Royal Kludge RK84 vs Yunzii AL7175% vs 65% Wireless Keyboard

The Yunzii AL71 has a larger 4600mAh battery, while the Royal Kludge RK84 has a 3750mAh battery. Based on capacity alone, the AL71 should theoretically offer longer use between charges, though actual battery life depends on usage patterns like RGB brightness and connection mode.

According to the vendor description for the Yunzii AL71, the custom software is supported in Windows only. The keyboard itself is compatible with macOS for basic typing functions, but advanced customization via software may be limited to Windows PCs.

Yes, both are sold as pre-built kits. The RK84 listing confirms it comes with ABS double-shot keycaps and hot-swappable RK switches, plus four replacement switches. The AL71 comes with Cherry profile PBT double-shot keycaps and Yunzii Milk switches.

The Yunzii AL71 is likely better for a quiet office. It lists silent switch options in its metadata and includes extensive sound-dampening materials like Poron and PET foam pads. The RK84's vendor description does not highlight silent switches or internal sound dampening to the same degree.

Yes, the Royal Kludge RK84 supports triple-mode connectivity, including Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz wireless with a dongle, and wired USB-C. The vendor page states it can connect to up to three devices via Bluetooth.

The RK84 uses a 75% layout, which keeps the function row (F1-F12), arrow keys, and a column of navigation keys like Insert and Delete. The AL71 uses a 65% layout, which omits the function row and further condenses the navigation cluster, requiring the use of function layers to access those keys.

The Yunzii AL71 features south-facing RGB LEDs. While its PBT keycaps are double-shot, the product listing does not explicitly state they are shine-through. South-facing LEDs are often used to avoid interference with Cherry-profile keycaps, but backlighting may be more subtle compared to north-facing LEDs with shine-through legends.

The Yunzii AL71 is significantly heavier, weighing 1300g (approximately 2.87 lbs), due to its aluminum case. The Royal Kludge RK84 with its plastic case weighs 803.5g (approximately 1.77 lbs).

Yes, both keyboards are hot-swappable. The RK84 uses hot-swappable sockets for its RK switches. The AL71 uses TTC hotswap sockets that support both 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches, offering broader compatibility.

A gasket mount, featured in the Yunzii AL71, is a design where the plate holding the switches is suspended within the case using rubber or silicone gaskets. This isolates typing vibrations, often resulting in a softer, more consistent typing feel and a deeper, more muted sound compared to traditional tray or top mount designs.

The vendor description for the RK84 mentions 'DIY Software Supports' but does not specify VIA or QMK compatibility. The metadata for the Yunzii AL71 explicitly states it is not QMK or VIA compatible, relying on its own custom software.