Not everybody wants a keyboard with every possible feature packed into it. Many of the keyboards we consider the best options for gamers are very large: They take up a ton of space on your desk and you aren't going to pack them up when you leave your setup for vacation or a work trip. There are plenty of reasons to want something that's high-quality, but more compact. If you agree, then Cooler Master's tenkeyless keyboard, the SK630 ($139.99), is a solid option. This lightweight keyboard feels wonderful to type on and has a look you aren't going to find in many other gaming devices. It doesn't have the bells and whistles we tend to expect in a high-end peripheral, but it presents a strong argument for setting different priorities. Keep A Low Profile, But Make an Impression Since we don't review many of them, let's start by talking about low-profile keyboards. The defining characteristic of a low-profile keyboard is that it uses a switch with a quicker actuation point and less o...
Cooler Master's light, compact SK630 gives us good reason to start thinking more about a low-profile mechanical keyboard.
Minimalist look; Compact design; Good travel despite low-profile keys; Macro and lighting editor hotkeys reduce need for configuration software
Onboard hotkeys don't quite replace configuration software; Software can only store four profiles; Lacks extra features such as a volume roller and USB pass-through; RGB lighting can get too intense