Gaming Keyboard Sharkoon SGK50 S2 Mechanical QWERTZ Wireless

The Sharkoon SGK50 S2 Mechanical QWERTZ Wireless is a compact 96% mechanical gaming keyboard with RF wireless connectivity and a German QWERTZ layout. It offers hot-swap capability for switches and keycaps, VIA and QMK compatibility for full programmability, a polycarbonate plate and double-layer silicone damping for improved acoustics, and a detachable USB-C to USB-A coiled cable.

Advantages

The keyboard supports pre-installed Gateron switches in linear or tactile variants and also accepts 3- or 5-pin switches for user replacement without soldering. Its 96 percent layout provides nearly full functionality in a compact three-block format with 100–101 keys. Open-source VIA and QMK support enable key remapping, macro programming and RGB control without proprietary software. A polycarbonate positioning plate and double-layer silicone damping produce a deeper, richer typing sound, while the detachable coiled USB-C to USB-A cable offers a tidy, stylish connection.

Suitable for

• PC gamers who need a compact mechanical keyboard with QWERTZ layout and wireless RF connection
• Users who want a hot-swap keyboard to test or replace switches easily
• People who require programmable keys and macro support via VIA or QMK
• Anyone seeking a solid-sounding mechanical keyboard with a compact footprint

Key specifications

• Layout: QWERTZ (German)
• Form factor: 96% / compact three-block (approx. 100–101 keys)
• Switches: Pre-installed Gateron (linear or tactile); hot-swap 3- or 5-pin compatible
• Connectivity: RF Wireless
• Plate/damping: Polycarbonate plate; double-layer silicone damping
• Cable: Detachable coiled USB-C to USB-A
• Programmability: VIA and QMK compatible (open-source)

How to use

Connect the keyboard to your PC via RF wireless according to the supplied instructions and attach the provided coiled USB-C to USB-A cable if a wired connection or charging is needed. Use VIA or QMK to remap keys, assign macros and adjust RGB lighting. To change switches or keycaps, remove the keycaps and pull out the switches using the included hot-swap tool, then insert compatible 3- or 5-pin switches and reseat keycaps.

Recommendations

For stable wireless performance, place the RF receiver in an unobstructed USB port on the host PC and avoid large metal objects between keyboard and receiver. When installing new switches, handle components gently and ensure pins are straight before insertion. Use VIA or QMK firmware carefully and back up existing keymaps before making major changes.