Genesis Thor 660 review – small mechanical keyboard loaded with features and RGB effects

In 2023, the keyboard market is flooded with so many different types of units that sometimes it's hard for the regular user to choose the right product. That's why today we'll show you a keyboard that can be used in wireless and wired mode - the Genesis Thor 660. This is a compact gaming keyboard that will fit with ease in most backpacks. It has a built-in battery so you don't have to carry additional batteries and you can use it while charging which is definitely good. This unit is meant for fast-paced games like CS:GO or Call Of Duty where every millisecond is essential and Genesis claims that this gadget can be super snappy even when using it wirelessly. On top of that, this product is loaded with RGBs and you can customize the lighting with the dedicated Genesis software. Still, because of the additional key stabilizers, this keyboard should be quiet enough (at least on paper) even for regular typing which is a bolt claim for a mechanical device like this one. So, let's find out if it's true. You can check the current price of Genesis Thor 660 here: Specs Sheet Genesis Thor 660 Communication Wireless, Wired Interface Bluetooth, USB Specialized Gaming Layout US Key mechanism Mechanical Switch type Gateron Red Keyboard type 60% Illumination Yes Illumination color RGB Battery capacity 3000 mAh Number of backlight modes 19 Range 10m Cable length ‎150cm Number of keys 61 Multimedia keys Yes Number of multimedia keys 13 Keys lifetime 50 mln. Sampling frequency 1 000 Hz Actuation point 2mm Actuation force 45g Response time 8ms Low profile keyboard No Supported Operating Systems Android, Linux, Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows Vista, Windows XP Software Yes Hardware Requirements A device with a USB-A port Keycaps printing technology Double injection Built-in memory Yes Switch profile High Layout standard ANSI Material ABS Functions Macros Available, Profiles Available Macro record Yes Anti-ghosting Yes Connectors ‎USB 2.0, USB Type-C Color Black Power supply Built-in battery Length 293mm Width 102mm Height 39mm Weight 588g What's in the box? The box is really sturdy. Inside, you'll find the keyboard itself, a keycap remover tool, a USB cable, and some manuals. Design and construction That's a nice-looking 60-percent keyboard. As you can see, it lacks a NumPad section but for a gamer-centric device, it's quite normal especially given the size of this thing. The keyboard is made of plastic and it feels good to the touch - the build quality is nice. The design is modern and minimalistic as possible without sacrificing the key size which is very important, especially for people with big hands. On the bottom side, you'll find four rubber feet and an On / Off switch. The height and the angle of the keyboard are spot-on, at least for us. On the other hand, you can't adjust the height but we are quite happy with the default one. The weight is a bit on the high side - 588g but the keyboard feels like a well-built product so we don't mind a few extra grams. The keyboard is available in a black or white color scheme. Installation, Features, Setup, and Testing As we said earlier, you can use this keyboard as a standard one by using a cable connection with your PC / laptop / TV or you can use it wirelessly because it supports (low latency) Bluetooth. Yep, no 2.4GHz connection here but the good news is, we didn't experience any lags during gaming and typing so the responsiveness is definitely there. Speaking of Bluetooth, one of the greatest features of this keyboard is the fact that it can be connected to up to three devices at the same time and you can switch between them with the left "Shift", "Ctrl", and "Alt" keys. The switching happens in a blink of an eye and this can be really handy if you're using more than one device at the same time (in our case that's very useful because we can test three laptops at the same time by using a single keyboard). By the way, the range of this thing is quite wide (up to 10m) and the signal is just fine even when it goes through a wall. Well, yeah, you're not going to use this keyboard when there is a wall between you and your PC or laptop, but we decided to test this and we are happy with the end result. The Genesis Thor 660 has 61 keys and almost every one of them doubles as a functional key except for "Backspace", "Enter", right "Alt", and "Space". Now, that's crazy, you have 50+ functional keys in a small 60-percent keyboard! You can use the keyboard for opening the browser, volume control, fast-forwarding a movie or song, opening the Calculator, brightness adjustment, etc. The keys have a nice grippy texture which is good no matter the usage. Thanks to the Pudding PBT keycaps, there is a bigger visible area between the keys with a translucent design so you can see the RGB effects better. In addition, the space between the keys is generous so miss pressing other keys should be as low as possible. The large keys feature factory-lubricated Gateron stabilizers (and switches) which leads to better stability and lowered noise during usage and the normal keys are equipped with Gateron Red switches with an actuation point of 2.0 mm and an actuation force of just 45 g. The sampling frequency is 1000 Hz and Genesis is mentioning 8ms response time. We played some games and it's great that there is no difference in wired and Bluetooth modes in terms of key response and overall snappiness - that is a real achievement! The keys are very stable, there are almost zero wobbles even when you want to "shake" them on purpose, and you don't feel that you're using an old typewriter which can be said for some other mechanical keyboards. That's why you can use this small fella for typing as well - it's not as quiet as a high-quality low-profile keyboard but the sound during typing can be considered normal and not-so-intrusive. The N-Key rollover function (ergo, Anti-Ghosting) is a must, especially while gaming and pressing numerous keys at the same time - this ensures that the device will register every single key press, and the correct signal will be sent to your PC. This worked for us very well in Call Of Duty: Warzone 2, where the usage of the WASD area and the "Shift", "Alt", "Space", "F", "G", and "1 -4" keys is quite intensive. The keyboard has a built-in 3000 mAh battery which is good because when the unit is out of juice during a gaming session, you can just plug in the USB cable and you can continue to play while the keyboard will charge its battery at the same time. The built-in memory is also a nice feature because all your settings are personal preferences are saved in the gadget's memory so you can use this Genesis product on other devices without doing any type of settings configuring. The dedicated software is user-friendly and you can use it to switch between the 19 RGB modes, tune some key settings, create macros, control the brightness, etc. Typing Sound Testing Now, let's check the typing sound of the Genesis Thor 660. We also have a separate video where we are comparing the noise levels during typing between the Genesis keyboard and the Razer Ornata V2 (which is a hybrid keyboard with membrane keys and mechanical switches). Check the two videos down below and tell us in the comment section which one is quieter. Verdict We are very impressed by the Genesis Thor 660. It can be picked in black or white color, and it's a compact, modern-looking 60-percent gaming keyboard. The size of it is on the low side so you can put it in your backpack with ease. The build quality is good, the keys are grippy and they feature Gateron Red switches with a low accusation point and force, while the larger caps have lubricated Gateron stabilizers for better stability, smoothness, and lowered noise during usage. The gadget is meant for gaming and we tries some popular online shooters - we experienced zero problems while testing this little fella. The key response is great, the surface of the keys is not causing sweating (at least in our case), and the Anti-Ghosting function is doing its job well. The device supports wired and Bluetooth connection and it's snappy and responsive even when the USB cable isn't plugged in. The Bluetooth range is quite impressive and stable, and you can connect this keyboard to up to three different devices at the same time. Most caps can be used as functional keys which is very handy. For the RGB fans - the lighting customization is rich, there are 19 different RGB modes, you can choose different colors, you can control the brightness, etc. The Pudding PBT keycaps look great because you can see better the RGB effects. The keyboard has a built-in battery and memory which can be valuable extras for people who are constantly on the go. Last but not least, the price of this thing is pleasant which can be a deal breaker for some of you. The Genesis Thor 660 is a multifunctional multi-purpose small gaming keyboard loaded with features. It can be used for gaming and typing because it can be considered a quiet unit (for a mechanical keyboard). You can check the current price of Genesis Thor 660 here: