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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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00:00The gaming keyboard space has gotten really competitive in the last few years and there are
00:03hundreds of choices out there. Whether you want to go mechanical, mini, or wireless,
00:07I've made it easy and rounded up seven of the best gaming keyboards that you can buy
00:11right now. And even link them all down below, so let's get into it.
00:17If you love custom keyboards but actually want gaming performance, the Kikron K2 HE hits that
00:23sweet spot that most other boards miss. And that's why it's our best gaming keyboard overall.
00:27It takes the classic K2 layout and turns it into a real gaming deck with rapid trigger,
00:33last key prioritization, and fully adjustable hall effect switches. You can dial each key's
00:38actuation point in 0.1 millimeter steps, starting as low as 0.2 millimeters for lightning fast inputs.
00:45Multiple actuation zones let you stack up to four actions in a single key, so a light press can turn
00:51into a walk or a deeper press can turn into a run. And you can keep building from there.
00:56There's even a long press mode that turns keys into toggles, which is perfect for things like
01:01auto walk and open world games. Connectivity is pretty solid, 1000 hertz polling over wired,
01:06and 2.4 gigahertz drops to 90 hertz on Bluetooth. The hardware toggles on the side make it easy to
01:11flip between connection types and switch between macOS and Windows layouts. The 4000 milliamp battery
01:17delivers two to three weeks of use depending on your RGB settings, but the build here feels
01:22absolutely fantastic. Aluminum case, PBT keycaps, and proper internal dampening.
01:28And check this out, the Rosewood Special Edition that we have right here looks really amazing,
01:33especially with one of the 22 programmable RGB presets. After testing a lot of keyboards over
01:38the years, this is easily the best one that I've ever typed on for the price and features.
01:46This $36 keyboard proves that you don't need to spend hundreds for a premium gaming experience.
01:52The Lamoke X1 is quintessential gaming on a dime, offering solid typing and gaming performance with
01:58a build that feels far more expensive than it really is. Lamoke Kikron sub-brand nails the quality
02:04that you'd expect with an 80% layout that's compact and comfortable. The keyboard also features customizable
02:11red-only backlighting with 14 different modes, from flashing to breathing to static, all adjustable
02:16through the intuitive companion software. For a first-time look, you'd never guess that it costs
02:22less than $40. It doesn't have all the full RGB effects that you'll find on some of the other
02:27high-end Kikron boards, but the X1 still delivers everything that most gamers and typists actually
02:32need. As the best-budget gaming keyboard, the Lamoke X1 gives you a premium feel without the premium price.
02:39So, if you're after a solid gaming keyboard for less, this one is a no-brainer.
02:48The Logitech G15 Lightspeed TK-L is one of those rare gaming keyboards that excels at both
02:54gameplay and productivity. The low-profile GL switches have a 1.3mm actuation distance,
03:00giving you a smooth laptop-like typing experience, while the slim 10-keyless layout keeps it compact
03:06for desk or travel use. The board's concave PBT keycaps are textured just right, and the overall
03:12build feels super solid despite weighing less than just two pounds. Logitech's G-Hub app adds deep
03:18customization, letting you remap keys, save profiles to onboard memory, and fully control the RGB lighting.
03:25You can also just keep things understated, which, when combined with its quiet key presses,
03:29this makes the keyboard really office-friendly without sacrificing its style or gameplay setup.
03:34Up to 45 hours of battery life, that's a nice touch, too. So, whether you're gaming, typing,
03:39or switching between both, the G15 offers a versatile premium-feeling experience that's easy
03:45to recommend for anyone who wants a low-profile, mid-size mechanical keyboard for gaming and getting
03:51some work done. Corsair's K65 Plus Wireless is the best wireless gaming keyboard Corsair has ever
04:00made. The compact layout works really well for both gaming and productivity, while the smooth
04:05MLX red linear switches deliver a pleasant but very quiet typing experience, thanks to the
04:11integrated sound dampening inside. Fully hot-swappable, you're free to change out any compatible
04:16switches for a different feel, and per-key RGB lighting gives you plenty of customization. Its 1,000
04:23hertz polling rate ensures lag-free performance, and the two-tone keycaps on a black chassis keep the
04:30design looking very sophisticated, if you ask me. Despite being a gaming keyboard, the K65 Plus
04:35Wireless doesn't scream gamer. While it does lack dedicated media keys, it opts instead for a metal
04:41rotary dial in the upper right corner, and it also has a small button on the left side that lets
04:46you
04:46instantly toggle the RGB on or off, with an LED light strip above indicating the battery life. The
04:52entire package feels very high-end and versatile, and not bad for Corsair's first 75% keyboard.
05:02The SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini is a 60% gaming keyboard built for competitive gamers who demand speed,
05:08precision, and customization in an extra compact package. Its omnipoint hall effect switches allow
05:15per-key actuation to be adjusted on the fly down to 0.1 millimeters, while the rapid trigger functionality
05:22and switchable onboard profile give you an edge in clutch situations. Built-in memory can store up to
05:29five profiles, and the companion app makes fine-tuning actuation points and key mappings super simple.
05:35The build quality is outstanding. It's still small, but weighs almost one and a half pounds with an
05:41aircraft-grade aluminum top, high-quality plastic bottom, and double-shot PBT keycaps designed to
05:48withstand heavy use. The linear magnetic switches deliver quiet, smooth keystrokes, so rapid inputs
05:55won't be distracting during those intense gaming moments. All of this combines to make the Apex Pro
06:01Mini one of the fastest and most versatile Mini keyboards available right now, earning a strong
06:06recommendation for anyone seeking a high-performance gaming board with a small footprint.
06:14The ASUS ROG Falcata is not your typical gaming keyboard. It's a 75% wireless split gaming board that
06:21can be used as two halves or combined into one, giving you flexibility and ergonomics that you really
06:26won't find anywhere else. Its modular design and adjustable feet let you change the height, angle,
06:31or even tent the middle for comfort, and the included silicone wrist rests add extra cushioning
06:36that can come in handy for longer gaming sessions. Magnetic ROG Hall Effect switches let you fine-tune
06:42actuation from 0.1 to 3.5 millimeters, even down to 0.01 millimeter increments. While the ultra-responsive
06:508000 hertz pulling rate and ROG Speednova 8K wireless setup keeps inputs lag-free. On the left of the ROG
06:58Falcata, there is also a multi-function wheel and button that lets you customize it even further. You can
07:04use the wheel to tweak a variety of settings from the actuation point of the keys, the sensitivity of
07:09the rapid trigger feature, volume, media playback, and board lighting, and a lot more. Beyond gaming
07:16performance, the Falcata split layout encourages a more natural hand position, reducing strain
07:21during long typing or gaming session. Its absurd 610-hour battery life and the option to just use
07:28one half make this both versatile and surprisingly travel-friendly. If you're after a split gaming
07:33keyboard that blends innovation with practicality, the ROG Falcata delivers on all fronts. It does have
07:40a very high price tag to match, though, but hey, you're paying for a genuinely next-level gaming
07:45experience with ergonomics on the forefront. That said, the Kinesis Freestyle Edge is another split
07:51gaming keyboard worthy of a quick shout-out. Its fully separated layout with a plush detachable
07:56wrist dress make it a more ergonomic option, even though it doesn't offer the same level of
08:00customization as the ROG Falcata. That said, it is half the price. Split mechanical boards are still
08:06pretty rare these days, so it's an easy honorable mention if gaming posture is a priority for you.
08:15The Razer Black Widow V4 Pro is a full-size wired mechanical keyboard that pulls out all the stops.
08:21It even brings back features that we've been missing lately, like dedicated macro and media keys,
08:26USB pass-through, and extra glowy RGB lighting, making this feel like a complete package.
08:32The V4 Pro goes beyond just the basics. It includes a volume roller, four dedicated media keys, eight macro
08:39keys, five on top and three on the side, and a multi-function Razer command dial that can be
08:44programmed with up to 100 custom modes. The detachable wrist dress is super plush and leatherette
08:51covered, magnetically attaching to the keyboard while adding 20 programmable RGB zones to the existing
08:5718 underglow zones. Double-shot ABS keys with bright, clear legends complete the premium look,
09:04and the keyboard's clicky Razer green switches are satisfying for gaming while also still pretty
09:09solid for productivity too. Software-wise, Razer Synapse 3 lets you customize every key and RGB zone,
09:15create multiple profiles, and program macros with ease. The Black Widow V4 Pro is loud, but it's super
09:22flashy, packed with extra functionality, making it an ideal choice if you want a keyboard that can do
09:27everything. If you have the desk space for it, this is the ultimate keyboard to get.
09:34There are a lot of great mechanical gaming keyboards to choose from, but I don't think
09:38you'll be disappointed with any of these picks. You can find the best deals for everything that
09:42I've talked about today linked below, but let me know which one you're eyeing or if you think
09:46there's another model that I should try for next time. If this video helped you out, make sure to stay
09:50subscribed for more buying guides, and you can also follow me to see what other cool tech I'm reviewing.
09:54And until the next one, I'll catch you later.
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