This is the retro keyboard of the future! - Iqunix ZX75
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Thanks to Secret Lab for sponsoring today's video! Check them out at lmg.gg This keyboard looks AWESOME, but can the price match performance? Iqunix thinks they've got a good balance between fashion and function with their new ZX75, but Plouffe is here to find out if this is the right keyboard for you. Learn more about the IQUNIX ZX75: lmg.gg Buy an IQUNIX ZX75: geni.us Purchases made through some store links may provide some compensation to Linus Media Group. Want us to unbox something? Make a suggestion at lmg.gg ► SUBSCRIBE ON FLOATPLANE: floatplane.com ► GET MERCH: lttstore.com ► AFFILIATES, SPONSORS & REFERRALS: lmg.gg ► PODCAST GEAR: lmg.gg ► SUPPORT US ON FLOATPLANE: floatplane.com FOLLOW US ELSEWHERE --------------------------------------------------- Twitter: twitter.com Instagram: @shortcircuityt TikTok: @linustech Facebook: @ShortCircuitYT CHAPTERS --------------------------------------------------- 0:00 Is it pronounced Iqunix or Iqunix? 0:41 Unboxing 2:56 Design impressions 4:59 Initial type feel 7:05 Battery and more design impressions 7:50 Sponsor - Secret Lab 8:15 Brushing caps and thoughts on RGB 9:00 Keycap thoughts 9:38 Typing test 9:54 Build quality 10:38 RGB/Transparency on the black colourway 11:24 Overall thoughts 12:45 Outro
The video opens with Linus casually addressing the naming and origin of the ZX75 by ICONIQS, noting the two variants included in the unboxing and the different switch types on each model. The presenter highlights the see-through plastic shell as a bold design choice and describes the packaging, which includes a USB-C to USB-C cable, a USB dongle for wireless connectivity, extra keycaps, a Mac layout option, and a small cleaning brush. Throughout the unboxing, he comments on the weight, build feel, and the overall aesthetic, praising the see-through casing and the retro camping motif of the keycaps, while also calling attention to the price point and the hardware features that support wireless operation, such as 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth modes. As the video transitions into design impressions, the ZX75 is described as a 75% form factor with 81 keys, a rugged magenta-green colorway on the green variant, and a knob that provides tactile control, all contributing to a distinct look and feel. The host then explores sound and typing experience, noting the key switches as linear and generally satisfying, with the spacebar described as a touch hollow but improvable with dampening foam. Finally, he discusses the practicalities of assembly, battery life of a 6000 mAh dual-cell system, adjustable magnetic feet, and the possibility of a silicone bottom pad to deaden sound, before concluding with a verdict on value, aesthetics, and whether the keyboard warrants its price depending on whether wireless functionality is essential for the user.
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Questions answered
- What are the main connectivity options for the IQUNIX ZX75 and how does they affect performance?
- The ZX75 supports both 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth. With 2.4 GHz, it maintains a 1000 Hz polling rate when plugged in, while Bluetooth reduces polling to 125 Hz, which is fine for typing but not ideal for gaming.
- What is included in the ZX75 package besides the keyboard itself?
- The package includes a USB-C to USB-C cable, a USB wireless dongle, extra keycaps including Mac layout options, a switch puller, a keycap puller, and a cleaning brush for keyboard maintenance.
- How does the pricing compare between the RGB transparent version and the non-RGB variant, and is the keyboard worth it for wireless users?
- The RGB version is priced around 215 dollars, and the non-RGB version around 195 dollars. For users who value wireless capability and a large battery, the ZX75 offers strong value, but for those who do not need wireless, the decision depends on whether the premium for wireless connectivity and see-through design is worth it to them.