April 2024
Gaming Keyboards: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of gaming keyboards rankings posted by key online experts, as of April 2024.
Summary
On 2 Apr 2024, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 102 gaming keyboard endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
59 gaming keyboards were endorsed in total, only 22 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 2 Apr 2024, Asus ROG Azoth takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed gaming keyboard with 6 expert endorsements. 1 expert out of 6 recommended it as the '#1 gaming keyboard' this month.
Brand breakdown
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Razer: 12 gaming keyboards
(#1 is Razer BlackWidow V4 75%)
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Roccat: 6 gaming keyboards
(#1 is Roccat Magma)
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Asus: 5 gaming keyboards
(#1 is Asus ROG Azoth)
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Corsair: 5 gaming keyboards
(#1 is Corsair K70 RGB TKL)
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HyperX: 4 gaming keyboards
(#1 is HyperX Alloy Origins 60)
Price breakdown
At a glance - April Ranking
Rank | Change | Price | Gaming Keyboard |
Digital Trends
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Laptop Mag
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Tom's Hardware
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PC Gamer
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TechRadar
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PCMag
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GamesRadar+
|
T3
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Rtings.com
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Tom's Guide
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1
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- | $167 |
Asus ROG Azoth
|
6
|
-
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7
|
6
|
11
|
11
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
2
|
- | $150 |
Corsair K70 RGB TKL
|
4
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
9
|
4
|
3
|
6
|
3
|
+19 | $190 |
Razer BlackWidow V4 75%
|
-
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
5
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
5
|
4
|
- | $150 |
SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL
|
-
|
-
|
6
|
-
|
7
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
-
|
5
|
+1 | $159 |
Logitech G915 TKL
|
3
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
10
|
-
|
3
|
14
|
-
|
-
|
6
|
-3 | $220 |
Corsair K100 RGB
|
-
|
3
|
-
|
-
|
6
|
10
|
-
|
12
|
-
|
-
|
7
|
- | $100 |
Corsair K70 Pro Mini
|
5
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
9
|
6
|
7
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
8
|
- | $100 |
HyperX Alloy Origins 60
|
-
|
6
|
-
|
-
|
15
|
7
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
7
|
9
|
- | $230 |
Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro
|
-
|
-
|
2
|
-
|
-
|
2
|
6
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
10
|
- | $190 |
Logitech G915
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-
|
-
|
8
|
3
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
3
|
11
|
- | Check price |
MSI Vigor GK71
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
5
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
12
|
- | $150 |
Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96
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-
|
-
|
5
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
13
|
New * | $230 |
Corsair K70 Max
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
7
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
14
|
-9 | $110 |
Razer Huntsman v2 Analog
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7
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
15
|
+11 | $199 |
Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB
|
-
|
7
|
-
|
9
|
-
|
9
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
16
|
-2 | $188 |
SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless
|
8
|
-
|
9
|
-
|
13
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
17
|
-2 | $49 |
Roccat Magma
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
2
|
-
|
4
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
21
|
-1 | $138 |
Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
8
|
-
|
-
|
2
|
-
|
-
|
22
|
-9 | $250 |
Razer Deathstalker V2 Pro
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
4
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
4
|
23
|
- | $160 |
Razer Huntsman V2 TKL
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
12
|
-
|
-
|
3
|
-
|
-
|
24
|
- | $85 |
Razer BlackWidow V3 Hyper
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
5
|
-
|
8
|
25
|
- | Check price |
Roccat Vulcan II Max
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-
|
-
|
4
|
-
|
-
|
12
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
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We ranked Asus ROG Azoth #1 in April 2024 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Asus ROG Azoth as #1.
Digital Trends
The best premium gaming keyboard
Multipurpose OLED display
Sublime typing experience
Gasket mount design
Switch stabilizers
Switch lubing station included
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North-facing PCB can present keycap issues
Stock NX switches aren't the best
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Tom's Hardware
Best Gaming Keyboard for Typing
Very sturdy build
Sounds and feels like an enthusiast board
Comes with a whole box of accessories
OLED display is attractive, versatile
Excellent battery life
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Armoury Crate is the worst!!!!
Keycaps are a little slippery
Only one layer of programmability
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PC Gamer
The best high-end wireless gaming keyboard
Outstanding build quality
Great typing experience
Solid, speedy wireless
Useful OLED display
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How much?!
Damned Armoury Crate
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TechRadar
Brilliant compact gaming keyboard that's easy to upgrade
Excellent build quality
Great performance
Easy to upgrade
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Very expensive
No dedicated macro buttons
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PCMag
Best Gaming Keyboard With Hot-Swappable Keys / Editors' Choice
Highly compact footprint for the key count
Ultra-stable key switches with box stabilizers
Includes comprehensive starter tool kit for keyboard tweakers
OLED panel for adjusting media/volume or simple animations
Per-key RGB key backlighting
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Pricey for a sawed-off keyboard
Delete-key placement less than optimal
Armoury Crate software is a heavy install
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GamesRadar+
The best gaming keyboard overall
Outstanding typing experience
Speedy and responsive
Flexible OLED display and control knob
Smaller design still offers plenty of functionality
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Will be difficult to swap keycaps
One of the most expensive decks on the market
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We ranked Corsair K70 RGB TKL #2 in April 2024 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
Digital Trends
The best TKL gaming keyboard
8,000Hz hyper-polling
Distraction-free tournament mode
Durable keycaps
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No wrist rest is included
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GamesRadar+
The best TKL gaming keyboard
Wide range of switches available
Incredible speeds
Portable and convenient
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-TKL design does limit dedicated macro keys
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T3
The most customisable TKL gaming keyboard
Per-key RGB lighting
Tournament Switch
Detachable USB cable
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Expensive to buy
Day-to-day typing takes getting used to
Slightly larger than the most compact TKL keyboards
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Tom's Guide
The best TKL gaming keyboard
Gorgeous design
Authentic Cherry MX key switches
Handy tournament features
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Expensive
Media controls have a learning curve
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend gaming keyboards.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of gaming keyboards, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for April 2024 ranking
We ranked Razer BlackWidow V4 75% #3 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Razer BlackWidow V4 75% as #1.
Laptop Mag
The best overall gaming keyboard
Dedicated media keys and volume roller
Excellent typing sound and feel
Compact 75% size
Hot-swappable
Includes a comfy wrist rest
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Razer Synapse is still clunky
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PCMag
Best Tenkeyless Gaming Keyboard / Editor's Choice
Excellent typing feel
Hot-swappable key switches
Per-key RGB lighting
Compact footprint
Pre-wrapped in a "tempest" tape mod
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Expensive
No USB passthrough
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Tom's Guide
The best hot-swappable gaming keyboard
Fully hot-swappable
Compact 75% design
Comfortable typing experience
Customization via Razer Synapse app
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Pricier than the competition
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We ranked SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL #4 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL as #1.
Tom's Hardware
Best TKL Gaming Keyboard
Highly customizable
Soft-touch magnetic wrist rest
Attractive but a little generic-looking
Excellent gaming performance
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Expensive
Feels hastily launched
Buggier than usual
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TechRadar
Best gaming keyboard for customizations
Incredibly customizable
Great gaming performance
Some nice features
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Slightly buggy software
Expensive
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We ranked Logitech G915 TKL #5 in April 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
Digital Trends
The best wireless gaming keyboard
Superb typing experience
Bright RGB lighting
Fast wireless technology
Long battery life
Bug-free, useful software
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Expensive
Incompatible with most mechanical keyboard accessories
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TechRadar
The best low-profile gaming keyboard
Amazing tactile feedback and typing experience
Wireless multi-device connectivity is impressive
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No full remapping/macro capabilities
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GamesRadar+
The best wireless gaming keyboard
Sleek mechanical switches
Slimline design
Dedicated macro keys
Solid battery life
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ABS keycaps pick up oil
No wrist rest
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T3
An excellent wired or wireless compact option
Fantastic typing experience
Compact form factor
Plenty of lighting options
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No number pad on this model
It's going to cost you
Older microUSB connection
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We ranked Corsair K100 RGB #6 in April 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
Laptop Mag
Best full size gaming keyboard
Premium attractive build
Comfortable typing experience
Blazing fast key inputs
Tons of functionality and customization options
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Pricy
OPX keys need getting used to
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TechRadar
The optical-mechanical gaming keyboard to buy
Maxed out features
Stable keycaps
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Very expensive
iCue woes
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PCMag
Best Gaming Keyboard for Serious Streamers
Extra macro buttons, with Stream Deck support
Useful iCue control wheel
Comfortable wrist rest
USB Passthrough
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Stream Deck support limited to extra Macro keys
Corsair OPX Optical Switches are an acquired taste
Very expensive
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T3
A high-end keyboard that feels super-premium
Beautiful build and design
Dedicated media keys
Some great extra features
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Very expensive for the features
Not wireless
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We ranked Corsair K70 Pro Mini #7 in April 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
Digital Trends
The best compact gaming keyboard
Hot-swappable key switches
Excellent iCue RGB software
8,000Hz polling rate
Multiple pairing modes, including three Bluetooth devices
Reasonably priced
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Battery life is a bit low
Typing isn't great with the stock switches
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TechRadar
The best 60% keyboard for gaming
Great performance on every front
Incredible customization options
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Expensive
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PCMag
Best 65 Percent Gaming Keyboard / Editors' Choice
Excellent RGB implementation
Hot-swappable key switches
Included key cap and key switch puller
Bluetooth and 2.4GHz connection options
Compact and lightweight
Can create up to 50 user profiles via Corsair iCue app
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Expensive
8,000Hz polling maximum may be overkill
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GamesRadar+
The best 60% gaming keyboard
Up to 50 onboard profiles
Hot-swappable switches
Excellent design
Powerful RGB effect
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Scratchy typing experience
Stabilizer rattle
Pricier than other 60% options
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We ranked HyperX Alloy Origins 60 #8 in April 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
Laptop Mag
The best 60% mechanical gaming keyboard
Petite, unique design
Comfortable key switches
Dazzling RGB lighting
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Limited onboard profile storage
Windows-only compatibility
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TechRadar
The best affordable mini gaming keyboard
Affordable yet premium build
HyperX Red switches are speedy and responsive
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No macros on hand
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PCMag
Best 60 Percent Gaming Keyboard
Proprietary HyperX switches offer balanced typing feel
Cool, alternate space bar cap
Slightly more affordable than other 60 percent gaming keyboards
PBT keycaps
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Only three onboard profiles
Non-PBT alternate keycaps
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Tom's Guide
The best mini gaming keyboard
Tiny profile
Comfortable key switches
Pretty RGB lighting
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Not ideal for productivity
Keys are a little loud
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We ranked Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro #9 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
Tom's Hardware
Best Gaming Keyboard Splurge
Plush, padded wrist rest that extends keyboard’s underglow by 20 RGB zones
Programmable multi-function “Razer Command Dial”
Eight dedicated macro keys
8,000 Hz max polling rate
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ABS keycaps may not last long
Macro keys disabled by default
Customization is very software-dependent
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PCMag
Best Premium Gaming Keyboard / Editors' Choice
Tons of functionality
Command dial is a useful addition
Excellent RGB lighting effects
Optional Yellow Linear key switches are quiet
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Large size takes some getting used to
Premium price
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GamesRadar+
The best full-sized gaming keyboard
Massive range of macro commands at your disposal
Speedy 8KHz polling
Macro buttons are well placed
USB passthrough
Plush, comfortable wrist rest
Premium feel in build and aesthetics
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Large form factor won't suit all setups
Drops wireless connection from previous model
Command Dial could be doing more
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We ranked Logitech G915 #10 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
Tom's Hardware
Best Low-Profile Gaming Keyboard
Good for gaming and typing alike
Beautiful slim design
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Keys show marks easily
No wrist rest
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PC Gamer
The best wireless gaming keyboard
Lag-free wireless
Great battery life
Low-profile mechanical switches
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Macro key placement is odd to some
Requires semi-regular charging
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Tom's Guide
The best wireless gaming keyboard
Excellent key switches
Beautiful design
Robust software
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No wrist rest
Very expensive
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We ranked MSI Vigor GK71 #11 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked MSI Vigor GK71 as #1.
TechRadar
Robust mechanical gaming keyboard with a fast actuation
Robust design, nice features
Back-to-basics software
Fast performance
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Full size = not space-saving
Fast actuation is a double-edged sword
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PCMag
Best Gaming Keyboard for Most People / Editors' Choice
Impressive RGB lighting
Quiet operation
Light-touch keycaps
Nifty volume roller
Wrist rest and keycap puller included
Cable routing helps keep cords tidy
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Wrist rest is not magnetic
No dedicated macro buttons
No USB passthrough
Ambient Link LED option is limited to a handful of games
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We ranked Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 #12 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 as #1.
Tom's Hardware
Best Wireless Gaming Keyboard
Hot-swappable
Excellent battery life
Improved linear switches
Sturdy build
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96 percent layout is pretty cramped
Only one layer of programmability
Annoying Armoury Crate Software
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PC Gamer
The best gaming keyboard
Excellent switch feel
Sound dampening that really works
Hot-swappable switches
Adjustable multimedia control wheel
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Armoury Crate app is messy
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We ranked Corsair K70 Max #13 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Corsair K70 Max as #1.
PC Gamer
The best competitive gaming keyboard
8,000 Hz polling rate
Adjustable actuation to 0.4mm
Easy to configure in iCUE app
RGB lighting is some of the best around
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Typing experience could be better
Pretty loud
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Tom's Guide
The best gaming keyboard overall
Unique magnetic switches
Sturdy build
Comfortable wrist rest
Highly programmable
Excellent for gaming and typing
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Costs more than the competition
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We ranked Razer Huntsman v2 Analog #14 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Razer Huntsman v2 Analog as #1.
Digital Trends
The best gaming keyboard with optical switches
Oh-so smooth linear opto-mechanical switches
Great wrist rest comfort and ergonomics
Quiet typing
Tidy design
Detachable USB-C cable
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No media keys
Although comfortable, wrist rest has a handful of issues
No tactile switch option
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TechRadar
The best gaming keyboard overall
Fully customizable key actuation
Delightfully tactile key clicks
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Eye-wateringly expensive
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We ranked Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB #15 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
Laptop Mag
Best split gaming keyboard
Unique split-keyboard design
Optional lift kit to improve ergonomics
Customizable to the max
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Lift kit not included
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PC Gamer
The best ergonomic gaming keyboard
Super comfortable to use
Fast and feature-packed
Lots of macro keys
Great for smaller hands
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Fixed cables are pretty stiff
Lift kit is an optional extra
Expensive, even for an ergo keeb
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PCMag
Best Ergonomic Gaming Keyboard / Editors' Choice
True Cherry MX switches in a choice of three varieties.
Comfortable ergonomic design, once you're accustomed to it.
Superb, plush wrist rest.
Per-key customizable RGB lighting
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Driverless SmartSet app is more work than we'd like.
Optional "lift kit" costs extra.
Steep learning curve.
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We ranked SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless #16 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
Digital Trends
The best gaming keyboard for esports
Unique Omnipoint 2.0 switches
Dual actuation inputs
Perfect size for gamers
Satisfying typing and gaming experience
Bluetooth and 2.4GHz connections
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Unnecessarily expensive
SteelSeries GG is a bit confusing
60% form factor limits use cases
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Tom's Hardware
Best Mini Gaming Keyboard
Feels great and intuitive for gaming
Highly customizable
Bright, attractive RGB
Feels sturdy but isn’t too heavy
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Dual actuation has a learning curve
SteelSeries GG has some bugs
Legends for secondary keybinds are hard to see
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TechRadar
Most customizable gaming keyboard
Lots of customizations and features
Excellent performance overall
Great design and RGB lighting
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Slow to wake
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We ranked Roccat Magma #17 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
TechRadar
The best budget gaming keyboard
Fast, accurate keys
Impressively quiet keystrokes
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Relatively lacking in features
|
GamesRadar+
The best membrane gaming keyboard
Fantastically low price
Smooth and satisfying experience
Extra macro functionality
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RGB customization limited to five zones
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We ranked Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro #18 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
TechRadar
Another excellent optical gaming keyboard
Fast and accurate performance
Satisfying yet quiet operation
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Plethora of shortcuts have a steep learning curve
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T3
The best tenkeyless gaming keyboard
Incredibly responsive
Beautifully bright RGB lighting
Compact
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High-priced compared to other TKL options
Very loud switches
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We ranked Razer Deathstalker V2 Pro #19 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
TechRadar
The best wireless keyboard for gaming
Sleek, slim profile
Shorter actuation distance
Very comfortable
|
Pricey
|
Tom's Guide
The best low profile gaming keyboard
Slim, minimalist design
Comfortable key switches
Plenty of ways to connect
|
Much more expensive than wired models
No wrist rest
|
We ranked Razer Huntsman V2 TKL #20 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
TechRadar
The best TKL gaming keyboard
Fast optical switches
Removable cable
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Not a lot of extra features
|
T3
The best premium gaming keyboard
Revolutionary optomechanical switches
Impressive focus on RGB backlighting
Mature and minimalist design
Incredibly fast typing performance
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Expensive
The keys are very light
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We ranked Razer BlackWidow V3 Hyper #21 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
T3
The best premium 65% form factor wireless keyboard
Premium build quality
Wired and wireless
Up to 200 hours of battery life
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Very expensive
Do you need a 65% form factor?
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Tom's Guide
The best 65% mini keyboard
Just enough keys
Comfortable switches
Streamlined design
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Extremely expensive
Short battery life on default settings
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We ranked Roccat Vulcan II Max #22 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gaming keyboards” rankings.
Tom's Hardware
Best Looking Gaming Keyboard
Bright, attractive lighting looks great on wrist rest
Linear or tactile switch options
Dedicated media keys and built-in secondary functions
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Fixed cable with dual USB connectors
Annoying Software
Slippery ABS keycaps
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PCMag
Best RGB Gaming Keyboard
Attractive design with gorgeous RGB lighting
Easy-Shift+ adds tons of functionality
Switches compatible with many third-party keycaps
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Expensive
Keycaps could be more comfortable
No wireless connection options
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