In terms of scale, the AORUS K9 is a decent size (439(L) x 140(W) x 37(H) mm), though it’s not the most massive we’ve ever seen. This slightly smaller stature is thanks to the slim border around the edges and lack of a wrist rest.


On the right-hand side of the keyboard, there is one of two bits of visible branding found on the top side of the K9; this branding takes the shape of the AORUS logo which is part of the main illumination.


The left side of the keyboard has the F keys which are used for lighting control as well as for multimedia.


At the front, there is some more AORUS branding in the form of their name which glows white and can’t be changed.


The side profiles of the K9 are clean and don’t have anything of note. The underside feet - when utilised, provide approximately 15mm of lift.


The underside of the K9 has five very small rubber feet which do a decent job at keeping the K9 planted. Also on the underside, you’ll see the two-way cable management which can route the main cable either left or right.