The best Mac Gaming Keyboards: Reddit reviews

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It's uhhh, complicated :^)

I use one of these, have the joystick mapped to WASD for movement, and the keys where WASD would normally be are mapped to arrow keys. Reload is on a mouse button cause I tried it once and I really liked it so I stuck with it. It helps that my mouse has 10 extra buttons P:

Razer Tartarus V2: 32 Progammable Keys - Detachable Palm Rest - Razer Mecha-Membrane Mid-Height Keys - Gaming Keypad https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07754PYFK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_8UCpCbYJSA743- he uses this numpad.

If you're going to be out of commission for a considerable time, you should consider getting a gaming keypad. They're roughly $80-200 (depends on the model) but they have a ton of keys on them and a joystick for movement.

Amazon link to a Razer one for the curious: https://www.amazon.com/Razer-Orbweaver-Chroma-Mechanical-Adjustable/dp/B07754PYFK/ref=br_lf_m_ptw22vwhnmamana_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&s=pc&th=1

The one you linked comes with a 90 day guarantee because its "Renewed" by Amazon. Or you could get a brand new one for $139.99

Have you seen the razer Tartarus gaming keyboard? After switching from the standard keyboard, I have much less finger strain and my hand is able to stay in a much more neutral position while playing. Not sure if it suits your needs, but figured I’d share!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07754PYFK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_QZ4J7Y8ERNHR4E3R6X7T?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I personally love Logitech's line of mechanical keyboards. I bought the G613 for home use and was such a fan I picked up the K845 for the office. Nice brown caps, full 108 keyboard, and zero RGB for super reasonable. I think $75 for the wireless and I got a renewed version of the wired for under $50.

I use a razer Gamepad and use the bartender addon to match my on-screen action bar layout to the layout of the keys.

I find it so much easier to identify what my keys are and use the joystick for sidestep and forward/back movement. I would not be able to play wow without it and keep a spare handy.

As far as losing your target, I quickly get overwhelmed when keeping track while fighting multiple mobs. I set me main target health bar to be a fair bit larger than the other mobs in the group and always use a Personal spotlight to keep track of myself when playing melee.

Keep in mind that you don't have to be a an amazing player to enjoy the game either.

Havit Mechanical Keyboard Wired 89 Keys Gaming Keyboard Red Switch Keyboard with PBT Keycaps for PC Gamer Computer (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B085ZDXGZW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_4NCAW8DXHY40CRY1Y0R8

I was looking at keyboards and was interested in purchasing this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B085ZDXGZW/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A3TJEO884AOUB3&th=1

I would also like to get o-rings for it which seems possible since other customers said they did. Does anyone know what o-rings to buy for it? I'm not exactly sure how o-rings for different switches works.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07754PYFK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_SAHMMX90HG19RRXAVGP9

^ This is the one I use at home.

Otherwise on the go I use a cheap Logitech trackball mouse.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0877DK2FL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_WQ9JNNDR0X8N7FPDZF9S?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Yeah, I can totally see that. I've got a pierson pallet system and vacuum chuck plate so I could do the entire keyset op1 in one go, but like...I don't really think that'd save that much time. Would dropping the 10 key and going to a more minimalist layout simplify the process? I know there's a huge market for custom mechanical - something like this layout could save a lot of the work by cutting out overtravel limitations.

Could look into something like the Razer Tartarus

https://www.amazon.ca/Razer-Tartarus-Progammable-Detachable-Mecha-Membrane/dp/B07754PYFK

Now Idunno if they come in left handed vs right handed or if they are any good, but if that suits your fancy, just look into "Gaming KEYPADS" in search engines/online stores since thats what they are called, hope that helps.

There's a wireless G613 for less than this on Amazon right now. No lighting though.

I bought the G915 TKL and like it a lot, but it's way more expensive than any keyboard should be.

From Amazon, here's the link https://www.amazon.in/dp/B07754PYFK/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_apa_glt_fabc_4VQG4HGFDAGQCPTTNBYY

But don't buy at 12k, i bought it for around 5k which is the right price. Wait for the inflation to subside and get one or you can try some other vendors as well.

😂 a more reasonable response would be to get a budget, white mechanical keyboard like a ducky or royal kludge and then switch out the keycaps for some matcha ones that you can find on Amazon!

Left handed gaming keyboard https://www.amazon.ca/Razer-Tartarus-Progammable-Detachable-Mecha-Membrane/dp/B07754PYFK/ref=mp_s_a_1_17?dchild=1&keywords=left+handed+gaming+keyboard&qid=1620425047&sr=8-17

It's this keyboard: Amazon.com: GK61 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - 61 Keys Multi Color RGB Illuminated LED Backlit Wired Programmable for PC/Mac Gamer Tactile (Gateron Optical Brown): Computers & Accessories

With these caps: Amazon.com: Razer Doubleshot PBT Keycap Upgrade Set for Mechanical & Optical Keyboards: Compatible with Standard 104/105 US and UK layouts - Mercury White: Computers & Accessories

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The keyboard does come in white, but I didn't like the feel or look of the stock keycaps!

So what l wanted to do is grab a stock gk61 from hk gaming and after use the same stock case and keycaps then swap the pcb with there different variant one which is the gk61xs which is bluetooth but l am worried it wont be compatible and that the screw mounts wont fit Please leave feed back and also if l should be purchasing from another vendor let me know

With the Magicforce 68, I noticed that the "Escape" key is on the same location as the Tilde ~ key. I assume that means each time I want to hit "Escape", I have to hit Fn+~ to get the Escape command, is that correct?

I know everyone recommends the Magicforce 68 as a budget Mech, but as I game a lot and sometimes have a lot of windows open in general, the necessity of the Escape Key being a one-button switch may be a dealbreaker for me...

Also--is there any consensus on the Drevo Gramr 84? From what I read and searched, it's a very solid board for it's price of just $40. I believe they're Outemus, and I'm planning to get a Brown Switch Keyboard. Are there any other potential Brown keyboards (on Amazon only, US) that I should consider around that price range? Can be TK or TKL.

Everything looks great for what your intending to use it for! Great choice on getting both a HDD and a SDD! I know that your budget is $800, and your build is already at $1000, do not forget about windows. Windows is already going to cost you about $100. If you want to save a little on the accessories, maybe ask a friend or get a cheap bundle off of amazon, for example this (https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-S101-Gaming-Keyboard-Centrophorus/dp/B00NLZUM36/ref=zg_bs_1194464_23?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=FVNBH17T080YW2M7N1P2). Then later in the future get your desire mouse and keyboard! Other than that, this looks like a decent build! Good luck with the build!

Awesome man glad to hear it! Also the Huntsman tournament edition one I was talking about was the TKL version. I’m surprised it’s that low tbh (think it was $90)

Edit: if money’s no problem (you’re not on a budget currently) they have a mini huntsman for $130 but idk if you want that since you said TKL

Just a thought though. Hope this helps buddy. 😄

Link:

Razer Huntsman Tournament Edition TKL Tenkeyless

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07V25YPVW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fab_Cg2HFbZDZTPH8

Been wanting a 60% hot swappable keyboard for a while, any recommendations under or around $100? I was looking at this but after some research found that the GK61 has horrible software and isn't that good for a long-term board.

I am open to suggestions!

https://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Multi-Device-Mechanical-Rechargeable-Switch-White/dp/B0731CJ4ZJ Good price but not the best keyboard if you care about key stability or certain shortcut functions. I would recommend something from this list: - Keychron K2 (or K6) - Ducky One 2 Mini (or SF) - Razer Huntsman Mini - Cooler Master SK621 - Anne Pro 2

RK ROYAL KLUDGE RK61 Wireless 60% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, Ultra-Compact Bluetooth Mechanical Keyboard with 10 Hours Battery Life and Blue Switches, Compatible for Multi-Device Connection, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0731CJ4ZJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Gf0lFbHAS2SQD this has two colors and good reviews.

For a keyboard, I wanted quiet buttons kind of similar to a MacBook and this is what I found: Redragon K502 RGB Gaming Keyboard https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00LSGKEC4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_B6IUyDp1U5phM

This is my first gaming keyboard and it is quiet and easy to play on. The keyboard does show greasiness and fingerprints though.

Edit: By Macbook keys, I meant similar to the butterfly keys found in Macs. Also, I’m not tech savvy so this might not be a great keyboard but it is something that I have enjoyed.

https://www.amazon.com/HK-Gaming-Mechanical-Illuminated-Programmable/dp/B07PT9NRRY/ref=mp_s_a_1_20?dchild=1&keywords=mechanical%2Bkeyboard&qid=1596048194&sprefix=mechan&sr=8-20&th=1&psc=1

When ever this is in stock

Looks like the G613 is on sale at amazon right now. Btw, I'm not sure if you've considered it, but the G613 doesn't have any backlight - going from a non-backlit keyboard to one that has a backlight (an kind, not just RGB) is a huge QoL improvement if you type a lot at night.

FWIW, I got my anne pro 2 for $87 from walmart's online marketplace last year. It's a great wireless RGB mechanical keyboard (that comes in black/white and has several different options for switches), but it's a 60% keyboard, which can be hard to adjust to if you're used to full-size. I also wouldn't recommend it if you're usually using a numpad as well. If you're okay with 60%, that and the GK71 are great options - imo, the best thing about these over most logitech/corsair/etc keyboards is that these use universal keycap sizes, so you have near-infinite options to customize and replace the keycaps.

You could get him gaming gear such as a new keyboard/headset or gift cards for those games They're pretty neutral so you can't go wrong.

Oh yeah, I saw the remote. If you get the Pro, then the remote is useless because that was the only useful part was the scroll wheel it includes.

A lot of artists actually buy this: https://www.amazon.com/Razer-Tartarus-Progammable-Detachable-Mecha-Membrane/dp/B07754PYFK?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

You can map any shortcut you want, and it gives you a hell of a lot more buttons than the remote does, for $30 more.

And it also includes scroll. I've debated on buying it just as an extra piece so I can map a few more keys.

The Pro 16 TP would be great for 4k, if you're a professional artist. But the killer for me is the lack of macros. I'd like a better display, but I really need those buttons.

https://www.amazon.ca/Razer-Huntsman-Tournament-Tenkeyless-Keyboard/dp/B07V25YPVW?keywords=razer%2Btkl%2Bkeyboard&qid=1669772158&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIzLjQ4IiwicXNhIjoiMy4wOSIsInFzcCI6IjEuODQifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=razer%2Btkl,aps,101&sr=8-4&amp...