Storm Score 50 out of 100
Reviews 2 published
Outlets 2 publications
Top Outlet Tom's Hardware highest score
% Positive 0% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“Critics find the Das Keyboard 5Q Mark II charming but overpriced, with Wired noting its classic build yet questioning its value for serious buyers, while Tom’s Hardware highlights the $219 price as too steep for a wired keyboard in 2024.”

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50 / 100
Tier Distribution 2 reviews total
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Universal Acclaim (90–100): 0 reviews
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 0 reviews
Mixed Reception (<70): 2 reviews

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Sturdy aluminum frame
  • Customizable RGB lighting
  • Silent typing experience
  • Solid familiar design
  • 10 levels of RGB brightness
  • Large volume knob

Points of Contention

  • Mushy feel
  • Rattling stabilizers
  • Very expensive for a wired keyboard
  • Software is too limited
  • Notifications are easy to miss

Professional Reviews

2 reviews from 2 critics
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Matt Safford
Tom's Hardware

“The $219 starting price is wildly high for a wired keyboard in late 2024.”

Mixed 3/5
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Henri Robbins
Wired

“There's some charm to this keyboard and its classic construction, but I find it hard to recommend to any serious buyer when better options exist.”

Mixed 4/10

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