Just because its smaller than most TKL options doesnt mean its lighter.
RGB fans are going to be delighted, though.
What I initially feared would be garish turned into one of the most elegant elements of this design.
A set of PBT doubleshot keycaps line the top deck.
As is to be expected, the back panel features a set of flippable feet for two elevation options.
I do have one durability concern from my time with the Function Elite, but its relatively minor.
Theres no recessed housing for this port either, which would have calmed my nerves.
Features
A set of NZXT Magnetic Switches keep all those keypresses rolling.
All the usual Hall effect functions are also available here.
Thats not quite the fastest on the market, though.
This is where youll enable options like Rapid Trigger and Snap Overrides (SOCD resolutions).
This is also where youll set your polling rate.
The NZXT Function Elite can poll at up to 8,000Hz where most gaming keyboards keep things limited to 1,000Hz.
That sounds great, but in reality very few players will need or even notice this extra speed boost.
This is a fully wired keyboard with no 2.4GHz or Bluetooth wireless options.
Thats pretty impressive and a lifesaver for those who hop between genres regularly.
I do find myself preferring the typing experience of the Endgame Gear KB65HE, however.
It feels just a little tighter overall, with a slightly more controlled press and debounce.
Considering the $199.99 price tag, that might hold some more casual players back.
Should you buy the NZXT Function Elite MiniTKL?
The Function Elite MiniTKL does offer strong value compared to front runners like the SteelSeries Apex Pro Gen 3.
Controls
There are no dedicated media controls on here, which you will find in a full TKL design.
However, you’ve still got a solid selection of dual functions on board.
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