Zalman Z-machine ZM-K650WP Keyboard review

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Quick test: Z-machine ZM-K650WP Keyboard from Zalman
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So these days if you cough up 150 USD for a keyboard you are not cool anymore, the endless freak-fests of RGB LEDs and Cherry MX key configurations maybe cool, bit certainly did raise the bar in pricing for keyboards. Every now and then you receive a product that is just plain & simple and works out really well. In this quick review I'll show you the new Z-machine ZM-K650WP Keyboard from Zalman. This is not ma mechanical one, it has plunger membrane switches, and they actually feel quite similar towards Cherry MX red switches, the response time and feel is fast as well.

  • Rinse off the dirt with water! fully water proof keyboard
  • Experience smooth and light keystroke with Plunger switch keyboard.
  • The "all new key matrix" technology virtually prevents all "ghosting" when 3 or more keys are pressed simultaneously, and it is an essential feature for all gamers and typists.
  • Three hydrophobic films repel water and protect the hardware inside
  • 108 keys; Volume control keys, Plunger membrane key switch; anti-ghosting up to 26; step 2 Keycap layout; USB interface; 1.8M cable length; Dimension (17.52Lx6. 22Wx1. 45H); 2.2 lbs. Weight

The Z-machine ZM-K650WP Keyboardoffers the simple basics, a proper gaming keyboard but just that. There is no profile configuration, no RGB backlit LEDs, just a set of keys to work and game on. And hey, if you by accident drop a canister of soda on it, you can wash the keyboard, as it is even water-proof. Hah! you din't see that one coming did ya ?
  

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I am sure by now you are trying to figure out pricing right ? Well, the Z-machine ZM-K650WP keyboard is 29.95 USD folks. Roughly 5 times cheaper opposed to a modern Cherry MX keyboard, hence we felt we just had to bring it to your attention with a quick one page overview of the product.

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For that sub 30 bucks you cannot expect a lot of extras, hence inside you'll spot the keyboard and well, that's pretty much it. 
  

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The 108 key keyboard comes with a 2M cable, which actually still has the preferred PS2 port. Zalman does include a converter so you can connect it towards a USB port as well. The only LEDs present are the ones you can see at the right top corner for caps-lock, scroll lock etc.
  

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The ZM-K650WP as stated is water-proof. now that doesn't mean you should go diving with it, but if you like to clean it by rinsing it, that's not an issue. Also if you spill a cup of coffee, that keyboard will not die off straight away. In the right top corner you can spot volume control keys and even a windows lock key so that during gaming you do not return to the desktop screen if you by accident press that windows key.

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The keyboard still weights 1.1 KB and sits sturdy on any desktop thanks to rubber feet, you can adjust it in height as well thanks to the two standoffs you may use.
  

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Usage

The ZM-K650WP has a nice tactic feel to it, it even makes a bit of clickety-clack noises that resemble the sound mechanical keys make. This keyboard even is anti-ghosting compatible, up-to 26 keys. It actually is a lovely little keyboard to game on, it's currectnly even hooked up towards my graphics card test rig. Aside from gaming the keyboard could even work out nicely for hospital staff, construction workers or people who are working in dusty environments as hey, you can rinse it clean. For a sub-30 USD product the keys are very responsive and performs well. That waterproofing then, right above the circuit board are three layers film that does not allow water through at all. Zalman implemented drainage ports to get the liquid out. Overall, this keyboard is just fine in terms of affordability, usability and hey even being waterproof. For the clumpsy gamers, this could be lovely and affordable keyboard for you.

Conclusive one liner

The ZM-K650WP is a lovely keyboard, functional and fast enough for gamers with a nice pressure feel thanks to the plunger membrame switches. It's even water-proof and at a price under 30 bucks not at all could retely break the bank either.

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