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Best Cherry MX Switch And Keyboard For 50% Typing, 50% Gaming

Jrv01
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Hi, I would like to know what the best switch and keyboard for me would be... I really like the Corsair K95, but it has Reds and I prefer Blues... I've tried Blues and Blacks in a shop (Razer Blackwidow Ultimate and Steelseries 6GV2). And I wasn't too impressed by the Blacks, but if Reds would work for typing then please could you lead me to the best direction.

 

 

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I would highly recommend buying a sampler kit from WASD keyboards. Then you can make a decision for yourself.

I love browns for both gaming and typing, but that's just my preference.

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Did you like how "light" the blues were, and prefer linear, go for reds. 
Otherwise blue

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I'd go with blues or reds.

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Browns. The best in between. Has a light tactile bump while still being light enough for fast keypresses.

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Browns. But I prefer blue's for typing and gaming

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I really like the weight of the Blues, but it seems like the best keyboards are equipped with Cherry MX Reds... Or at least the coolest ones in my opinion. I would just like to know if Reds are ANY good at typing because of the linear feel. I mean is it going to make you a faster typer compared to a membrane or rubber dome keyboard.

 

 

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BROWNS! But keep in mind every reply on this thread is subject to personal opinion.

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I'd say Browns. Basically every switch except Black will give you nice typing experience, altough Blues, the best typing switches are believed to be bad for gaming.

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I'd say Browns. Basically every switch except Black will give you nice typing experience, altough Blues, the best typing switches are believed to be bad for gaming.

 

Just pressing some WASD keys at the shop didn't feel too bad for me... But I know that it wasn't your opinion (or was it  :blink: ) so that's just my opinion.

 

 

 

BROWNS! But keep in mind every reply on this thread is subject to personal opinion.

 

Yeah, it's definitely the preference of people that can make them have the perfect switch... I think that by looking at people's posts it'll be browns like everybody has suggested. Just gotta find a cool keyboard that has them. Maybe that could be my next question :)

 

 

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Best switches for typing and gaming are the ones you like best =P

 

Get a sampler kit from WASD or Cooler Master and try them. You'll get a refund on the sampler from CM if you order a CM keyboard after.

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Best switches for typing and gaming are the ones you like best =P

 

Get a sampler kit from WASD or Cooler Master and try them. You'll get a refund on the sampler from CM if you order a CM keyboard after.

 

Wow, thanks for letting me know! I pretty much know that it'll be browns, since those were almost my first option after I tried the blues. Hey, a swiss guy here eh? Nice to see some neighbors :)

 

 

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Wow, thanks for letting me know! I pretty much know that it'll be browns, since those were almost my first option after I tried the blues. Hey, a swiss guy here eh? Nice to see some neighbors :)

 

 

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Np ^^

You might want to contact CM about the sampler refund. Depending on where you are located. ^^

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So, what would you guys say is the best mechanical keyboard out there. Preferably with Cherry MX Browns, Blues are okay but it seems like Browns are the way to go. I really like the Das Keyboard, but it doesn't have backlighting which would be a cool feature but not a must have. The Corsair K95 only comes with Reds (noooo!!!!!). So what do you think?

 

 

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Oh, and just to add to my post, I right now type around 100 wpm with a rubber dome keyboard. I wonder how much my speed would rise?

 

 

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So, what would you guys say is the best mechanical keyboard out there. Preferably with Cherry MX Browns, Blues are okay but it seems like Browns are the way to go. I really like the Das Keyboard, but it doesn't have backlighting which would be a cool feature but not a must have. The Corsair K95 only comes with Reds (noooo!!!!!). So what do you think?

 

 

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My brother recently got the Logitech G710+. Brown Switches, media keys, white backlight on all keys, o-rings preapplied [if you don't like them, you can simply remove then ^^] Very very nice keyboard.

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Blues are best for typing IMO..I love my blue switches..

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Thanks, not a huge fan of Logitech keyboards so might not be the best option for me... Thanks a lot still though!

 

 

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Blues are best for typing IMO..I love my blue switches..

 

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No doubt, I can perfectly understand what you are saying :P

 

 

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I have a cooler master TK and it's a great keyboard.
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Anybody have other recommendations for a good mechanical keyboard? I would like to get as much information as possible :P

 

 

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I am using red and they are for sure not good for typing. But if u r a pro typist like 100 or more wpm then u can consider red. But me being below average I would say brown. The Basic problem with red is that they can be pressed easily so u tend to make more mistakes. IMO Blues are great for typing only and browns are like in the center of red and blue. Though I would suggest u to try them out personally because everyone have different requirements. For me the looks and feel of keyboard are important because all I do is gaming surfing and movies on my PC so I went with Corsair K70.

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It's the keyboard AND the keyswitches. Something Like the Gamdias hermes, which has light blue key switches (sometimes I gotta thank Linus for showing me the American market's tech) so you need to look into that. It all comes down to you and what you like. For me, I have pretty thick and strong fingers, so blues are ideal; but my sister needs reds. It comes down to you and your stature.

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I am using red and they are for sure not good for typing. But if u r a pro typist like 100 or more wpm then u can consider red. But me being below average I would say brown. The Basic problem with red is that they can be pressed easily so u tend to make more mistakes. IMO Blues are great for typing only and browns are like in the center of red and blue. Though I would suggest u to try them out personally because everyone have different requirements. For me the looks and feel of keyboard are important because all I do is gaming surfing and movies on my PC so I went with Corsair K70.

 

I've heard that since the Reds are so easy to press, they should make you quicker... BTW, I do type over 100 WPM so it could be an option :P

 

 

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