Overview

  • Easily Change Up Your Style
    When you want to add a new look to your desk, there’s no need to buy a new board. Origins 2 uses a simple 8-screw assembly with colorful frosted housings1 to make customization a breeze.
  • Personalize Your Typing Experience
    With hot swap 5-pin sockets you can change the switches and keycaps at any time; no soldering needed. Feel the feedback with tactile switches or go for clicky when you want to type out loud.
  • Improved Typing Comfort
    Origins 2 keyboards utilize an o-ring mount to provide a light bounce and deeper sound to each keystroke, a reverb-dampening removable silicon weight, and Plate-mounted stabilizers to reduce wobble.
  • Maximum Function, No Wasted Space
    Reclaim your desk space without sacrificing essential control. With a compact 1800-style layout, Origins 2 1800 provides all the functions of a full-size keyboard without taking up extra space.
  • Near-Instantaneous Input
    With a lightning-fast 8k polling rate, Origins 2 1800 communicates with your PC up to 8000 times every second. Never miss an input when every keystroke counts.
  • Cover The Angles
    Origins 2 keyboards utilize a high-profile form factor to elevate the surface of the keys and provide easier engagement while typing. With flip-down feet you can find the perfect angle for your setup.
  • Smooth HyperX Linear Red Switches
    smooth actuation, provide a subtle typing sound, and rated for up to 80 million keypresses.
  • Customizable With HyperX NGENUITY Software
    NGENUITY software enables layers of customization, allowing you to fine tune your keyboard and make it truly your own. Rebind keys, record macros, change RGB colors and patterns, and even assign up to three unique input profiles.
  • A New Dimension Of Customization
    With official design files you can print colorful housings or use the open-source files to create your own custom platform.

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Specifications

Capacity & configuration

Lighting Type
RGB
Keyboard Type
Gaming
Key Switch Type
HyperX Red
Connection Type
Wired

Dimensions & weight

Product Name
Origins 2 1800 Wired Mechanical Linear Red Switch Gaming Keyboard with RGB Back Lighting
Product Height
1.8 inches
Product Width
15.4 inches
Product Depth
5.5 inches
Product Weight
33.6 ounces

Features

Brand
HyperX
Color
Black
Numeric Keypad
Yes
Palm Rest
No
Keycap Material
Polycarbonate
Maximum Number of Memory Profiles
3
Form Factor
96%
Keyboard Technology
Mechanical
Key Switch Behavior
Linear
Rollover
Full-key
Multimedia Keys
Yes
Wired Connectivity
USB-C
Cable Length
5.9 feet
Detachable Cable
Yes
Operating System Compatibility
Windows
Plug and Play Operation
Yes
Mouse Included
No
UPC
198828944764

Power & warranty

Model Number
B4QS4AA#ABA
Warranty - Parts
2 years
Warranty - Labor
2 years

Warranty & protection

Included manufacturer warranty

See manufacturer documentation.

Register your product with the manufacturer within 30 days of delivery.

Warranty service

Manufacturer warranty claims are handled by the manufacturer. We are happy to help you find the right contact: (888) 419-6820.

Customer reviews

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NathanOct 23, 2026 · Verified purchase ★★★★★

Good starter - The keys are nice sounding switch keys not rubber keys, weighty but not heavy

JohnWAug 21, 2026 · Verified purchase ★★★★★

Full‑Size Feel, TKL Footprint - The HyperX Origins 2 1800 is exactly what I wanted: a full‑size keyboard that doesn’t eat up full‑size space. The 1800 layout keeps the numpad but the footprint is barely bigger than a TKL, which makes a huge difference for desk space and mouse room. The HyperX Red linears feel great — smooth, fast, and consistent. RGB is extremely bright, and the translucent housing makes the lighting stand out more than most boards. Build quality is solid and the weight keeps it planted. Software is the only weak spot. NGENUITY is simple and gets the basics done, but that’s about it. If you want a compact full‑size board with great switches and standout lighting, this one delivers. The smaller footprint alone makes it worth it.

SAMARKAug 14, 2026 · Verified purchase ★★★★★

Keyboard Review - The keyboard was very nice to use and the quality was very high

MunnyJun 15, 2026 · Verified purchase ★★★★★

Smooth - Nice soft hairy trigger like keyboard with a satisfying click sound

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