A total of 74 reviews of this product on Reddit.
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There are switch testers you can buy, like this one off Amazon. Alternatively if you have local tech stores nearby, they may have keyboards on display that you can try out.
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> If I get a board with MX Cherry Blues since they seem to be recommended,
There are a ton of different switches out there, and the initial investment is not insignificant for most people, though there are some relatively inexpensive entry level boards. Given that, I highly recommend getting yourself a switch tester, so you can test drive a few different kinds of switches before committing to one type.
Check out Amazon, AliExpress, and around the internet for Cherry MX Switch testers. I would check out one of the 9 key testers, though there are four switch testers.
Here’s one that I like, but there are less expensive ones out there that so the same thing.
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I would not recommend going for this build, though some parts could still be fine with the other build.
Ryzen would be completely fine, but it’s at a cost of £80 more for similar performance in games unless it gets CPU-bound. 120mm AIOs are just not worth it in general, as a good air cooler can do way better. I doubt that white RAM would work well with the general colour scheme of black so far and is £13 more costly with no performance boost. Also, that M.2 is a SATA SSD, not an M.2, so you would lose the fast speeds of NVMe for £7 less than one. M.2 =/= NVMe. Finally, going for an SFF PSU is a really bad idea, as they are way more costly than normal PSUs, are louder due to a smaller fan, yet have downsides such as shorter cables due to their intended use in an SFF system.
However, there are some parts that are open to interpretation. The case is always the most subjective, and if the one you selected is fine in your opinion, you can very much use it in either build. Also, keyboard switches are also opinion-based, so I actually recommend buying a switch test beforehand to see what one you like, and from there you can select a keyboard that you’ll like- try this- https://www.amazon.co.uk/Cherry-Switch-Tester-keyboard-Sampler/dp/B01GZHU1EG/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=mechanical+switch+sampler+with+membrane&qid=1625398018&sr=8-5 – You can always incorporate a different keyboard into the build once you’ve tried some.
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> And how can I try things out these days, in-store doesn’t seem to be an option and a bunch of places when I asked say that refunds are only possible as long as the package is unopened.
You can get a cherry switch tester on amazon. They have a good return policy and there are more switch testers for the less mainstream switches.
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I assume you’re looking at Cherry MX switches?
It’s pretty simple, browns are tactile and reds are linear. Do you want to feel the switch actuate, or do you want it to be smooth throughout?
If you want tactiles I would go with the browns. As much as people on r/mk like to meme on them, they’re a good all-around switch, especially for beginners.
If you want linears, I would skip the reds and go with lubed Gateron Yellows. The best budget linear, in my and many other’s opinion.
If you still can’t decide, do yourself a favor and pick up a switch tester on Amazon, something like this. It’ll let you get a feel for almost all of the different switch archetypes, and it makes a fun desk ornament.
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For starters, you’ll need to answer these two questions first:
Do you want minimal to no haptic feedback (i.e. you can feel through your fingers when you’ve pressed the key down sufficiently far enough to actually send a keystroke), some haptic feedback, or haptic feedback with noise? (This is more descriptive way of asking whether you like linears, tactile silents, or clicky/tactile noisy switches, respectively)
Do you like light or heavy keystrokes?
This is what you’ll find for MX Cherry switches:
| Haptic Feedback | Light | Heavy |
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| None/Minimal | Red | Black |
| Some, No noise | Brown | Clear (Appears milky white) |
| Some, clicky noise | Blue | Green |
I’d suggest you start with a switch tester first, if you don’t know the answer to these questions. I personally got this one on Amazon, which comes with 3 additional switches which have been discontinued or are extremely difficult to find.
I should also add that if you find that you prefer the rubber dome feel, you should go with Topre switches instead, and get a Realforce or HHKB.
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I was in the same boat as you… I found this on Amazon and very happy I did… actually feel confident in which switch I want now (and it wasn’t the one I expected). I’d certainly say it’s worthwhile before investing: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01GZHU1EG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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I’ve only tried out my friend’s blues but if you don’t mind the noise then blues would definitely feel much more tactile than the browns. People say clicky is the true tactile for a reason. I just don’t personally enjoy the sharp noise of a clicky switch. The best advise is to personally try out as many switches as you can before buying. I didn’t and ended up with a board full of MX browns.
Edit: I found a few different packs of test switches on amazon, basically 9 different switches in a 3d printed mold so you can get an idea of the different feels.
Something like this
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I haven’t tried them out myself so I can’t personally vouch for any in particular, but I’ve seen people talk about these sort of testing boards. It’s literally just a board with individual copies of a few of the most popular switch types so you can press them each and see which you like. It won’t mimic the full typing experience for any in particular, obviously, but it’s at least better than nothing.
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Ich hab mir damals so ein Ding hier gekauft [Amazon Link].
Die anderen Hersteller werden zwar kleine Unterschiede haben, was das Gefühl angeht, aber damit kommt man ein bisschen in die richtige Richtung imo. Beachte: Jeden der Switches mal mit allen Schreibfingern testen, mit entsprechender Handhaltung, sonst wird das nicht repräsentativ.
Hab das Teil immer noch daheim rumliegen, gebs hin und wieder mal Kumpels, die interessiert sind und sonst doppelt es als Stressabbauspielgerät… Und man kann mit den drei vorhandenen Clicky Switches super Leuten auf die Nerven gehen 🙂
Bei mir wurdens damals übrigens CMX browns.
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Der Thread mit den mechanischen Tastaturen ist von mir. Ich werde jedenfalls zum MediaMarkt gehen und schauen was sie so zum probieren herumliegen haben. Saturn ist ein bisschen weiter weg. Aber ich meine es geht auch darum, was man sich von einer mechanischen Tastatur erwartet. ich erwarte mir zumindest, dass Tasten nicht so schnell klemmen wie bei meiner jetzigen Logitech, da es echt unangenehm ist immer gegen die steckenden Tasten zu klopfen und es ist nicht gerade ermüdungsfrei.
Auf Amazon fand ich einen Key-Tester, aber ob es mir 20 Euro wert sind bezweifle ich.
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You might be able to have some luck at Best Buy if there’s one near you. Honestly, most people recommend buying a tester kit. Even in the US it’s difficult to find places that have a good variety.
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Oh there’s tons of options for switches. Reds, blues, and browns are just the most common. You can order something like this if you want to see how some of the different ones feel and sound: https://www.amazon.com/Cherry-Switch-Tester-keyboard-Sampler/dp/B01GZHU1EG
It also comes with some O-rings you can put around the bottom of the switch to make them quieter/softer when bottoming out. That’s something you can add to a full keyboard if you want to.
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You could try one of these.
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Are there any (artisan or otherwise) keycaps available that are designed to show off the switch they’re sitting on, e.g. to make the switch tester on my desk more decorative?
I currently have some really ugly ones (look something like this and I’m sure I can do better than that.
Anybody got any nice translucent ones that really show off the switches? bonus points if they’re not just completely clear but frame the switches nicely, or even have some kind of decoration themed around a popular modern switch type
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The PC is probably a bit on the more expensive side, but it’s pretty difficult to get a decent deal these days. You could spend a lot of time on r/buildapcsales and probably find something similar for about $400 less, or just buy what you can find. This PC should be fine for 1080p/~144hz or 1440p/60hz gaming in just about anything you can throw at it, but it’s likely to need an upgrade within the next five years, and very few of the components have much chance of being forward-compatible.
I have zero expertise on speakers; always used trash headphones my whole life.
Probably don’t need a full-size, high-quality mechanical keyboard on a “starter” PC. If you haven’t used mechanical switches in a keyboard before, you’d be much better off buying a full-size membrane keyboard, a short, cheap mechanical keyboard, and a switch tester for less money cumulatively so you can see what you prefer.
A 32″, 1080p display is likely to be a lot bigger on your desk than you think it is. Test your setup with some posterboard or something first, if you need to. At typical desk depth, you won’t be able to get the monitor far enough away to look at all of it comfortably, and at that resolution, you’ll be able to easily make out individual pixels.
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Get something like this first. Find out what switches feel good first, then buy a keyboard full of ‘em. Keycap til your heart’s content.
AKWOX 9-Key Cherry MX Switch Tester, Keycap Puller, Keyboard Keycap, O-Ring Sampler Tester Kit https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01GZHU1EG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_8YR0AVYX7GEVY4CWD3XB?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
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I’m not sure what you mean when you say “like mouse buttons”. If you’re referring to the tactility of the key press, there are a ton of very tactile switches out there. A good intro to switches would be a key switch tester.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01GZHU1EG/
This will help you get a good idea about the basic different types of switches. There are much more tactile switches out there.
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I guess that depends on what kind of switch you’re looking for. Tactile, clicky, or linear?
A key switch tester is a good place to start, if you’re not sure what kind of switch you like. There are testers out there which are cheaper than the one I linked.
Gateron, Cherry, wanna Kailh all make good, and easily accessible switches.
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I would strongly recommend getting a switch tester like this one.
Switches are about personal preference. People can give you all kinds of advice about which switches are good for gaming, but if it turns out you just hate the way that switch feels, then you’re throwing money down the drain.
Spend the time to try out some switches, see which ones you like.
A lot of people recommend linear switches for gaming, like the Cherry MX Reds, but I personally dislike them. Instead, I work and play with Cherry MX Clears and Halo Clears.
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Yeah I hesitated to buy one because I live in france and it’s 20€ I find it expensive for what it is, maybe I’ll just use it and return it after.
https://www.amazon.fr/AKWOX-M%C3%A9canique-Interrupteurs-Dampeners-Extracteur/dp/B01GZHU1EG/ref=sr_1_2?__mk_fr_FR=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&dchild=1&keywords=mechanical+switch+tester&qid=1606680147&sr=8-2
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You could buy this switch tester to compare everything!
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Blue has a loud click like you would get from a pen, while speed is tactile, meaning there is only a silent bump. I would recommend getting a key tester off Amazon for around 5 pounds to test out the keys before you buy a big expensive keyboard
Here’s the one I used: Akwox 9-Key Cherry MX Switch Tester, Keycap puller, keyboard Keycap, O-Ring Sampler Tester Kit https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01GZHU1EG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_dl6oCbF0SDD4G
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>should I find switches I like.
Spend a few bucks and get a key tester. You can sample them all and decide which you like.
Biggest advantage of building custom is that you get to choose the colors/keyset. Personally, my setup is all-black (plus some RGB), so I just went with one out of the box.
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Thank you for your reply! I found this tester on Amazon that I think I’ll order.
My next question might be even more dumb. Once I decide on which switch I like, can I just buy a keyboard with those? Or do I have to customize one myself?
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Hi guys was looking to get this switch tester
witch is about half the price of the wasd one and I was wondering if it is good or anyone has any thoughts on it.
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Wow never knew about those things,
Akwox 9-Key Cherry MX Switch Tester, Keycap puller, keyboard Keycap, O-Ring Sampler Tester Kit https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01GZHU1EG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_K4N0AbDTSA63Y
It’s that right? I’ll be sure to get one if it is. When it comes to feel though, not really sure.
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I just ordered this switch tester. It was only a dollar more than the 6 key one. I know the GMMK I was looking at uses Gateron but hopefully you are right that it’s not a huge difference. Should have it tomorrow so I can finally make a decision.
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Not knowing that mechanicalkeyboards.com was right here, I ordered one of these, which is awesome. I don’t think I had the thing for 3 minutes before I said “Oh, blues, duh.”
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Here’s the one I got. It’s got a lot of keys, clear caps you can use later, dampening rings which you can take off and, for me, it basically doubles as fidget toy while I’m at work. Worth every single cent.
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Blues are the loudest but not necessarily the best for gaming. You can buy little boards that have a sample of each kind or you could go to a store like best buy and see if they have more than one keyboard / switch type on display. A lot of cheap keyboards use generic switches and that’s why they’re less expensive usually. I’d also question the quality of the RGB software for generic brands.
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By buying something like this:
Just search for “mechanical key sampler” will usually get you a half dozen types of these. From there, you can see which switch you like the best (feel, sound, etc).
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Switch choice is purely subjective, get a switch tester like this one and try them out.
You’ll also need to determine the size of keyboard you want, and whether you want backlighting(if so, what colour? RGB?).
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You can get testers for trying different switches, might see them in stores which sell custom keyboard parts.
Cherry:
https://www.amazon.com/Cherry-Switch-Tester-keyboard-Sampler/dp/B01GZHU1EG
Zealios:
https://www.amazon.com/Zealio-Switches-Tactile-mechaniacl-keyboard/dp/B07CKNLZCY
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I have a Corsair K70 and I love it. The keys are lifted up from the base so it’s super easy to keep clean and makes typing on it really nice.
The main thing you want to consider in a keyboard is the switches. ‘Cherry MX’ (Speed, red, brown, blue, silent, etc) are the most common and one of those will certainly suit your needs depending on noise and pressure preferences. Here’s a general overview on all of the different kinds of switches. If you don’t know what kind of switches you prefer you can buy a switch tester like this one.
You can also go fully custom, but I will warn you that the custom keyboard world can be a rabbit hole as deep as you care to dive. PCB’s, Keycaps, switches, bases, cables, rgb, etc can all be custom if you want to truly build a personalized keyboard. I won’t get too deep into here but i’m considering buying another K70 just so i can mod it specifically for what i like. If you want to know more head on over to /r/CustomKeyboards/ (or google around).
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This drove me bonkers until I went to amazon and got a key tester. https://www.amazon.com/Cherry-Switch-Tester-keyboard-Sampler/dp/B01GZHU1EG/
I got that and within 3 seconds I knew blues were the only way to go. But it’s been interesting.
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Pandas are fine, and whatever is “good for gaming” is up to personal preference. If you’re not sure what kind of switches you like, you should instead get a key switch tester, and find out if you prefer linears over tactile or clicky switches.
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You can buy small test kits for around €15. It’s not free, but at least you can do some thorough testing at home.
Link to an example I found at Amazon
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Weight is relative since we’re dealing with grams here. 28.3 Grams equals 1 ounce, roughly. Red switches require 45Gr (1.6oz) of force to activate, so do Browns but as noted, Browns have the Tactile bump you can feel at the actuation point). Black switches on the other hand require 60Gr (2.1Oz) of force to activate.
So the Black switches are heavier, relative to the other switch options but not intrinsically since it’s literally just over 2oz of pressure to activate.
Also, tactile switches tend to feel a bit heavier than the linear ones, since they have a bump to overcome to actuate them, even if the force required to do so isn’t significantly more.
If you’re truly not sure, and don’t want to spend a lot of money buying different keyboards with different switches in them, which can get expensive quick, many companies sell “samplers” you can buy and try to get a feel for the different types of switches. Basically, it’s a box that hold multiple switches but doesn’t/isn’t connected to anything. This lets you try the various brands/typos of switches without having to lay out large amounts of cash on multiple keyboards you may or may not like or use for more than a few minutes to hours.
Here’s one tester on Amazon for $22 (they have many different ones from many companies from $15 to $99);
https://www.amazon.com/Cherry-Switch-Tester-keyboard-Sampler/dp/B01GZHU1EG
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- go to a tech shop and try the keyboards they have on display
- buy a key sampler from amazon
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Get a key switch tester like this one. There are cheaper ones out there, but this one was one of my favorite. Use it to get a feel for the various switch types, and characteristics. For me, that helped guide my decisions, and questioning process.
From there, you can start looking at boards, and decide which route best fits your personality and desires. For me, I got a keyswitch tester, which helped me select a switch. Then I found a prebuilt which meet my needs, and solved some problems I had with my previous keyboards.
Compact, recovering much needed space on my small desk.
10 key, since I have to use numbers frequently.
Solid reviews, since I type for work.
I settled on a Leopold FC980M, which I liked a lot. I discovered that the Cherry MX Browns made my finger joints hurt though. So my next board was a Ducky One 2 with Cherry MX Clears. That solved a lot of problems, but I was back to full size. I’m not going to lie, the color scheme played a part in why I picked it up. Next, I picked up a GMMK TKL.
If I were to do this over again, I would pick up the GMMK board first, and install different switches and keycap profiles until I found a combination I really liked, then worked on a custom build. Hot swap boards like the GMMK are a way to test key switches without the commitment of soldering an entire board.
I started this hobby in February, and have owned the following:
Three Leopold FC980Ms is Cherry MX Browns, Blues, and Clears.
A Leopold FC900R with Cherry MX Clears.
A Ducky One 2 with Cherry MX Clears.
A Ducky Mecha Mini in Cherry MX Blues.
A Glorious Keyboard TKL.
A Keychron K6.
An Apple Extended Keyboard.
An Apple Extended Keyboard II.
A couple macro pads and oddities, like the Techkeys OneKeyBoard.
Six or so keycap sets.
I have also picked up a soldering station, and soldering supplies. My next projects are (1) swapping the Cherry MX Blues for BOX Navys in one of my FC980Ms, and (2) finding a 75% kit that I really want to build. The KBD75v2 is really tempting.
If you’re more meticulous, and less prone to impulse buying than me, you can probably build or buy a great keyboard that really fits you in just a few moves.
Don’t forget places like /r/mechmarket as another place to potentially source parts or secondhand keyboards, though you’re going to be doing a lot of comparison shopping.
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Amazon has this. I might get one, and can share with friends.
https://www.amazon.com/Cherry-Switch-Tester-keyboard-Sampler/dp/B01GZHU1EG
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Cherry MX: www.amazon.de/dp/B01GZHU1EG
Kailh BOX: https://candykeys.com/product/kailh-box-switch-tester
what ever you like: https://keygem.store/products/switch-tester-3×3
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Do you know what kind of switches you like? If not, get a key switch tester.
There are lots of different switch testers out there, I just happen to like the Akwox testers.
Which keyboard form factor do you like? Do you need a macro pad? Do you want to build your keyboard from scratch, or are you looking for a prebuilt keyboard with hot swap switch sockets?
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That’s a matter of personal preference. Get a key tester, and decide for yourself.
There’s also a smaller four switch tester.
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My wife bought a cherry switches sampler from Amazon and I felt bad throwing it away so I converted into a real device
This is merely a v0 alpha prototype but it’s been working for almost a year now. Also each key has a different switch/sound and I realized after wiring this way that I could have done a matrix topology requiring only 6 I/O instead of 9.
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compra un tester tipo https://www.amazon.com/Cherry-Switch-Tester-keyboard-Sampler/dp/B01GZHU1EG
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Hello,
I am looking for a switch tester before I buy a keyboard. I am looking at buying this tester from Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/Akwox-Cherry-Switch-keyboard-Sampler/dp/B01GZHU1EG
What do you guys think?
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If you want to try them all out before you buy this is $22 well spent.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GZHU1EG/
Thought I wanted Red Silents but ended up liking Browns with o-rings the most.
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> I was considering blacks aswell, still not sure.
Maybe try different switches in a sampler first? glorious has their own sampler kit too https://www.pcgamingrace.com/products/glorious-mx-switch-sample-pack , or if possible, go to electronics store that has mechanical keyboards on display?
I bought a cheap switch sampler first, though it was cherry switches. Used it as a desktop toy for a week or two, absentmindedly tapping on the keys and I absolutely loved how the black ones felt.
edit: https://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B01GZHU1EG/ was the one I got. Didn’t even realize glorious had testers when I ordered that one… oops 😛
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Here’s a sampler https://www.amazon.com/Cherry-Switch-Tester-keyboard-Sampler/dp/B01GZHU1EG
You won’t be able to otherwise buy in quantities of less than 10.
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> there is nowhere I can test different switches.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GZHU1EG/
There are a bunch of companies that sell switch testers. You can buy then on Amazon, AliExpress, Banggood, eBay, and other online retailers.
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I was looking at those! How much do you think would be a good price for a switch tester? I found this one on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Cherry-Switch-Tester-keyboard-Sampler/dp/B01GZHU1EG
but it seemed a little expensive!
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not exactly the same product, but on amazon there are a bunch of mechanical keyboard samples about this size that you can purchase that are basically a board with the 7 or 8 different type of key switches, here’s one for example:
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https://www.amazon.com/Cherry-Switch-Tester-keyboard-Sampler/dp/B01GZHU1EG/
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Get a Switch tester board and make you own opinion as it is very subjective.
I got this before deciding:
https://www.amazon.com/Cherry-Switch-Tester-keyboard-Sampler/dp/B01GZHU1EG
I now keep it in my office for other to try and fidget…
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In my experience the keyboard itself comes down purely to personal preference, i.e. the design, material, key caps, brand etc. That is also what makes up most of the price other than features like wireless.
The thing that is gonna make or break your keyboard are the switches.
If there is nowhere where you can go and try out the keyboards in person, the next best thing to do is buy a Cherry MX Switch Tester
I have tried Blue, Red, Brown and Romer-G switches personally, and if you want to go by my opinion, then definitely go for either Blue or Red depending on whether you like clicky buttons or smooth. People say that Blue are better for typing and Red are better for gaming. Personally, I find both great for either task, just depends on your preference, again.
Brown and Romer-G (the ones on Logitech Pro Keyboard), which are very similar, feel mushy to me, kind of like pressing on crumpled foil, which to me is unpleasant especially for daily use.
My experience with different switches:
Logitech Pro was the last keyboard that I bought, using a Filco Majestouch 2 with Blue switches before that which I used for like 5? or more years.
Eventually I wanted a new keyboard and since I am big into gaming I decided to buy it because of it’s reported amazing performance. At first it wasn’t so bad and I got used to it, but eventually there was an accident and the keyboard ended up basically done for (my fault, nothing to do with the quality of the keyboard itself).
Needing a keyboard fast, I borrowed one with Red switches from a friend of mine and holy shit the difference was like night and day, like going from 30 fps on console to 144 on PC. I decided to buy a Filco Majestouch 2 keyboard with Red switches for myself and now I get excited whenever I need to use it just like when I got my first one with Blue switches.
Red switches are my personal favorites right now.
(If you are highly considering going for Browns instead of Reds I would recommend somehow borrowing a keyboard with Brown switches and using it for a day, then switching to Red and seeing how it goes. I personally didn’t notice that much of a difference when trying both switches briefly, which can end up making you regret your choice like me)
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As for recommendations:
For gaming I would 100% recommend a Tenkeyless keyboard. The key layout is different on keyboards with smaller sizes, which means that your muscle memory will need to adjust. Personally, I would not be willing to go through that, but if that is not a big deal for you and you’re sure that you won’t need the missing keys (arrow keys can be useful for things like even basic text editing in notepad or scrolling through search options in Google), then I don’t see an issue with going with a smaller size.
A wired keyboard that I would recommend is Filco Majestouch 2
If you need a wireless keyboard then I would recommend Corsair K63
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As far as I know, MacBooks are just membrane keyboards. But, I would suggest maybe brown switches or get a test board.
https://www.amazon.com/Cherry-Switch-Tester-keyboard-Sampler/dp/B01GZHU1EG
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Yeah mechanical keyboard have different designs and switches, you should order a tester on eBay or AliExpress for under 5 dollars. I recommend cherrymx switches but they can be expensive but kailh feels the same and basically is and is cheaper.
https://kbdfans.cn/products/kailh-box-14-switches-tester
KAILH BOX 14 SWITCHES TESTER – KBDfans
This one too
https://www.amazon.com/Cherry-Switch-Tester-keyboard-Sampler/dp/B01GZHU1EG
AKWOX 9-Key Cherry MX Switch Tester, Keycap … – Amazon.com
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Trying to find a Cherry MX White Switch Keyboard with UK Layout and preferably full size but can’t seem to find one anywhere I’ve looked. Anyone know of any?
The White keys I tested and want to try and find a keyboard for are the ones from this tester;
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Cherry-Switch-Tester-keyboard-Sampler-x/dp/B01GZHU1EG
Any recommendations would be great
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https://www.amazon.com/Cherry-Switch-Tester-keyboard-Sampler/dp/B01GZHU1EG i believe this should help
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Akwox 9-Key Cherry MX Switch Tester, Keycap puller, keyboard Keycap, O-Ring Sampler Tester Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GZHU1EG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_jxNoBbYV5Y40Q
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TKL is short for tenkeyless, which is a keyboard without the number pad. Since you want a full-size, you can check out the Cooler Master Masterkeys Pro L, iKBC MF108 (no black switches though, and not currently in stock, but a nice aluminum case), Ducky Shine 6, etc.
There aren’t really any perks, it’s just a personal preference. You can get a switch tester, but that won’t really give the best impression since you’ll just be pushing down one switch and not actually typing. You can try to visit local computer shops to see if they have keyboards on display to try out.
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I was hoping for something a bit more compact. Something that I could hold in my hands.
I would envision something roughly the size of this: Cherry Switch Tester
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Najlakse bi ti bilo da odes do winwina, gigatrona etc.
Imas ozbiljnije “switch testere” za 10-20eur, gde imas vise switcheva da probas (https://www.amazon.com/Cherry-Switch-Tester-keyboard-Sampler/dp/B01GZHU1EG. Takodje pogledaj neki YouTube video da znas razliku izmedju tactile, linear I clicky.
