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G.SKILL RIPJAWS KM780 RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Review

Others/Mice & Keyboards by stefan @ 2016-01-15

The KM780 RGB keyboard can be easily paired with the MX780 gaming mouse thanks to the unified software which permits easy switching between the two for easy configuration. The new keyboard from G.SKILL employs one of the most recent switches from Cherry, the MX Brown RGB which permits a more uniform lighting across the keyboard thanks to the semi-transparent housing and we also get the quality and durability of the well-known brand. While other manufacturers have decided to include all extra functions along with the F-keys, G.SKILL saw fit to use separate buttons on top, for an easier access. As with other high-end keyboards, we do get a brushed aluminum top cover and as a novelty item the manufacturer has also used a steel bar around the chassis, which can be used for attaching the accessory box or for working with the cable router.

Packaging, A Closer Look Part I

Recently we have just taken a look at the brand new gaming mouse from G.SKILL and were quite impressed overall by the product; the company did not only want to make an impression on the gaming mice front, but has also extended to the gaming keyboards area which is also a very competitive segment. By making sure that their product will make a good impression, the KM780 RGB keyboard is using Cherry MX RGB switches, which are meant for high-end gaming peripherals and for some time they were also exclusive to some brands. While we have got a sample with MX Brown switches, the KM780 RGB is also available in variants with MX Red and MX Blue. Since the keyboard is quite large with dimensions of 518mm x 172mm x 48mm, the packaging is too; on the top area, the manufacturer has placed a photo with the keyboard in operation along with some pictograms which represent some of the main product features:

On the top right corner, we are shown the type of switches KM780 RGB comes with:

If we take a quick look on the side, we will get to see the technical specifications, system requirements and also the package contents:

A presentation of the main product components can be spotted on the back side:

After removing the top packaging layer, we will end up with a plain cardboard box of the same size:

KM780 RGB keyboard is also wrapped inside a transparent plastic bag for extra protection:

Documentation along with the rest of the bundle are available on the lower layer:

The Quick Start Guide is accompanied by a Warranty Guide leaflet, a special plastic enclosure, but also one wrist rest:

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