Royal Kludge RK84 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard 2022 REVIEW — MacSources

The RK84 keyboard is an affordable, fun option for any workstation.

Not too long ago, I reviewed the Redragon Draconic Pro K530 60% Wireless RGB Mechanical Keyboard. I really enjoyed using that keyboard, but since I’m not a gamer and use my keyboards for standard productivity, I found that my use was hindered somewhat by the lack of separate directional arrow keys as well as the missing system command keys.

After that review was published, it was suggested that I give the RK84 a try. The main reason was that it featured a compact — but still complete — keyboard layout. I’ve been thrilled with the experience of using this slightly larger, classic-feeling mechanical keyboard.

About RK84 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard

The RK84 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard features a 75% compact layout. It’s called “RK84” because it features a layout with 84 keys. Modern keyboards — or full-size — have up to 104 keys (US) included. The RK84 is able to have its compact layout because 20 keys were removed from it including — the number pad, Print Screen/SysRq, Scroll Lock, and Pause/Break. Print Screen, Pause, Insert, and Screen Lock are still included, but they are paired up together so that three…