ARGB: The Key to Stunning Keyboard Visuals

If you have noticed our latest releases - FUN60 Series, you may have noticed that the keyboard features the cool ARGB LED lighting effect, not the ordinary GRB.  But you may be curious about what exactly ARGB is. What is the difference between ARGB and RGB? And why do we choose AGRB for our latest keyboard? Now let's dive into the technology behind ARGB and explore how it enhances both the aesthetics and performance of the FUN60 Series.

What is ARGB?

The "A" in ARGB stands for "Addressable," so ARGB is addressable RGB. That means users can control every single LED individually. Each LED strip can have a unique color combination and display multiple colors at the same time. 

The whole addressable RGB is programmable and customizable to fit your needs and preferences, offering the on-demand lighting control you’re looking for.

Benefit ARGB Backlit

1. Make the lighter richer and brigher

AGRB allows users to individually control the color and brightness of each LED bead. The flexibility and customizability of this technology enable ARGB devices to achieve more complex and delicate lighting effects. Whether you are playing games, working, or using it daily, this kind of lighting can make the keyboard look cooler and make your experience more immersive and enjoyable.

Brighter and more dynamic lighting effects not only enhance the appearance but also help you find the keys you need to press faster in low-light environments, which is very practical.

If you like DIY or have a special keycap design, the rich lighting of ARGB can make your design more prominent, and every detail looks particularly exquisite.

For gamers, better lighting effects can match the game theme to create a better gaming atmosphere, allowing you to be more engaged and enjoy the game.

2. Make your eyes more comfortable

Generally speaking, the refresh rate of RGB lights is between 60 Hz and 120 Hz. But ARGB can reach 500 Hz. What's the difference? Simply put, a higher refresh rate means less flickering and a smoother picture.

Even if we can't feel these tiny flickers, watching for a long time will still make our eyes tired. So, it's a good choice to use ARGB with a high refresh rate to protect your eyesight.

This is especially important when you use the keyboard in dim light or after turning off the lights. Because traditional RGB lights may appear more flickering or have too strong contrast, which is not good for the eyes. ARGB has less flickering and smoother lighting effects, so you can adjust the light to an eye-friendly level and reduce the risk of eye fatigue.

In short, using ARGB not only makes the device look cooler but also helps you protect your eyes, especially for people who play games or work for a long time.

3. Lighting effects transition smoothly

Each LED light with ARGB technology has a powerful light effect processing capability. This powerful processing capability makes the light effect transition very smooth. Whether it is the change of color or the adjustment of brightness, it can achieve a seamless connection, bringing users a smoother and more natural visual experience.

Compared with traditional RGB lights that sometimes make people feel abrupt or incoherent, the light transition of ARGB is so harmonious, both beautiful and practical. In this way, the keyboard is not only more beautiful but also makes you feel better when using it.

No matter how cool the lighting effects you want, ARGB can easily handle them, allowing you to work and entertain at the same time and enjoy the immersive sense of tranquility. This smooth, light transition is especially suitable for those who pursue personalization and atmosphere.

4. Music rhythm light show

Another powerful thing about ARGB is that it can calculate in real time; without making any complicated settings in advance, you can directly follow the rhythm of the music.

ARGB with Alpha channel integration has strong real-time computing capabilities; it can generate and adjust lighting effects in real time without complex preprocessing. This powerful real-time computing capability enables ARGB devices to synchronize with music, making the lights move with the rhythm of the music.

In other words, when you play music, the ARGB LED lights can automatically sense the rhythm and intensity of the music and then immediately adjust the color, brightness, and flashing speed of the lights. This kind of light and music synchronization effect is particularly exciting to play, and it feels like being there.

With ARGB, the keyboard is no longer a cold tool but a small entertainment expert. When the music is played, the lights flash and dance with the beat, and the atmosphere of the whole environment becomes lively.

ARGB vs. RGB

RGB stands for "red," "green," and "blue." In the RGB light strip, each small LED light uses these three primary colors to change into various colors.

And ARGB is like a super upgraded version of RGB. It allows you to control each LED light individually, just like you have 50 small bulbs, and change the color as you want. If you want 50 different colors on a light strip, ARGB can do it easily.

In this way, you can create a unique lighting effect and let each LED shine according to your ideas. Therefore, ARGB is more suitable for customization. 

Feature	ARGB (Addressable RGB)	RGB (Standard RGB)
Lighting Effects	Dynamic RGB	Static RGB
Refresh Rate	Higher refresh rates (500 Hz+), smoother effects.	Lower refresh rate (60Hz-120Hz), potential flicker.
Visual Appeal	More dynamic and smooth transitions.	Simpler and less dynamic.
Customisation	Fully customizable; each LED can display different colours and effects independently.	Limited customisation; all LEDs display the same colour and effect simultaneously.
Complexity	Higher complexity in setup and configuration.	Simpler to set up and manage with uniform lighting.
Cost	More Expensive	Less Expensive

 

Applications of ARGB in Keyboards

Fun60 Magnetic Keyboard

FUN60 series elevates lighting customization with advanced ARGB backlighting, featuring individually controlled LEDs and Alpha channel integration. And paired with a 500Hz refresh rate, it creates vibrant dynamic effects and minimizes visual strain—perfect for gaming and visually driven builds.

You can program the lighting for each of these zones independently or customize lighting for any individual key using Monsgeek software or the Monsgeek web driver.

In addition to those cool preset lighting modes, FUN60 also has a super powerful feature, which is that you can customize the lighting as you like. You only need to use MonsGeek's software or web driver to easily program and set the lighting effects of each key. You can change it however you want, making your keyboard unique and making the entire desktop sparkle. It's so cool!

Conclusion

ARGB backlight has completely changed our experience of using keyboards. It not only makes the keyboard look cooler but also allows you to customize the lighting effects according to your preferences.

Unlike traditional RGB, ARGB allows you to control each LED light individually, which means you can create countless cool lighting combinations to make your keyboard unique.

Whether you are a player pursuing the ultimate gaming experience, a creative master who needs inspiration, or someone who simply likes personalized settings, ARGB technology can meet your needs. Its high refresh rate also ensures visual comfort under long-term use, so that your eyes will not be so easily fatigued.