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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£140
  • Avg. price in US: ~$150
  • Layout size: TKL
  • Connection type: USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
  • Switch type: hall effect
  • Polling rate: 1000 Hz

Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro review. Compare 64 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among keyboards and if it is worth buying.

8.1

Overall score

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 components:

80.0%

7.9

Technical Score

20.0%

9.1

User score

Excellent
7.9

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the keyboard's technical performance, covering key areas such as switch feel, typing and gaming performance, layout and features, connectivity, build quality, backlighting, software, and comfort.

When it matters: When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

34.0%

8.2

Connectivity & Power

28.0%

6.9

Switches

20.0%

9.0

Materials

12.0%

7.6

Features

6.0%

7.4

Design

Very good
9.1

User score

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 components:

70.0%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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Exceptional
  • 7.5
    Gaming

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Polling rate

    24.0%

    10

    Rapid trigger

    20.0%

    10

    Adjustable actuation

    16.0%

    10

    Hot-swappable switches

    12.0%

    10

    Onboard memory

  • 9.5
    Typing

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Wrist rest included

    24.0%

    8.0

    Legend method

    20.0%

    10

    Adjustable feet

    15.0%

    10

    Typing angle

    13.0%

    10

    Pre-lubed stabilizers

  • 4.1
    Programming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    1.0

    QMK support

    26.0%

    1.0

    VIA support

    18.0%

    10

    Mac compatibility

    14.0%

    4.0

    Multi-device pairing

    12.0%

    10

    Connection type

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Verdict

The Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro is a high-performance tenkeyless gaming keyboard featuring an anodized aluminum top plate and innovative Hall Effect magnetic switches. These linear switches offer extreme durability with a 150-million-click lifecycle and high levels of customization, including adjustable actuation points from 0.1mm to 4.0mm and Rapid Trigger functionality for near-instant key resets. Its standout features include a dedicated push-to-mute volume dial, per-key AIMO intelligent RGB lighting, and storage for up to five onboard profiles managed via Swarm II software. Main advantages are its sleek low-profile aesthetic, exceptionally responsive performance for competitive gaming, and broad third-party keycap compatibility. However, potential drawbacks include the use of ABS keycaps which may develop shine over time, a somewhat unrefined typing feel for non-gaming tasks, and a basic, non-padded wrist rest.

Technical Specifications of Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the keyboard's technical performance, covering key areas such as switch feel, typing and gaming performance, layout and features, connectivity, build quality, backlighting, software, and comfort.

When it matters: When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

34.0%

8.2

Connectivity & Power

28.0%

6.9

Switches

20.0%

9.0

Materials

12.0%

7.6

Features

6.0%

7.4

Design

7.9
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro has a technical score of 7.9 points, which is higher than that of 96.9% of products in this category.
User score

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 components:

70.0%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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9.1
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro has a user score of 9.13 points, which is higher than that of 76.8% of products in this category.
Popularity
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.
10
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 68.6% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

8.1

Overall score

40.0%

9.8

Price

8.6
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.6 points, which is higher than 96.6% of products in this category.
Switch type
What it is: Identifies the switch technology used by the keyboard, such as mechanical, optical, or Hall effect.
When it matters: When you are choosing between different response technologies and their long-term behavior.

Importance: HIGH

hall effect
Switch feel
What it is: Describes the keypress character, such as linear, tactile, or clicky.
When it matters: When the sensation of each keypress changes comfort, control, and noise level for your use.

Importance: HIGH

linear
Switch name
What it is: States the specific switch model used by the keyboard.
When it matters: When the exact switch model matters because small tuning differences affect your preference.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Actuation force
What it is: Measures how much force is needed to actuate a key.
When it matters: When finger fatigue, accidental presses, or key resistance matters to your typing style.

Importance: HIGH

30 g
Min actuation distance
What it is: Measures the shortest key travel needed to register an input.
When it matters: When faster key response matters and you want the shortest possible trigger point under your fingers.

Importance: MEDIUM

0.1 mm
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro has a minimum actuation distance of 0.1 mm, which is shorter than 81.8% of keyboards and equal to 14.4% of keyboards.
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Keyboard type
What it is: Identifies the keyboard technology, such as mechanical, membrane, optical, or Hall effect.
When it matters: When you need a keyboard built around a specific switch technology or feel profile.

Importance: HIGH

mechanical
Layout size
What it is: States the keyboard form factor and how much of the standard keyset it includes.
When it matters: When desk space, portability, or access to a full key set affects how you work or play.

Importance: HIGH

TKL
Layout standard
What it is: Specifies the regional layout standard, such as ANSI, ISO, or JIS.
When it matters: When you need a regional key layout that matches your language habits or keycap set.

Importance: MEDIUM

ANSI
N. of keys
What it is: States how many keys are present on the keyboard.
When it matters: When you need a certain number of keys for shortcuts, navigation, or a numpad.

Importance: MEDIUM

84
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro has 84 keys, which is fewer than 55.8% of keyboards and equal to 6.2% of keyboards.
Profile
What it is: Describes whether the keyboard uses a low-profile or standard-height design.
When it matters: When key height changes your typing comfort, travel distance, or the overall desk setup.

Importance: MEDIUM

low-profile
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Connection type
What it is: Specifies how the keyboard connects, such as USB, 2.4 GHz wireless, or Bluetooth.
When it matters: When latency, cable management, or wireless flexibility is part of your buying decision.

Importance: HIGH

USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro offers USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth connectivity, which is more versatile than 57.9% of keyboards and equal to 42.1% of keyboards.
Multi-device pairing
What it is: Shows whether the keyboard can stay paired with multiple devices for quicker switching.
When it matters: When you switch regularly between a laptop, tablet, and other devices on one desk.

Importance: HIGH

no
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro does not support multi-device pairing. 96% of keyboards support multi-device pairing.
Bluetooth version
What it is: States the Bluetooth generation supported for wireless pairing.
When it matters: When wireless stability, compatibility, and energy efficiency are part of what you compare.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Mac compatibility
What it is: Shows whether the keyboard is intended to work properly with macOS layouts, shortcuts, or legends.
When it matters: When you need the keyboard to work properly with macOS shortcuts and key mapping.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro is Mac compatible. 44.4% of keyboards are Mac compatible.
Mac legends on keycaps.
Battery life
What it is: Estimates how long the keyboard can run on a full charge.
When it matters: When the keyboard needs to last through workweeks, travel, or long gaming stretches without constant charging.

Importance: HIGH

N/A
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RGB lighting
What it is: Shows whether the keyboard includes customizable RGB lighting effects.
When it matters: When visual customization and desk aesthetics matter to your setup.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro has RGB lighting. 12.3% of keyboards have RGB lighting.
Per-key RGB
What it is: Shows whether each key can be lit and controlled independently instead of sharing one uniform lighting zone.
When it matters: When customizing each key individually matters for visuals, games, or shortcut visibility.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro has per-key RGB lighting. 23% of keyboards have per-key RGB lighting.
RGB zones
What it is: States how many RGB lighting zones can be controlled separately.
When it matters: When you want more lighting control than a simple all-at-once backlight can provide.

Importance: LOW

84
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro has 84 RGB zones, which is more than 52% of keyboards and equal to 6.3% of keyboards.
Underglow / side lighting
What it is: Shows whether the case includes lighting around the underside or outer edges in addition to the keys themselves.
When it matters: When edge lighting is part of the visual style you want from the keyboard.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro does not include underglow lighting. 31.7% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
Backlight direction
What it is: Specifies whether the switches use north-facing or south-facing backlighting.
When it matters: When you care about switch compatibility, keycap interference, or lighting placement.

Importance: LOW

north-facing
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Case material
What it is: Describes the main material used for the keyboard case.
When it matters: When build feel, rigidity, and overall finish influence your sense of quality.

Importance: HIGH

aluminum
Plate material
What it is: Describes the material used for the mounting plate beneath the switches.
When it matters: When keyboard stiffness, sound profile, and bottom-out feel matter more than the switch spec sheet alone.

Importance: HIGH

aluminum
Keycap material
What it is: Describes the material used to make the keycaps.
When it matters: When surface texture, wear resistance, and sound of the keycaps affect your choice.

Importance: HIGH

ABS
Keycap profile
What it is: Describes the shape and height profile of the keycaps.
When it matters: When key shape and sculpting affect comfort, wrist angle, and the sound of each press.

Importance: MEDIUM

OEM
Legend method
What it is: Describes how the legends are applied to the keycaps, which affects durability and visibility.
When it matters: When you care about how long key legends stay readable after heavy use.

Importance: MEDIUM

laser-etched
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro uses laser-etched legends, which are less durable than 85.7% of keyboards and equal to 11.5% of keyboards.
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Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro vs the average keyboard

  • 1.6 mm shorter actuation distance
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro has a shorter minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (0.1 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    What it is: Measures the shortest key travel needed to register an input.
    When it matters: When faster key response matters and you want the shortest possible trigger point under your fingers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro has a shorter minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (0.1 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.0.1 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • Rapid trigger support
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro supports rapid trigger, the average keyboard does not. 18.6% of keyboards support rapid trigger.
    What it is: Shows whether keys can reset and re-trigger dynamically based on movement instead of waiting for a fixed reset point.
    When it matters: When repeated movements and very fast re-activation are important in competitive play.

    Importance: HIGH

    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro supports rapid trigger, the average keyboard does not. 18.6% of keyboards support rapid trigger.
  • Analog input support
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro supports analog input, the average keyboard does not. 10.3% of keyboards support analog input.
    Controller-style analog input support.
    What it is: Shows whether the keyboard can detect varying key depth instead of only simple on-off key presses.
    When it matters: When you want keyboard keys to act more like analog controls for movement, throttle, or variable in-game input.

    Importance: HIGH

    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro supports analog input, the average keyboard does not. 10.3% of keyboards support analog input.
  • Adjustable actuation
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro supports adjustable actuation, the average keyboard does not. 22.6% of keyboards offer adjustable actuation.
    What it is: Shows whether the keyboard lets you change how deep a key must travel before it registers.
    When it matters: When you want a shorter trigger for competitive play or a deeper trigger to reduce accidental presses while typing.

    Importance: HIGH

    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro supports adjustable actuation, the average keyboard does not. 22.6% of keyboards offer adjustable actuation.
  • Dual actuation support
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro supports dual actuation, the average keyboard does not. 18.5% of keyboards support dual actuation.
    What it is: Shows whether one key can trigger different actions at different press depths.
    When it matters: When assigning two actions to one key can simplify complex shortcuts or game inputs.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro supports dual actuation, the average keyboard does not. 18.5% of keyboards support dual actuation.
  • Dedicated media keys
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro includes dedicated media keys, the average keyboard does not. 20.7% of keyboards include dedicated media keys.
    What it is: Shows whether the keyboard includes separate media controls instead of hiding them behind a function layer.
    When it matters: When you use media controls often and do not want to rely on function-layer shortcuts.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro includes dedicated media keys, the average keyboard does not. 20.7% of keyboards include dedicated media keys.
  • Volume control wheel
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro includes a volume wheel, the average keyboard does not. 38.8% of keyboards include a volume wheel.
    Push-to-mute wheel.
    What it is: Shows whether the keyboard includes a dedicated wheel or roller for hardware volume control.
    When it matters: When frequent hardware volume control matters enough that you do not want to rely on function-key shortcuts.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro includes a volume wheel, the average keyboard does not. 38.8% of keyboards include a volume wheel.
  • 35.9% lower weight
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro weighs less than the average keyboard (626 g vs 976 g). The average keyboard weighs 976 g.
    Without cable.
    What it is: Measures the total mass of the keyboard.
    When it matters: When you care whether the keyboard feels easy to carry or heavy enough to stay planted on the desk.

    Importance: HIGH

    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro weighs less than the average keyboard (626 g vs 976 g). The average keyboard weighs 976 g.626 g vs 976 g
  • 35.9% lower weight
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro weighs less than the average keyboard (626 g vs 976 g). The average keyboard weighs 976 g.
  • 2 ° lower typing angle
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro has a lower typing angle than the average keyboard (3 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.
  • Includes wrist rest
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro includes a wrist rest, the average keyboard does not. 17% of keyboards include a wrist rest.
  • 2 newer release date
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro is newer than the average keyboard (2,025 vs 2,023). The average keyboard was released in 2,023.
  • 1.6 mm shorter actuation distance
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro has a shorter minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (0.1 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
  • Rapid trigger support
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro supports rapid trigger, the average keyboard does not. 18.6% of keyboards support rapid trigger.
  • Analog input support
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro supports analog input, the average keyboard does not. 10.3% of keyboards support analog input.
  • Adjustable actuation
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro supports adjustable actuation, the average keyboard does not. 22.6% of keyboards offer adjustable actuation.
  • Dual actuation support
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro supports dual actuation, the average keyboard does not. 18.5% of keyboards support dual actuation.
  • Dedicated media keys
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro includes dedicated media keys, the average keyboard does not. 20.7% of keyboards include dedicated media keys.
  • Volume control wheel
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro includes a volume wheel, the average keyboard does not. 38.8% of keyboards include a volume wheel.

Total
Overall
Design
Switches
Features
  • 3 fewer keys
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro has fewer keys than the average keyboard (84 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
  • No multi-device pairing
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro does not support multi-device pairing, the average keyboard does. 95.6% of keyboards support multi-device pairing.
  • 2 mm longer actuation distance
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro has a shorter maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (4 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.
  • No multi-device pairing
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro does not support multi-device pairing, the average keyboard does. 95.6% of keyboards support multi-device pairing.
    What it is: Shows whether the keyboard can stay paired with multiple devices for quicker switching.
    When it matters: When you switch regularly between a laptop, tablet, and other devices on one desk.

    Importance: HIGH

    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro does not support multi-device pairing, the average keyboard does. 95.6% of keyboards support multi-device pairing.
  • 2 mm longer actuation distance
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro has a shorter maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (4 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.
    What it is: Measures the highest configurable actuation point or trigger position.
    When it matters: When you want precise control over how deep a key can be set to trigger for different games or typing styles.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro has a shorter maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (4 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.4 mm vs 2 mm
  • 3 fewer keys
    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro has fewer keys than the average keyboard (84 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
    What it is: States how many keys are present on the keyboard.
    When it matters: When you need a certain number of keys for shortcuts, navigation, or a numpad.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro has fewer keys than the average keyboard (84 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.84 vs 87
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Design
Connectivity & Power
Switches

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What customers like about Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro?

  • Highly customizable Hall Effect magnetic switches with adjustable actuation (0.1mm to 4.0mm)
  • Striking industrial design with an aluminum top plate and floating keycaps
  • Exceptional RGB lighting with the AIMO intelligent lighting system
  • Smooth, pre-lubricated linear switches that provide a responsive gaming experience
  • Compact TKL (tenkeyless) form factor that saves desk space for mouse movement
  • Useful dedicated hardware features like a push-to-mute volume knob
  • Advanced software features including Rapid Trigger and Easy-Shift[+] for secondary functions

What customers dislike about Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro?

  • Small, thin ABS keycaps that can be slippery and prone to finger oils/wear
  • Large gaps between keycaps can lead to frequent typos or accidental key presses during intense gaming
  • Included wrist rest feels budget compared to the premium build of the keyboard
  • Wired-only connection may feel dated for its price point compared to wireless competitors
  • Swarm II software can be buggy, with reports of settings occasionally reverting or crashing
  • North-facing LEDs mean secondary legends on the keycaps are often poorly illuminated
  • Lack of internal sound-dampening foam can result in a loud, 'clacky' typing sound

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The Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro is an outstanding tenkeyless gaming keyboard that expands on its ROCCAT heritage with massive performance upgrades and deep customisation options. A major highlight of the board is its magnetic switches, which feature pre-lubed keypresses that are noticeably quieter and smoother than previous iterations. Through the Swarm II software, users gain...Read more

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The Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro ($149) is a lightweight and robustly built 75% wired gaming keyboard featuring highly customizable Hall Effect magnetic switches. The primary highlight is the ability to adjust the actuation points of individual keys between 0.1mm and 4mm via the detailed and user-friendly Swarm II companion software. This allows competitive gamers to configure up...Read more

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The Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro mechanical gaming keyboard is a compact, tenkeyless wired device retailing for $119.99 that balances value and premium features. It features an aluminum top plate, a volume control knob with push-to-mute functionality, a 32-bit ARM Cortex M3 processor, and a 1,000Hz polling rate. Its core strengths lie in its highly responsive in-game performance,...Read more

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The Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro is a compact, tenkeyless gaming keyboard featuring an aluminum top plate, a low profile, and highly prominent per-key RGB lighting. Its standout feature is its magnetic Hall Effect linear switches, which offer a buttery smooth, frictionless typing experience. Using the accompanying Swarm II software, users gain a rare and granular level of...Read more

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The Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro review by Aaron Lai highlights the peripheral line's transition from the acquired ROCCAT brand over to Turtle Beach branding, shifting toward a cleaner, less gamer-centric aesthetic. The review praises several major hardware enhancements, most notably the transition to magnetic linear switches with Hall effect detection, which offer a smooth typing...Read more

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The Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro is an impressive tenkeyless gaming mechanical keyboard that stands out for its striking anodized aluminum top plate and vibrant, heat-map style AIMO RGB lighting. Designed primarily to enhance high-intensity gaming experiences like VALORANT and Counter-Strike 2, it features highly precise magnetic hall-effect switches. These switches provide a...Read more

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The Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro is an exceptional tenkeyless gaming keyboard that balances high-end performance with stunning aesthetics. Priced competitively at $150, the keyboard features a sleek aluminum top plate and unique chiclet-style keycaps that showcase brilliant, highly customizable RGB lighting managed through the updated Swarm II software. It is equipped with Hall...Read more

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gamezoom.net
18/09/2024
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro - Test & Review", "Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro Review

The Gamezoom review of the Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro highlights this compact, tenkeyless (TKL) gaming keyboard as a well-constructed, high-performance peripheral. Released in August 2024 with a price tag starting at 138 Euros, it stands out for its elegant, rigid design featuring a scratch-resistant aluminum top cover and a magnetically attached wrist rest for extra comfort....Read more

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gamezoom.net
18/09/2024
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro - Test/Review - Gamezoom

The Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro is a compact, high-performance gaming keyboard that heavily features pre-lubricated Gateron KS-37B Magnetic switches utilizing Hall effect technology. Priced at a reasonable 138 Euros, this keyboard delivers exceptional build quality, high slip resistance, and a visually striking, individually customisable RGB lighting system controlled via the...Read more

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pcwelt.de
18/11/2024
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro Review - PC-WELT

However, the keyboard does fall short in a few design and ergonomic choices. On the downside, Turtle Beach opted for cheap ABS plastic keycaps that easily pick up fingerprint grease and smudge marks, rather than more premium PBT plastic. The bundled wrist rest is also a disappointment, consisting of a loose, low-quality piece of foam that does not physically attach to the main...Read more

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mein-mmo.de
04/07/2024
How good is the new Vulcan II TKL Pro in the review? - Mein-MMO", "Is the new Vulcan II TKL Pro any good? Review - Mein-MMO

Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro Despite the strong core performance and quiet acoustics, the keyboard falls short of a "very good" rating due to notable material flaws. The primary drawback is the use of cheap ABS keycaps, which smudge heavily and show severe signs of wear within just a few days of use. Furthermore, while the inclusion of a foam wrist rest is a new addition, it...Read more

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ratgeber.pcgameshardware.de
10/06/2025
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro Review - PCGH Guide

On the downside, the review notes that the keyboard sacrifices acoustic and tactile refinement, as the internal PCB lacks sound-dampening insulation and the switches do not come factory-lubricated, resulting in a somewhat clappy typing sound and a less smooth feel compared to rivals. The low activation force of 29.4 cN (30 gf) is excellent for rapid gaming maneuvers but might cause...Read more

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fr.ign.com
17/12/2025
Turtle Beach Vulcan II Pro TKL Review: Almost Perfect

The Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro is a premium, compact gaming keyboard (360x133x34mm) that balances modern design with high-end performance. Its standout features include robust Hall effect magnetic switches boasting a lifespan of 150 million keystrokes, standard anti-ghosting, and full rollover capabilities for extreme accuracy. Through the Swarm II software, users can customize...Read more

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warlegend.net
15/06/2024
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro Review – Every Little Helps

The Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro is a tenkeyless gaming keyboard that delivers a fluid typing experience and highly responsive, quiet linear switches. A major highlight is its use of magnetic Hall Effect switches, which boast an exceptional lifespan of 150 million clicks. Through the intuitive Swarm II companion software, users can deeply customize their experience by precisely...Read more

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charlestech.fr
14/06/2024
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro Review: Full and In-Depth Verdict

The Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro is a wired 75% form-factor gaming keyboard priced at 160 euros that transitions the legacy of the Roccat brand under the Turtle Beach banner. Built with a robust anthracite aluminium and plastic chassis, it features linear Hall Effect magnetic switches that offer highly adjustable actuation distances from 0.1 to 4 mm via the redesigned Swarm II...Read more

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canardpc.com
18/09/2024
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro Keyboard - Canard PC

The Canard PC hardware review highlights the Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro as a rare and welcome attempt to make high-end analog magnetic switch technology accessible without the exorbitant prices typically charged by major competitors. Evaluated by reviewer Furolith, the review notes that while most manufacturers use analog Hall Effect switches to push consumers toward extreme,...Read more

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xboxygen.com
17/09/2024
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro – Just smaller? Review

The Xboxygen review finds the Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro to be a responsive, performance-focused tenkeyless keyboard featuring advanced magnetic Hall Effect switches and Rapid Trigger technology for superior gaming speed. While praised for its customizable AIMO RGB lighting and premium aesthetic, the keyboard suffers from shallow ABS keycaps, a low-quality wrist rest, and...Read more

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hwupgrade.it
20/09/2024
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro Review - An uncompromising analog keyboard

The Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL Pro is a wired, tenkeyless (TKL) gaming keyboard featuring pre-lubricated linear Gateron Hall Effect magnetic switches. Priced at a competitive €159.99, it mimics the iconic design of the former Roccat Vulcan line but introduces modern, high-performance features aimed strictly at competitive players. Its standout features include customizable...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
21/10/2025
Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL review: a low-profile gaming keyboard that meets high expectations

The Turtle Beach Vulcan II TKL is a sleek, low-profile, wired tenkeyless gaming keyboard that introduces hot-swappable Titan HS linear switches to the former Roccat keyboard line. Priced at $119.99 (£89.99 / €99.99), it features a lightweight 600g plastic chassis reinforced by an anodised aluminium top plate and utilizes smooth ABS keycaps. Powered by a 32-bit ARM Cortex M3...Read more

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