance from one side of the keyboard to the other, you’re able to keep your arms closer to your body and, perhaps, exert less effort. Those concerned about ergonomics, which was particularly important to me as I wrote this review while working at home without my regular office chair and a smaller monitor, may want to consider a 60% keyboard.
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