HyperX Alloy Origins Core
Gaming Keyboards

Alloy Origins Core

HyperX

Released Apr 2020

Mechanical gaming keyboard with per-key RGB, enhanced switches, solid aluminum build, detachable USB-C, and compact attractive design. The HyperX Alloy Origins Core scores 85/100 based on 18 expert reviews.

Critic Score

8518 reviews

Where to buy

Pros

  • Per-key rgb customization(16)
  • Improved mechanical switches(11)
  • Solid build quality with aluminum body(10)
  • Detachable usb-c cable(7)
  • Attractive, compact design(5)

Cons

  • No dedicated media keys(7)
  • Little expensive(3)
  • No wrist rest included(3)
  • No hot-swappable switches(2)
  • No numpad may be inconvenient for some users(2)

18 Critic Reviews

93
Powerup-gamingMay 2021

The HyperX Alloy Origins Core is a solid, well-built gaming keyboard with excellent typing experience and vibrant RGB lighting, though it lacks dedicated media keys.

92
Xander51 MediumApr 2021

The HyperX Alloy Origins Core is an excellent gaming keyboard with phenomenal build quality and capable performance at a super-competitive price point.

92
FunkykitJul 2022

The HyperX Alloy Origins 65 is a balanced keyboard which blends compactness and functionality, but compromises nothing.

90
IgnNov 2020

The HyperX Alloy Origins Core is a fantastic keyboard, especially if you're looking for a good mechanical keyboard that you can carry around.

88
MakeuseofFeb 2021

The HyperX Alloy Origins Core is an impressive compact TKL gaming keyboard with excellent build quality, customizable RGB lighting, and good value at $89, though it's held back by beta software and la...

87
HappymagMay 2021

The HyperX Alloy Origins 60 is compact, versatile, durable, and possibly the best 60% keyboard on the market.

85
Tomshardware

HyperX's $110 Alloy Origins is a well-designed, colorful and compact mechanical keyboard that's good for those who want a quality product but also want to skip the fuss and just get down to gaming.

85
ThegamerMay 2021

The HyperX Alloy Origins Core is a premium TKL keyboard with excellent build quality, portability, and full gaming functionality that proves less can be more for desk space.

85
PixelatedgamerApr 2020

The HyperX Alloy Origins Core with Aqua Tactile Switches proves to be an excellent option in their already outstanding lineup of Mechanical Gaming Keyboards.

85
Gamesradar

The HyperX Alloy Origins 65 is one of the best 65% keyboards on the market thanks to its satisfying switches, solid design, and speedy response times.

85
Cnet

The HyperX Alloy Origins 60 is a solid pint-size pick for gaming and work, offering a compact design with premium build quality and bright RGB lighting.

82
TechpowerupApr 2021

The HyperX Alloy Origins Core is a TKL mechanical keyboard built on the same solid foundation as the full-size Alloy Origins, now available with HyperX Aqua tactile switches.

82
Switchandclick

The HyperX Alloy Origins Core offers exceptional build quality with an aircraft-grade aluminum frame and great HyperX Red switches at an impressive price point under $100.

82
HardcoregamerApr 2021

The HyperX Alloy Origins Core mechanical keyboard with blue clicky switches remains intact while offering a different switch solution for those that desire it.

82
TechgogglesDec 2020

The HyperX Alloy Origins Core with Aqua switches offers an excellent typing and gaming experience with solid build quality, though its high price may deter some buyers.

80
ZdnetJan 2026

HyperX reinforced its position as a solid producer of affordable, well-made gaming peripherals with this tenkeyless mechanical keyboard, but its choice of keycaps dragged down what could have been a n...

75
Versus

The HyperX Alloy Origins Core is a tenkeyless mechanical gaming keyboard with HyperX Red linear switches, RGB lighting, and aluminum construction.

72
AttackongeekDec 2025

The HyperX Alloy Origins is a solid, compact, portable gaming keyboard with premium design and customizable features, though it's expensive and not significantly different from competitors.