Digital Peripherals Part Fourteen: Rapoo V700-8A, a super cost-effective three-mode mechanical keyboard

I recently upgraded my old computer at home. I replaced the solid-state hard drive to make it run faster. I replaced a large-size monitor to make the visual enjoyment better. Looking at the old keyboard on the desktop, it is time to update it. It has been replaced. After all, the usual chat codes rely on the keyboard, and the experience of the fingers is also very important. The full-size keyboard I have been using always feels like a waste of space, especially my desktop is relatively small, so when I upgrade this time I decided to change to a smaller keyboard. After many searches, Rapoo’s V700-8A multi-mode wireless gaming mechanical keyboard attracted me. It has 75% configuration, multiple modes of connection, and the price of less than 300 matches my small desktop. Perfect.

The product packaging is relatively small and simple, with a full view of the keyboard printed on the front, plus the specific model V700-8A, as well as multi-plate stickers, and the key shaft marked on the upper left corner. I got it today. It is a green axis, which belongs to the axis with a clear sense of paragraph, and is more suitable for writers.

On the back, the general features are introduced. As a multi-mode keyboard, in addition to the conventional wired connection, there are also Bluetooth and 2.4GHz connection methods, and Bluetooth supports 3.0 and 5.0. Whether you install a new computer or upgrade an old computer, it can be perfect. adaptation.

The internal protection is still in place, and the use of shockproof foam can effectively avoid accidental damage during transportation.

The content includes a keyboard, a receiver for 2.4GHz connection, a key puller, a detachable C-port cable, and a simple product instruction manual.

Rapoo V700-8A has three different color schemes, namely the dark lonely brave man, the light-colored No Man’s Land and the contrasting color Mecha Purple. I bought the relatively light No Man’s Land, which is more harmonious with the white desktop .

The keyboard adopts a 75% arrangement, 84-key compact key layout arrangement, and a separate key line design, which greatly reduces the space occupied by the desktop and is easy to carry, creating a simple and orderly desktop gaming space.

The type-c interface is located in the upper left corner of the keyboard, and the length of the wire is about 1.5 meters. Generally speaking, it is completely enough for wiring. Of course, you can also replace the wire with different lengths according to the actual environment. The design of the separation of keys and wires is so free.

Although this keyboard is small in size, it must be placed on the desktop in a stable manner. Therefore, thick non-slip rubber pads are pasted on the four corners of the back. Shifting will happen, especially when gaming, and stable keyboard output is the key to success.

The power switch is set on the back of the keyboard, which is more beautiful.

In order to meet the needs of different people, the keyboard adopts ergonomic design, and there are two wide brackets on the back to adjust the support angle of the keyboard.

The floating keys collide with the sandblasting and oxidation process aluminum alloy frame, supplemented by the high-speed CNC trimming process of Apple hair style around the edge of the fuselage. It feels nice to the touch while on it.

The brand V series logo in front of the key body has added the breathing light effect, which has an extraordinary texture and makes people fall in love with it at first sight. When wired, red means charging and white means fully charged.

The keycap adopts two-color injection molding process, which has uniform light transmission, anti-fading, wear-resistant, strong support for daily knocking, and maintains a comfortable knocking feel for a long time.

Equipped with the black/green/red axis mechanical switch independently developed by Rapoo, the single axis has a service life of 60 million times, and there is no obvious change in the back force and stroke, and the feel is durable, bringing reliable and stable keyboard quality. The green axis has a strong sense of paragraph, and the sound is crisp and pleasant.

White backlight system, elegant and clear, fresh and refined, with both elegant charm and awe-inspiring visual feast.

Fn+right ctrl key, the light switches back and forth between constant light mode/single light mode/breathing mode/starry mode/curve mode/ripple mode. Light brightness and flashing frequency can be adjusted through the Fn key and the four keys of up, down, left, and right.

In constant light mode, every button is shining with white light.

Single lighting mode, as the name suggests, will only light up when a button is pressed. It's really useful when practicing typing.

The breathing mode makes this keyboard seem to have life, ups and downs, and repeats itself.

In the starry mode, 84 buttons flash randomly, and the effect is still very cool.

Curve mode, the shimmering effect is especially suitable for evening use.

The ripple mode is like a small stone thrown into the water, causing layers of ripples to float into the distance.

Through the supporting driver, you can also set 7 groups of backlight lighting effects (including driver custom settings) and logo lighting, and the brightness of the backlight can be adjusted in 4 levels.

And it can realize independent programming of all 84 keys, even the brightness and darkness of the lights. It can also save multiple sets of configuration files and switch operations in multiple scenes. You can add multiple keyboard-set parameter configuration files in the configuration settings to meet various types of games. different settings.

Enter the macro editing page, you can record macro commands, and trigger a series of commands with one button, which is of great help to simplify the game operation. Combos in the game can be triggered with one key of macro commands.

The reminder function of the Rapoo V700-8A is well done. When the Fn key is pressed, the keyboard will highlight all the keys that can be combined with the Fn key, and the 12345 key will also flash to display the current connection status. Different connection modes can be switched through different buttons, which is very intuitive and convenient.

It can also be seen from the above that in addition to wired connection, this keyboard also has Bluetooth and 2.4GHz connection methods. Bluetooth supports 3.0 and 5.0, and can be connected to 5 devices such as notebooks, computers, mobile phones, and tablets at the same time.

And it can be quickly switched between multiple devices, simplifying cumbersome operations, just like a clone skill blessing. In wired mode, it supports simultaneous input of any key with 84 keys on the full keyboard, and each key can accurately respond and execute. In wireless mode, it supports simultaneous input of any 6 keys.

Firmware can be updated online, restore factory settings, and switch languages.

Built-in 4000mAh lithium battery, using type-c interface, supports charging and using at the same time, with Rapoo low-power wireless technology, fully charged and wireless continuous use for 25-225 hours (the battery life can reach about 1 week to 2 months).

Through the combination of Fn+F1~Fn11, you can quickly switch between multimedia playback, volume adjustment, mail and other functions. Fn+Win key can realize the unlock/lock of the Win key, and the screen will be cut out due to the accidental touch of the Win key during intense games. error.

Let’s have a hands-on experience. I have used keyboards with red switches and brown switches before. The paragraph feeling is not so obvious, and it is no different from ordinary keyboards. Until I came into contact with this Rapoo V700-8A, the first feeling of pressing the keys is from my experience. The first word that popped up in my mind was simply crisp, which is completely different from the soft feeling of ordinary keyboards. Every time I press it, there is an obvious paragraph feedback. With the crisp click sound, the enthusiasm for typing on the keyboard is instantly It has increased a lot.