Redragon COVE K733 vs UCAL K673Numpad vs 75% Keyboard

No, the COVE K733 is not a full keyboard. It is a dedicated 22-key mechanical numpad designed as a side component for users with compact keyboards that lack a number pad. You will need a separate main keyboard for typing letters and standard keys.

The UCAL K673 product listing does not state it is hot-swappable. The package includes a switch puller and spare switches, which suggests you can replace switches, but likely through soldering or a more involved process rather than a simple hot-swap socket. The COVE K733 explicitly advertises hot-swap capability.

The UCAL K673 has a significantly larger 4000mAh battery, which the manufacturer states is for long-lasting use. The COVE K733 does not have a large battery listed in its specs, suggesting it is better suited for wired use or shorter wireless sessions, aligning with its role as a desk accessory.

For gaming, the COVE K733 has a technical advantage with its 8000 Hz polling rate, which can offer lower latency. Its tiny size also maximizes desk space for mouse movement. However, the K673 is a complete keyboard you can game on directly, while the K733 would only handle numpad inputs alongside your main gaming keyboard.

Based on user reviews from the vendor page, the calculator mode on the COVE K733 may not follow standard operator precedence (e.g., it calculates 2+3*4 as 20 instead of 14). Some users find this behavior non-standard and disappointing for precise calculations.

Both keyboards offer tri-mode connectivity: USB-C wired, Bluetooth, and 2.4 GHz wireless. This allows you to connect them to multiple devices, such as a PC, laptop, or tablet, and switch between them easily.

The specific UCAL K673 model in this comparison uses a QWERTZ layout, which is standard for German, Austrian, and Swiss users. The product listing emphasizes it is ideal for German keyboard users.

The COVE K733 is far more portable. It weighs only 230g and measures 98x165mm, making it easy to slip into a laptop bag. The UCAL K673 weighs 1240g and is a full 75% keyboard, making it less convenient for frequent travel.

Yes, both the Redragon COVE K733 and the UCAL K673 feature RGB backlighting. The K733 has an RGB backlit keypad, and the K673 has dynamic RGB lighting that is adjustable, according to their respective descriptions.

For intensive numerical data entry, the COVE K733 is superior as a dedicated numpad. It has a logical number pad layout and a screen for calculator functions. The UCAL K673 requires using a layered function row for number input, which is slower for dedicated numeric work.

The COVE K733 includes the keyboard, a detachable USB-C cable, and a user manual. The UCAL K673 includes the keyboard, a detachable USB-C cable, a keycap and switch puller, spare switches, and a user manual.