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Full-size black mechanical keyboard with RGB backlighting and braided USB-C cable

HyperX

HyperX Alloy Origins 104-Key Gaming Keyboard Black 8000Hz Hot Swap Linear Ice Axis

SKU CH-KN9X-V1KET

Full-size mechanical gaming keyboard with hot-swappable linear switches, 8000 Hz polling, per-key RGB lighting, gasket mount, and interchangeable magnetic top panels

  • StyleGaming
  • Keyboard layoutFull-size
  • Keycap details104
  • Keyboard colorBlack
  • HandednessBoth Hands
  • Mouse colorBlack
  • Full-size 104-key layout with dedicated media controls
  • Hot-swappable 5-pin PCB lets you change switches without soldering
  • Gasket-mounted polycarbonate plate delivers a cushioned typing feel
  • Per-key RGB with 16,777,216 colours and 5 brightness levels
  • 8000 Hz polling rate for ultra-low input latency

Full-size mechanical keyboard for competitive

The HyperX Alloy Origins uses a full-size 104-key layout with hot-swappable 5-pin linear switches that require 40g actuation force and 1.8mm pre-travel. A gasket-mounted polycarbonate plate and 8000Hz polling rate deliver consistent response for PC, PS5 and Xbox platforms.

Sustained-session behaviour

The gasket structure absorbs repeated bottom-out forces across long matches while the 8000Hz polling rate maintains low-latency reporting without degradation. Per-key RGB at 16777216 colours and five brightness levels stay stable, and on-board memory holds 10 profiles for instant switching.

Linear HyperX Ice switches decide the feel

HyperX 2nd Generation Linear Ice Axis switches provide a smooth 4.0mm total travel with no tactile bump or audible click, suiting rapid repeated keystrokes. Builders who want tactile feedback or a clicky sound profile should choose a different switch type.

How it compares

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Price $117.99
Pricier than about 74% of the 3,966 comparable items (median $68.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameHyperX
StyleGaming
Keyboard colorBlack
Product typeWired
Mouse colorBlack
Size & build
Keyboard layoutFull-size
Keycap details104
HandednessBoth Hands

Questions about this item

Does the 8000 Hz polling rate make the keyboard run hotter or louder during long sessions?

No, the 8000 Hz polling rate only affects input reporting speed; the keyboard has no active cooling or moving parts that generate heat or noise.

What host port and operating system do I need for the USB-C to USB-A cable to work?

A standard USB-A port on Windows, macOS, Linux, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X

Will my existing 5-pin linear switches drop straight into the hot-swap sockets?

Yes, the PCB accepts any 5-pin mechanical switch, so you can replace the stock HyperX 2nd-gen linear axes without soldering.

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