I've gamed on PCs sense I was 4 years old and tried a serious variety of keyboards. I bought my first mechanical keyboard in college, the G710+. It's lasted a long time, but finally the space key stabilizers started to fail and there wasn't a good way to fix them. It being over 10 years old, I felt it was a good time to replace.
I did some tryouts of various offerings from Logitech and Razer. I tried a SteelSeries with optical mechanical switches. I just wasn't impressed with them and I didn't want more software to control the keyboard. But I did some digging and found this brand, which I hadn't heard of before, and after extensive reviews, I tried it out. Rtings.com has this one highly rated. It seems for good reason.
I moved from Cherry MX Browns to the Brown Pro's. And OMG. The difference was unreal.
I expected a lateral shift, not an upgrade. These keys are outstanding. The metal frame makes this thing heavy enough to be worth at least a 1d6 hit die. The pads that absorb the strikes on the keys help manage to reduce noise, while making it feel so responsive.
I play LoL, AOE2, PUBG, CoD, StarField, BG3, TLOU - most games out there. This was perfect for them all. For kicks and giggles, I bought some Blues from Keychron to swap out since the I wanted to try the clicky keys. They were great for typing, but the Browns were better suited for gaming, as suggested. While I ended up switching back to the browns, I was agast at how easy it was to swap the switches. I had the whole keyboard swapped during an episode of Arrested Development.
The software that controls it is open source which means you don't have yet another piece of software trying to load on start up and confidence the software isn't doing more than it should. Open Edge, navigate to the VIA site, modify your settings, and then close Edge. Perfect. Simplicity at its finest.
The sharp colors are reminiscent of keyboards from the 90's, with the TKL design giving me more space for my mouse during gameplay, especially in lower DPI situations, like sniping in PUBG.
The cost is steep. But I absolutely feel I have a premium quality product that will certainly last a very long time. The extensive compatibility, access to open source software, and easy work for swapping keys or key caps, makes me feel like I have a keyboard that can vastly outlast my Logitech.
The difference between them was frustrating and as often as I game, I found myself sad I didn't switch to this keyboard as soon as it came out. A frustratingly great keyboard.
10/10 would recommend if it's in your budget - I purchased a second one for my work computer because I like typing on this thing so much.
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Keychron Q3 QMK/VIA Custom Mechanical Keyboard-Knob Version
The Keychron Q3 Knob version is a fully customizable mechanical keyboard with QMK/VIA support and full aluminum frame. Anyone can intuitively master any keyboard keys or macro commands (incl. the knob) through the VIA software. The Q3 is designed with all components easily assembled, so you can customize the hardware and software with endless possibilities.
Program Each Key and Macro with QMK/VIA
Simply connect the Q3 to your device with a cable, import the Q3 keymap JSON file into the VIA software, drag and drop your favorite keys or macro commands to remap any key you want on macOS, Windows, or Linux operating systems, e.g.: create a macro command of a screenshot on macOS. Check our user guide or user manual for more instructions.
A brand new ultra-low-power Arm Cortex-M4 32-bit STM32L432 MCU which is powerful, and armed with 128K Flash will provide more flexibility for developers.
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Full Aluminum 80% TKL LayoutThe Q3 is crafted with 6063 aluminum that is processed through CNC machined, polished, anodized, sandblasted, and undergoes 24 more manufacturing stages to make a solid metal art on the desk that is the Q3. |
South-facing RGB BacklightThe south-facing RGB LED is designed to better illuminate the keyboard backlight from the typist’s angle with the premium non-shine-through PBT keycaps installed. The south-facing RGB is also free from interference when the users install OEM or Cherry-profile alternative keycaps on the keyboard. |
Double-shot PBT KeycapsThe Q3 comes with our unique OSA profile (OEM profile with spherical-angle) and double-shot PBT keycaps that aim to provide a more comfortable and subtle fingertip feel with excellent oil resistance for long-term use. |
Double-Gasket Design
This Double-Gasket Structure allows the keyboard to maintain the flexibility of the gasket structure and improves the overall typing sound. We added silicone pads between the top and bottom cases to significantly reduce the sound resonance between the metals and reduce the noise of the impacted metals. Each keyboard component could be reassembled easily. If there is any problem with the keyboard, it can be repaired by reassembling.
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All New Screw-In PCB StabilizersThe screw-in design increases stability and makes it easier for changes and upgrades. Precise craftsmanship makes the stabilizers more stable and less wobbly. The big keys’ typing experience is now more stable and smooth. The Keychron Q3 also supports third-party stabilizers including Cherry or Durock. |
Pre-lubed Gateron G Pro SwitchThe pre-lubed Gateron G Pro mechanical switches come with an optimized mold with more precise positioning, and less wobbliness will certainly improve your fingertip feel. The Gateron switch is durable enough with an unrivaled tactile responsiveness on the tactile brown switch and up to 50 million keystroke lifespan. |
Wired ConnectivityA reliable USB Type-C wired connection with 1000 Hz polling rate and NKRO make sure you won't miss a beat no matter cranking out emails or code. Note: Please avoid connecting the Q3 with a laptop through a hub to ensure enough power supply. For the same reason, please turn off the keyboard backlight if the Q3 is connecting with a tablet. |
Hot-swappableThe hot-swappable sockets supports both 3 pin and 5 pin MX mechanical switches (including Cherry, Gateron, Kailh, Panda, etc.), so you can customize your favorite switches without soldering. |
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| Price | $195.99 | $225.99 | $225.99 | $225.99 | $225.99 | $199.99 |
| Delivery | — | Get it as soon as Friday, May 17 | Get it as soon as Friday, May 17 | Get it as soon as Tuesday, May 21 | Get it as soon as Friday, May 17 | Get it as soon as Friday, May 17 |
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| Sold By | Keychron Direct | Keychron Direct | Keychron Direct | Keychron Direct | Keychron Direct | Keychron Direct |
| connectivity tech | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C |
| number of keys | 87 | 97 | 108 | 108 | 108 | 72 |
| compatible devices | Laptop, Mac, PC | Laptop, Mac, PC | Laptop, Mac, PC | Laptop, Mac, PC | Laptop, Mac, PC | Laptop, Mac, PC |
| keyboard description | Gaming | Gaming | Gaming | Gaming | Gaming | Gaming |
| operating system | Linux,Mac,Windows | Linux,Mac,Windows | Linux,Mac,Windows | Linux,Mac,Windows | Linux,Mac,Windows | Linux,Mac,Windows |
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I got this keyboard to upgrade from my hyperx keyboard. It’s has some weight as it has a metal frame. It has a Windows and Mac mode that can be toggled by a switch near the power cable. The knob feels great to turn and push. I love how you can change the lighting mode with the app and also a lightbulb key on the keyboard. If you’re looking for a tkl hot swappable wired keyboard with leds then this is the keyboard for you.
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I got this keyboard to upgrade from my hyperx keyboard. It’s has some weight as it has a metal frame. It has a Windows and Mac mode that can be toggled by a switch near the power cable. The knob feels great to turn and push. I love how you can change the lighting mode with the app and also a lightbulb key on the keyboard. If you’re looking for a tkl hot swappable wired keyboard with leds then this is the keyboard for you.
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