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Best Keyboard for $50?

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Dear TechTippers,

 

Just what it says on the tin. $50 is what I'm aiming for, but can go up to $60. Of course, I'm happy to save a buck if I can, but in the world of keyboards, I know I'm far from getting the best.

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Full? TKL? 60%?

 

Switch preference?

 

 

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I have this one but the version that has both BT and 2.4 (this one only has BT, and ofc wired). It's a great little keyboard and very cheap. Only downside is that the keycaps wear out quickly because they're abs, but it's not a major problem.

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i got the msi gk50 full for 44$, great low profile mechanical keyboard for the price imo. knowing what you are using the keyboard for would help though.

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K55 RGB is what I use and honestly like a lot. IIRC I got it for $50 from my local walmart. 

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2 hours ago, Middcore said:

Full? TKL? 60%?

 

Switch preference?

Right, right. TKL would be ideal, I think, though 60% would work. Not a lot of desk space. As for switches, I'm looking for something on the quieter side, to be considerate to others in the house. I've had a good experience with Cherry Silents, but I haven't seen them at this price point.

 

2 hours ago, bmx6454 said:

knowing what you are using the keyboard for would help though.

Strictly gaming.

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