NZXT
NZXT Function Elite MiniTKL (Black)
Status: NZXT Function Elite MiniTKL: Unavailable on Amazon as of . SpecPicks has no in-stock listing with matching specs on file; the search below lists current offers. eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.
Bottom line: The NZXT Function Elite MiniTKL: Mini tenkeyless footprint frees desk width for low-sens mouse sweeps; main trade-off: no numpad, so spreadsheet and numeric-hotkey work needs a separate keypad.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Mini tenkeyless footprint frees desk width for low-sens mouse sweeps
- ✓ Elite trim of NZXT's Function keyboard line, not the entry Function board
- ✓ Black colorway matches blacked-out NZXT cases and dark desk builds
Cons
- ✗ No numpad, so spreadsheet and numeric-hotkey work needs a separate keypad
- ✗ Listing omits switch type, polling rate and hot-swap details
- ✗ Black is the only finish on this SKU, no white or colored variant
Manufacturer description
Function Elite MiniTKL (Black)
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored NZXT Function Elite MiniTKL using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the gaming peripherals category. NZXT'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.
Common buyer scenarios for gaming peripherals of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- Function Elite MiniTKL (Black)
Full Specifications
| Brand | NZXT |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Style | Function Elite |
| Theme | Gaming |
| Language | English |
| Model Name | Function Elite MiniTKL |
| Style Name | Function Elite |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Switch Type | Tactile |
| Model Number | KB-101NB-US |
| Power Source | USB Powered |
| Built-In Media | Keyboard |
| Number of Keys | 87 |
| Keyboard Layout | QWERTY |
| Mfr Part Number | KB-101NB-US |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Special Feature | Backlit |
| Antenna Location | Gaming |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
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