Wooting 60HE v2: Peak Keyboard Perfection

The most controversial feature is simultaneous opposite cardinal direction (SOCD) adaptation. This allows one key to override the other rather than registering both together, which is ideal for strafing in tactical shooters. counter attack 2 And valiant. The difference in response speed is immediately noticeable, making quick glances far more consistent. However, due to its distinct advantage, this feature has been banned in some competitive games as it reduces the delay between directional movement to almost zero levels without requiring any additional skill.

Testing these features in a variety of shooters and racing games, I was consistently impressed by the level of fine-tuning utility it offers – something that just isn’t possible on a traditional mechanical keyboard.

The gaming experience of this keyboard is extremely impressive. The switches are incredibly smooth and consistent, providing granular control with near-instantaneous, low-latency input. While older Hall effect keyboards from competitors like Keychron and Asus often lack the tactile feel of traditional mechanical designs, Wooting’s range of switches easily bridge the gap.

The RGB lighting also looks great and is deeply customizable. Like most LEDs, it goes a little blue, but this can be easily corrected in software (I set it to 203/192/180 for true white). This is a small quirk in an otherwise impressive lighting setup.

extreme repairability

Photograph: Henry Robbins

The simple internal design of the 60HE v2 makes repairs easy, allowing the keyboard to be disassembled in seconds. Despite this ease of access, Wooting’s solid construction ensures that everything stays securely in place. Inside, you’ll find a plate, switches, a silicone layer, a PCB with rubber feet on the bottom, your choice of sound deadening layer, and the case.

Switch compatibility is often a weak point for analog keyboards, but the 60HE v2 easily surpasses competitors from Keychron, Razer, and ROG, which typically only support two or three options. Adopting the widely used KS-20 design, the 60HE v2 works with switches from Gateron, Xeon and many other manufacturers, giving users an ever-growing range of options.

My only real complaint is its adherence to the standard GH60 form factor, which places the USB-C port directly on the left side of the PCB. While I would prefer a centered port on a separate daughterboard for convenience and repair, I understand the option. The benefits of standardization for both consumers and manufacturers ultimately outweigh this minor design problem.

I’m impressed with how well this keyboard performs in every metric. The build quality is strong, the switches are smooth and consistent, and almost every aspect can be tailored to the individual player. Apart from the lack of wireless connectivity, it leaves nothing to be desired.

The 60HE v2 is one of the best gaming keyboards available today. Although it’s currently backordered, if you’re willing to be patient, it’s worth the $240 price tag.