The Razer Reclusa X Mini 65% keyboard is a value-focused keyboard aimed at typing enthusiasts, and it rivals even some of the more expensive, boutique options on the market. Priced at £59.99 GBP / $49.99 USD / €69.99, this compact keyboard looks and feels like an absolute bargain.
Design and features
As expected from a 65% keyboard with "Mini" in its name, it's compact but packed with features. These include Razer Snap Tap, Razer Snap Flex, and Dual-Keypress Priority, plus double-shot ABS keycaps and dual-layer silicone dampening.
The switches are Razer Orange Mechanical Switches Gen-3, which are tactile but not exceedingly loud, suitable for both gaming and typing. The keyboard is consumer-friendly and upgradable: switches are hot-swappable, and the PCB supports three- or five-pin switches. RGB is included with south-facing LEDs, making it more compatible with most third-party keycaps.
The colourway is smart, with a black base and a 3-tone colourway on the keycaps: black, white, and pastel green. It's a wired keyboard only, with no Bluetooth or 2.4 GHz dongle, which is understandable considering the price tag. Design and features score: 5/5.
Performance
For the price, the Reclusa X Mini 65% feels fantastic to use day-to-day, both for gaming and typing. The switches sound great, with a "thocky" sound that keyboard enthusiasts will love, reflecting the work put into sound damping and optimising the feel and sound of typing.
The only slight niggle is the feeling at the end of the switch travel, which feels slightly too harsh when typing fast and could have done with more sponginess. However, it's a minor complaint, and at this price point, it feels superb. Nothing about this keyboard feels cheap; every surface feels premium, and there's minimal keyboard flex. For gaming, features like Razer Snap Tap, Razer Snap Flex, and Dual-Keypress Priority ensure you're not missing out on major features. Performance score: 4.5/5.
Value for money
The pricing makes it hard to compare against competition. The closest comparable product is the Keychron K2 HE, which is more than double the price at £129.99. Epomaker's TH65, priced at $65.99 USD, offers wireless connectivity and five layers of sound damping for the extra price, but it still costs more. Value for money score: 5/5.
Final thoughts
Overall, the Reclusa X Mini 65% is impressive for its existence from a brand like Razer, and for feeling and sounding so good at this price point while having features and customisation expected from a much more expensive product. It's an easy recommendation for those looking for a value keyboard option. Review score: 5/5.
