Aukey KM-G3

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 11 expert reviews

Excellent:

4
Good:

2
Average:

5
Bad:

0

Pros:

No driver needed
FN keys give extra functionality
Low-cost RGB keyboard

Cons:

Instructions seem to have been translated by Google Translate
Feels a little light Cheap keycaps

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Last revision on November 5, 2020

Reviewers Liked

No driver needed
FN keys give extra functionality
Low-cost RGB keyboard
RGB lighting works as expected

Reviewers Didn't Like

Instructions seem to have been translated by Google Translate
Feels a little light Cheap keycaps
No macro options and a limited lighting range due to lack of software
Only two rubber pads on the bottom without the optional tilt legs flipped out

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Expert reviews and ratings

If you want a keyboard that has Cherry MX Blue-like mechanical switches, a low price, and you aren't too fused about other features or premium materials, the KM-G3 is a good choice. The only issue I have with the keyboard is it's priced against other...

By windowscentral.com on October 02, 2018

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By HotHardware on February 20, 2018

If you're in the market for a new mechanical gaming keyboard, there are definitely options available that don't break the bank. The Aukey KM-G3 mechanical keyboard has a nice compact design, a good tactile experience, and robust lighting customization...

By techaeris.com on May 07, 2017

Yes, if you want an inexpensive mechanical keyboard that's good for both gaming and general use. Aukey's KM-G3 isn't perfect, but it's affordable and fits nicely into a casual gaming niche that many keyboards fail to...

By Digital Trends on April 26, 2017

The Aukey KM-G3 isn't the best keyboard, but at half the price of the competition it's a good budget-friendly option.

By PCWorld on April 06, 2017

The AUKEY KM-G3 Keyboard is currently retailing for just under $60 on amazon.com. Cheap Outemu switches No driver needed FN keys give extra functionality Good range of lighting options Instructions seem to have been translated by Google Translate. Feels...

By techPowerUp! on December 05, 2016

The KM-G3 is AUKEY's recently released mechanical gaming keyboard. The consumer electronics and mobile accessories company launched the model this past July and it is currently the only one available for purchase on Amazon .At 2.1 lbs, the KM-G3 wired...

By Neowin on October 06, 2016

It is crystal clear that AUKEY's engineers designed the KM-G3 RGB Mechanical keyboard to compete in terms of value. They knew that, in order to be competitive, they would need to design a mechanical keyboard with RGB backlighting that costs...

By AnandTech on October 28, 2019

But again: This is an $80 keyboard. One that's often on sale for only $60. (Right now, it's $65 on Amazon.) Considering the $120 to $180 asked by many of the more mainstream manufacturers, the Aukey KM-G3 is one hell of a deal. You get a basic...

By PCWorld New Zealand on April 06, 2017

The RGB lighting effects with the AUKEY keyboard don't require any software, so a combination of keys (FN + INS or DEL) is all you need to cycle between colors and patterns, with separate controls for backlight intensity.A wave of color effect in motion...

By PCPer on December 01, 2016

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