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What do you guys recommend for gaming keyboard TKL or full sized board?

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full sized if you use the numpad

tkl if you don't

 

simple as that.

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5 minutes ago, themctipers said:

full sized if you use the numpad

tkl if you don't

 

simple as that.

Numeric pad requires games like GTA 5 plane, Arma 3. etc. 

 

Really numpad is important for games?

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1 minute ago, Guanzo said:

Numeric pad requires games like GTA 5 plane, Arma 3. etc. 

 

Really numpad is important for games?

you can always rebind in options

 

i don't feel like it is important for most gamers, but I just prefer using a numpad as I can type numbers easier and faster, and part of my password too.

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I'd go full size, there's always more use for more keys and you can assign shortcuts/macros to the numpad if you want to. TKL only serves to limit you and it's only if you really want to conserve desk space or think it's aesthetically pleasing. 

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27 minutes ago, Guanzo said:

What do you guys recommend for gaming keyboard TKL or full sized board?

It's mostly a preference thing. I prefer my Corsair k63 TKL because it saves desk space, and improves ergonomics.  However there are definitely more options out there for full sized boards. Not to mention full sized boards usually have more features.

 

If you want my opinion, I say go with a TKL. But please, do your research, and maybe try out a TKL at a store near you.

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Just now, Attona said:

It's mostly a preference thing. I prefer my Corsair k63 TKL because it saves desk space, and improves ergonomics.  However there are definitely more options out there for full sized boards. Not to mention full sized boards usually have more features.

 

If you want my opinion, I say go with a TKL. But please, do your research, and maybe try out a TKL at a store near you.

I liked Corsair K65 Rapidfire board but price is more than K70... 

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2 minutes ago, Guanzo said:

I liked Corsair K65 Rapidfire board but price is more than K70... 

Pricing is a downside for TKL keyboards, because you're basically spending more to get less. However, if you're willing to spend the extra money, I'd say it's worth it.

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The ultimate layout is the nav less, like the master keys M. You get everything from a full size board in just a tiny bit more space than a TKL. I really can't see myself using a TKL over a navless tbh

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I never used my numpad, which is why I went for a TKL board. Leaves more room for my mouse too.

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I wanted to try out the Wooting One's so called analog keys, but was afraid I'd miss my num-pad so I kept my old keyboard close by - for a time.

Turned out I could easily live without it.

(GTA V can be remapped to Ho, De, En, PgD if needed)

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I use my numpad, but never for games. I like full size boards myself. Cheaper, fuller features and I can't live without a numpad.

 

If you don't use it though, get a TKL. Marginally better ergonomically.

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