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Full-size gaming keyboard with aluminium top plate, RGB lighting, oversized volume knob and detachable palm rest

Das Keyboard

Das Keyboard 5QS Mark II Cherry MX2A Red Silent 104-key gaming keyboard

SKU CH-ZS68-Z27GQ

Full-size mechanical keyboard with Cherry MX2A Red Silent switches, RGB lighting, aluminium top plate, oversized volume knob, detachable palm rest and 100-million-keystroke durability

  • StyleStandard
  • Keyboard layoutFull-size
  • Smoother typing feel from factory-lubed Cherry MX2A switches
  • 100-million-keystroke durability for long-term reliability
  • Full-NKRO ensures every simultaneous press registers
  • Aluminium top plate adds rigidity and premium feel
  • RGB lighting with per-key Q software integration

Target users

This full-size keyboard is built for typists and gamers who want a standard 104-key US layout with quiet linear switches and per-key RGB lighting. It suits anyone who values an aluminium top plate and a detachable palm rest for long sessions. Buyers needing a compact form factor or wireless connectivity should look elsewhere.

Deciding specification

The board uses Cherry MX2A Red Silent switches that are factory pre-lubed and rated for 100 million keystrokes, delivering smooth, low-noise actuation without aftermarket modification.

Installation experience

Plug the keyboard into a USB port and it works immediately; the oversized volume knob and dedicated media controls need no driver. Optional Q software adds per-key colour notifications for data such as CPU usage or stock quotes. The detachable palm rest clicks on and off in seconds, and full NKRO ensures every simultaneous press registers.

How it compares

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Price $220.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 3,966 comparable items (median $68.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDas Keyboard
StyleStandard
Size & build
Keyboard layoutFull-size
Shipping weight2.40 kg
Package size559 × 241 × 64 mm

Questions about this item

What does the 104-key US layout give me on a full-size keyboard?

The full-size 104-key US layout provides a complete set of alphanumeric keys, a dedicated number pad, function row, arrow cluster and navigation block for standard typing and gaming workflows.

How does the Cherry MX2A switch design affect real-world use?

Cherry MX2A switches use ring lubrication on the socket dome for smoother keystrokes, and they are pre-lubed from the factory with a rated 100 million keystroke lifetime.

What does the aluminium top plate and detachable palm rest mean for desk setup?

The aluminium top plate adds rigidity to the chassis, while the detachable palm rest can be removed or attached depending on available desk depth and personal comfort preference.

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