Black Canyon (Hyeku) X4 wireless dual-mode mechanical keyboard review: new configuration, new options

The X-series mechanical keyboards under the Black Canyon (Hyeku) have always had a high performance-to-price ratio, good appearance and a variety of color schemes, a variety of BOX shaft schemes and multi-mode connection schemes, which are still in the middle and low price range. Very capable. The X-series keyboard currently has multiple configuration schemes and rich configuration options, which better meet the needs of different user groups, and the user reputation is also very good. Recently, X4, a new member of the X series, also officially debuted, adopting a 98-like arrangement scheme and a dual-mode connection scheme. Let’s follow the author to take a look.

Appearance & Details:

The black canyon (Hyeku) X4 wireless dual-mode mechanical keyboard that the author got is the first test version. The outer packaging will continue the existing packaging scheme of the X series, and the color scheme will also continue the current variety of colors. The coaxial body further enriches the user's choice space. In terms of accessories, product manuals, warranty cards, plastic dust covers, wire key pullers, and USB Type-C cables are provided, and the performance is quite satisfactory. The new X4 wireless dual-mode mechanical keyboard is also equipped with a full-size magnetic hand rest, which is very convenient to install and disassemble. However, the adsorption force of this one in my hand is weak, and there should be some optimization and improvement in the official product.

The Black Canyon (Hyeku) X4 wireless dual-mode mechanical keyboard adopts a 98-like configuration scheme and provides 99 available keys. It has a sunken direction key area and an independent number area. Better meet user needs. The moderate body size also reduces the occupation of desktop space, and it is more convenient to store. The overall performance is still very friendly. The frame width of the fuselage is moderate, and it looks simple and exquisite enough with the contrasting color design. The rich visual layering further improves the overall appearance performance, and the family design and color matching style also bring higher recognition performance. This keyboard provides a wealth of combined key functions on the F-zone keys, which can realize multimedia control, lighting control, calling system programs, buttons and other functions. The functionality is still very complete, and it also makes daily use easier and faster for users. . There are three strip-shaped status indicators on the upper left corner, which correspond to the status of the number area, capital and small letters, and the status of the WIN key, which are easy to identify and perform well.

The back of the fuselage also continues the existing design style, which is simple and elegant, while also achieving a good balance between functionality and practicality. The bottom provides a number of long strips of non-slip foot pads to ensure that the keyboard can be placed firmly on different material surfaces and ensure the user's experience. The bottom also provides wide two-stage support feet, and the top also has a non-slip design, which brings users more input angle options and ensures that different users can have sufficient input comfort. The right side also provides a storage slot for the wireless receiver and a power switch, which is convenient for users to store the receiver or turn off the power to save power. In the middle of the top is the USB Type-C interface, which is convenient for users to connect wires or charge the keyboard.

Keycap & Shaft:

The shaft matching provides BOX shafts such as sky blue, rose red, quicksand gold, etc. The author got the sky blue BOX shaft, which adopts the paragraph feel scheme, has a trigger pressure of 45g, a trigger stroke of 1.8mm and a total stroke of 3.6mm. The click life can reach up to 100 million times, and it is dustproof and waterproof, which further improves the durability and reliability. In terms of feel performance, there is a clear sense of paragraphs and a slightly smaller "Click" sound, and the sound performance is relatively crisp and bright. The pressing feel is smooth and light, the bottoming rebound is soft and crisp, and there is a strong sense of rhythm when inputting continuously. , the overall feel performance is still very good. The large key position adopts the satellite axis scheme, and has undergone a factory run treatment. There is no obvious shaking or abnormal noise, and the feel feedback is relatively crisp and neat, and the performance is still good.

The keycap part is a two-color pudding layered keycap made of PBT material, OEM height scheme, two-color injection molding process, open character scheme, workmanship and details are very good. The touch of the keycap is fine and dry, mild and comfortable, and the excellent abrasiveness and oil resistance of the PBT material also further improves the durability of the keycap and can maintain a dry feel for a longer period of time. Good workmanship materials and two-color structure also make this set of keycaps perform well in terms of durability and color matching.

Keyboard lighting:

In terms of lighting, the Black Canyon (Hyeku) X4 wireless dual-mode mechanical keyboard continues the monochrome backlight solution, equipped with white LED lamp beads, through the combination of buttons, users can quickly and conveniently control the lighting effect mode, adjust brightness, dynamic speed, and switch constant brightness Or breathing mode, etc., while supporting user-defined lighting modes, the functional gameplay is still very complete. The brightness of the white LED backlight is moderate, and the light divergence is relatively soft. However, the black steel plate and opaque keycaps still have some influence on the lighting. Users who have certain needs for keyboard lighting can consider replacing a set of translucent keycaps for improvement. .

Use test:

Black Canyon (Hyeku) X4 wireless dual-mode mechanical keyboard provides both wired and 2.4G wireless connection solutions, and supports switching between 6-key non-contrast and full-key non-contrast in wired mode, while only 6-keys are provided in wireless mode The non-flushing solution is sufficient to meet the daily use of users. Using the built-in lithium battery solution, the 2300mAh lithium battery can provide about 70 hours of battery life without the backlight, and about 3 days after the backlight is turned on, which is enough to meet the daily use of users. The USB Type-C interface of the top solution is also very convenient to use, and users can connect the wires without moving the keyboard. The 2.4G wireless mode also has good stability, and there are no problems such as failure or disconnection. The reconnection response of sleep wakeup and replacement device is also very fast, and the user experience is still very good.

This keyboard has a large magnetic hand rest, which can provide better support for the user's wrist and further enhance the user's comfort experience. With the 98-like key design and combined key functions, the input experience, function In terms of performance, it can also bring a better user experience for users. The dual-mode wireless connection scheme and Windows/MacOS dual system support can also make the keyboard better adapt to different usage scenarios, which is very friendly to multi-platform users.

Summarize:

This keyboard has a large magnetic hand rest, which can provide better support for the user's wrist and further enhance the user's comfort experience. With the 98-like key design and combined key functions, the input experience, function In terms of performance, it can also bring a better user experience for users. The dual-mode wireless connection scheme and Windows/MacOS dual system support can also make the keyboard better adapt to different usage scenarios, which is very friendly to multi-platform users.

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