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Realforce R2

2016Unverified

Premium Topre electro-capacitive board with variable weighting options

Launch price $239Today $249
Check price at Amazon · ~$249Topre

Then vs. now

6847

The frontier has moved: down 21 points since 2016.

Typing feelBuildConnectivityFeaturesCustomisationValue
At launch (2016)Today
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DimensionAt launchToday
Typing feel9379
Build9076
Connectivity4018
Features6229
Customisation6544
Value6036

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Why the Realforce R2 stands out

Where it beats the average keyboard in its class.

Weight

1200g

1.9× more than the 631 average

Specifications

Switches

Switch Type
Topre capacitive
Actuation Force
45g variable
Actuation Point
domed rubber travel
Hot-Swappable
No

Build

Layout
Full-size / TKL
Weight
1200g
N-Key Rollover
Yes (USB)

Connectivity

Interface
USB-A wired
Polling Rate
125Hz

Features

Backlight
None (base model)
Variable Weighting
45g/55g/variable
Onboard Profiles
None

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FC900R PD

2016

Minimalist full-size board renowned for premium PBT keycaps and stock stabilizers

6947$139
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2022

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