Zalman K500

This is a 60% keyboard running Kailh Red switches. A wired connection and single-color backlighting round out the spec sheet. A 60% layout maximizes desk space but drops arrows and F-keys to layers. Linear Reds are the conventional gaming pick — light and consistent.

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