Redragon K617 Fizz
Redragon · 60% · standard height
The Redragon K617 Fizz is a $30 wired 60% with hot-swap sockets and RGB, one of the cheapest ways to try switch swapping on a name-brand board.
Best for: budget, beginners, travel.
Redragon K617 Fizz specs
| Layout | 60% |
|---|---|
| Height | Standard |
| Connectivity | Wired |
| Hot-swap | Yes |
| Stock switches | Redragon (Outemu) Red linear |
| Keycaps | ABS double-shot |
| Case | ABS plastic (two-tone) |
| Mount | tray |
| Backlight | RGB |
| QMK / VIA | No |
| Battery | n/a |
| Typical price | $30 |
| Sound (stock) | light, clacky |
| Released | 2021 |
Fields marked n/a are unpublished by the maker; we list only verifiable numbers rather than guesses.
Where to buy
- Redragon , around $30
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Alternatives to the Redragon K617 Fizz
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