Review: Redragon Galatin Pro K719 Gaming Keyboard With LCD Screen
The Redragon K719, also known as the Redragon Galatin Pro K719, is a 95-key, compact wireless mechanical keyboard that has been making waves in the budget-friendly mechanical keyboard market. It aims to offer a premium experience with features like a customizable LCD screen, gasket mounting, and hot-swappable switches, without breaking the bank.
As is always the case here, thanks to my awesome friends over at Redragon for sending this product over to me to use and to review. I’ve been working with them for since June 10th, 2020 and still enjoy reviewing anything they send my way. Let’s dive right into the review of this newest product, the Galatin Pro K719.
Build Quality And Design
At first glance, the Galatin Pro K719 looks more premium than past Redragon keyboards. While it’s still made of plastic, the dual-tone keycaps, subtle branding, and minimalist frame make it look more refined than the flashy, RGB-heavy gaming keyboards they’ve been known for.
One of the standout features is its gasket-mounted design. This mounting style, typically found in higher-end keyboards, uses gaskets to suspend the switch plate, providing a softer, more cushioned typing feel and improved acoustics. The K719 delivers a noticeable degree of flex and a more comfortable typing experience compared to traditional screw-mounted keyboards.
The K719 comes with pre-lubricated stabilizers. While they represent an improvement over previous Redragon boards, they may still exhibit some minor rattle on larger keys like the spacebar. Many users in the mechanical keyboard community often replace stabilizers to further improve the sound and feel of their keyboards.
The Galatin Pro K719 also features a multi-function control knob, typically used to adjust volume and control backlight brightness.
A unique feature of the K719 is the 1.14-inch TFT LCD screen. This screen can display various information, including what connection mode the keyboard is currently using (USB, 2.4GH or Bluetooth), the battery level, typing status such as if the CAPS LOCK or Number Lock keys are enabled as well as customiable GIF’s, images and text. To me, this is likely the coolest feature of this keyboard as it’s just something you really don’t see on keyboards and to be honest, it can be very informative and helpful as well as just fun.
I do want to give a special mention to the mint/green color scheme that is used on this keyboard. While I’m not a fan of green for the most part, I feel this is likely one of the prettiest keyboards Redragon has produced over the years since I’ve been reviewing their products. The colors just look amazing and flow so well together.
Battery Life
The Redragon Galatin Pro K719 comes with a 4000mAh battery. As is always the case, battery life will vary depending on usage, RGB settings and connection mode. I couldn’t find where Redragon themselves stated what they thought the expected battery life is, so of course I did a test myself. With RGB enabled, I averaged about 45 hours of battery life. With RGB disabled, I got upwards of 175 hours on a regular basis. To me, this is pretty good battery life that most users will be very happy with.
One nice feature of the Galatin Pro is that it has a sleep-mode, so when you’re not using the keyboard it will conserve power which in turn extends the battery life even further.
Surprisingly, the LCD screen doesn’t appear to drain much battery. This is good since the LCD screen is almost always on and active and of course, it also displays your battery level so you’re always in the know of how much charge you have.
Galatin Pro Software
As is the case with most all Redragon keyboards, the Galatin Pro K719 has software that you can download and install to control various aspects of the keyboard such as the RGB Lighting, Macros and of course the LCD screen.
You’ll need the software to add GIF’s or images of any kind to the LCD screen. It’s very straight forward in how to do it and it actually provides quite a bit of customization with the image you upload. You can find the software here: Redragon Galatin Pro K719 Software.
Features
The Galatin Pro K719 offers a range of features that enhance its versatility and functionality:
Tri-mode Connectivity: It supports Bluetooth 5.0, 2.4GHz wireless, and wired USB-C connections, providing compatibility with various devices.
Hot-swappable Sockets: This allows users to easily replace the switches without soldering, enabling customization of the typing feel and sound.
RGB Backlighting: The keyboard features customizable RGB backlighting with various effects, allowing users to personalize their setup.
Sound-absorbing Technology: The gasket mount design, along with a layer of silencing foam and a silicone pad, contributes to a quieter and more comfortable typing experience.
The typing experience on the Galatin Pro K719 is generally positive. The gasket mount provides a cushioned feel, and the pre-lubed linear switches offer smooth key presses. The keyboard is suitable for both gaming and typing, offering a balance of responsiveness and comfort.
Discount Code
Again, thanks to the awesome folks over at Redragon for allowing me to review this product and others that they have sent over in the past. They have also provided me with a special URL that anyone can use to save a total of 10% off of your entire purchase across their site. So if you’re interested in purchasing the Redragon Galatin Pro K719, or any of their products, you can click this link: Save 10% On Your Entire Order. I believe if you don’t click the link, you can always manually input DECRYPTED as the code during check out.
Final Thoughts
The Redragon Galatin Pro K719 is a compelling option for those seeking a unique, feature-rich, and affordable mechanical keyboard. Its distinctive design, solid build quality, versatile connectivity, and comfortable typing experience make it a great choice for both gamers and typists. While it has some minor drawbacks, its strengths far outweigh its weaknesses.
Currently priced at $74.99, it can be considered a bit more expensive for some users, but overall it’s a keyboard with great quality that I feel is certainly affordable.
