Royal Kludge RK61 vs Yunzii AL7160% Size or Aluminum Build
Choose the RK61 for its lighter, more compact 60% layout, or the AL71 for its aluminum case, RGB lighting, and layered sound dampening.
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Which one should you get?
Get the
Royal Kludge RK61
Build quality in the bottom 20% of 60% boards under $50.
- Compact 60% ANSI layout measures 39 x 292 x 101 mm.
- At 500 g, it is much lighter than the AL71.
- Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, and wired USB-C connections.
- Compact layout only. No function row, dedicated arrow keys, or numpad.
Get the
Yunzii AL71
Battery
- Aluminum case with gasket mount and polycarbonate plate.
- Vendor describes IXPE gasket padding, Poron sandwich and socket foam, and PET sound pads.
- TTC hot-swap sockets support 3-pin and 5-pin switches, according to the vendor.
- South-facing LEDs. Shine-through legends stay dark, and some sculpted keycaps can clip the LED.
Choose the Royal Kludge RK61 if low weight and a 60% footprint are your priorities, and you are comfortable with its lack of dedicated arrow keys and function row. Pick the Yunzii AL71 if you want an aluminum case, RGB, a larger layout, and the vendor-described sound-dampening construction. Check the AL71 keycap note if illuminated legends or sculpted keycaps matter to you.
The differences that matter
Skip the 40-row spec sheet. These are the specs that change how each board feels, sounds, and fits your desk.
Royal Kludge RK61
Yunzii AL71
Layout size
60%
68%
Battery
1,450 mAh
4,600 mAh
A larger battery means fewer cables during the day
Switch options
Clicky, Linear, Tactile
Clicky, Linear, Silent
Weight
500 g
1,300 g
Heavier boards stay planted and lighter ones travel
Sound dampening
No
Yes
- Royal Kludge RK61
- Yunzii AL71
- Performance
- 5670
- Build quality
- 5173
- Productivity
- 6971
- Customizability
- 5869
- Portability
- 88100
- Connection: Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
- Hot-swappable
What will you mostly use it for?
The AL71 takes most desk-based categories on the strength of its larger layout, RGB, and more detailed construction. For modding, its described socket support and internal materials offer more specific customization options. The RK61 is the more travel-oriented choice because it is substantially lighter and uses a smaller layout. Both retain tri-mode connectivity and hot-swap support, so those features do not decide the comparison.
Pick the Yunzii AL71
- The AL71 supports N-key rollover, as does the RK61, so neither has a stated advantage on that feature.
- The AL71 offers a 68% layout, while the RK61 is 60% and lacks dedicated arrow keys.
- The AL71 has RGB lighting; the RK61 has no RGB listed.
Royal Kludge RK61 vs Yunzii AL71 specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
9 of 22 specs differ
Royal Kludge RK61
Yunzii AL71
Switch options
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Sound dampening
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Display
Media keys
Connection
Battery
USB-C
Case material
Plate material
Keycaps
Weight
Dimensions
Typing angle
Backlight
N-key rollover
Mac & Windows
Released
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Royal Kludge RK61 vs Yunzii AL71: your questions
The RK61 is a 60% board weighing 500 g, while the AL71 has a 68% layout listing and weighs 1300 g. The AL71 adds an aluminum case, RGB lighting, and vendor-described sound-dampening layers.
The RK61 is the lighter option at 500 g, and its 60% layout is smaller than the AL71's listed 68% layout. Both support Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz wireless connections.
No. The RK61's compatibility rule specifies that its compact layout has no dedicated arrow keys, function row, or numpad.
Yes, the AL71 is listed with RGB lighting, including south-facing LEDs. Its vendor description also mentions side case lights.
Both keyboards are listed as hot-swappable. The AL71 vendor description specifies TTC sockets that support 3-pin or 5-pin switches.
Both list Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, and wired connectivity through USB-C. The RK61 vendor describes a multi-device connection feature, while the AL71 vendor describes switches for changing connection modes.
The Yunzii AL71 lists a 4600mAh battery, compared with the RK61's 1450mAh battery. Battery capacity alone does not establish how long either keyboard will run between charges.
The AL71's south-facing LEDs may leave shine-through legends dark, and its compatibility rule warns that some sculpted keycaps can clip the LED. Consider this limitation when choosing replacement keycaps.
The AL71 has a larger listed layout than the RK61, which may suit buyers who want a less compact arrangement. The RK61 specifically lacks dedicated arrow keys, so consider that layout constraint if you use arrows often.
The AL71 has an aluminum case and polycarbonate plate. Its vendor describes an IXPE gasket pad, Poron sandwich and socket foam, and PET sound pads for sound absorption.
Both product listings include Mac/Windows support. The AL71 vendor also describes switches for toggling between Windows and macOS.
The Royal Kludge RK61 weighs 500 g, while the Yunzii AL71 weighs 1300 g. The RK61 is therefore the lighter choice for buyers who frequently move their keyboard.
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