XVX Trooper63 HE With Pro V2 Aviator Coiled Cable Review

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Abdul Hannan

I’ve been the Journalist & Editorial Writer at Tech4Gamers since July 2022. I spearhead our hardware coverage, including overclocking GPUs, benchmarking CPUs, reviewing peripherals, and fine-tuning custom PC builds for every budget. Daily, I report on breaking gaming news, from major launches and studio updates to the latest industry trends, ensuring our community stays informed. Beyond news briefs, I write in-depth feature articles on gaming culture and emerging technologies. And by collaborating closely with the editorial team on content planning, SEO strategy, and our publishing calendar, I help us consistently hit our traffic and engagement targets.

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I have been reviewing gaming peripherals for more than four years now, so it’s a bit surprising that I have never had the chance to review an XVX product. I have covered plenty of gaming peripherals during that time, but XVX has somehow never crossed my review desk. The Trooper63 HE is my first XVX product, and it’s also my first time getting hands-on with one of the brand’s keyboards. I was quite curious to see what they had put together, especially in a market where Hall Effect keyboards have become increasingly common.

Since this is my first experience with an XVX product, I wanted to spend some proper time with the Trooper63 HE before forming an opinion. I have been using it for gaming and regular typing, while also looking closely at the build, keycaps, switches, acoustics, RGB lighting, and software. The main question is whether the Trooper63 HE is simply another Hall Effect keyboard or whether XVX has done enough here to make it stand out. So, let’s take a closer look at it and see how it performs in everyday use. 

Key Takeaways

• The XVX Trooper63 HE is a compact Hall Effect keyboard that offers solid gaming performance with a distinctive design. It combines adjustable actuation and Rapid Trigger with dual-sided RGB and unique Wedge PRISM keycaps.
• You should buy the XVX Trooper63 HE if you want a compact Hall Effect keyboard with plenty of customization, while also caring about a distinctive design and RGB lighting.
• You should skip the XVX Trooper63 HE if you need wireless connectivity, prefer a larger layout with a dedicated function row, or want the highest polling rate available.

Here are the technical specifications:

What Makes the XVX Trooper63 HE Different?

The XVX Trooper63 HE takes a different approach from the Hall Effect keyboards that came before it, including XVX’s own G75 and HE68. It goes in another direction. The biggest change, though, is the focus on the keyboard’s visuals. The dual-lighting system, with LEDs on both the north and south sides of the switches, and the Wedge PRISM keycaps combination give it a much more distinctive appearance than the usual gaming keyboard, and it is one of the few Hall Effect keyboards I have used where the RGB feels like part of the overall design.

Packaging & Unboxing

Packaging

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The XVX Trooper63 HE comes in a white cardboard box that has a fairly clean look to it. The front shows an image of the keyboard along with the model’s name. The back of the box gives you a better look at the keyboard, with an illustration of the layout and side views of the keyboard that show off its design. XVX has also included the manufacturer details and QR codes for its social media accounts on the back. Opening the box, the keyboard is the first thing you see.

Unboxing

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It comes wrapped in a thin plastic sleeve for protection during shipping. The user manual is placed alongside it. There is also a separate compartment above the keyboard that holds the included accessories. XVX provides a USB Type-A to Type-C cable, along with a 2-in-1 keycap and switch puller. You also get extra stock switches and a set of extra keycaps in the box. Once everything is out, you are left with the keyboard and the bits you need to start using it.

Design

The XVX Trooper63 HE is available in three color options: Stella White, Phantom Black, and Sakura Pink. I received the Stella White version for this review. I also liked the look of the other two colors, especially the Sakura Pink, but I have no complaints about getting the white version. If I had been given the choice myself, I would have picked Stella White anyway. The white finish gives the keyboard a clean look, and it works particularly well with the translucent keycaps.

The overall design is also quite different from what I normally see on compact keyboards. From the top, the keyboard has a fairly narrow border around the keys. The keycaps change the appearance quite a bit. They use a translucent design with a faceted surface, so the sides of each key have a textured look rather than being completely flat. The effect is much easier to notice when looking at the keyboard from an angle. The legends are also styled differently from the usual fonts we see on gaming keyboards.

Layout

The XVX Trooper63 HE uses an ANSI 63% layout with 64 keys. It measures 304.8 × 110.5 × 32 mm, so it is noticeably shorter than a 75% or TKL keyboard. The difference is pretty obvious once you put it on the desk. There is less keyboard extending toward the mouse, leaving me with more room to move it around. What I like about the layout is that XVX has managed to keep the dedicated arrow keys. They sit in the bottom-right corner in the usual arrangement, so I can use them directly without having to reach for the Fn key.

That is something I tend to miss on smaller 60% keyboards. The main typing area is also familiar. You still get the number row, but there is no dedicated function row. Some of the secondary functions are assigned to the existing keys instead. It is also built around a GH60-compatible footprint. For someone who likes modifying keyboards, the compatibility opens up more possibilities when looking at aftermarket cases. That said, the 63% layout is not for everyone, so our guide to the best gaming keyboards covers a wider range of options.

Build Quality

The XVX Trooper63 HE uses an aluminum case and feels solid in the hand. The outer chassis is CNC-machined from aluminum and the skeletonized design leaves sections of the frame open around the edges. However, the remaining parts are thick enough to give the keyboard substance. I was curious whether that would affect rigidity, but pressing down across the main typing area didn’t produce any obvious flex. From the side, you can see the aluminum frame rising around the keys before dropping toward the underside.

The case uses a powder-coated finish rather than leaving the aluminum bare. On my Stella White unit, the coating gives the frame a slightly softer appearance than bare metal would have. I also did not find any rough spots or sharp edges while running my fingers around the case. The corners are finished nicely too, which is worth mentioning because quite a bit of the outer frame is exposed. At 673 grams, it is not an especially heavy keyboard, but it has enough heft that it does not feel flimsy when you pick it up.

Underside

The XVX Trooper63 HE has carried the skeletonized design over to the bottom of the keyboard instead of using a completely closed panel. There are several cutouts across the underside, but they are not simply left open. A white acrylic diffusion panel sits underneath them. You can see the white surface through the cutouts, and it also gives the RGB lighting somewhere to diffuse through. When the keyboard is lit, the panel picks up some of that light and gives the underside a soft glow. 

There are four rubber feet placed around the corners of the underside. They do a pretty good job of keeping the keyboard planted on the desk. One thing missing here is adjustable kickstands. The keyboard doesn’t let you raise the rear, so you are stuck with its default typing angle. For me, though, the default position was fine. The keyboard sits fairly flat on the desk, and I found it comfortable to type on without raising the rear. So while I would have liked adjustable feet, I didn’t miss them during regular use.

Keycaps

The XVX Trooper63 has used two different keycap designs, and I think the combination works much better than having a single style across the whole keyboard. It uses what XVX calls its Wedge PRISM keycaps. These are Cherry-profile keycaps. The surface is not completely flat, and the edges have a faceted look that gives each key a slightly different appearance when viewed from an angle. The base kit uses a two-layer construction. The top is made from ABS, while the second layer underneath is PC.

There is a small gap between the two layers, which gives the keycaps some depth. Then there is the other set of keycaps on the left side. XVX refers to these as the PC Kit. These use Frost PC rather than the ABS and PC construction of the base kit. The legends are also different from what I normally see on a pre-built keyboard. They have a more stylized appearance. XVX also includes extra base-kit keycaps in the box. So if you prefer a more consistent look, you can swap out the PC Kit caps and use the base kit across the keyboard

RGB Lighting

The XVX Trooper63 HE uses a dual-sided RGB setup with LEDs positioned on both the north and south sides of the switches. That matters here because the keycaps have a unique design. The lighting reaches the legends from both directions, so the characters remain well illuminated across the keyboard. The side areas of the keycaps also pick up some of that light, which gives the whole keyboard a different appearance once the RGB is turned on. It is not just bright for the sake of being bright.

With the lighting running underneath the translucent parts of the keycaps, the XVX Trooper63 HE starts to look a bit like Cherry Pudding keycaps. The mixed keycap design adds to this effect. The light passes through the different sections in slightly different ways, so you get this layered glow instead of a simple light coming straight through the legends. It is hard to explain until you see it in person, but the result is very distinctive. It gives the keyboard a look I haven’t really seen on a prebuilt before.

Switches

Switches

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The XVX Trooper63 HE comes with XVX Gemini HE Magnetic Switches. These are linear Hall Effect switches. That is what lets XVX offer adjustable actuation instead of locking the switch to one fixed point. The switch uses a PC top housing, a PA66 nylon bottom, and a POM stem. Inside, there is a 19 mm stainless steel spring. Total travel is rated at 3.65 ± 0.1 mm, which is fairly close to what I would expect from a conventional mechanical switch. The initial force is 32 ± 5 gf, while the force reaches a maximum of 45 gf at bottom-out.

The most important part of an HE keyboard is the magnetic sensing. XVX rates the initial magnetic flux at 90 ± 10 Gs and the bottom-out flux at 550 ± 10 Gs. You can then adjust actuation in 0.01 mm increments. That is a very fine level of adjustment. The Gemini HE switches are also dual-SMD. There are lighting components on both sides of the switch. The advertised lifespan is rated at more than 100 million clicks. The XVX Trooper63 HE is also hot-swappable. It even comes with extra stock switches in the box if you need to replace one.

Typing Experience

The typing experience on the XVX Trooper63 HE is quite enjoyable, and the Gemini HE switches have a smooth linear movement. It uses a 1.5 mm carbon fiber plate over a 1.2 mm FR4 PCB. The PCB does not have flex cuts, either. As a result, the keyboard feels fairly firm when I press down on the keys. The tray-mount construction adds to that firm feel. The plate and PCB are secured inside the case at several points, so the keyboard does not have much give when I type with a bit more force.

Some cushioning underneath the switches takes away the hollow feel I would expect from a bare tray-mounted keyboard. XVX has put several layers between the switches and the bottom of the case. There is PORON plate foam directly below the plate, followed by an IXPE switch pad. A PET acoustic film sits below that, while another layer of PORON foam fills the case. The sound is fairly controlled. Bottoming out does not produce a sharp plastic clack. I can type at a normal pace without the keyboard sounding overly aggressive.

Connectivity

Connectivity

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The XVX Trooper63 HE is a wired keyboard with a USB Type-C interface. It has no wireless mode, so the keyboard connects directly to the PC through the included USB-A to USB-C cable. For wireless connectivity, you can check out our guide to the best wireless gaming keyboards with Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz options. That said, the included cable is pretty basic, though. It isn’t braided and doesn’t have the kind of finish you would expect from a decent keyboard cable. That is not really a problem from a functional standpoint.

It is long enough for a normal desktop setup and does what it needs to do. I just would have liked to see something a little nicer with a keyboard that puts this much attention into its appearance. XVX also sent me its Pro V2 Push-Pull Aviator Coiled USB-C Cable. This is a much more interesting cable than the one included with the keyboard. It has a coiled design and an aviator-style connector, along with a braided sleeve. I will go into more detail about it in the section below.

Pro V2 Aviator Coiled Cable

Pro V2 Aviator Coiled Cable

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The Pro V2 Aviator Coiled Cable is available in black and white. The first thing I noticed is the connector. Instead of the usual screw-on aviator connection, the Pro V2 uses a push-pull mechanism. You push the connector in until it locks, then pull it back when you want to disconnect it. There is no need to twist anything into place. The connector itself has a metal finish and a five-pin design. It has some weight to it, so it does not feel like a lightweight plastic connector hanging off the keyboard. The cable is 1.8 meters long in total.

Around 30 cm of that is the coiled section, with roughly 1.5 meters of straight cable extending from it. That gives me enough length to route the cable from the keyboard to the rear or side of my desk. The sleeve is another step up from the basic cable. It uses a braided outer covering with two different layers underneath it. There is a TPU core inside, while the outer construction uses mesh and fishing-net style materials. It gives the setup a more custom-keyboard feel without being overly flashy.

Performance

Keypresses on the XVX Trooper63 register quickly. The 1000 Hz polling rate gives the keyboard a 1 ms reporting interval. It may not sound impressive next to keyboards advertising 4000 Hz or higher USB polling, but the keyboard doesn’t feel slow because of it. XVX rates the sensor scan at 32 kHz and the key scan rate at 4000 Hz. In actual use, the XVX Trooper63 HE feels responsive. I didn’t miss any inputs during my testing and didn’t notice random key activations during normal use. The trigger travel can be adjusted from 0.01 mm to 3.4 mm.

I found a moderate setting around 2.0 mm to be the practical sweet spot for general use. For gaming, I could lower the actuation when I wanted a more sensitive response. For competitive gaming, I think the Rapid Trigger implementation is genuinely useful. It doesn’t suddenly make me better at a game, but the shorter reset distance is noticeable when I am strafing or changing direction quickly. You can also check out our guide to the best magnetic gaming keyboards for more options across different price ranges and layouts.

Software

Software

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The XVX Trooper63 HE uses a web-based driver, and the interface is fairly straightforward once you get into it. The Performance tab is probably the one I spent the most time in. It gives me access to the trigger settings, including Rapid Trigger and trigger travel. There are also separate options for Dead Zone, Magnetic Switch, Calibration, and Travel Test. The software also lets you save up to three configurations. You can keep different settings for different uses. The Lighting tab is where you can customize the RGB.

There are around 20 lighting effects to choose from, and you can adjust the brightness and effect speed. The north and south-facing LEDs can also be enabled or disabled independently. The Custom Key section and Macro are for more straightforward key assignments and macros, respectively. The Advanced Key section contains the more specialized Hall Effect functions. This includes SOCD, DKS, MPT, MT, TGL, END, and Rappy Snappy. Then there is the Update/Restore section. This is where the software handles firmware updates.

Should You Buy It?

Buy it if

✅ You want a distinctive Hall Effect keyboard: It stands out from many compact gaming keyboards with its skeletonized aluminum frame, Wedge PRISM keycaps, and unusual dual-sided RGB lighting.

✅ You want strong Hall Effect features: With adjustable actuation down to 0.01 mm, Rapid Trigger, calibration controls, and several advanced functions in the software, the XVX Trooper63 HE gives you plenty of control over how the switches behave.

Don’t Buy it if

❌ You need wireless connectivity: It is wired-only. There is no Bluetooth or 2.4GHz wireless mode, so it is not the right choice if you want the flexibility of a wireless keyboard.

❌ You prefer larger layouts: The 63% layout keeps the keyboard compact but removes the dedicated function row. The dedicated arrow keys are a welcome addition, but anyone accustomed to a 75% or TKL keyboard may need some time to adjust.

Final Verdict

At the time of writing, XVX lists the Trooper63 HE at $79.99 USD, reduced from an $89.99 price on its official store. That price puts it in a pretty interesting part of the Hall Effect market. You are getting an aluminum case, Gemini HE magnetic switches, adjustable actuation, Rapid Trigger, a web driver with quite a few advanced controls, dual-sided RGB, unique keycaps, and hot-swap support. That is a lot of hardware and software in a compact keyboard. What I think you are paying for here is not just the Hall Effect functionality.

The RGB implementation and the physical design give it something different from the usual budget HE keyboard. A lot of keyboards in this category are primarily focused on gaming specifications. This one puts considerably more effort into how the keyboard actually looks on a desk. At its current price, I think the package makes a lot of sense. Even at its full price, I would still consider it a good value. It gives you the important Hall Effect features without making the keyboard look like every other HE gaming keyboard.

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Abdul Hannan

[Hardware Reviewer & Editor]

After many years of exploiting various pieces of hardware, Abdul Hannan now serves as an editor at Tech4Gamers. He’s been in the PC hardware reviewing industry for almost a decade, and his staff of passionate geeks and reviewers is second to none.

Abdul Hannan is constantly seeking new methods, you will always see him running into New Computer Courses to improve the performance of his computer components since he is an ardent overclocker. He is well-known for providing the most extensive and unbiased analysis of the newest and greatest hardware for PC gaming, including everything from GPUs to PSUs.