Introducing the MSI Vigor GK41: A lot of keyboards for a little money

Following the last model in MSI’s Vigor series, the Vigor GK71, the new Vigor GK41 is at the lower end of the price spectrum, relying on many innovations in the high-end range. For only 55 euros The manufacturer from Taiwan offers a full size keyboard with a ten key pad with mechanical key switches

Red Kailh linear key switches and limited LED options

As expected, these benefits also come with some limitations, which, however, don’t matter to the price-conscious user: – tried and tested – there is no other option. Mechanical Kailh linear red switchSwitch has less durable ones ABS switch And lighting options are included Six selectable colors for ten specific light zones Not as versatile as you’re used to with higher-priced models. The scope of delivery includes a tool to remove the keycaps, so they appear to be replaceable if necessary.

provides buttons 6+N key rollover and anti-ghosting, and many settings for lighting effects and hotkeys can be made in the MSI Center software. The stands allow three adjustable keyboard tilts up to seven degrees.

At the other end of the price spectrum: the MSI Vigor GK71

Just a few months ago we tested MSI’s current flagship keyboard, the Vigor GK71. It was noticeably out of line in many respects: the built-in MSI Sonic switches trigger extremely quickly thanks to their low key resistance and are very suitable for responsive gaming after a short period of getting used to them. The switches have unconventional semi-transparent keycaps, which gave us mixed feelings with their high brightness and overloaded overall look.

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