One Desk, Two Ways to Type

Our desks have changed.

For many of us, a desk is no longer simply a place to work. In the morning, it might be where we reply to emails and finish a presentation. Later, it becomes a space for browsing, watching videos, chatting with friends or playing a few games before the day ends.

With so many things happening in one place, even something as familiar as a keyboard can make a noticeable difference to how that space feels.

Some people want fewer cables and the freedom to move between devices. Others prefer plugging in once and having everything ready, with important controls right at their fingertips.

That is where two different approaches to the everyday keyboard come in.

The CLIPTEC RGK652 PopkeyAir 100 and CLIPTEC RGK855 PopKey98 are both designed around compact, colourful desktop setups — but the way they fit into your daily routine is quite different.

When Your Desk Needs to Do More

Take a look at a typical workspace today.

There may be a laptop in the centre, a tablet beside it and perhaps another computer used for gaming or personal projects. Add a mouse, charging cables, earphones and a few everyday accessories, and suddenly the desk can feel much smaller than it actually is.

This is one reason compact keyboards have become so useful.

A well-planned keyboard layout can retain the keys we use regularly while reducing unnecessary space around them. It gives the mouse more room to move and can make the whole setup feel cleaner.

Both the RGK652 and RGK855 follow this idea, but each approaches it differently.

For the Person Who Is Always Switching

Imagine starting the day on a laptop, moving to a tablet for a meeting and returning to the main computer later.

Constantly reconnecting peripherals is probably not something you want to think about.

The CLIPTEC RGK652 PopkeyAir 100 is designed with that type of workspace in mind.

Its tri-mode connectivity gives you three ways to connect: Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless and USB Type-C wired mode. It also provides two Bluetooth channels, so the keyboard can fit more naturally into a multi-device setup.

You can keep the desk wireless when you want a cleaner look, then switch to a wired connection when that makes more sense.

It is a small convenience, but when you repeat the same actions every day, small conveniences start to matter.

A Lower Profile Can Change the Feel of a Desk

The RGK652 also takes a low-profile approach.

With 100 keys in a compact layout, it keeps everyday functionality while taking up less space than a conventional full-size keyboard. Its low-profile body gives the keyboard a slimmer visual presence on the desk, which works particularly well with clean, modern setups.

Underneath the keys is a membrane structure paired with ABS keycaps. Adjustable kickstand feet also allow the typing angle to be changed depending on how you prefer to position your hands.

And because a keyboard is something many of us look at for hours every day, appearance matters too.

The mixed-colour keycaps bring some personality to the workspace, while the RGB backlight offers 15 lighting effects with five levels of adjustment.

It can stay subtle during a working afternoon and become a little more colourful when the work is done.

Wireless Shouldn't Mean Constantly Thinking About Battery

Of course, removing the cable introduces another consideration: power.

The RGK652 includes a built-in 2000mAh rechargeable battery, together with auto-sleep functionality to help conserve power when the keyboard is not being used. Charging is handled through USB-C.

For everyday use, that means the keyboard can remain part of a clean wireless setup without turning charging into another thing that constantly needs attention.

And when the keyboard moves from work to play, up to 19-key anti-ghosting helps with combinations that require several keys to be pressed together.

In other words, the PopkeyAir 100 is less about being a keyboard for only one purpose and more about adapting as your desk changes throughout the day.

But Sometimes, Simple Is Better

Not everyone needs to switch between several devices.

For some setups, the best solution is still straightforward: connect the keyboard, keep it on the desk and know that it is ready whenever the computer is on.

That is the idea behind the CLIPTEC RGK855 PopKey98.

Instead of focusing on wireless flexibility, the RGK855 focuses on a compact wired experience with a few practical controls that are especially useful when work and entertainment happen on the same computer.

Its 98-key layout keeps the keyboard relatively compact, while a detachable USB-to-Type-C cable makes the connection easier to manage when moving or storing the keyboard.

And then there is the knob.

Sometimes a Knob Is Just More Convenient

Volume control sounds like a small feature — until you start using it regularly.

You might be listening to music while working when a call suddenly comes in. A video may be louder than expected. Or perhaps you're in the middle of a game and want to adjust the sound without searching for an on-screen control.

The dedicated volume knob on the RGK855 gives you a physical control that is easy to reach without interrupting what you are doing.

There is something satisfying about that simplicity.

Turn the knob, adjust the volume and continue.

No extra window. No searching through menus. No unnecessary interruption.

From Work Mode to Game Mode

The PopKey98 also carries the colourful character of the series.

Its RGB illumination offers five levels of adjustment, while the mixed-colour keycaps give the keyboard a more playful appearance than a traditional office keyboard.

For everyday shortcuts, there are 23 FN combination functions covering multimedia, office, web and lighting controls.

When the working day turns into gaming time, the RGK855 supports up to 26-key anti-ghosting, allowing multiple supported keys to register together during faster input.

Like the RGK652, it also uses a membrane structure, ABS keycaps and adjustable kickstand feet, with its keys rated for up to 10 million keystrokes.

It is still an everyday keyboard — just one that is comfortable crossing the line between productivity and play.

So, Which Type of Desk Sounds More Like Yours?

Choosing between these two keyboards is less about deciding which one is simply “better.”

It is more about understanding how you use your desk.

If your day regularly involves moving between a laptop, tablet and desktop, the CLIPTEC RGK652 PopkeyAir 100 makes a lot of sense. Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless and Type-C wired connectivity give it the flexibility to follow your workflow. Its low-profile 100-key design also suits anyone trying to keep a workspace compact and uncluttered.

If most of your time is spent on one computer and you prefer the reliability and simplicity of a wired connection, the CLIPTEC RGK855 PopKey98 takes a different approach. Its 98-key layout, RGB lighting, 26-key anti-ghosting and dedicated volume knob make everyday control straightforward.

At a glance:

A Keyboard Is Part of the Space

It is easy to think about keyboards only in terms of specifications.

How many keys? Wired or wireless? How many lighting effects?

Those things matter, but they are only part of the experience.

A keyboard is something that stays directly in front of us. We see it when we start working in the morning. We use it for messages, documents, searches, shortcuts and games. It becomes part of the desk and, eventually, part of our everyday routine.

The right keyboard should therefore do more than just respond when a key is pressed.

It should fit naturally into the way you use your space.

For one person, that might mean the wireless freedom and low-profile design of the CLIPTEC RGK652 PopkeyAir 100.

For another, it might be the compact wired simplicity and hands-on volume control of the CLIPTEC RGK855 PopKey98.

Different setups. Different habits.

But ultimately, the same simple idea:

Make your desk work the way you do.

A Few Quick Questions

1.What is the CLIPTEC RGK652 PopkeyAir 100?
The CLIPTEC RGK652 PopkeyAir 100 is a 100-key low-profile RGB office gaming keyboard with Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless and USB Type-C wired connectivity. It also features a built-in 2000mAh rechargeable battery and up to 19-key anti-ghosting.

2.What is the CLIPTEC RGK855 PopKey98?
The CLIPTEC RGK855 PopKey98 is a compact 98-key wired USB RGB office gaming keyboard featuring a dedicated volume control knob, detachable cable and up to 26-key anti-ghosting.

3.Which keyboard is better for multiple devices?
The RGK652 is the more suitable choice for multi-device use because it supports Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless and Type-C wired connections, including two Bluetooth channels.

4.Which keyboard has a volume knob?
The RGK855 PopKey98 includes a dedicated physical volume control knob for quick audio adjustment.

5.Can the RGK652 and RGK855 be used for both office work and gaming?
Yes. Both are designed as office gaming keyboards, combining everyday productivity functions, RGB illumination and anti-ghosting support in compact layouts.

Made to Type. Made for Your Setup.