Once again it is that time of the year where we start talking about the best of the best peripherals released within that year. So this time we will tackle the top 10 gaming keyboards of 2014. So let’s start.
Top 10 Gaming Keyboard
10. Roccat Ryos // MK Glow
The Roccat Ryos packs a strong LED that can be customised to give you the ultimate night-time control. Internally there’s a 32-bit ARM core processor along with 2MB of flash memory to store safely all your configurations and 500 macros. The keys are mechanical and completely remappable, along with being laser-etched. A pretty complete package.
Technical Specifications
- Illuminated mechanical keyboard with 113 keys
- Advanced anti-ghosting with N-key rollover
- CHERRY MX key switches
- 3 programmable thumbster keys (T1 – T3)
- 5 programmable macro keys (M1 – M5)
- 94 other programmable keys
- 1000 hz polling rate, 1 ms response time
- 1.8 m cable and integrated cable channel
Specifically crafted for games, this mechanical keyboard has a sleek look with customisable keys. Gamers will appreciate the full key matrix anti-ghosting mechanism allowing you to play as fast as you can. The body is black anodised, brushed aluminium and has a high quality feel. Add to that the soft-touch wrist rest and you will be able to game for hours in comfort.
- Cherry MX Mechanical Key Switches
- Key-by-key Customizable Backlighting
- Easy-Access Multimedia Controls
- Soft-touch Wrist Rest
- USB Pass-Through
- Textured WASD
- USB Wired
8. Steelseries 7g
Not a badass looking keyboard but  the Steelseries 7g is one of the toughest keyboard we’ve ever seen. It’s Gold plated mechanical keys are build with durability in mind, with a lifecycle 10 times longer than ordinary keyboards. It’s weight is testament to it’s quality and toughness. It could withstand a fair few frustrated fist slams, although by no means recommended.
Technical Specifications
- No-click mechanical professional gaming keyboard
- 18K gold-plated connectors for extremely low latency
- Gaming grade lifetime: 50 million keystrokes
- Endorsed by the worlds best eSports-players
7. Logitech G19s
Logitech may not have that kind of design that gets the attention of gamers, yet it packs a punch in the features department. First off, there’s an LCD panel through which you monitor performance, along with seeing info about certain games. The keys themselves have custom backlighting, with different profiles for each game you play and on the side there are two USB ports to keep your tech charged up. If you’re into your macros then the 12 programmable G-keys, that can hold 36 unique functions, will definitely be for you.
Technical Specifications
- Color Game Panel LCD: Tilt able screen for instant access to in-game stats, VoIP communication and system data, video playback and more without interrupting game play
- Custom-color RGB backlighting: Assign a unique color to each profile, profile mode and mode style to easily locate any key in the dark
- 12 Programmable G-keys: Configure up to 36 unique functions per game, including single key presses, complex macros or intricate LUA scripts* (*Requires software installation)
- Two high-speed powered USB 2.0 ports: Easily transfer data to or from peripherals and charge battery-powered devices
- Multi-key input: Press up to six keys at once to perform multiple complex moves without interference or ghosting
6. Razer Death Stalker Ultimate
This keyboard from Razer is feature packed and unique, going as far as offering a touch-screen that can run apps. This LCD panel allows you to keep up-to-date with your Email during a particularly long Battlefield marathon, along with assigning it its own macros for super fast gameplay. The 10 key rollover feature means all your presses will be registered and with Razer’s Synapse 2.0 you will be able to sync custom settings and macros to the cloud.
Technical Specifications
- Fully programmable slim chiclet keycaps
- Switchblade User Interface
- 10 key-roll over in gaming mode
- Razer Synapse 2.0 enabled
Tesoro may be a new guy in the town in this industry and they need to learn more before they can start offering the best of the best. However, with their introduction of the Lobera Supreme, Tesoro offered one of the best mechanical gaming keyboard that also offers a build-in usb/mic/audio hub. Perfectly crafted for gamers that provides great performance during intense gaming.
Technical Speficiations
- Switch type: Mechanical key switch
- Switch mount: Silver alloy
- Responsiveness: 2mm (4mm to bottom)
- Cable length: 1.8m (braided & shielded)
- Laser etched keycaps + UV coating
- Audio & Microphone Jack
- DC-IN Jack (5V,2.5A) (+ / -)
- USB 2.0 Hub * 2
- Media function buttons
- 1000Hz Ultra-Polling Rate
The Hermes, as we can say, is one of the best gaming keyboard we have ever tested. The keyboard itself claimed a number of gold rewards from different tech sites. Gamdias futher enchance this keyboard by equipping it with their own Gamdias element.
Technical Speficiations
- GAMDIAS Element increases clicking speed by 20% and reduces keyboard clanking noise
- Fully mechanical keyboard with Cherry MX Blue switches with 50 million click life cycle
- 32-bits ARM Cortex premium micro-processor offers superior computing performance
- 512KB on-board memory for keys and profile assignments
- 13 additional macro keys
- Anti-ghosting with full N-key roll over
- On-the-fly macro recording
- Ergonomically designed wrist rest magnetically attaches to keyboard for gaming comfort
- Wrist rest doubles as a protective cover when keyboard is not in use
- Windows key lock during In-Game mode
- Built-in USB pass through port with additional earphone and microphone jacks for quick peripheral access
- Military grade braided cable with Gold-plated USB connector
- Designed for right and left handed gamers.
3. Mad Catz Strike 7
The Mad Catz Strike 7 keyboard looks like a futuristic weapon and is as menacing as the computer mouse of the same name. It has a full metal chassis that sits below the keys and TFT LCD touchscreen display used to customise the backlighting and for TeamSpeak ─ a variety of useful tasks. What makes the Strike 7 special is its ability to customise its layout.
Technical Speficiations
- Main Keyboard Module
- Control Module TFT-LCD with 2 High-Speed USB Ports
- Macro Key (Function Strip) Module
- Number Pad Module
- 3 Palm/Wrist Rests
- Additional Key Caps with Removal Tool
- Adjustment Tool
- 3 Keyboard Link Cables
- AC Adapter
- 6 Connector Screws
2. Razer Blackwidow Chroma
The Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Chroma certainly doesn’t disappoint. With standard mechanical switches the actuation point is 2.2mm (0.7mm reset), but the Razer Mechanical switches offer this at 1.9mm (0.4mm reset). Does this really make a difference? I honestly don’t know but this keyboard is worth every penny.
Technical Specifications
- Macro Keys: 5
- Key Switch Type: Razer Mechanical 50g Actuation Force Switch
- Anti-ghosting: Up to 10 keys
- Key Strokes: 60 Million
- Interface: USB-Passthrough
- Cable Type: Braided fiber cable
- Case Colour: Black
- Backlighting: Chroma backlighting with 16.8 million customizable colour options
- Audio Ports: 2 x 3.5mm Jacks ( Headphones and Microphone)
- Product Width: 475mm
- Product Length: 171mm
- Product Height: 39mm
- Product Weight: 1.50Kg
1. Corsair K95 RGB
Another one for the hardcore gamer from Corsair. The Vengeance k95 looks just as good as the k70, with brushed aluminium giving it a sleek and classy look. With it’s anti-ghosting Cherry MX mechanical key switches and now with RGB support for your night gaming sessions.
Technical Specifications
http://www.corsair.com/en/landing/k95-rgb
There goes our quick list of our top picks for 2014’s best gaming keyboards. Note that these are our personal choices and do not consider price in the overall tally. That said, I’m pretty sure you all have your own votes so share with us your picks for top gaming keyboards.
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CD-R KING!
DELUX #FTW!
INTEX!
#pisonetgaming
Sa pru-gemeng nga ser A4tech sila.
CD-R KING!
kasama ba dito ung pinakamamahal kong CD-r king?
mahal mo ba talaga?
joke lang hahaha …gusto ko sa list ung tesoro kaso wala parin ata sa pinas nun e
ay ay ay di alam nung isa dito nilalakad ko yan ng palihim :3
balitaan niyo kami pag meron na nyan satin haha ^_^
hahahah
kasama ba dito ung pinakamamahal kong CD-r king?
mahal mo ba talaga?
joke lang hahaha …gusto ko sa list ung tesoro kaso wala parin ata sa pinas nun e
ay ay ay di alam nung isa dito nilalakad ko yan ng palihim :3
balitaan niyo kami pag meron na nyan satin haha ^_^
bought razer blackwidow chroma regalo kay kumander, di nya trip ang corsair k95rgb which sabi ko masmatibay yun kesa sa razer
Anong key variant? Razer orange or razer green?
green
razer’s cherry blue clones. how’s the chroma going along? not sure about pero i’ve had two BWUs (1st release) and their LEDs died died died
mas vibrant ang kulay kesa sa k95rbg, ang downside medyo kakaiba yung tunog sa normal cherry mx brown at red. tsaka di na kelangan ng tulong ko pag kelangan nyang customize yung ilaw. pero sana tumagal kasi nakakatakot ngayon ang razer madaling masira 🙁
Yan lang din nagging issue ko sa razer. Oks naman overall pero ung durability is laging in question. Sucks kasi Logitech and Corsair both offer 2-3 year warranties.
bought razer blackwidow chroma regalo kay kumander, di nya trip ang corsair k95rgb which sabi ko masmatibay yun kesa sa razer
Anong key variant? Razer orange or razer green?
green
razer’s cherry blue clones. how’s the chroma going along? not sure about pero i’ve had two BWUs (1st release) and their LEDs died died died
mas vibrant ang kulay kesa sa k95rbg, ang downside medyo kakaiba yung tunog sa normal cherry mx brown at red. tsaka di na kelangan ng tulong ko pag kelangan nyang customize yung ilaw. pero sana tumagal kasi nakakatakot ngayon ang razer madaling masira 🙁
Yan lang din nagging issue ko sa razer. Oks naman overall pero ung durability is laging in question. Sucks kasi Logitech and Corsair both offer 2-3 year warranties.
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