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Looking to upgrade your PC gaming set up? Mechanical gaming keyboard’s have tons of features designed to level up your gaming experience and Paul’s got the best mechanical gaming keyboards right now. From the best full size gaming keyboard to the smallest, the best wired gaming keyboard and best wireless gaming keyboard, plus cutting edge features like hall effect keys and RGB customization. We even have a pick for the best keyboard for gaming and productivity!
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The gaming keyboard space has gotten really competitive in the last few years and there are
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hundreds of choices out there. Whether you want to go mechanical, mini, or wireless
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I've made it easy and rounded up seven of the best gaming keyboards that you can buy right now. And even link them all down below, so let's get into it
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If you love custom keyboards but actually want gaming performance, the Keychron K2 HE hits that
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sweet spot that most other boards miss, and that's why it's our best gaming keyboard overall
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It takes the classic K2 layout and turns it into a real gaming deck with rapid trigger, last key prioritization, and fully adjustable Hall effect switches
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You can dial each key's actuation point in 0.1mm steps, starting as low as 0.2mm for lightning-fast inputs
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Multiple actuation zones let you stack up to four actions in a single key, so a light press can turn into a walk or a deeper press can turn into a run
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And you can keep building from there. There's even a long press mode that turns keys into toggles, which is perfect for things like auto walk and open world games
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Connectivity is pretty solid. 1000 Hz polling over wired and 2.4 GHz drops to 90 Hz on Bluetooth
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The hardware toggles on the side make it easy to flip between connection types and switch between macOS and Windows layouts
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The 4000 mAh battery delivers 2-3 weeks of use depending on your RGB settings, but the build here feels absolutely fantastic
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Aluminum case, PBT keycaps, and proper internal dampening. And check this out, the Rosewood Special Edition that we have right here looks really amazing
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especially with one of the 22 programmable RGB presets. After testing a lot of keyboards over the years
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this is easily the best one that I've ever typed on for the price and features
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This $36 keyboard proves that you don't need to spend hundreds for a premium gaming experience
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The Lamoki X1 is quintessential gaming on a dime, offering solid typing and gaming performance with a build that feels far more expensive than it really is
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Lamoki Kikron's sub-brand nails the quality that you'd expect with an 80% layout that's compact and comfortable
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The keyboard also features customizable red-only backlighting with 14 different modes, from flashing to breathing to static, all adjustable through the intuitive companion software
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For a first-time look, you'd never guess that it costs less than $40
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It doesn have all the full RGB effects that you find on some of the other high Keychron boards but the X1 still delivers everything that most gamers and typists actually need As the best budget gaming keyboard the LemoKey X1 gives you a premium feel
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without the premium price. So if you're after a solid gaming keyboard for less
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this one is a no-brainer. The Logitech G15 Lightspeed TK-L is one of those rare gaming keyboards
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that excels at both gameplay and productivity. The low-profile GL switches have a 1.3mm actuation distance, giving you a smooth laptop-like typing experience, while the slim 10-keyless layout keeps it compact for desk or travel use
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The board's concave PBT keycaps are textured just right, and the overall build feels super solid despite weighing less than just 2 pounds
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Logitech's G-Hub app adds deep customization, letting you remap keys, save profiles to onboard memory, and fully control the RGB lighting
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You can also just keep things understated, which when combined with its quiet key presses
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this makes the keyboard really office-friendly without sacrificing its style or gameplay setup
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Up to 45 hours of battery life, that's a nice touch too. So whether you're gaming, typing, or switching between both
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the G15 offers a versatile premium-feeling experience that's easy to recommend for anyone who wants a low-profile, mid-size mechanical keyboard for gaming and getting some work done
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Corsair's K65 Plus Wireless is the best wireless gaming keyboard Corsair has ever made
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The compact layout works really well for both gaming and productivity, while the smooth MLX
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red linear switches deliver a pleasant but very quiet typing experience, thanks to the integrated
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sound dampening inside. Fully hot-swappable, you're free to change out any compatible switches
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for a different feel, and per-key RGB lighting gives you plenty of customization. It's 1,000
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hertz polling rate ensures lag-free performance, and the two-tone keycaps on a black chassis keep
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the design looking very sophisticated if you ask me. Despite being a gaming keyboard, the K65 Plus
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wireless doesn't scream gamer. While it does lack dedicated media keys, it opts instead for a metal
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rotary dial in the upper right corner, and it also has a small button on the left side that lets you
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instantly toggle the RGB on or off, with an LED light strip above indicating the battery life
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The entire package feels very high and versatile and not bad for Corsair first 75 keyboard The SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini is a 60 gaming keyboard built for competitive gamers who
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demand speed, precision, and customization in an extra compact package. Its omnipoint
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hall effect switches allow per-key actuation to be adjusted on the fly down to 0.1 millimeters
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while the rapid trigger functionality and switchable onboard profile give you an edge
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in clutch situations. Built-in memory can store up to five profiles, and the companion app makes
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fine-tuning actuation points and key mappings super simple. The build quality is outstanding
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It's still small, but weighs almost one and a half pounds with an aircraft-grade aluminum top
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high-quality plastic bottom, and double-shot PBT keycaps designed to withstand heavy use
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The linear magnetic switches deliver quiet, smooth keystrokes, so rapid inputs won't be distracting during those intense gaming moments
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All of this combines to make the Apex Pro Mini one of the fastest and most versatile mini keyboards available right now
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earning a strong recommendation for anyone seeking a high-performance gaming board with a small footprint
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The Asus ROG Falcata is not your typical gaming keyboard. It's a 75% wireless split gaming board that can be used as two halves or combined into one, giving you flexibility and ergonomics that you really won't find anywhere else
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Its modular design and adjustable feet let you change the height, angle, or even tent the middle for comfort
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And the included silicone wrist rests add extra cushioning that can come in handy for longer gaming sessions
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Magnetic ROG Hall Effect switches let you fine-tune actuation from 0.1 to 3.5 millimeters
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even down to 0.01 millimeter increments. While the ultra-responsive 8,000 hertz polling rate and ROG Speednova 8K wireless setup keeps inputs lag-free
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On the left of the ROG Falcata, there is also a multifunction wheel and button that lets you customize it even further
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You can use the wheel to tweak a variety of settings from the actuation point of the keys
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the sensitivity of the rapid trigger feature, volume, media playback, and board lighting
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and a lot more. Beyond gaming performance, the Falcata split layout encourages a more natural
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hand position, reducing strain during long typing or gaming session. It's absurd 610-hour battery
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life and the option to just use one half make this both versatile and surprisingly travel If you after a split gaming keyboard that blends innovation with practicality the ROG Falcata delivers on all fronts
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It does have a very high price tag to match though, but hey, you're paying for a generally
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next level gaming experience with ergonomics on the forefront. That said, the Kinesis Freestyle
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Edge is another split gaming keyboard worthy of a quick shout out. Its fully separated layout with
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a plush detachable wrist dress make it a more ergonomic option even though it doesn't offer
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the same level of customization as the rog falcata that said it is half the price split mechanical
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boards are still pretty rare these days so it's an easy honorable mention if gaming posture is a
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priority for you the razer black widow v4 pro is a full-size wired mechanical keyboard that pulls
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out all the stops it even brings back features that we've been missing lately like dedicated
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macro and media keys, USB pass-through, and extra glowy RGB lighting, making this feel like a
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complete package. The V4 Pro goes beyond just the basics. It includes a volume roller, four dedicated
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media keys, eight macro keys, five on top and three on the side, and a multi-function Razer
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command dial that can be programmed with up to 100 custom modes. The detachable wrist stress is
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super plush and leatherette covered magnetically attaching to the keyboard while adding 20
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programmable RGB zones to the existing 18 underglow zones. Double shot ABS keys with bright clear
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legends complete the premium look and the keyboard's clicky Razer green switches are satisfying for
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gaming while also still pretty solid for productivity too. Software wise Razer Synapse 3 lets you
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customize every key and RGB zone, create multiple profiles and program macros with ease. The Black
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Squid O V4 Pro is loud, but it's super flashy, packed with extra functionality, making it
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an ideal choice if you want a keyboard that can do everything
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If you have the desk space for it, this is the ultimate keyboard to get
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There are a lot of great mechanical gaming keyboards to choose from, but I don't think
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you'll be disappointed with any of these picks. You can find the best deals for everything that I've talked about today linked below
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but let me know which one you're eyeing, or if you think there's another model that I should try for next time
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If this video helped you out, make sure to stay subscribed for more buying guides, and you can also follow me to see what other cool tech I'm reviewing
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And until the next one, I'll catch you later
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