Ducky Zero 6108 review
With so many mechanical keyboard options, how does the Ducky Zero 6108 hold up? Very well, as it happens.
Looking for a keyboard that hits every possible need? The Ducky 6108 might be just what you're looking for, whether you're gaming, working, or both.
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I’ve heard a lot about Ducky’s keyboards but hadn’t experienced one for myself. When the opportunity arose to check out the Ducky Zero 6108, I jumped - and I’m glad I did.
The holy trinity of keyboard connectivity options, plus a great sound profile and adjustable feet for a comfortable typing experience, make the Ducky Zero 6108 one of my favourite options.
Ducky Zero 6108
One of my favourite larger keyboards around, the Ducky Zero 6108 offers just about everything you need - except for a more detailed manual.
Pros
Comfortable typing experience
Responsive switches
Looks great
Cons
Some sections a little too close together
Wish there was more direction in the box
Comfortable and adjustable
After months of testing out mechanical keyboards with a TKL profile, the Ducky feels like a battle station sat in front of me. That’s very much a “me” thing - it’s actually pretty compact, and my only issue with the key layout is I wish there was a little more breathing room between the ten keys and the rest.
Still, it’s easy to navigate, and looks great, too. I’m reviewing the white version, and while it’s fairly weighty at 1.2 kg, it doesn’t feel dense because of its width. I’m also a big fan of the angle at which the keys are presented, with a wedge-like chassis that pushes them up nicely. And, if you need more flexibility, you’ll find adjustable feet underneath to raise things further.
The colourful lighting is a nice touch, and the power switch is underneath. This gives the whole board a nice, clean look with just a gap for the included USB-C cable for charging or connectivity.
I do, however, wish there was a manual in here. It took a little Googling to not only find out how to switch connectivity options (it’s Fn and F4/F5 for Bluetooth/2.4Ghz respectively) but also where the USB dongle was hiding (Ducky puts it inside the optional keycap replacement for the escape key).
Clack, Clack
So it looks good, but how does it fare with the rapid, Quicksilver-esque typing of an editor at your favourite gaming site? Really well, actually. After shifting my starting position from my usual TKL-focused one, I found them just as easy to type on.
I think I prefer the sound from a softer-sounding board, like the Keychron Q1 Max I reviewed recently, but the Cherry MX2A switches here offer a satisfying sound, with a bounce pad that makes it sound like a true nineties-style keyboard that takes me back to using an Amiga (god, I’m old).
Gaming-wise, the Ducky is tuned for a shorter bounce time. That means the keys are impressively responsive, and I had no issues in games of VALORANT, Overwatch 2, or just about anything else. Plus, the addition of all those keys opens up a whole new host of macro options I’d otherwise have forgone.
The Verdict
While I’d have liked a little more guidance in the box (which I admit sounds like a strange request for a keyboard), I had a blast testing the Ducky Zero 6108. It’s a very capable board with a comfortable typing angle and enough connectivity options to satisfy anyone.
4/5
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