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Das Keyboard Prime 13 Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard

Name: Das Keyboard Prime 13 Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard, Cherry MX Brown Mechanical Switches, Clean White LED Backlit Keys, USB Pass-Through
Brand: Das Keyboard
SKU: B01L9X1TRE

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Bottom line: The Das Keyboard Prime 13 Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard: Cherry MX Brown tactile switches rated up to 50 million keystrokes; main trade-off: single white LED backlight only, no RGB or per-key lighting.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Cherry MX Brown tactile switches rated up to 50 million keystrokes
✓ Full N-key rollover over USB (shift+mute toggle), Windows and Linux
✓ Anodized aluminum top panel resists flex for solid typing feel
✓ Laser-etched keycaps plus gold-plated switch contacts resist wear
✓ Dual USB 2.0 pass-through hub with long 6.5 ft (201 cm) cable

Cons

✗ Single white LED backlight only, no RGB or per-key lighting
✗ Cherry MX Brown is the only switch option at this tier
✗ Pass-through is USB 2.0, not faster USB 3.0
✗ Full 104-key layout only, no compact or TKL version

Manufacturer description

The Das Keyboard Prime 13 focuses on minimalists needs to awesome typing experience for maximum efficiency and minimum distractions. It begins with the solid, clean lines sculpted with the sleek anodized aluminum top panel and continues with each defined keystroke against the ambient White backlighting. Without all the excessive frills, this superior quality keyboard focuses on just the typing. It's the tool that connects you to the machine.

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Das Keyboard Prime 13 Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the gaming peripherals category. Das Keyboard's gaming peripherals lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

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Key Features

NO-NONSENSE FEATURES TO GET THE JOB DONE - The Prime 13 is a minimalist, beautiful, and rock-solid keyboard that seamlessly connects the user to the machine for maximum creativity and productivity. Focus on the task at hand and let the keyboard disappear from your mind, seamlessly connecting it to your work displayed on the monitor.
PREMIUM TACTILE EXPERIENCE - Best-in-class Cherry MX Brown mechanical key switches provide tactile and audio feedback so accurate it allows you to execute every keystroke with lightning-fast precision. Factory lubricated stabilizers on large keys for smooth typing with bumps on the F and J keys. Enjoy the tactile experience you love from a mechanical keyboard, with just enough sound to satisfy you - and not annoy your coworkers!
UP TO 50 MILLION KEYSTROKES - Laser-etched keycaps for maximum durability are paired with Cherry MX Brown switches, giving your new mechanical keyboard life up to 50 million keystrokes. High-performance, gold-plated switches provide the best contact and typing experience because, unlike other metals, gold does not rust, increasing the lifespan of the switch.
FULL N-KEY ROLLOVER - Fast typists, productive professionals and gamers will appreciate that Das Keyboard Prime 13 mechanical keyboard supports full NKRO over USB. No need to use a PS2 adapter anymore. Just press shift + mute to toggle to NKRO (works with both Windows and Linux).
2 PORT USB 2.0 HUB & MORE - The convenience to charge USB devices and simultaneously upload content through USB is now right at your fingertips. Extra long 6.5 ft (201 cm) USB cable with single USB type-A connector. Dedicated Windows key disable-control for better gaming. Media and special function keys. White LED backlighting.

Full Specifications

Brand	Das Keyboard
Color	Soft Tactile - Cherry MX Brown Switches
Style	Prime 13
Theme	minimalist, typing efficiency
Generation	1st Generation
Model Name	Prime 13
Style Name	Prime 13
Unit Count	1 Count
Switch Type	Tactile
Connectivity	USB
Model Number	DKP13-PRMXT00-US
Power Source	Corded Electric
Compatibility	Switch, Linux
Built-In Media	Prime 13 Mechanical Keyboard, Keycap Puller
Item Type Name	Das Keyboard Prime 13 White LED Backlit Soft Tactile MX Brown Mechanical Keyboard (DKP13-PRMXT00-US)
Number of Keys	104
Connection Type	Wired
Keyboard Layout	QWERTY
Mfr Part Number	DKP13-PRMXT00-US
Special Feature	Lighting
Full listing title	Das Keyboard Prime 13 Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard, Cherry MX Brown Mechanical Switches, Clean White LED Backlit Keys, USB Pass-Through, Aluminum Top Panel (104 Keys, Black)

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