Cooler Master CK721 Wireless RGB Keyboard Review

[@javierpauloni4844]

This is the first time that I see a review of mechanical keyboard with ISO layout.

[@johnmothtech]

The most important thing for a proper custom keyboard is ofc missing, as it's almost always the case - either via or qmk compatibility or included option to change layer mapping! For a pricy keyboard that aspires to be interesting to a custom comunity this is a mandatory feature!

[@superblitz2274]

Can't you use cooler master software?

[@johnmothtech]

@@superblitz2274 did you watch the video? No, there is no option to change layer mapping, just the main layer keybinds

[@camotech1314]

Where does it say that it's a custom keyboard lol

[@ciaranplunkett1395]

This keyboard would've been cool... 1 year ago, when they first unveiled it (as MK721). In the meantime, plenty of manufacturers have ramped up production of 65% / 75% "exploded" and those boards have hotswap sockets.

[@ciaranplunkett1395]

@KitGuruTech lads what's the story here?

[@kokoaandpapaya]

got any recommendations? im considering buying a wireless keyboard and swapping the switches and caps

[@DrSamE]

How it would've been cool year ago? But not anymore? Year is extremely short time...

[@Camacho557]

@@kokoaandpapaya Akko 3068b or 3061s, easy choice

[@hamfrey93]

Hey! Really great review! Gota question though. Besides switch through the BT devices, could you also switch between the Wire and the RF with the use of the Hotkeys? I was thinking of using it as I kinda of KVM switch between two devices that do not have bluetooth, and pressing just two hotkeys on the keyboard to go from the first device to the second would be really nice!

[@zakariyyagardee8934]

Thanks for the great and insightful review. Has made me convinced that despite the wirelessness and cool dial, the fact that these do not come with the option to get silent switches and have a relatively poor sounding battery life are dealbreakers. I think I will end up going with the Ducky one two SF, although I do wish it had wirelessness.

[@Whachadoon]

The response time on a ducky is awfully bad.

[@zakariyyagardee8934]

@@Whachadoon I haven't experienced any issues, but I'm not a hardcore gamer. The typing experience is amazing.

[@TTURKI]

9:29 your only criticism is the reason why i'm looking for another keyboard after using it for 9 months. and also for the rapid trigger

[@TTURKI]

I'm looking at the Drunkdeer a75 pro, do you think it would be an upgrade or should i look at something else ?

[@ninarat1313]

I have the Cooler master CK721 sakura keyboard but im so confused on how to charge it,

[@moringlasses7655]

Hiya thanks for your video - just got the keyboard recently and the instructions guide booklet is clearly not enough! One question from me though, I had been using the wireless bluetooth mode for a while with LED on, and some time later the LED is just gone. After one night of charging, the LED still isn't backed even when I tried pressing FN T or adjust it with my dial. The bottom indicator between shift and the up button is flickering in red - wondering if that affects anything?

[@Belznis]

Think this is the one LGR did a review on. At least looks similar, but that one was much more simple I guess and you could change the switches. He said that he never used the volume type button. I wonder how waterproof that thing is, but looks great.

[@garethg8226]

Not interested in this one but am looking forward to seeing reviews of the new Xtrfy 65% board.

[@KenOtwell]

I want one of these in an ergonomic shape. I've been using one for decades because it cured my carpal tunnel and that really limits my options.

[@KitGuruTech]

What keyboard do you currently use Ken ?

[@KenOtwell]

@@KitGuruTech Currently it's a Fellowes knockoff of Microsoft's Natural Keyboard. I really like the key layout and shape because I can keep my wrists straight. I'm a retired software engineer and have been typing for hours a day over decades and I hate the straight, flat keyboards. My next one will probably be the Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic Keyboard for Business (5KV-00001 ) because I can move the keypad and keep my mouse closer.

[@Guildamful]

Any thoughts on the keyboard and software now? I'm really considering buying it

This Keyboard is $30 USD on Amazon right now.

[@nofreenamestoreg]

Well, most of the keyboard community is happy to see keyboards that are mostly ready of the box and do not need modding and additional investing. This is not like overclocking...

[@JackWoodhams]

This keyboard is 100% usable out of the box. The modding stuff is just if you feel like it. 👌

[@363leviev]

bt or 2.4Ghz which one should i choose while playing the game

[@developer-fi]

Is some of those keycaps custom sized or can I replace all of them without any problems?

[@wgbell19]

Is it hot swappable?

[@smp24298]

this is two years later and still having problems with the software

[@leedaq7767]

add the top function keys and i will buy one CM

[@frikkievuiltrens]

The quality of the keycaps on this keyboard is rubbish, it became shiny within a few weeks, I was so disappointed.

[@KitGuruTech]

That’s a shame thanks for taking the time to feedback your findings.

[@abowden5079]

Try washing the dorito oil off your hands before using it. Smdh...turned shiny... wash ya damn hands

[@poypoygerminal6778]

you will know the exact battery life if you are in Bluetooth mode in settings of your laptop/pc

[@TheInvoker78]

6 hours for 60% battery?

[@mrmondaynight3131]

Has anyone had any issues with the esc button not working?

[@discocrisco]

I want to like CM keyboards, but there is always a deal-breaker with every one of them. It's the Mac compatibility for me on this one.

[@supdawg7811]

You’re disappointed that it has Mac compatibility?

[@hamfrey93]

Hey! Really great review! Gota question though. Besides switch through the BT devices, could you also switch between the Wire and the RF with the use of the Hotkeys? I was thinking of using it as I kinda of KVM switch between two devices that do not have bluetooth, and pressing just two hotkeys on the keyboard to go from the first device to the second would be really nice!