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What switch type to buy?

Bluebeano
By Bluebeano
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I was looking at buying a Gigabyte Force K83 but my friend @NinjaJc01 said that the MX Reds might not be the best switch type for me. I just want a reasonably priced keyboard that's good for gaming and has a satisfying clack to it when I type or game. Anything within £20-ish of the Gigabyte I can do really. Anyone care to weigh in on what type of switch or what keyboard to buy? Many thanks

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Well the MX Reds are linear so there is no click or clack mid travell, the only sound is when you bottom out.

 

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MX reds aren't mechanical (they technically are) and aren't worth the price. You're better off buying a membrane keyboard if you're interested in a linear switch. Brown and Blue are the only mechanical switches worth getting. 

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You should go to a store and try a couple types out. Some people love the heavyness of a Black, some hate the clickyness of the Blue, etc. etc.

If you give some more info on what you like and don't like (and what you play) I could maybe give a recommendation.

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We can't surely say what switch you like

 

since from me reading your mind you don't even know yourself..

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Romer G is quite interesting as well.

Don't forget to "Quote" when replying so we can see it. 

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9 hours ago, RyGuy99 said:

MX reds aren't mechanical (they technically are) and aren't worth the price. You're better off buying a membrane keyboard if you're interested in a linear switch. Brown and Blue are the only mechanical switches worth getting. 

but membrane keys dont have the linear force like reds and blacks. Im not a huge fan of the other switches or membrane keys because they are hard and then they buckle when enough  force is applied. membrane keys are anything but linear.

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i suggest going to your local store and testing the switches they have there, or get a switch tester. it depends on whether you're gaming or typing.

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