Packaging and Accessories

HyperX operates a web shop in the USA. However, this sample came from a marketing hub, so we begin with a look at the product packaging. The packaging aesthetic is a departure from the older Alloy keyboards that used a predominantly black and red color scheme on a matte cardboard wrap compared to the more vibrant, white-themed glossy wrap here. A lot of information has been put on the front, including the product and company name on the corners, mentions of the switch type and layout used on the unit inside, and a big illustration of the keyboard with some marketing features. This continues on the back and sides with more illustrations, features, and specifications. There are two seals on an edge to keep the contents inside in place.


We see single flaps on the sides, and opening the box gives us a look at the keyboard front and center, which is inside more cardboard on all sides for additional protection during transit. Under the keyboard is some documentation, and note the writing on the cardboard. The included quick start guide is really all one needs to go over the first few times you use the keyboard to get familiar with the pre-programmed functions HyperX has built into the keyboard. The Alloy FPS RGB, as with other Alloy keyboards from HyperX, uses a detachable cable, and we get one with two USB Type-A connectors on one end and a mini-USB on the other. The cable uses black sleeving and housing for the connectors to keep with the color scheme of the keyboard.


HyperX has decided not to include any replacement keycaps or a keycap puller with the stock packaging, which is a small letdown considering the predecessors include both, so that is about it as far as the keyboard packaging goes. They did send me the optional keyboard wrist rest to check out, and it comes in its own packaging with a design similar to that for the keyboard. It was clearly designed to go out along with the Alloy FPS RGB keyboard and is a universal style wrist rest that does not connect to the keyboard itself. The top surface is gel-infused memory foam with anti-fray stitching on the sides, which are lower in profile, and the entire package works very well if you do decide to use a wrist rest. The color scheme matches the keyboard well, with a predominantly black color throughout and a subtle red stitching. A textured rubber underside provides plenty of grip to prevent any slipping. For those wondering: this wrist rest will cost you an additional $19.99 on top of the keyboard itself.