MSI GK-601

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 5 expert reviews

Excellent:

2
Good:

1
Average:

1
Bad:

1

Pros:

Price, 128KB onboard memory, braided cord, great looks, Cherry MX switches

Cons:

Function key placement likely a deal breaker for some, no wrist rest

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Last revision on February 10, 2017

Reviewers Liked

Price, 128KB onboard memory, braided cord, great looks, Cherry MX switches

Reviewers Didn't Like

Function key placement likely a deal breaker for some, no wrist rest

Expert reviews and ratings

By pcGameware UK on March 07, 2014 90

I found the MSI GK-601 Gaming Keyboard to be a very well presented all round package. It houses the rather likeable Cherry MX Red switches which are a firm favourite amongst many Gamers and they perform their job well, even though the MSI GK-601 itself...

By Play3r on February 19, 2014 74

I would have liked to talk a fair bit more about the MSI GK601, but to be honest, I couldn't really think about what more to say. It is pretty much just another mechanical keyboard, albeit styled more towards gaming than general use. It has the usual...

By Kitguru.net on February 04, 2014 80

It seems ironic really that despite all the modern technological developments surrounding the 21st century desktop gaming PC, it’s the mechanical switch, a design that has been around far longer than most, that is hailed as the pinnacle of keyboard...

By bjorn3d.com on October 29, 2013 86

The MSI GK-601 keyboard provides a completely streamlined experience, cutting down on superfluous features while retaining maximum functionality....

By Pureoverclock on July 24, 2013 60

If you are looking for a good mechanical keyboard for gaming with macros, I would suggest you look elsewhere; however this keyboard is very well suited for Photoshop work and...

By Legit Reviews on June 26, 2013

MSI has done a fantastic job designing their first mechanical keyboard. However, the GK-601’s software could be better and given the MSI big reputation, that’s both unexpected and disappointing. On the flipside, the ability to configure nearly any...