Full-sized white keyboards are already a rare find, so it’s exciting to hear that Genesis has launched a white 60% model! The Thor 660 aims to deliver a sleek design and responsive keys without costing as much as a white Anne Pro 2 or Huntsman Mini. Is it worth it? Check out our Genesis Thor 660 White review to see for yourself!
Tech Specs
Here’s a quick look at what the Thor 660 offers. It’s all about portability, connectivity, and fast typing.
– Dimensions: 11.5” x 4” x 1.5”
– Weight: 1.3 lbs
– Type: 60%
– Switches: Gateron Red
– Actuation Point: 2mm
– Actuation Force: 45g
– Connection: USB, Bluetooth
– Battery: 3,000 mAh
– Cable Length: 4’11”
Packaging & Connectivity
The Thor 660 White arrives in a minimalist cardboard box, focusing on the keyboard and its features. Inside, you’ll find the keyboard, two keycap removers, and a standard-sized USB cable. But USB isn’t the only connection option.
You can connect the Thor 660 to up to three devices wirelessly via Bluetooth and easily switch between them using the left Ctrl, Alt, and Shift keys. This is super useful if you want to type on your phone or show off a gaming win to your friends. Most modern motherboards have Bluetooth, so wireless PC gaming is an option if you don’t mind a tiny bit of latency.
With a 3,000mAh battery, the keyboard can run for several days in wireless mode. The exact time depends on your RGB light settings, but we got over a week before needing to recharge. There’s also a feature where the lights turn off after inactivity, and a switch on the bottom lets you turn them off completely to save power.
Build Quality & Appearance
The Thor 660 White is Genesis’ most compact keyboard. It’s a 60% model, meaning it lacks the function row, right-side number keys, and arrow keys for a more compact design. This makes it highly portable but sacrifices easy access to functions like multimedia controls and macros.
Despite its small size, the build quality is solid. The keyboard is made of sturdy plastic and has a slight downward slope for comfortable typing. It also has four broad feet that keep it stable even during intense use.
There are 61 keys, most of which serve multiple functions. The number row is the busiest, with frequently-used symbols and function keys. You’ll find brightness and color controls on the row below and multimedia keys on the third row. The font is modern and easy to read, with unique breaks in the round letters and numbers.
The keycaps are double-shot and made from pudding PBT, with translucent sides that enhance the lighting. The white keys make the colors pop even more but aren’t overwhelming in brightly lit conditions.
Switches & Typing Experience
Now, let’s talk about one of the Thor 660’s standout features – the Gateron Red switches. These are similar to Cherry MX Reds, designed for gamers, quick, and relatively quiet for a mechanical keyboard.
After using the Thor 660, we found the Gateron Red switches to be as good, if not better, than their more famous counterparts. They don’t produce the annoying noise often associated with MX switches, and pressing a key feels smoother. Genesis has done a great job lubricating the keys, resulting in a seamless and quieter typing experience.
Like MX Reds, Gateron Red switches have an actuation distance of 2mm and require just 45g of force to register a press. They’re linear, so there’s no tactile bump.