Introduction
Rantopad is a newcomer to the gaming peripherals market with a focus on a good price-to-performance ratio. The MXX is their first tenkeyless keyboard, and you can get it in blue or gray and with Gateron Red linear or Gateron Blue clicky switches. Both color choices come with the same white backlight with a variety of available effects. I'm taking a look at the gray version with Blue clicky switches.
Specifications
Rantopad MXX |
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LAYOUT: | 87 Keys US |
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MATERIAL: | Aluminum & Plastic |
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WEIGHT: | 645 g |
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DIMENSIONS: | W: 120mm L: 384mm H: 46mm |
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SOFTWARE: | Driverless |
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SWITCH TYPE: | Gateron Blue "clicky" |
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BACKLIGTHING: | White |
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INTERFACE: | USB |
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MODEL #: | N/A |
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The Package
I did not get the Rantopad MXX in its retail package because it is a brand new product. The retail bundle will include a manual and the items pictured above.
Rantopad ships the keyboard with a keycap puller. A worthwhile accessory you won't have to go through the hassle of procuring yourself, it makes cleaning the MXX much easier.
The keyboard's braided cable uses a gold-plated male USB A connector on both ends. This is a much more robust design than the micro and mini USB ports most other keyboards use. Unlike most braided cables, it does not retain bends and is surprisingly flexible.