How to Choose a Gaming Keyboard

Every year, manufacturers of computer hardware amaze us with new ingenious inventions. Many people like to spend their leisure time playing on the computer. It is very important for gamers to choose a good keyboard. Gaming keyboards come in different models and with different additional features. Thus, selecting a gaming keyboard becomes very interesting.

How to Choose a Gaming Keyboard

When you choose a gaming keyboard, it is worth considering the following parameters: 

• Additional Programmable Keys 

A good gaming keyboard should have additional programmable keys. The number of these keys depends on the particular model. They may be from a few units to a dozen or more. These buttons can be programmed for a specific action in the game, or even for several priority actions.

• Built-in Memory 

You’d better choose a gaming keyboard with built-in memory. This feature allows you to reconfigure the keyboard. Thanks to its memory, it is able to store game profiles.

• A Rubberized Key 

The keyboard should come with a rubberized key. This keyboard is convenient because it will be able to replace some of the keys when they are erased due to the frequent use. Typically, the kit includes the replacement for these keys.

• Backlit Keys 

Many gaming keyboards are equipped with backlit keys. This is especially useful when playing in the dark or a dark room. The highlights come in different colors: blue, red, orange and green. The brightness of the backlight can be adjusted.

• Additional Connectors 

Some game models are equipped with additional connectors, for example, a headset, a microphone, and a USB port. All this contributes to the feeling of comfort during the game.

• An Additional Screen or Analog Joystick 

Good gaming keyboards are usually equipped with an additional screen or an analog joystick. Prestigious and expensive models are equipped with a screen on which the user can see how the game information and the state of the PC. The joystick helps to control the cursor with no need of looking up from the keyboard, which has a positive effect on the game.

• Mechanical Keyboard 

The mechanical keyboard is good because it does not require registration for full keystroke signal. In addition, the mechanical keyboard has a relatively longer life.

Recommendation

If you are badly in need of a gaming keyboard, I would recommend the Mantistek GK2. It is designed with a 104 full-size layout and adopts double shot ABS keycaps. And it comes with the RGB backlight (9 kinds of backlit model for adjustment). In addition, it supports NKRO (no ghosting or key blocking), which issues that any number of key combinations can be used at the same time. And last but not least, this 104 keys keyboard is a mechanical keyboard, durable and practical.