Dell Alienware AW510K Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
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Dell Alienware AW510K is a low-profile mechanical gaming keyboard that features Cherry MX Low-Profile Red switches. Compared to the AW310K unveiled at the same time, the AW510K adds AlienFX per-key RGB lighting.
Naturally, the AW510K features 100% anti-ghosting and N-key rollover. It also comes with dedicated audio control with a volume roller. Alienware has also integrated USB passthrough that makes it easy to connect other peripherals such as wired mouse and flash storage.
Ratings
What we found**
Pros
- Sleek design
- Low-profile Cherry MX Red switches
- USB pass-through and volume roller
Cons
- Command Center can be confusing to navigate
What external reviewers found***
External score 58% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Solid typing experience
- USB pass-through
- Low-profile Cherry MX Red mechanical switches
Cons
- No dedicated mute button
- No dedicated volume roller
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Specifications
Connectivity
Ports
USB
Construction
Cable
2m of nylon braided cable
Colors
Dark Side of the Moon, Lunar Light
Form Factor
Full-size mechanical keyboard
Material
5000 series aluminum construction, dedicated volume control, integrated
Switch Type
Cherry MX Low-Profile Red
Dimensions
Size | Depth
15.62 cm
Size | Height
2.94 cm
Size | Width
46.7 cm
Weight
0.91 kg
Function
Keyboard Backlight
AlienFX per-key RGB lighting
Performance
Durability
50 million clicks
Production
Debut
2019
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External Reviews
pcmag[1]
Reviewer score 58%The AW510K is a surprisingly conventional full-size keyboard. It has 105 keys, including shared media controls on the F9 through F12 keys. The keys have a very light touch and are quick to depress. The RGB lighting plays an outsized role in establishing the look.
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Pros
- Low-profile Cherry MX Red mechanical switches
- Solid typing experience
- USB pass-through
Cons
- No dedicated mute button
- No dedicated volume roller
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References
- ^ Alienware AW510K Low-Profile Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Review. [pcmag]. https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/alienware-aw510k-low-profile-mechanical-gaming-keyboard. 2020-04-09. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
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