Theres plenty more customizability including Macro recording via the app.
Its affordable, hot-swappable, and theres plenty of functionality available through the companys app.
Beyond all that, the RGB is as brilliant as Ive seen on a keyboard.
But, the Higround OPAL Base 65 is one of those niche models thats not for everyone.
After all, this is geared towards modders who consider thebest keyboardsto only be of the mechanical variety.
And, since it is customizable, you could always install switches with a faster actuation point.
And, the switches used here is the Silent Glacier Switch, which only adds to the quiet operation.
There are, however, rubber feet to keep the keyboard from sliding around.
Since this is a wired keyboard, theres not much to report in terms of ports.
Just a single USB-C port sits centered on the back of the case.
Its 39 gram actuation force did mean that I didnt have to press too hard.
However, presses didnt feel immediate.
On the flip side, typing on it is a pleasure.
I couldnt tell you if that does anything.
In fact, it can almost be too much.
But, if youre a fan of RGB lighting, this might be your Mount Everest.
Even if you include an extra set of switches, this keyboard is pretty affordable.
Performance-wise, you may not find an appreciable difference neither model is one of those keyboards targeting competitive gamers.
Its literally almost blinding on some controls.
If you like RGB, youll like this model from Higround.
It also has that satisfying but not-too-loud mechanical keyboard sound and feel.
I looked at other aspects beyond performance, of course.
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First reviewed November 2023
