Redragon K551 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard RGB LED Backlit Wired Keyboard with Blue Switches for Windows Gaming PC (104 Keys, Black)
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Brand | Redragon |
Compatible Devices | Gaming Console |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Keyboard Description | Gaming |
Recommended Uses For Product | Gaming |
Special Feature | Lighting |
Color | Black RGB LED Backlit |
Number of Keys | 104 |
Keyboard backlighting color support | RGB |
Style | Modern |
About this item
- GAMING KEYBOARD; 104 Key Mechanical Gaming Keyboard with Custom Mechanical Blue Switches designed for longevity with greater durability and responsiveness. Fast mechanical keys with medium resistance, precise actuation, audible click sound, and tactile bump feedback.
- RGB MECHANICAL KEYBOARD; K551-RGB Redragon Keyboard, RGB LED backlit mechanical gaming keyboard, the RGB Led illuminated keyboard comes with molded keycaps offering crystal clear uniform backlighting and lettering that doesn't scratch off. Featuring rainbow, RGB colors, 5 different lighting modes, 5 backlight brightness levels, breathing speed, user programmable RGB backlighting.
- Metal / ABS CONSTRUCTION; The PC Gaming keyboard is constructed of metal alloy and ABS with plate-mounted mechanical keys and switchesthat stand up to tough gaming conditions.
- BACKLIT ANTI GHOSTING KEYBOARD; ALL 104 mechanical gaming keyboards keys are conflict free (n-Key Rollover) for ultimate Gaming performance.Featuring 12 Multimedia keys, Non-Slip Ergonomic, splash-proof Design. Comes with Full numeric keypad and a gold-plated corrosion free USB connector for a reliable connection.
- PC GAMING KEYBOARD COMPATIBILTY: Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, or Windows XP, Limited Mac OS keyboard support
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Product Dimensions | 16.54 x 4.33 x 1.38 inches |
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Item Weight | 2.38 pounds |
Manufacturer | Redragon |
Language | English |
ASIN | B019O8YZ4A |
Item model number | K551-RGB |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #22,695 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #1,688 in PC Gaming Keyboards |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | September 25, 2014 |
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K552-KR | K552-RGB | K551-KR | K551-RGB | |
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Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars
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4.7 out of 5 stars
15,038
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4.4 out of 5 stars
6,230
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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Price | $39.99$39.99 | $40.99$40.99 | — | $56.88$56.88 |
MSRP | 34.99 / 39.99 | 43.98 / 48.99 | 39.99 | 49.99 |
Colour Option | Black / White | Black / White | Black | Black |
Switch Type | Outemu Red Switch | Outemu Blue Switch | Outemu Red Switch | Outemu Blue Switch |
Lighting | Rainbow RGB | RGB | Rainbow RGB | RGB |
Lighting Modes | 19 Different Rainbow RGB Lighting Modes | 18 Different RGB Lighting Modes, 9 Different Colors | 19 Different Rainbow RGB Lighting Modes | 18 Different RGB Lighting Modes, 9 Different Colors |
Size | Compact TKL (87 Keys) | Compact TKL (87 Keys) | Full Size (104 Keys) | Full Size (104 Keys) |
Anti-ghosting Keys | 100% Anti-Ghosting | 100% Anti-Ghosting | 100% Anti-Ghosting | 100% Anti-Ghosting |
S113-KN | K552-RGB-BA | S117-KN | K551-RGB-BA | |
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Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars
2,581
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4.7 out of 5 stars
1,793
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4.5 out of 5 stars
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4.6 out of 5 stars
786
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Price | — | — | $57.15$57.15 | — |
Combo Type | 2 in 1 | 2 in 1 | 2 in 1 | 2 in 1 |
MSRP | 41.99 | 54.99 | 42.99 | 55.99 |
Colour Option | Black | Black | Black | Black |
Switch Type | Outemu Brown Switch | Outemu Blue Switch | Outemu Brown Switch | Outemu Blue Switch |
Lighting | Rainbow RGB | RGB | Rainbow RGB | RGB |
Lighting Modes | 19 Different Rainbow RGB Lighting Modes | 18 Different RGB Lighting Modes, 9 Different Colors | 19 Different Rainbow RGB Lighting Modes | 18 Different RGB Lighting Modes, 9 Different Colors |
Size | Compact TKL (87 Keys) | Compact TKL (87 Keys) | Full Size (104 Keys) | Full Size (104 Keys) |
Keyboard Construction | ABS Construction | Metal / ABS Construction | ABS Construction | Metal / ABS Construction |
Mouse | RGB Backlit up to 4200 DPI | RGB Backlit up to 7200 DPI | RGB Backlit up to 4200 DPI | RGB Backlit up to 7200 DPI |
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
For gaming | 4.3 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 3.6 | 4.5 |
Brightness | 4.6 | 4.2 | 4.0 | — | 4.2 | 4.4 |
Quality of material | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.4 | — | 4.4 |
Ergonomic | 4.2 | 4.1 | 3.5 | — | 4.0 | 4.5 |
Value for money | — | 4.5 | 3.9 | 4.5 | 4.0 | 4.5 |
Sold By | Triplenet Pricing INC | Redragon zone | MageGee Direct | Redragon Shop | Redragon Shop | Redragon zone |
connectivity tech | USB | USB | USB-C | Wired | BT, 2.4Ghz, USB-C | USB |
number of keys | 104 | 104 | 68 | 104 | 104 | 94 |
compatible devices | Gaming Console | PC, Laptop | Laptop, PC | PC, Laptop | Gaming Console, PC, Laptop | PC |
keyboard description | Gaming | Macro | Mechanical, Gaming, Multi Functional, Multimedia, Ergonomic | 104 Keys Aluminum Gaming Keyboard w/PBT Keycaps | Mechanical, Gaming, Macro | Mechanical |
operating system | Windows 7, Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Limited Mac OS keyboard support. | Windows | Windows | Win/Mac/Linux/Unix | Win/Mac/Linux/Unix | — |
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Customers like the quality, value, and customization of the keyboard. For example, they mention that it's built really well, has a nice array of customizable lighting effects, and has s vibrant and bright color scheme. They also appreciate the comfort, performance, clickiness, and appearance. That said, opinions are mixed on the sound quality.
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Customers like the quality of the keyboard. They mention that it's built really well, has a solid build quality, and the keys are very durable. Some appreciate the heavy duty aluminum and ABS construction. Overall, most are happy with the quality and functionality of the product.
"...According to me, this is a really good keyboard for typing, I noticed that I do work really fast on this, I can easily type 120wpm on this thing...." Read more
"...opened the box and was immediately impressed with the quality of the keyboard's construction. Feels very weighty, not cheap at all...." Read more
"...The keyboard is built really well and is heavier than expected, but I see no issue with a keyboard being heavy, it's just sitting on my desktop..." Read more
"Great for the PriceThis is one solid keyboard. If you like what you see, for the price it is hard to beat...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the keyboard. They mention that it is an outstanding value for the money, a great value for an entry level mechanical keyboard, and a good buy for someone looking for a mechanical RGB keyboard that fits their budget.
"...Feels very weighty, not cheap at all. I plugged it in, opened a word document I needed to finish and started to type......" Read more
"...solid heavy base, good key responsiveness- overall, I'm pleased with value and functionality for something under $50." Read more
"...but I preferred it over a $100+ alienware keyboard so it's a great value...." Read more
"...in my days, and I can say that this keyboard is undoubtedly the best budget keyboard I have ever found...." Read more
Customers like the customization of the keyboard. They say it has a nice array of customizable lighting effects, with multiple awesome modes. They also say the colors are vibrant and bright, and the tactile feedback from the keys is wonderful. Customers also mention that the backlighting has many different effects and is visually pleasing.
"...The special thing about this is its lights, I love the RGB lighting in the back, it's all around the keyboard behind EACH and EVERY key!..." Read more
"...and am very pleased with the lighting features. Finally, I started playing some games...." Read more
"...The back lighting has many different effects, all of which are pretty cool and unique...." Read more
"...It is an ANSI 104 layout* Has a nice array of customizable lighting effects (I have the RGB version)..." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the keyboard. They say the mechanical switches feel great, tactile, and satisfying to type on. The typing experience is smooth and the key placement is perfect. The mechanical feel and sound are as expected, and the keyboard seems like a high quality product.
"...is that it's just too good, the style is awesome, and the feel for typing is great...." Read more
"...All I can say is WOW!!! these keys feel amazing. I could type with such ease compared to my old plastic one (I do lots of writing as well)...." Read more
"...is very clicky- not as much as true mx blue keys, but still nice and tactile. Not suitable for a shared space!..." Read more
"...I feel my typing is also much smoother with this keyboard...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the keyboard. They say it works well, the lights still work great, and the keys still operate like new. Some say that it works with Windows 10 and that the software is easy to use.
"...I literally spilled a sticky, sugary drink into the keys and it still works perfectly...." Read more
"...08/04/2024: It's been about a month since the last review. It's been working well, no incidents to date of this update." Read more
"...The LED functions are great. The gaming setup of the keys isn't in the manual so I had to figure it out myself...." Read more
"...keep it, but still not happy with lack of programmability due to unusable software." Read more
Customers find the clickiness of the keyboard satisfying, and the blue switches are awesome. They also appreciate the tactile clicks and audible clicks. Customers also like the tactile and audio confirmation of their keystrokes.
"...I find the click very satisfying, but if the click is too loud for you you can always buy rings to dampen the click...." Read more
"...The keyboard is very clicky- not as much as true mx blue keys, but still nice and tactile. Not suitable for a shared space!..." Read more
"...tactile feel of the Outemu Blue switches are awesome and are very clicky(feel and sound)...." Read more
"...keys with medium resistance, audible click sound, and tactile bump feedback.* Plate mounted keys...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the keyboard. They mention that it looks great overall, nice, and soothing. They appreciate the RGB lighting, saying that it lights up really bright. Customers also like the crisp and responsive keys, and the unique effects. They say that the font is nicer than Redragon's translucent font keycaps. They also appreciate the rich, saturated colors and beautiful motion settings.
"...that is sure about this keyboard is that it's just too good, the style is awesome, and the feel for typing is great...." Read more
"...The back lighting has many different effects, all of which are pretty cool and unique...." Read more
"...keyboard is very clicky- not as much as true mx blue keys, but still nice and tactile. Not suitable for a shared space!..." Read more
"...molded keycaps, high-end switches with mechanical ultra-last springs, crisp and bright adjustable Multicolor LED backlighting, a gold plated USB..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the keyboard. Some mention it's very responsive, has an audible clickfest, and the keys are nice and loud. However, some say that the clicks are slightly too loud and there does tend to be a ringing sound.
"...I never would have expected that to happen. The clicking is a little loud, but I can live with it. In fact, I've edited the rating to 5 stars." Read more
"...This is the best keyboard I've ever had. I love the sound and feel you get when typing...." Read more
"...It is a little loud / clacky but I like that about it, personally. I have gotten a lot of compliments on the backlighting...." Read more
"...I think they are actually a bit louder than Cherry switches though from video reviews that I have watched comparing different keyboard models...." Read more
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1 Thing that is sure about this keyboard is that it's just too good, the style is awesome, and the feel for typing is great.
Now, I will state the pro's and cons of this keyboard.
Pros:
Great RGB
Very good for typing
Great Sound
Coded RGB (you need the software though)
Just plain GREAT
Great welcoming (when plugged in USB port)
Cons:
Heavy (well I don't think this matters because you're not even supposed to hold a keyboard in your hands right?)
You need to download a specific (this doesn't have virus or malware) software, it's called OpenRGB so that you can code your keys. The software is Free, and great. Doesn't take too much space either.
So basically, this keyboard is GREAT
Then I came across this RedDragon mechanical keyboard with great reviews and surprisingly fair priced. Not like brands like Corsair where they double the price just cause of their well known name. I did all the research on what the heck Cherry switches are and the differences and chose this K551 for it's rbg, simplicity and blue switches.
Once the package arrived, I opened the box and was immediately impressed with the quality of the keyboard's construction. Feels very weighty, not cheap at all. I plugged it in, opened a word document I needed to finish and started to type...
All I can say is WOW!!! these keys feel amazing. I could type with such ease compared to my old plastic one (I do lots of writing as well). At least twice as fast and with a lot less mistakes plus my hands wouldn't start to cramp up like they used to. I then messed around with the rbg settings (and it has quite a few not to mention all the function keys) and am very pleased with the lighting features. Finally, I started playing some games. Playing with this keyboard is just such a delight. Again with such ease, no hand cramping while pressing commands or typing in game chat for a few hours.
I am beyond impressed with this RedDragon keyboard. It's so much better than I could ever have imagined and for the price, it's unbeatable. If you're on the fence about this like I was, just do yourself a big favor and buy it. You will not be disappointed, I promise you. It really makes doing everything on my pc now such a joy. RedDragon and Cherry Blue's, where have you been all my life!!!
*Disclaimer* I am writing this review about a month after having the keyboard, it will be updated at six months, and a year, to give readers an idea of the longevity of the keyboard.
I did an extreme amount of research on this keyboard via Amazon Reviews and YouTube videos. This keyboard was even featured on an episode of Linus Tech Tips where he gave the keyboard favorable reviews as well. If this is your first mechanical keyboard please be advised that it is a different experience typing on a mechanical keyboard rather than a regular keyboard. Keystrokes require a bit more force and depending on the switches you have, resonate with a very audible click. I find the click very satisfying, but if the click is too loud for you you can always buy rings to dampen the click.
The RGB element of this keyboard is great. It isn't amazing by any means, but it gets the job done. All the settings can be changed on the keyboard with a combination of the 'FN' key, and whatever else is marked. The back lighting has many different effects, all of which are pretty cool and unique. This keyboard won't sink up with your games and change layouts based on what's happening in-game, but for $50, could you really expect it to? To get a better idea of the effects the keyboard offers, just look up any review of the keyboard on YouTube and it should give you a good idea of what the keyboard looks and sounds like.
The media keys are also marked on the F1-F12 keys, and can be used with the 'FN' key as well. My chief complaint is that I have had problems with the 'FN' key on my keyboard, but I rarely use it, so it isn't much of a bother for me.
This keyboard is using third-party switches that are "Cherry Equivalent." My experience with the keys so far is very positive. The keyboard is built really well and is heavier than expected, but I see no issue with a keyboard being heavy, it's just sitting on my desktop anyway. It also comes with a FREE keycap puller, which is cool because some keyboards that cost double this don't come with one.
The ONLY other complaint I have is the company took forever to ship the keyboard, it arrived like 4 days after the time I was given after ordering it, but it arrived in great shape in nice packaging. I've read that the customer service is really good, personally I hope i never have to request an exchange, but if I do, my interaction with the company will be posted here as well.
CONCLUSION
This is a great keyboard overall, and i would venture to say that it is the best keyboard you can buy for $50 US dollars. It definitely peaked my interest in other Redragon products.
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The actual typing itself is very muck like MX Blues. But the keys are not Cherry, which keeps the price down. Otherwise, they are tactile and clicky, and feels pretty good while typing. A little loud, but no more than the MX Blues. I'd definitely buy this again over any Cherry board that costs close to $ 200! Absolutely worth the price.
I have been using the Corsair k95 rgb with cherry mx red for about 18months, and i had some issues with the leds, its gone for an exchange, now i thoughg lets try these cheap options by the time it returns, n see whats the diff bet a 16k and a 4k keyboard offering supposedly, the same features. so heres my list of whats there and what u r missing on by not buying an expensive alternative:
1. The mechanical BLUE switches are really good with nice feedback, they are not cherry but are good quality none the less.
2. The build quality is good, yes it is. 4k for such a build is great. Metalplate board with plastic sorrounding is same as a CM storm mechanical board.
3. RGB Elements are great, inbuilt themes are nyc and you can download the siftware as well to customize.
4.Macros are somewhat available u can customize from the software availble from the website mentioned in the manual.
Now what u r missing out by not buying a more expensive mech keyboard;
1. the keys are a bit wavy at times, can woble( u will not observe this unless u have worked with a corsair keyboard, even razor has same issues with keys)
2.No dedicated media keys, u need to press fuction n then f1 f2 and so on for media playback.
3. The lack of proper software support, u can customize but u cant save the profiles on the keyboard, so u have to keep the software open for the customization to show on the keyboard and if u close the soft or restart the changes are also gone.
I can pinpoint more but honestly this is one really nyc piece of hardware and you wont regret it SPECIALLY IF U R MOVING FROM A MEMBRANE ONE.
To all the gamers PLEASE SWITCH TO MECHANICAL KEYBOARDS, U WILL NOT REGRET IT!
Reviewed in India on July 30, 2017
I have been using the Corsair k95 rgb with cherry mx red for about 18months, and i had some issues with the leds, its gone for an exchange, now i thoughg lets try these cheap options by the time it returns, n see whats the diff bet a 16k and a 4k keyboard offering supposedly, the same features. so heres my list of whats there and what u r missing on by not buying an expensive alternative:
1. The mechanical BLUE switches are really good with nice feedback, they are not cherry but are good quality none the less.
2. The build quality is good, yes it is. 4k for such a build is great. Metalplate board with plastic sorrounding is same as a CM storm mechanical board.
3. RGB Elements are great, inbuilt themes are nyc and you can download the siftware as well to customize.
4.Macros are somewhat available u can customize from the software availble from the website mentioned in the manual.
Now what u r missing out by not buying a more expensive mech keyboard;
1. the keys are a bit wavy at times, can woble( u will not observe this unless u have worked with a corsair keyboard, even razor has same issues with keys)
2.No dedicated media keys, u need to press fuction n then f1 f2 and so on for media playback.
3. The lack of proper software support, u can customize but u cant save the profiles on the keyboard, so u have to keep the software open for the customization to show on the keyboard and if u close the soft or restart the changes are also gone.
I can pinpoint more but honestly this is one really nyc piece of hardware and you wont regret it SPECIALLY IF U R MOVING FROM A MEMBRANE ONE.
To all the gamers PLEASE SWITCH TO MECHANICAL KEYBOARDS, U WILL NOT REGRET IT!
My first choice is actually Logitech G512 (blue switch), due to I am able to try out at retail stores.
But once i got this, I find that the typing feel is as good and price is probably only 1/3.
I am probably the type of user who can't really tell the different between them... This suits me well.
Now I'm considering buying another 1 for office usage (but I will need to measure the noise level and check if it is allowable in office). Clicky sound might be offending someone in office.