Recommend me a gaming keyboard

[Fr0dders]

Hi Guys

I'm looking for a new gaming keyboard, and bewildered by the choice. Any recommendations ?

I was thinking of something around the £50 mark and looking at the Logitech G105.

 

[Deewon]

Do you need customisable macro buttons?
Would you like it backlit?

Cant go wrong with Logitech Hardware.

 

[Fr0dders]

I mostly play FPS games so don't think I need macro buttons.

Backlit would be nice. Looking a bit more expensive, the CM Storm Quickfire TK Mechanical Keyboard - Red Switch looks nice.

What sort of rep do coolermaster have for keyboards ?

 

[Sasso]

they duky keyboards seem pretty nice, know a few who have them and like them.

if ya looking to splash a bit of cash you might as well look into the mechanical range

I have a corsair K90 and love it!but if ya not fussed on macro keys then the k70 doesn't look too shabby.... infact.... well jealous of the anodised gaming keys I WANT!

 

[Jestahr]

I've owned the Corsair K90 and the Logitech G710+ recently.

I'd vote for the Logitech all day long. Great feel to the keys - Cherry MX Browns with noise dampening o rings. Feels rock solid too. The K90 felt like keys stuck on a sheet of metal, and reds have no tactile feel which I didn't like.

Can't recommend anything else really, so chuck on the extra few quid and treat yourself to a G710+

 

[BuffetSlayer]

Well I use a Ducky Shine 3, and love it.

Bit expensive but it is an awesome keyboard nonetheless.

I would recommend a mechanical if you can afford it. I chose brown switches as they are a good middle ground.

If you have never used a mechanical keyboard before I recommend trying one, as they are not for everyone. My brown switches make a lovely clackity clack when typing, which I find strangely addictive, but it might drive other people nuts!

Something like this might be worth looking at:

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=KB-009-QP&groupid=702&catid=2705&subcat=2709

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=KB-026-ST&groupid=702&catid=2705&subcat=1258

Non mechanical:

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=KB-241-LG&groupid=702&catid=2705&subcat=1258

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=KB-014-CS&groupid=702&catid=2705&subcat=1258

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=KB-011-RC&groupid=702&catid=2705&subcat=1258

 

[rwm24]

I'd recommend the SteelSeries 6G v2 - http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=KB-026-ST

Great mecahnical keyboard. I find it perfect for typing, gaming... everything.

 

[Sasso]

The K90 felt like keys stuck on a sheet of metal, and reds have no tactile feel which I didn't like.

that's what I love about it... so damn easy to clean! and it's got weight to it so it's sturdier than my old g510 can't comment on the comparison to other switches(what ever colour) but I do like the ones on my k90. only gutting thing about it is the F1,F2 etc and macro keys are membrane but I think in the k65/70 they are all mechanical.

best thing to do really is go into a few computer stores and have a tap at some. LAN is awesome for this as we get several stalls from various companies with lots of kit out for you to try

 

[HazardO]

I mostly play FPS games so don't think I need macro buttons.

Backlit would be nice. Looking a bit more expensive, the CM Storm Quickfire TK Mechanical Keyboard - Red Switch looks nice.

What sort of rep do coolermaster have for keyboards ?

I have the CM Storm Quickfire rapid (black switch) and I really like it. I used to use a Logitech G13 Keypad because I didn't want a full length keyboard pushing my mouse arm too far out wide, and this is nice and compact, and very robust with excellent sensitivity. Best keyboard I've ever used.

 

[Deewon]

If my g19 ever gives up I'm going to pick up a Ducky Shine but if you fancy mechanical your going to have to stretch a bit further than £50. A £100 budget would open you up to a lot.

 

[merrick]

they duky keyboards seem pretty nice, know a few who have them and like them.

if ya looking to splash a bit of cash you might as well look into the mechanical range

I have a corsair K90 and love it!but if ya not fussed on macro keys then the k70 doesn't look too shabby.... infact.... well jealous of the anodised gaming keys I WANT!

i got the k70 sasso..... I lurves it

 

[Vidar]

If you can up your budget to £100 get yourself the Steelseries 7G.

I'm not one for all the flashing lights and macro buttons and all that rubbish, I prefer an understated look but either way this is the best keyboard I've ever used!!!

It's solid, mechanical and surprisingly sensitive and amazing for long typing sessions... Its also one of those products that just screams quality!!! You'll know what I mean when you take it out of the box!

 

[rwm24]

If you can up your budget to £100 get yourself the Steelseries 7G.

I'm not one for all the flashing lights and macro buttons and all that rubbish, I prefer an understated look but either way this is the best keyboard I've ever used!!!

It's solid, mechanical and surprisingly sensitive and amazing for long typing sessions... Its also one of those products that just screams quality!!! You'll know what I mean when you take it out of the box!

There is very little difference between 6gv2 and 7g, have a look at the FAQ on the Steelseries website: http://faq.steelseries.com/questions/172/What+is+the+difference+between+the+6Gv2+and+7G+keyboards?

The 6Gv2 is for gamers who want a quality keyboard like the 7G, but can do without some of the more advanced features such as the audio ports for headphone-in and microphone-out, the two USB ports, and removable plastic handrest.

I personally don't think headphone-in, microphone-out, two USB ports and a removable plastic handrest is worth the £30+ extra.

 

[Sasso]

I personally don't think headphone-in, microphone-out, two USB ports and a removable plastic handrest is worth the £30+ extra.

or ever be used xD well... by most I assume.

on my logitech g510 it had audio in/out and a usb slot..... I used all of them once to see if they worked. usb was fine but on the back so a bit fiddly and forget it's there.

the sound was just pants so ignored that

and cheers merrick

 

[Aedus]

I mostly play FPS games so don't think I need macro buttons.

Backlit would be nice. Looking a bit more expensive, the CM Storm Quickfire TK Mechanical Keyboard - Red Switch looks nice.

What sort of rep do coolermaster have for keyboards ?

I have this keyboard with browns instead, it's excellent.