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It feels like there's something of a mechanical keyboard renaissance recently, with boutique brands producing some stunning keyboards with unique designs and advanced features for surprisingly little money. I've selected five of the best that have passed over my desk in the first half of the year, from ultra-premium numbers to more affordable options, so take a look - even if you're not a mechanical keyboard fan, you might find something that sparks something here. The five best mechanical keyboards I've tested this year: Style is unique and adds value to the keyboard. The keyboard works flawlessly as expected of a new product. I have the custom linear switches. They are smooth and similar to cherry red. Unlike other linear switches these switches along with the included key caps do not bottom out with as much force, making typing good. Gaming is excellent with just a few keys normal used w,a,s,d and spacebar. Based on my experience the stabilizers are fine. I don’t detect excessive wobble or clattering on any keys. My switch combo is very quiet, the key sound and gaskets provide a solid, expensive sound. The software is functional. I haven’t tried to remap any keys though. One note, the keyboard doesn’t include print screen so business functionality in my use case is hindered. However the board offers extra switches and key caps and 4 empty slots to add a key and presumably mal what function I need. The usb c port is incredibly tight and takes time to accept cords easily. Thought mine was broken until I gave the cord some force to get it to seat fully. Underneath the case is yet another secret trapdoor, which holds a 2.4gHz dongle, used for connecting the keyboard wirelessly. You can also opt for Bluetooth 5.1, or go the traditional wired route, with that sweet coiled USB-C cable from before. A 3,000mAh battery is pretty standard, and gives you decent usage, assuming you've got the RGBs off. There is a slight degree of flex when bending it along its long axis, but that is normal. The plastic exterior keyboards all experience this degree of flex. The Hidden Badge Area
The YZ75 is 75% layout 82-key mechanical gaming keyboard. Come with a acrylic metal badge, the keyboard offers both functional and aesthetic. The keyboard takes Gateron G Pro switch and pre-lubed stabilizers. Build in double layers sound absorbing foams give the keyboard premium typing experience. The YUNZII YZ75 is a 75% mechanical keyboard that is fully customizable, geared for mechanical keyboard enthusiasts. 【 Multi-Device and Tri-Mode Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0&2.4G&Type-C Cable】 Governing Law - This contract shall be governed and construed per the laws of the People's Republic of China. Buyer agrees that competent courts in the People's Republic of China shall have the exclusive jurisdiction over any legal action concerning this contract. In the event of any dispute related to this contract, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorneys' fee and costs. RGB is nice and subtle. Not much to choose from as far as patterns, but not really a big deal for me. Addition of the log LED is nice, not sure the use of it, but neat i suppose.Let’s talk about build quality. For its price, it’s effectively competing with most of the other mass-produced 96/100% keyboards. Those from Epomaker are probably in its direct window of comparison, whilst the default gaming keyboards from Razer, Corsair and Logitech are still way more expensive. Keycaps: 5-Side Dye Sub PBT Cherry Profile Keycaps/Double-shot PBT XDA Profile Keycaps/Double-shot PBT SA Profile Keycaps
The IF98 is a high-end gasket-mounted keyboard. It takes gasket material and silicone on both the top and bottom edges of the plate and PCBA. The top-grade gaskets and silicone of the gasket-mounted keyboards absorb the impact of every keypress, which creates a flexible, softer, and cleaner typing experience. Fairly standard inclusions; it’s nice to have extra keycaps; they’re predominantly used for ”badge area”. First Impression of the YUNZII Keynovo IF98 You must return an item in the same condition as it was received. You must also include, in the same condition as it was received: The bottom is very empty and needs foam or silicone. The empty battery compartment cover needs to be removed.It might’ve been a cardinal sin to request blue switches with this keyboard, but we wanted to review this keyboard for gaming. Brown or red switches would’ve done this keyboard justice during the sound test. We wanted to test it for the feel during gaming, and man, it’s a great keyboard. You get the neat feature of customising any key to perform specific macros or multimedia functions. Damage due to user negligence, accidents, dis-assembly, waterlog, misuse, abuse, alterations or vandalism. Any item returned must be complete with all accessories, hardware, manuals or instructions, and in the same "new" condition as when it was when shipped to you. Please send us the photos or videos of it.
The software is fairly basic for the YUNZII Keynovo IF98; you can adjust the RGB settings of your keyboard, and it’s not reflected in real-time, so you have to keep pressing the apply button.Glorious sent me a selection of switches, keycaps and cables, and I ended up with some pleasant teal and blue keycaps, a curly pink two-part cable and with soft, linear Kailh Box Red switches that work well for typing and gaming. The finished article tends to attract attention from house guests (I assume everyone takes keyboard questions when their significant other is having a party?) and it's so pleasant and unannoying to use that it's remained on my desk far longer than is strictly necessary for a review - always a good sign that I'm getting on well for a keyboard. The other keyboards on this list are fairly specialised and I wouldn't recommend them to absolutely everyone - especially given some come at a pretty steep price - but the GMMK 2 makes for an awesome introduction to mechanical keyboards at a very fair price. 5. Razer Huntsman Mini Analog It’s a very nice addition for people who want to add extra keys to their keyboards. The badge is removable, with four slots for you to insert your switches and keycaps into. Keycaps The steel plate does not have the proper tolerance for switches and the switches are incredibly hard to remove and the paint on it scratches easily Any item returned incomplete or with physical damage such as scratches etc., excessive signs of use or abuse will not be accepted for return.
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