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HyperX Origins 2 Pro 65 Review | 64 Data compared

Avg. price:~£130Layout size:65%Connection type:USBSwitch type:hall effectPolling rate:8000 Hz

HyperX Origins 2 Pro 65 Review: Compare 64 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Keyboards category and whether it is worth buying.

6.2/10

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 10
✕
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–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

80%

6.2

Technical score

20%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 77% of keyboards
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 80%
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 10
✕
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–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

34%

4.8

Connectivity & Power

28%

6.2

Switches

20%

9.1

Materials

12%

5.9

Features

6%

5.2

Design

â–¼Worse than 69%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £130
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Technical Specifications of keyboard HyperX Origins 2 Pro 65

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 10
✕
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–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components:

34%

4.8

Connectivity & Power

28%

6.2

Switches

20%

9.1

Materials

12%

5.9

Features

6%

5.2

Design

6.2
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
HyperX Origins 2 Pro 65 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than that of 82.4% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components:

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

7.3
Switch type
hall effect
Switch feel
linear
Switch name
?
Actuation force
?
Min actuation distance
1.8 mm
Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
This keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.8 mm, which is longer than 53.2% of keyboards and equal to 9.4% of keyboards.
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Keyboard type
mechanical
Layout size
65%
Layout standard
ANSI
N. of keys
67
Market range: <64 – >108
This keyboard has 67 keys, which is fewer than 81.7% of keyboards and equal to 4.6% of keyboards.
Profile
high-profile
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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
?
RGB zones
67
Market range: <0 – >104
This keyboard has 67 RGB zones, which is fewer than 66% of keyboards and equal to 4.4% 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
?
Plate material
polycarbonate
Keycap material
?
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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HyperX Origins 2 Pro 65 vs the average keyboard

246810TotalDesignConnectivity & PowerSwitchesMaterialsFeatures
  • 8x higher polling rate
    This keyboard has a higher polling rate than the average keyboard (8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz). The average keyboard has a polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • Adjustable actuation
    This keyboard supports adjustable actuation, the average keyboard does not. 21.9% of keyboards offer adjustable actuation.
  • 0.2 mm shorter actuation distance
    This keyboard has a longer maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.8 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.
    1.8 mm vs 2 mm
  • 2 ° lower typing angle
    This keyboard has a lower typing angle than the average keyboard (3 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.
    3 ° vs 5 °
  • 15.4% lower weight
    This keyboard weighs less than the average keyboard (827.7 g vs 978 g). The average keyboard weighs 978 g.
    827.7 g vs 978 g
  • 3 newer release date
    This keyboard is newer than the average keyboard (2026 vs 2023). The average keyboard was released in 2023.
    January 2026
    2026 vs 2023
  • 2 ° lower typing angle
    This keyboard has a lower typing angle than the average keyboard (3 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.
    3 ° vs 5 °
  • 15.4% lower weight
    This keyboard weighs less than the average keyboard (827.7 g vs 978 g). The average keyboard weighs 978 g.
    827.7 g vs 978 g
  • 3 newer release date
    This keyboard is newer than the average keyboard (2026 vs 2023). The average keyboard was released in 2023.
    January 2026
    2026 vs 2023
  • 8x higher polling rate
    This keyboard has a higher polling rate than the average keyboard (8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz). The average keyboard has a polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • Adjustable actuation
    This keyboard supports adjustable actuation, the average keyboard does not. 21.9% of keyboards offer adjustable actuation.
  • 0.2 mm shorter actuation distance
    This keyboard has a longer maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.8 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.
    1.8 mm vs 2 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
  • 20 fewer keys
    This keyboard has fewer keys than the average keyboard (67 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
    67 vs 87
  • 16 fewer RGB zones
    This keyboard has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (67 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
    67 vs 83
  • 6.15x less popular
    HyperX Origins 2 Pro 65 is less popular than the average keyboard (1 vs 6.2).
    1 vs 6.15
  • 0.1 mm longer minimum actuation distance
    This keyboard has a longer minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.8 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    1.8 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • 7.3% worse value for money
    HyperX Origins 2 Pro 65 has worse value for money than the average keyboard (7.3 vs 7.8).
    7.3 vs 7.84
  • 6.15x less popular
    HyperX Origins 2 Pro 65 is less popular than the average keyboard (1 vs 6.2).
    1 vs 6.15
  • 7.3% worse value for money
    HyperX Origins 2 Pro 65 has worse value for money than the average keyboard (7.3 vs 7.8).
    7.3 vs 7.84
  • 20 fewer keys
    This keyboard has fewer keys than the average keyboard (67 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
    67 vs 87
  • 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
  • 0.1 mm longer minimum actuation distance
    This keyboard has a longer minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.8 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    1.8 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • 16 fewer RGB zones
    This keyboard has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (67 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
    67 vs 83

Video reviews

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Expert reviews

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notebookcheck.biz
04/01/2026
Summary of the review
HP launches HyperX Origins 2 gaming keyboards with 8kHz polling rate and modular design
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xtremehardware.com
05/12/2022
Summary of the review
HyperX Alloy Origins 65 - Review - XtremeHardware.com
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gadgetgear.nl
25/11/2022
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HyperX Alloy Origins 65 Review - GadgetGear.nl
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techgaming.nl
17/11/2022
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Review: HyperX Alloy Origins 65 - TechGaming
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about HyperX Origins 2 Pro 65

  • High-speed 8,000Hz polling rate for ultra-low input latency
  • Premium build with a solid aluminum chassis and baseplate
  • Vibrant, customizable per-key RGB backlighting with excellent brightness
  • Hot-swappable PCB allowing for easy switch customization (Pro version)
  • Durable, textured double-shot PBT keycaps with secondary functions printed on the side
  • Adjustable typing angles with two-stage feet for improved ergonomics
  • Compact 65% form factor that preserves dedicated arrow and navigation keys

What customers don't like about HyperX Origins 2 Pro 65

  • Typing experience can feel inconsistent or 'subpar' compared to high-end enthusiast boards
  • Switches can be loud, with some users reporting a persistent 'pinging' noise
  • Exclusively wired connection with no wireless or Bluetooth options
  • HyperX NGENUITY software is often criticized for being unintuitive and lacking advanced features
  • Onboard memory is limited to only three profiles
  • Lacks 'creature comforts' like a dedicated volume dial or USB pass-through ports
  • Does not include a wrist rest, which may affect comfort during long sessions

Verdict

The HyperX Origins 2 Pro 65 is a high-performance mechanical gaming keyboard featuring a compact 65% form factor with a hot-swappable PCB and a rapid 8,000Hz polling rate for near-instantaneous input. It is built with a durable polycarbonate frame, o-ring mounts for dampened acoustics, and factory-lubed HyperX Linear Red switches with a 1.8mm actuation point and 4.0mm total travel. Main pros include its extreme responsiveness, customizable per-key RGB lighting via NGENUITY software, and the ability to easily swap 5-pin switches without soldering. However, some users note the typing experience can feel subpar compared to enthusiast-grade boards, and its high-profile design lacks an included wrist rest for improved ergonomics.

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