After a half-year interval, Rapoo has launched the V500PRO Multi-mode Edition 2024 mechanical keyboard. The new product continues the advantages of high playability and wide compatibility, and adds simple and convenient multi-device interaction, making the product more widely used and becoming an all-round warrior for seamless switching between office and entertainment.

Rich Configuration to Meet Users' Personal Needs

The Rapoo V500PRO Multi-mode Edition 2024 mechanical keyboard also has the advantage of rich configuration. In terms of color matching, the product still offers six color schemes, including Obsidian Black, Moonlight White, Sesame Milk, Bursting Lemon Green, Azure Yellow Tide, and Azure Sea and Sky. This review focuses on Obsidian Black and Azure Sea and Sky. Different colored products have a low-key and steady appearance, or a fashionable and simple appearance, or a fresh and textured appearance, catering to the fashion attitude of the young user group.

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How can this keyboard be without the decoration of lights? The product is equipped with key backlights, Rapoo brand LOGO lights, and RGB light strips on both sides. When the lights are turned on, it immediately increases the cool index of the Rapoo V500PRO Multi-mode Edition 2024 mechanical keyboard. Of course, there will be some differences in the light configuration of the keyboard with different colors. For example, the keycaps of the Azure Sea and Sky, Obsidian Black, and Moonlight White versions are translucent, while the keycaps of other versions are not translucent; the backlit of the Sesame Milk and other two-color color schemes are pure white backlit, and the Obsidian Black and Moonlight White are mixed color backlit, increasing the recognition of different versions of the keyboard.

For the control of light effects, the Rapoo V500PRO Multi-mode Edition 2024 mechanical keyboard can be said to be very rich. By using the FN+PgUp/FN+PgDn combination keys, or by setting it in the driver, you can achieve up to 20 light mode adjustments. By using the Fn+↑ and Fn+↓ combination keys, you can achieve 5 levels of brightness adjustment, Fn+← and Fn+→ to adjust the breathing frequency, Fn+Esc for short press to turn off/on the light, and long press for 3 seconds to restore the factory settings. Even the brand LOGO light has added the Fn+V, always on-breathing-off switching mode. Users can fine-tune according to their preferences to create an overall appearance that is more in line with personal preferences.

In the design of the body, the Rapoo V500PRO Multi-mode Edition 2024 also adopts a detachable magnetic panel design. By holding the frame and lifting and placing it, you can switch between the suspended and sunken forms of the keyboard. Among them, the suspended form is more likely to present cool light effects, enhance the key travel, and is easier to clean; the sunken form is more likely to ensure the stability of the axis, reduce the invasion of dust and debris, but it is a bit more troublesome to clean.In terms of key layout, the Rapoo V500PRO Multi-mode Edition 2024 version features a full-size 104-key layout. It is important to note that the Sesame Milk/Azure Yellow Tide/Explosive Lemon Green Orange/Azure Sea and Sky color schemes come with PBT double-shot injection keycaps, while the Moonlight White/Obsidian Black versions have ABS double-shot injection keycaps. It should be noted that when used with the Windows operating system, the keyboard supports 12 multimedia shortcut functions. By pressing the Fn + F1~F12 combination, users can achieve multimedia playback, volume adjustment, email, and other functions. Regrettably, the F1~F12 keys do not have multimedia function icons printed on them, which may cause some confusion when first using the keyboard.

On the back of the keyboard, the Rapoo V500PRO Multi-mode Edition 2024 version is equipped with a dual-stage footrest stand, allowing players to adjust the keyboard to three different heights for a more comfortable typing angle. The keyboard features a detachable cable design, and with the cable management groove on the back, it can be freely routed in three directions (left, center, right). This flexibility allows users to manage the cable according to the location of their USB ports, helping to maintain a tidy desktop.

Wide-ranging multi-mode connectivity

As a product that emphasizes multi-mode connectivity, the Rapoo V500PRO Multi-mode Edition 2024 version supports Bluetooth 5.0, wireless 2.4GHz, and wired connections, enabling the keyboard to connect with desktops, laptops, tablets, smartphones, and other devices. It also supports simultaneous connections to up to 5 devices (3 Bluetooth connections, 1 2.4GHz connection, and 1 wired connection), significantly expanding its range of use.

Switching between multiple devices is straightforward. There is a mode switch key on the side of the device, with the left side for 2.4GHz mode, the middle for power off, and the right for Bluetooth mode. A simple flip allows users to select the desired mode. To switch between different devices, the Fn + 1~5 number keys can be used for quick switching. For example, in Bluetooth mode, pressing Fn + 1~3 switches between the 3 connected Bluetooth devices, and pressing Fn + 5 switches to wired mode. The operation is not complicated; a simple flip and press allow for seamless transitions between work and entertainment.

Regarding the battery life, which is a concern for many, the Rapoo V500PRO Multi-mode Edition 2024 version is equipped with a 4000mAh lithium battery. With Rapoo's low-power consumption and energy-saving technology, the keyboard can achieve up to 360 hours of continuous use in 2.4GHz mode and 340 hours in Bluetooth mode. If used for 8 hours a day, it can ensure more than a month of continuous use, which is satisfactory in terms of battery performance. Of course, the keyboard also supports wired mode with charging and using simultaneously, so users are unlikely to experience any battery anxiety.Stable connection and excellent performance

In terms of the switch mechanism, the keyboard features five types of switches developed by Rapoo, including black, red, blue, brown, and quick silver switches. A dust wall treatment has been added to the switch center to reduce wobbling and provide more stable control. Each switch has its own characteristics: the black switch is sensitive and quick to respond, the blue switch has a crisp sound and strong rhythm, the brown switch has a slight tactile feedback for a light and brisk experience, the red switch is light to press with a quick bounce, and the quick silver switch is sensitive to trigger and has a strong rebound.

Quick Silver Switch

In this experience, we tested the black and quick silver switches. The black switch is a linear switch with an actuation force of 60±20cN and an actuation travel of 2.0±0.6mm. The initial touch feels quite heavy, with a clear and crisp feedback when bottoming out and a strong rebound force. In gaming, it feels very responsive and confirms actions well, allowing for clear execution of various combos. Even after long gaming sessions, there is no significant fatigue in the fingers, and the comfort is well-maintained, making it an ideal switch for gamers.

The quick silver switch is also a linear switch with an actuation force of 45±10cN and an actuation travel of 1.3±0.5mm. Its operation feels much lighter than the black switch, and it smoothly executes multi-key combos without any lag, making it more suitable for esports games that require quick reflexes.

In addition to the feel and performance of the switches themselves, we also specifically examined the connection stability of the Rapoo V500PRO multi-mode version 2024. In 2.4GHz mode, we placed the keyboard about 10 meters away from the receiver and it still connected normally. In everyday use, after a session of "League of Legends," there were no noticeable lags or delays, showing very stable performance.

Furthermore, the Rapoo V500PRO multi-mode version 2024 can achieve 104-key rollover in wired and 2.4GHz wireless modes; in Bluetooth mode, it supports any 6-key rollover, which can handle situations where multiple keys need to be pressed simultaneously in daily use or gaming, preventing key conflicts that could lead to mistakes.

Summary: Enhanced functionality, stronger competitiveness

The Rapoo V500PRO multi-mode version 2024 offers a variety of colors and lighting systems, dual form factors of suspended and sunken designs, multiple versions of Rapoo's own switches including black/blue/brown/red/linear quick silver, and different keycap materials, providing a wide range of configurations to easily meet the diverse personal needs of users.This product has also upgraded the simple and convenient multi-device interaction, capable of connecting to 5 devices simultaneously, with stable connections, low latency, and long battery life, as well as an optimized axis structure that can easily handle both office work and gaming. Considering the strong performance and the price of 249 yuan for the Rapoo V500PRO multi-mode version 2024, if you are looking for a wireless mechanical keyboard in the near future, this product is worth considering.