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AULA WIN68 HE Series vs HyperX Origins 2 65

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Origins 2 65

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General

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Series

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Origins 21Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Maker text calls the family Origins 2 keyboards. The Origins 2 series debuted at CES 2026 according to Tom's Hardware.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

AULA-WIN68HE-Mag-BK-Greywood, AULA-WIN68HE-Mag-GYYL-WingChun, AULA-WIN68HE-Mag-BKMIL-WingChun, AULA-WIN68HE-Mag-GYWHBL-WingChun2Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-series.jsonRead 15 October 2026SKU field of each of the four store variants.

B4QS3AA, B4QS3AA#ABA2Maker product pagehp.com/au-en/shop/hyperx-origins-2-65-b4qs3aa.htmlRead 14 October 2026HP Australia store (HyperX is an HP brand): SKU B4QS3AA. The listing gives weight with cable 692 g, so no keyboard-only weight is stored.5Retailer pageshop.mdpcloud.com/keyboard-origins-2-65-rgb-black-b4qs3aa-aba-hyperx-1465861Read 14 October 2026Retailer title: B4QS3AA#ABA. The HP Australia page lists B4QS3AA. The #ABA suffix is a regional code and is stored as listed.

GTIN / EAN

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1988289445975Retailer pageshop.mdpcloud.com/keyboard-origins-2-65-rgb-black-b4qs3aa-aba-hyperx-1465861Read 14 October 2026Retailer listing for B4QS3AA#ABA gives EAN 198828944597.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

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January 20264Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/hyperx-origins-2-65-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review says the Origins 2 series debuted at CES 2026. Exact day not stated.

Status

Available1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026

Available4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/hyperx-origins-2-65-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review text: available now, in black.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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$119.991Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026US store page labels $119.99 as MSRP and shows a sale price of $89.99. Tom's Hardware gives $119.99 as the price at release. The sale price is not stored.4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/hyperx-origins-2-65-reviewRead 14 October 2026Spec table: MSRP and price at time of release $119.99.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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US1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026US store page and US price.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black (OEM), Grey Yellow, Black Red, White Blue1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026Option values of the maker store page, verbatim. Black (OEM) is the HE with Greywood switches. The other three are HE Max with WingChun switches.2Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-series.jsonRead 15 October 2026

Black1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Single colour option, Black. The product page variant is Black, US Layout, HyperX Red Linear.

Segment

Gaming1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026

Gaming2Maker product pagehp.com/au-en/shop/hyperx-origins-2-65-b4qs3aa.htmlRead 14 October 2026Recommended usage: gaming.

Sold asiParts fitted when sold. A complete keyboard includes switches and keycaps. Barebones includes neither.

Complete1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026Sold fully assembled with keycaps and switches. Switch and keycap parts are fitted in every store variant.

Complete1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Layout

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Form factoriLayout size or shape. A percentage describes the layout, not the number of keys.

65 %1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026

65 %1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Layout standardiPhysical key layout standards sold for this model. Regional language names are listed separately.

ANSI1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026ANSI tag on the store page. No ISO model is listed on this product page.

ANSI3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Keyboards/Alloy_Origins_2_65/44X0088B-HX-Origins-2-65-RevB-QSG-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview drawing shows an ANSI layout with a horizontal Enter key.

Regional layouts

ANSI1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026Store page ANSI tag. The product images show a US legend set.

US1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Only one layout is offered on the US store, US Layout.

Keys in regional layoutiPhysical typing and function keys in the stated regional layout. Separate media buttons, macro buttons and rotary controls are excluded. A Touch ID or Lock key in a key row counts, as on Apple keyboards.

681Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 20263Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Product parameters, page 9: 'Number of keys: 68'. Layout drawing on pages 1 and 5.

673Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Keyboards/Alloy_Origins_2_65/44X0088B-HX-Origins-2-65-RevB-QSG-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026Counted on the overview drawing: 15 + 15 + 14 + 14 + 9 = 67. The drawing has an accent tool slot next to Fn instead of a key.

Key legends for

Windows3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Layout drawing shows a Win key and Alt keys.

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Numpad

No3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026

No3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Keyboards/Alloy_Origins_2_65/44X0088B-HX-Origins-2-65-RevB-QSG-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026

Function row

No3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Layout drawing: top row is Esc, 1 to 0, minus, equals, Backspace and Insert. F1 to F12 sit on the Fn layer.

No3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Keyboards/Alloy_Origins_2_65/44X0088B-HX-Origins-2-65-RevB-QSG-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026

Dedicated arrow keys

Yes3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Keyboards/Alloy_Origins_2_65/44X0088B-HX-Origins-2-65-RevB-QSG-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026

Navigation keysiAvailability of Home, End, Page Up and Page Down as dedicated keys or through an Fn layer.

Compact3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Dedicated Insert, Delete, PgUp and PgDn keys. Home and End are Fn+[ and Fn+] (Windows layer) per page 3.

Compact3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Keyboards/Alloy_Origins_2_65/44X0088B-HX-Origins-2-65-RevB-QSG-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026Right column has Del, Home, Page Up and Page Down. There is no End key.

Key stagger

Row-staggered3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Row-staggered3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Keyboards/Alloy_Origins_2_65/44X0088B-HX-Origins-2-65-RevB-QSG-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026

Bottom row

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Low profile

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Switches

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Switch sensing technologyiKey sensing technology. Hall effect and TMR are different sensor types. A mixed board is identified explicitly. Magnetic switch housing alone does not identify the sensor.

Magnetic (Hall effect)1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026Switch spec list: 'Switch Type: Magnetic Hall Effect Switch' for both WingChun and Greywood.

Mechanical1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Switch feel

Linear6Reviewmechanicalkeyboard.netRead 15 October 2026Review of the WingChun switch: 'Hall Effect linear switch'. The Greywood is called linear by a Thai retailer (jib.co.th).10Retailer pagejib.co.th/web/product/readProduct/75089/2735/KEYBOARD--%E0%B8%84%E0%B8%B5%E0%B8%A2%E0%B9%8C%E0%B8%9A%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%8C%E0%B8%94--AULA-WIN68HE-GRAY-WOOD-MAGNETIC-SWITCH-RGB-EN-TH---BLACKRead 15 October 2026Retailer spec list: 'Gray Wood Magnetic Switch (Linear)'.

Linear1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Switch maker

AULA1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026The maker names both switches in its own product copy. The switch factory is not stated.

HyperX1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Switch models

Greywood Magnetic Switch, WingChun Magnetic Switch1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026

HyperX Linear Red1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Switch specification table: HyperX Red, linear.

Switch stem

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Actuation forceiForce at the point where a key registers. Initial spring force is not actuation force. Adjustable switches require a stated actuation setting.

32gf1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026Greywood (HE) 32 gf, WingChun (HE Max) 36 gf. Base value is the Greywood standard model. Max variants carry 36 gf.

40gf1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Switch specification table lists 40 g in the row it calls Actuation Point. The unit is grams, so it is stored as a force. Tom's Hardware also says an actuation force of 40g.

Bottom-out forceiForce at the end of the switch travel. It is not the initial spring force or the tactile peak.

50gf1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026Greywood 50 gf, WingChun 49 gf. Base value is the Greywood standard model.

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Tactile bump forceiPeak force of the tactile bump. It is not the force at initial movement or at bottom-out.

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Actuation pointiDistance before a key registers. For adjustable boards, the default profile or setting is stated in the source note.

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1.8mm4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/hyperx-origins-2-65-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: HyperX Linear Reds with an actuation force of 40g and a short 1.8mm travel actuation. Read as the actuation point. The maker page does not state it.

Total travel

3.4mm1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026Published as 'Stroke: 3.4±0.1mm' for both switches.

4mm1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Switch specification table: total travel distance 4.0 mm.

Rated keystrokes

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80million1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Product text: rated for up to 80 million keypresses.

Factory-lubed switches

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Yes1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Product text: the switches are factory-lubed.

Adjustable actuation

Yes3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026

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Actuation rangeiSelectable actuation distances. These are settings, not a measured usable travel range.

Min0.1Max3.4mm3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Pages 1 and 5: driver adjusts the trigger stroke range 0.1-3.4 mm for Max, Pro and Standard versions.

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Actuation stepiSmallest documented increment between selectable actuation settings.

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Per-key actuationiActuation can be configured individually for supported keys. The source note identifies any excluded keys.

Yes9Retailer pageevezone.evetech.co.za/deep-dives/gray-wood-versus-wing-chun-two-magnetic-switchesRead 15 October 2026Retailer guide: actuation adjusts per key on both editions.

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Rapid trigger

Yes1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026Product copy lists RT (Rapid Trigger) among the key functions.

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Minimum rapid trigger movementiSmallest selectable movement used to reset or reactivate a key. This is a setting, not measured accuracy.

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Multi-action keys

Yes1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026Product copy lists DKS (Dual Key Switching) and MPT (Multi-Press Timing). The manual calls DKS Dynamic Keystroke.3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Driver functions DKS, MPT, MT, TGL and END on pages 4 and 8.

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SOCD handling

Yes1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026Product copy: SOCD (Simultaneous Opposite Key Detection). The manual calls it PRCS (SOCD function).3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026PRCS (SOCD function) binds two keys so the later press releases the earlier one.

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Analog inputiCan send variable gamepad or joystick input. Magnetic sensing or adjustable actuation alone does not establish analog output.

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Hot-swap socketsiSwitches can be replaced without soldering. Magnetic compatibility must be checked separately.

Magnetic1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026Product copy: 'full-key hot-swappability'. Compatible switch type from the manual and reviews.

5-pin1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Product text: hot swap 5-pin sockets, no soldering.

Compatible switches

Magnetic switches only. Standard MX mechanical switches are not compatible6Reviewmechanicalkeyboard.netRead 15 October 2026Spec table: 'Yes (HE magnetic switches only)'. Standard MX switches are not compatible.

Most 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches. Not compatible with magnetic or optical switches1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Footnote 2: compatible with most 3 and 5-pin mechanical switches, not magnetic or optical switches.

Stabilizers

Plate-mounted5Reviewtech4gamers.com/aula-win68-he-max-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review of the HE Max: plate-mounted stabilizers. Applied to the series.

Plate-mounted1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Product text: plate-mounted stabilizers.

Factory-lubed stabilizers

Yes5Reviewtech4gamers.com/aula-win68-he-max-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review of the HE Max: factory-lubed stabilizers. Applied to the series.

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Keycaps

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Keycap material

PBT5Reviewtech4gamers.com/aula-win68-he-max-reviewRead 15 October 20266Reviewmechanicalkeyboard.netRead 15 October 2026Review of the HE Max: PBT construction.7Reviewxiaomitoday.com/aula-win60he-max-and-win68he-max-review-wired-magnetic-switch-keyboardsRead 15 October 202611Reviewhlplanet.comRead 15 October 2026Review of the standard HE (it says Beast mode is only on the Max): 'Doubleshot PBT Keycaps'.12Retailer pagealbagame.al/apps/aeo/ai/md/default/products/keyboard-aula-win68-he-black-ansi-us.mdRead 15 October 2026Retailer spec for the standard HE Black ANSI US: 'Double-shot PBT, Black'.

ABS4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/hyperx-origins-2-65-reviewRead 14 October 2026Spec table: double-shot ABS. A Japanese blog review calls the keycaps polycarbonate and Coolblue lists ABS. Tom's Hardware is the only source stored.

Legend method

Doubleshot5Reviewtech4gamers.com/aula-win68-he-max-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review of the HE Max: 'PBT two-color injection molding and PBT five-sided thermal sublimation', with side-engraved sublimation legends. The same review calls the keycaps PBT. mechanicalkeyboard.net and a review of the standard HE both call the legends doubleshot, which is stored.6Reviewmechanicalkeyboard.netRead 15 October 2026Review of the HE Max: 'The legends are crisply doubleshot'.11Reviewhlplanet.comRead 15 October 2026Same review: doubleshot. No other legend method is named.12Retailer pagealbagame.al/apps/aeo/ai/md/default/products/keyboard-aula-win68-he-black-ansi-us.mdRead 15 October 2026Same line: double-shot.

Doubleshot4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/hyperx-origins-2-65-reviewRead 14 October 2026Spec table: double-shot.

Keycap profile

OEM5Reviewtech4gamers.com/aula-win68-he-max-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review spec table: 'OEM, Cherry'. OEM is the profile named for the Black (OEM) maker option.7Reviewxiaomitoday.com/aula-win60he-max-and-win68he-max-review-wired-magnetic-switch-keyboardsRead 15 October 2026

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Keycap thickness

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Shine-through legendsiLight passes through the legends. Translucent keycap sides alone do not count.

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Yes4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/hyperx-origins-2-65-reviewRead 14 October 2026Pros list: thick shine-thru keycaps. The text says the RGB is accentuated by the shine-through keycaps.

Performance

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Polling rate per connectioniDocumented report rates for each connection. Required receivers or optional adapters are identified in the row and source note.

AAULA WIN68 HE Series

Connection	Polling rate (Hz)
USB (wired)	8,000

Source3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026'Keyboard return rate: up to 8000Hz, with adjustable 7 levels of return rate for the driver.' Wired USB-C only.

BHyperX Origins 2 65

Connection	Polling rate (Hz)
USB (wired)	8,000

Source1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Keyboard specifications: polling rate 8000 Hz. The keyboard is wired only. Product text says up to 8k.

Max polling rate

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Polling rate (wired)

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Polling rate (2.4 GHz)

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Polling rate (Bluetooth)

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Scan rateiHow often the keyboard reads its switches. A USB report rate does not establish a scan rate.

4,000Hz3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026'Keyboard key scanning rate: 4000Hz' for the standard and PRO/Max layouts. PRO/Max adds 'Full key 4k Hz, single key up to 32k Hz'. The 4000 Hz full-key rate is stored.

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Input latency (claimed)iMaker-published input or response latency with conditions in the source note. Do not calculate this from polling rate.

0.2ms3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026'Keyboard latency as low as 0.2ms.' Test conditions are not stated.

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Key rollover per connectioniKeys registered simultaneously over the stated connection. Connection is omitted if the source does not specify it.

AAULA WIN68 HE Series

Connection	Rollover
USB (wired)	NKRO

Source6Reviewmechanicalkeyboard.netRead 15 October 2026Spec table lists NKRO for the wired USB connection.

BHyperX Origins 2 65

Rollover
NKRO

Source1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Keyboard specifications: N-key. The connection is not named and the keyboard is wired only.

Anti-ghosting

Yes6Reviewmechanicalkeyboard.netRead 15 October 2026Spec table: 'Anti-Ghosting: NKRO'.

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Adjustable debounce

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Minimum debounce

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Measured

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Latency per connection (measured)iReviewer measurements for one tested setup per row. Settings and test method are stated in the source note. Missing conditions are not inferred.

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Actuation point (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Total travel (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Operating force (measured)iReviewer-measured force at actuation. The switch and actuation setting are stated in the source note.

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Typing noise (measured)iReviewer-measured A-weighted typing sound level. Measurement distance and conditions are stated in the source note.

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Battery life (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iReviewer-measured keyboard weight without cable or wrist rest. The tested configuration is stated in the source note.

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Connectivity

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Connections

USB (wired)1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026Product copy: 'wired connection' and Wired tag. No wireless mode is listed.

USB (wired)1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Wireless technology

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Bluetooth

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Bluetooth device slots

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Devices it can switch betweeniDistinct device connections available for switching. Do not infer this by adding wireless modes or paired Bluetooth slots.

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Device switchingiControl used to switch between paired device hosts. Connection-mode and OS switches are described separately.

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Receiver connector

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Receiver storage in keyboard

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Receiver shared with other devices

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Wireless range

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Detachable cable

Yes5Reviewtech4gamers.com/aula-win68-he-max-reviewRead 15 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Keyboards/Alloy_Origins_2_65/44X0088B-HX-Origins-2-65-RevB-QSG-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026The USB-C to USB-A cable is a separate part in the overview. Tom's Hardware says the cable is removable.4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/hyperx-origins-2-65-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: the cable is removable.

Port on keyboard

USB-C3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026'Type C connectivity'.

USB-C3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Keyboards/Alloy_Origins_2_65/44X0088B-HX-Origins-2-65-RevB-QSG-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview: USB-C port on the top edge.

Cable plug

USB-A8Reviewboilingsteam.com/aula-win68he-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: a USB-C to USB-A cable with male connectors.

USB-A3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Keyboards/Alloy_Origins_2_65/44X0088B-HX-Origins-2-65-RevB-QSG-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026In the box: USB-C to USB-A cable.

Cable

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Braided1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026USB-C to USB-A, braided.

Cable length

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1.8m1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 20265.9 ft, USB-C to USB-A. The HP Australia page gives 1.8 m.2Maker product pagehp.com/au-en/shop/hyperx-origins-2-65-b4qs3aa.htmlRead 14 October 2026Cable length 1.8 m.

USB passthrough

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Works withiSystems on which the keyboard works. Configuration software may have narrower system support.

Windows, macOS, Linux3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Windows and Mac modes in the manual. Linux comes from the Boiling Steam review.8Reviewboilingsteam.com/aula-win68he-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: used on Linux without software.

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Consoles

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PlayStation, Xbox1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Compatibility: PC, PS5, Xbox Series.

Battery

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Battery type

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Number of batteriesiNumber of replaceable AA or AAA cells required. Internal rechargeable battery packs are not counted here.

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Battery capacity

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User-replaceable battery

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Battery life per mode (claimed)iMaker estimates. Store one published native duration unit per row: hours, days or months. Days and months describe calendar use including idle time, not continuous runtime. Do not convert calendar estimates into hours. Connection, lighting and polling rate are included only when published. Brightness, workload, screen status, sleep settings and up-to qualifiers go in the source note.

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Longest battery life (claimed)iLongest maker estimate published in hours across the listed modes. Rows published in days or months do not contribute. Conditions can differ between products.

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Battery life, lighting offiLongest maker estimate published in hours with lighting off. Calendar-day and calendar-month estimates are not converted and do not contribute.

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Battery life, lighting oniLongest maker estimate published in hours with lighting enabled. Calendar-day and calendar-month estimates are not converted and do not contribute. Brightness and display conditions are stated in the source note.

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Battery life, backlight on (claimed)iLongest maker up-to estimate published in calendar days with backlighting enabled. Includes idle time and the source-defined usage pattern, not continuous runtime. Brightness, workload, connection and sleep conditions remain in the table and source note. Hours and months are not converted.

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Battery life, backlight off (claimed)iLongest maker up-to estimate published in calendar months with backlighting off. Includes idle time and the source-defined usage pattern, not continuous runtime. Workload, connection and sleep conditions remain in the table and source note. Hours and days are not converted.

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Charging port

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Full charge timeiPublished time for a full charge. Approximate times remain qualified in the source note.

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Quick charge

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Use while charging

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Solar charging

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Battery indicator

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Build

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Case material

ABS plastic5Reviewtech4gamers.com/aula-win68-he-max-reviewRead 15 October 20266Reviewmechanicalkeyboard.netRead 15 October 20267Reviewxiaomitoday.com/aula-win60he-max-and-win68he-max-review-wired-magnetic-switch-keyboardsRead 15 October 202611Reviewhlplanet.comRead 15 October 2026Same review: an ABS plastic case.12Retailer pagealbagame.al/apps/aeo/ai/md/default/products/keyboard-aula-win68-he-black-ansi-us.mdRead 15 October 2026Same spec: ABS plastic.

Translucent smoke gray polycarbonate4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/hyperx-origins-2-65-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: all Origins 2 65 keyboards ship with a translucent smoke gray polycarbonate case. Colored cases are sold separately.

Plate material

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Polycarbonate1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Product text: polycarbonate plate.

Mount style

Tray5Reviewtech4gamers.com/aula-win68-he-max-reviewRead 15 October 20266Reviewmechanicalkeyboard.netRead 15 October 2026Spec table: 'Tray-Mount (per manufacturer)'. The review saw gasket-like flex and still treats the board as tray-mount.7Reviewxiaomitoday.com/aula-win60he-max-and-win68he-max-review-wired-magnetic-switch-keyboardsRead 15 October 202611Reviewhlplanet.comRead 15 October 2026Same review: a tray mounting system.12Retailer pagealbagame.al/apps/aeo/ai/md/default/products/keyboard-aula-win68-he-black-ansi-us.mdRead 15 October 2026Same spec: 'Tray-Mount, metal positioning plate'.

Other1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Product text: silicon O-ring mount. The schema has no O-ring option, so it is stored as other.

Flex cuts in PCB

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Sound dampeningiDampening layers the maker or a review names. Foam whose position in the stack is not stated is foam. Films, pads and silicone parts that fit no other option are other.

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Case foam, Other1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Product text: reverb-dampening removable silicone weight, stored as other. The case foam is from the Tom's Hardware review.4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/hyperx-origins-2-65-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: dampening foam in the case.

Typing anglesiKeyboard slope for each supported foot position, starting with the lowest. An adjustable-foot count does not establish angles. When the maker publishes only the angle with the feet out, that angle is stored alone.

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Spill resistant

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IP rating

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Lighting

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Backlight

RGB per key1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026

RGB per key1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Per key RGB lighting, 16,777,216 colors.

LED position

South-facing1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026

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Lighting zones

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Brightness levelsiSelectable onboard brightness steps. The source note states whether the off position is included.

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51Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Per key RGB lighting and 5 brightness levels. The quick start guide also says 5 levels. Whether off is counted is not stated.

Side or underglow lighting

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Lighting sensors

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Lighting sync

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Controls

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Media keysiPlayback controlled by separate buttons, an Fn layer or a multifunction knob/rocker. Volume controls are listed separately, and knob presses are excluded from the separate media-button count.

Fn layer3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Media functions are on the FN2 layer (Fn plus Right Ctrl) on page 3.

Fn layer3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Keyboards/Alloy_Origins_2_65/44X0088B-HX-Origins-2-65-RevB-QSG-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026Fn plus a function key skips back, plays or pauses, or skips forward.

Separate media buttonsiSeparate physical buttons for playback or mute, counted once each. Fn shortcuts, macro buttons, knob presses and roller presses are excluded.

03Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Layout drawing shows no separate media buttons.

03Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Keyboards/Alloy_Origins_2_65/44X0088B-HX-Origins-2-65-RevB-QSG-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026Media control is on the Fn layer only. No separate media buttons in the drawing.

Volume control

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Keys3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Keyboards/Alloy_Origins_2_65/44X0088B-HX-Origins-2-65-RevB-QSG-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026Fn plus a function key mutes, lowers or raises the computer audio. The guide text says to use a knob, but the overview drawing shows no knob. Treated as volume keys.

Knobs

03Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Layout drawing shows no knob.

03Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Keyboards/Alloy_Origins_2_65/44X0088B-HX-Origins-2-65-RevB-QSG-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026The overview drawing and the top view show no knob.

Programmable knob

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Knob press

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Separate macro keysiSeparate physical keys or buttons intended for macros. Excludes ordinary remappable keys, media buttons and a dedicated software-launch button.

03Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Layout drawing shows no separate macro keys.

03Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Keyboards/Alloy_Origins_2_65/44X0088B-HX-Origins-2-65-RevB-QSG-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026The drawing shows no separate macro keys.

Built-in screen

None3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Layout drawing shows no screen.

None3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Keyboards/Alloy_Origins_2_65/44X0088B-HX-Origins-2-65-RevB-QSG-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026The drawing shows no screen.

Touchpad

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Fingerprint reader

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OS mode switch

Key combination3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Hold Fn+A for 5 seconds for Windows mode. Hold Fn+S for 5 seconds for Mac mode.

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Windows key lock

Yes3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Fn+Win locks the Windows key.

Yes3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Keyboards/Alloy_Origins_2_65/44X0088B-HX-Origins-2-65-RevB-QSG-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026Game Mode disables the Windows key. The Windows key lights up while it is on.

Software

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Software

AULA online driver5Reviewtech4gamers.com/aula-win68-he-max-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: web-based driver at magnet.aulastar.com for the HE Max. The maker lists a second online driver for the HE.

HyperX NGENUITY1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Software runs on

Web5Reviewtech4gamers.com/aula-win68-he-max-reviewRead 15 October 20268Reviewboilingsteam.com/aula-win68he-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: the web tool runs on any platform. Firmware updates need Windows.

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Open firmware

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Onboard memory

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Yes1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Keyboard specifications: onboard memory 3 profiles.

Onboard profilesiProfiles stored on the keyboard, including fixed defaults when the maker counts them. Software-only profiles are excluded.

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31Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Keyboard specifications: 3 profiles.

Macros

Yes5Reviewtech4gamers.com/aula-win68-he-max-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: the driver has a macros menu.

Yes1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026NGENUITY lets you record macros.

Macros stored onboardiRecorded command sequences run from keyboard storage without the configuration app. Onboard lighting or remapping alone does not establish this.

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Key remapping

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Yes1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026NGENUITY lets you rebind keys.

LayersiTotal key mapping layers including the base layer. Lighting effect layers and profile slots are excluded.

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User firmware updates

Yes5Reviewtech4gamers.com/aula-win68-he-max-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: the driver has a firmware update menu.8Reviewboilingsteam.com/aula-win68he-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: firmware updates are done with the web tool.

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Ergonomics

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Wrist rest

None7Reviewxiaomitoday.com/aula-win60he-max-and-win68he-max-review-wired-magnetic-switch-keyboardsRead 15 October 2026The review box contents include no wrist rest. The ribbon is a decorative strap.

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Wrist rest material

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Tenting

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Tenting angles

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiKeyboard body dimensions with fitted keycaps, without wrist rest and with feet folded. Any different measurement condition is stated in the source note. Width is the longest side, depth runs front to back and height is the thickness. Map by size when the maker's labels differ.

Width321.14Depth109.06Height37.17mm(12.6 × 4.3 × 1.5 in)3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026'Product size: 321.14*109.06*37.17 ±0.1mm', page 9. Feet state is not stated.

Width323.7Depth114Height42.9mm(12.7 × 4.5 × 1.7 in)1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Physical specifications: width 323.7 mm, depth 114.0 mm, height 42.9 mm. The measurement conditions are not stated.

Dimensions with wrist rest

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Keyboard weightiKeyboard without cable or wrist rest. Weights that include accessories cannot be stored here. A cable that cannot be removed is included. Replaceable batteries are included, as built-in batteries are.

686g(1.5 lb)3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026'Product weight: about 686g (Excluding wires)', page 9.

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Weight including wrist restiKeyboard plus supplied wrist rest, excluding packaging. The source note identifies any included cable.

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Box dimensions

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Box weightiOne retail package including its contents. A multi-unit shipping carton weight is excluded.

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Certifications

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Platform certifications

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

Keyboard, USB cable, Keycap and switch puller, 2 spare switches, Decorative ribbon7Reviewxiaomitoday.com/aula-win60he-max-and-win68he-max-review-wired-magnetic-switch-keyboardsRead 15 October 2026Review box contents: USB cable, two spare switches, keycap and switch puller, decorative ribbon.

Origins 2 65 Keyboard, USB-C to USB-A Cable, Switch and Keycap Puller Tool, QSG1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Box contents as listed by the maker.

Cables included

AAULA WIN68 HE Series

Type	Count
USB cable	1

Source7Reviewxiaomitoday.com/aula-win60he-max-and-win68he-max-review-wired-magnetic-switch-keyboardsRead 15 October 2026

BHyperX Origins 2 65

Type	Count
USB-C to USB-A cable	1

Source1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026One USB-C to USB-A cable.

Spare switches

27Reviewxiaomitoday.com/aula-win60he-max-and-win68he-max-review-wired-magnetic-switch-keyboardsRead 15 October 2026'two spare switches' in the review. Evetech lists two spare Gray Wood switches for the HE.9Retailer pageevezone.evetech.co.za/deep-dives/gray-wood-versus-wing-chun-two-magnetic-switchesRead 15 October 2026Retailer guide: the HE ships with two spare Gray Wood switches and a keycap puller.

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Links

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Product page

www.aulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-series1Maker product pageaulagear.com/products/aula-win68-he-seriesRead 15 October 2026

hyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboard1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Spec sheet

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hyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboard1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Manual

aulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdf3Owner's manualaulagear.com/cdn/shop/files/AULA_WIN68_HE_Series_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026

files.hyperx.com/Manuals/Keyboards/Alloy_Origins_2_65/44X0088B-HX-Origins-2-65-RevB-QSG-web.pdf3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Keyboards/Alloy_Origins_2_65/44X0088B-HX-Origins-2-65-RevB-QSG-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026Quick start guide 44X0088B, 15 pages in several languages. Maker file host. The same file is on a retailer site.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year4Maker product pageaulagear.com/pages/warranty-policyRead 15 October 2026'Keyboards and DIY Kits: Covered by a 1-year warranty.' Applies to purchases from the maker's own store.

2years1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-origins-2-65-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Technical specifications: warranty 2 years. US store. The HP Australia page also says 2 years.

Both are also in the API. Back to all keyboards.