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AKKO is bringing a crisp, clean style to its 5075B series.

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What if I told you that there somewhere out there, there was a competitor to the GMMK Pro, but it was wireless, already pre-built, and was $250 cheaper? And that the only real compromise was that it had a plastic shell instead of a metal body? Well, it does exist, and its name is the AKKO 5075B Plus. 

Coming in the ever-popular 75% layout style, the AKKO 5075B Plus looks near-identical to Glorious' GMMK Pro keyboard, a titan board that all others strive to be. The 5075B isn't a keyboard kit, though, as it's fully pre-built, switches, keycaps, and all. It immediately sets itself apart right out of the box, though, because it has one of the best factory lube jobs I've ever felt, and an outstanding sound profile. Not only is there dampening foam, but there's a silicone pad inside the case, giving this very clacky, deep sound whenever you type on it. Most keyboards require some fiddling and modding to get to this level of sound and feel, but AKKO offers that same experience with no effort on the user's behalf. 

The Blue on White style of the keyboard is super clean, and it gives the 5075B a crisp appearance. Going all white on a keyboard is a bold choice, especially for a gaming keyboard, which makes me worry about how bright the PBT keycaps will look after months of use, but it's an amazingly stylish board. The blue highlights add to the overall style, and uniqueness of the keyboard. AKKO doesn't hold back on its RGB game either, with super lights underneath the caps that really highlight the caps, striking a balance that a lot of keyboards either go too hard on, or just ignore. 

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This is a hotswappable keyboard, supporting 5-pin switches, giving you room to customize it however you prefer. Honestly though, I'd recommend leaving the keyboard as-is. AKKO's in-house White Wine switches are perfectly greased, as are the stabilizers. This isn't something I'd expect on a budget keyboard, but AKKO has managed to pull it off. Beneath those keyswitches are the keyboard's mounting plate, which is a gasket style, giving you that sought-after bouncy tactility even when you're using linear switches. Despite the rest of the keyboard being near-flawless, I did find a little bit of unsatisfying wobble on some of the keys on the edges. It's really only noticeable if you're looking for it, though. 

A ratcheting volume knob sits at the top-right corner of the keyboard--personally I find having a volume wheel a must on a keyboard--giving you quick access to media controls. You have the option of connecting the keyboard via USB-C, Bluetooth, or an included 2.4gHz dongle. Wired is always king, but it's great that other connectivity options are available. You'll probably want to keep it wired, regardless, since the 3000mAh battery inside isn't the most impressive, especially if you like having those RGBs on. 

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AKKO's latest keyboard is a near-perfect budget option for those looking to jump into the world of mechanical keyboards, but aren't willing to go all-in on modding just yet. For $100, you get a keyboard that punches far above its weight, giving you a high-class typing experience much cheaper than most comparable options. Its two biggest flaws are largely able to be ignored; it's just a struggle to find it actually available for purchase. 

Verdict

What We Liked ...
  • Lubed perfectly out of the box
  • Gorgeous minimalistic appearance
  • Clean RGBs that really pop
  • Gasket mounted and wireless, all for under $100
What We Didn't Like ...
  • Underwhelming battery life
  • Just a tiny amount of key wobble on backspace and spacebar
9.4
out of 10

Overall

AKKO does nearly everything right with the 5075B Plus, making for one of the best keyboards on the market, no modding required.
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I kinda wish companies would move away from the RGB obsession. Outside of maybe one or two gamer brands that design their keyboards AROUND the RGB (Roccat a good example), it feels like a waste that only really serves to bump up the price.

I think this keyboard looks CLEAN, but if I had it I’d never use the lighting.
 
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Scarlet said:
I kinda wish companies would move away from the RGB obsession. Outside of maybe one or two gamer brands that design their keyboards AROUND the RGB (Roccat a good example), it feels like a waste that only really serves to bump up the price.

I think this keyboard looks CLEAN, but if I had it I’d never use the lighting.
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RGB Is a waste of money. Whenever I buy something that just comes with it I either turn it off or turn it white. It looks ugly imho.
 
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