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Ducky One RGB TKL Review | 64 Data compared

Avg. price:~ÂŁ110Layout size:TKLConnection type:USBSwitch type:mechanicalPolling rate:1000 Hz

Ducky One RGB TKL Review: Compare 64 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Keyboards category and whether it is worth buying.

Ducky One RGB TKL
6.0/10

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the keyboard's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best keyboards on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

80%

5.5

Technical score

20%

8.2

User score

â–ĽWorse than 83% of keyboards
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the keyboard's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a keyboard that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–ĽWorse than 85%
5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Keyboards category across these key areas: Switches, Design, Connectivity & Power, Features, Materials.
When it matters
When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–Ľ
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

34%

4.6

Connectivity & Power

28%

2.6

Switches

20%

10

Materials

12%

6.3

Features

6%

6.9

Design

â–ĽWorse than 84%
8.2

User score

User score
8.2/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–˛ Better than 61% of models
Score components

70%

9.1

User ratings

30%

5.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–˛Better than 61%
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Technical Specifications of keyboard Ducky One RGB TKL

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Keyboards category across these key areas: Switches, Design, Connectivity & Power, Features, Materials.
When it matters
When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 84% of models
Score components:

34%

4.6

Connectivity & Power

28%

2.6

Switches

20%

10

Materials

12%

6.3

Features

6%

6.9

Design

5.5
User score
User score
8.2/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
â–Ľ
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–˛ Better than 61% of models
Score components

70%

9.1

User ratings

30%

5.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.2
Popularity
Popularity
5.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the keyboard.
When it matters
When you prefer a keyboard that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 54% of models
Popularity:
Ducky One RGB TKL has a popularity score of 5.9 points, which is lower than that of 52.4% of products in this category.
5.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the keyboard's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a keyboard that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 85% of models
Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.2
Switch type
mechanical
Switch feel
linear / tactile / clicky
Switch name
Cherry MX
Actuation force
45 g
Min actuation distance
1.2 mm
Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
This keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.2 mm, which is shorter than 59.8% of keyboards and equal to 16.3% of keyboards.
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Keyboard type
mechanical
Layout size
TKL
Layout standard
?
N. of keys
87
Market range: <64 – >108
This keyboard has 87 keys, which is more than 44.6% of keyboards and equal to 18% of keyboards.
Profile
standard
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Connection type
USB
This keyboard offers USB connectivity, which is less versatile than 57.6% of keyboards and equal to 42.5% of keyboards.
Multi-device pairing
N/A
Bluetooth version
N/A
Mac compatibility
no
This keyboard is not Mac compatible. 42.4% of keyboards work with Mac.
Battery life
N/A
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RGB lighting
yes
This keyboard has RGB lighting. 12.4% of keyboards have RGB lighting.
Per-key RGB
yes
This keyboard has per-key RGB lighting. 27.6% of keyboards have per-key RGB lighting.
RGB zones
87
Market range: <0 – >104
This keyboard has 87 RGB zones, which is more than 58.4% of keyboards and equal to 11.6% of keyboards.
Underglow / side lighting
no
This keyboard does not include underglow lighting. 8% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
Backlight direction
north-facing
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Case material
plastic
Plate material
steel
Keycap material
ABS
Keycap profile
OEM
Legend method
double-shot
This keyboard uses double-shot legends, which are more durable than 25.1% of keyboards and equal to 74.9% of keyboards.
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Ducky One RGB TKL vs the average keyboard

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  • 0.5 mm shorter actuation distance
    This keyboard has a shorter minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.2 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    1.2 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • 0.5 mm shorter actuation distance
    This keyboard has a shorter minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.2 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    1.2 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • Less versatile connectivity
    This keyboard offers less versatile connectivity than the average keyboard (USB vs USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth). The average keyboard offers USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth connectivity.
    USB vs USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
  • No hot-swap support
    This keyboard does not support hot-swappable switches, the average keyboard does. 64.7% of keyboards support hot-swappable switches.
  • Less convenient charging port
    This keyboard uses Micro-USB for charging, while the average keyboard uses USB-C.
    Micro-USB vs USB-C
  • 0.2 mm longer actuation distance
    This keyboard has a shorter maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (2.2 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.
    2.2 mm vs 2 mm
  • 12.5% higher weight
    This keyboard weighs more than the average keyboard (1,100 g vs 978 g). The average keyboard weighs 978 g.
    1,100 g vs 978 g
  • 8.9% worse value for money
    Ducky One RGB TKL has worse value for money than the average keyboard (7.19 vs 7.8).
    7.19 vs 7.84
  • 7 older release date
    This keyboard is older than the average keyboard (2016 vs 2023). The average keyboard was released in 2023.
    June 2016
    2016 vs 2023
  • 2.75 mm higher keyboard height
    This keyboard is taller than the average keyboard (41 mm vs 38.25 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.25 mm.
    41 mm vs 38.25 mm
  • 8.9% worse value for money
    Ducky One RGB TKL has worse value for money than the average keyboard (7.19 vs 7.8).
    7.19 vs 7.84
  • 12.5% higher weight
    This keyboard weighs more than the average keyboard (1,100 g vs 978 g). The average keyboard weighs 978 g.
    1,100 g vs 978 g
  • 2.75 mm higher keyboard height
    This keyboard is taller than the average keyboard (41 mm vs 38.25 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.25 mm.
    41 mm vs 38.25 mm
  • 7 older release date
    This keyboard is older than the average keyboard (2016 vs 2023). The average keyboard was released in 2023.
    June 2016
    2016 vs 2023
  • Less versatile connectivity
    This keyboard offers less versatile connectivity than the average keyboard (USB vs USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth). The average keyboard offers USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth connectivity.
    USB vs USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
  • Less convenient charging port
    This keyboard uses Micro-USB for charging, while the average keyboard uses USB-C.
    Micro-USB vs USB-C
  • No hot-swap support
    This keyboard does not support hot-swappable switches, the average keyboard does. 64.7% of keyboards support hot-swappable switches.
  • 0.2 mm longer actuation distance
    This keyboard has a shorter maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (2.2 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.
    2.2 mm vs 2 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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rtings.com
29/09/2020
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17/03/2022
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playcentral.de
14/09/2022
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03/05/2020
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15/05/2016
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: June 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Ducky One RGB TKL

  • Exceptional build quality with a solid, heavy plastic frame and minimal flex
  • High-quality double-shot PBT keycaps that are durable and resistant to shine
  • Outstanding typing experience with a wide variety of Cherry MX switch options
  • Full RGB backlighting with vibrant colors and multiple customisable modes
  • Highly customisable via onboard hardware (macros and lighting) and dip switches
  • Standard bottom row layout makes it easy to find and fit aftermarket keycap sets
  • Compact tenkeyless (TKL) design saves desk space for mouse movement
  • Detachable USB cable and 3-stage adjustable feet for better ergonomics

What customers don't like about Ducky One RGB TKL

  • Onboard macro and lighting programming can be complex and difficult to learn
  • Companion software is often limited (Windows only) or missing for some models
  • Lack of a wrist rest can lead to discomfort during long typing sessions
  • Wired-only connectivity may not suit users looking for a clean, wireless setup
  • Legends on some keycaps are not shine-through, making them hard to read in the dark
  • Some users reported key chattering issues (double-typing) on certain firmware versions
  • Relatively high price point compared to some other mainstream mechanical keyboards

Verdict

The Ducky One RGB TKL is a high-performance tenkeyless mechanical keyboard featuring a space-saving 87-key layout, original Cherry MX RGB switches, and durable double-shot ABS or PBT keycaps. It boasts a solid build with a dual-layer PCB and a slim bezel design that houses customizable per-key RGB backlighting with multiple lighting presets. Main pros include its exceptional typing feel, hardware-based macro programming that requires no drivers, and a detachable gold-plated Micro USB (or USB-C on later revisions) cable with 3-way routing. However, notable cons include the lack of a dedicated wrist rest, a somewhat steep learning curve for the onboard programming without software, and non-sleeved cables that can be stiff to route.

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