HyperX have brought a lot of solid, recognizable, and well priced gaming peripherals to the market. The Alloy FPS is another one of those peripherals that screams HyperX through and through. Feeling completely solid and well built is definitely a requirement for a keyboard that is advertised to be hauled around to gaming events. Sticking with proper MX Cherry switches means you get a tried and true design and longevity, even if blues aren’t my first choice for FPS gaming. The ability to change lighting brightness and modes without software is always a plus, as is offering physical customizability with the key caps and even a puller.
However, while HyperX have managed to put together an overall great product on its own, it gets drowned out by its similarly priced competitors. At the time of writing this review both the HyperX Alloy FPS and the Corsair K70 Lux (Red LED, MX blue switches) are at a sale price of $139.99 CAD. The K70 Lux gives you dedicated media controls, a full USB pass through instead of just a charging port, and a wrist rest. It’s hard to justify choosing the Alloy FPS when you know you can get the extra options for the same cost.
