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The spec sheet,
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Start with layout and controls. Use the guides to decide what those differences mean for you.

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COMPARE THE DIFFERENCES, NOT A SCORE

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Keyboards / space versus direct access

Selected wired mechanical US editions
What mattersK617 FIZZK582 SURARA
Layout60% · 61 keysFull-size · 104 keys
ConnectionWiredWired USB
Switch editionMechanical redOUTEMU red
Reason to considerFree desk spaceKeep a full key set
Key caveatExtra functions use layers; magnetic editions differLarger footprint; SE is a different edition
Verify at sourceK617 official page (opens in a new tab) K582 official page (opens in a new tab)

Scope: K617 FIZZ White & Grey mechanical US-ANSI and K582 SURARA red-switch US listing. Hot-swap socket compatibility must be checked for your revision.

Read the keyboard decision guide

Mice / map the controls you actually need

Standard wired editions; total programmable buttons
What mattersM711 COBRAM612 PREDATOR
ConnectionWiredWired
Programmable buttons711
Advertised DPI ceiling10,0008,000 via software
Reason to considerIts control arrangement meets your needsYou want more programmable controls
Key caveatNot M711-FPS or PRONot a wireless edition; 11 does not mean 11 side buttons
Verify at sourceM711 official page (opens in a new tab) M612 official page (opens in a new tab)

DPI is sensitivity, not a measured performance ranking. Bare-mouse weight, latency and grip comfort have not been tested.

Read the mouse decision guide

One last check before checkout.

Match the model, regional layout, switch and seller. Compare the final delivered total after any discount.

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Sources & version notes

Manufacturer specifications can change. Match the full model, switch, connection type and regional layout before paying. A specification is not an independently measured performance result.