NZXT Function Keyboard Review! The Good, Bad & UGLY.

[@AntonPogonin]

"A full size for people still living in the 90's." Lol, why you gotta roast us like that Frank.

[@ChelseaOBryan]

I'm full-size since I also have a work setup baked into my complete setup (KVM and whatnot). I make good use of the number pad and function keys, and it balances out my 49 inch super-ultrawide and 80 inch wide desk nicely :)

[@SakFPS]

Goals

[@crusadersex]

@Adolf Hitler but frank did ask mr. main character of life

[@naebus6919]

I expected something similar to GMMK, but my expectations fell apart once I saw this keyboard. I was hoping for something high standard from Nzxt, but instead they just made a cheap low quality keyboard But the mouse was decent, though it still has some input lag compared to other competitors.

[@dlsygaco]

Mouse looked okay but its still trash. Not your normal input lag on that one

[@codyeakinsbradley]

"High standard". The one's who haven't learned how to make a case that doesn't suck with airflow and don't add anything to the next iteration of the case? Those high standards? The same high standards that chocked off m.2 airflow of their mobo? The one's that when they announced a new case with airflow in mind they added a screen in the front? The only thing they have going for them is minimalism. And they can't even do that well without causing fires. The puck they have for headphones is good

[@mikeyhope7577]

Nzxt can’t even make a case that has good airflow or doesn’t catch on fire. Idk what high standards you were expecting.

[@GalacticBlader]

Oh shit the fuck up it’s a nice ass keyboard! What can you build a better board and mass produce it?

[@codyeakinsbradley]

There are boards out there with better build quality for the same price. By the time you put money and effort into making the experience better you could of built one for cheaper and to the spec you want. You don't have to be an enthusiast to build a better board. As far as mass production, anyone with the heart could out perform this board.

[@phero6933]

1800 keyboards have been growing on me lately. Really nice to have a numpad but still a smaller footprint than a standard full size

[@jkang1009]

any suggestions? i been looking for one for work other than the keychron k4 and rk100?

[@Tirth-Patel]

Yeah Phero but i cant find someone asking this so shut your damm mouth

[@andrewchiappetta1262]

@@jkang1009 If you’re willing to build a custom, the Melody96 from YMDK is quite nice

[@cloudydotnet7628]

@@jkang1009 fl980 , dareu98

[@user-lv6rn9cf8m]

I think it's more about having the mouse to the right closer to the keyboard, making your posture better. So for me, 65% keyboard-mouse-external numpad.

[@_ExTitus]

75% is my favorite size for a desk but 65% is my favorite size for travel. If I didn't have a couple of games that needed lots of keybinds then I would be pretty hard committed to a 65% at all times.

[@gail_blue]

I'm a tkl with a usb numpad. I like the tkl + numpad combo, except it works best when you have a numpad with a detachable cable, and a tkl kb with a usb port, and both can be hard to find. Being able to move the numpad to left or get rid of it entirely is a really nice feature.

[@hadifelani]

So you are a sentient keyboard?

[@YarakaOfficial]

Very good review man. Love the honesty shown here. I agree with your points made here. As for my preferred kbd size, I would have to go with full size actually. I cannot live without the numpad I use it too often

[@tbow9848]

i have the ten keyless, and their new mouse. i have zero issues, i find the price fine tbh... ive been using pc for over 10 years now, and this has by far been my favorite mouse and keyboard

[@BroderickPierce]

“Full if you’re still in the 90s” 😩 I need that num pad for work!! Any full sized you’d recommend that aren’t…a mess? I’ve looked at separate num pads to use in addition to a TKL or something but am kind of at a loss and have given up at this point haha

[@omprakashsahu4798]

there is literally no reason to go full size if you really need the Numpad go for 1800 layout.

[@her3tic67]

Odin by KBDfans or the Stacked1800 by Cannonkeys

[@BroderickPierce]

@@omprakashsahu4798 thanks!

[@BroderickPierce]

@@her3tic67 thank you! 🙌🏼

[@BuildingDR]

for your situation id look into 96% keyboards, a good one i can recommend is the keychron k4

[@CrampavanAdventures]

I watched your video about 2 months back as a review for this keyboard. You where the reason I decided to spend my money on this and I am very glad I did. This keyboards build quality, Switch quality and the sound of the keys sound very premium. I have been through quite a few keyboards in my time with computers and its normally a switch goes or some feature of the board. This keyboard every part is basically replaceable meaning you buy this once and you'd never need to buy another again. Would honestly recommend this keyboard to anyone!

[@asgerdunn3461]

I do believe that the “NZXT” button is there to launch the application “NZXT cam”, but I’m not sure, I’ve seen many gaming laptops with keyboards that have a key containing there logo, when pressed on launches there gaming suite. Perhaps it’s that? Anyways keep up the great work Frank, love your content especially your filming techniques. 🔥

[@caynepandan2240]

Wasn't expecting a your mom joke at the intro, well played.

[@TyBWN]

I gotta ask what that wallpaper you were using. Too clean 😍😍

[@OliverPewPewPew]

oh god! This is the answer to my prayers! This is exactly the keyboard that I want, compact TKL, flat base, no beveled edges!

[@The_Linux_User]

I just love 75%, you don't really lose out on any keys but it is still smaller than TKL

[@bronyraur661]

I appreciate the commitment to your mom. Truly has caused me to look for it every video now

[@hyperawesomedude6344]

I am a 75% man, recently picked up a Tofu84 with gat ink black v2s and I LOVE it.

[@yeahitsyieh]

Personally I think the remapping UI is pretty straightforward and user-friendly. Yeah, it's a bit of a hassle to havta drag and drop to remap, but it seems intuitive and it prevents the problem of losing a key to the abyss if you remapped it and want it back. For example, going with your suggestion of clicking on a key, and then pressing the remap to remap it, if I remap my Esc key to just be another letter X key, well how do I remap something to Esc now since my Esc key has been remapped to X? You could reset everything back to the original for just the purpose of remapping, but what if I switched out my keycaps to match my remapping, then I'm not necessarily going to remember the old default mapping.

[@dorayaki5494]

60% is my favourite no doubt. Once you get used to it it's pretty rad. I'm using the HyperX Alloy Origins w/ Red Switches.

[@papapk6711]

I used to be a sixty persent guy but now i love the tlk

[@gdadhd4775]

i use a full hyperx alloy origins with reds. actually a really good option considering my desk size but it’s a bitch to lube or mod

[@goldnx]

Appreciate that you’re not afraid to bring the heat. Exposure like this makes consumers have a better experience. Real one.

[@mattgibbia2692]

I'm really into full size but with the numpad on the left side or removable (Everest max) nice to have the buttons without losing mouse space

[@AdamPreset]

I took a shot every time you mentioned the build program and I’m dead now.

My main preference is no doubt, FULL-SIZE keyboard since I use numpad A LOT for my gaming and works. Of course, more sizes are welcomed for me to try with.

[@kiwislayr]

if you ever get a chance try a 60% keyboard its honestly really fun to use my only gripe is a chose yellow switches so its why too sensitive

[@jnaw4345]

Luv ur vids frank so glad ur back

[@justicewonder]

I'm still living in the 90s, full size. I've found when I use a smaller size in my personal time and then go into work and use the assigned keyboard it takes me a couple hours of that Monday trying to adapt again to the size.

[@TeeJ26]

I've been on the Arisu layout of late. Just built my Atlas65 over the weekend. Loving the mirrored, purple acrylic

[@vconc3pt]

I'm honestly only a fan of the mini TKL through the BLD program, just for the colors, but there is always room for improvement. The audio adjustment roller on the left side is a new thing, but people may like it!

[@toddhudson9653]

Full size keyboard for me. As I'm a gamer from the 80's 😁

[@Rulusto]

Well appareantly i live in the 90s, i have a full size because i use it for CAD work and that numpad is much easier and faster to use than the numbers row when you have to input a lot of numbers.

[@mintgaming9198]

80% is my go to, I need a function row for gaming and the home row is nice. But it almost provides the small footprint of a 65%.

[@zomb1eflash3]

I like full-sized keyboards mainly because I stream and I use the numpad as my stream deck pretty much, I have it setup to switch scenes and start or stop the stream. I even have my instant replay and screen shot button on it. My discord mute and deafen is also on there. So I use a full size numpad as macro keys

[@Sweet-Vermouth]

65% or mini TKL is perfect for me. I typically use only the 40% part of the 65% keyboards for work related typing with both hands on the keyboard but it's nice to have dedicated keys for when I don't have both hands on the keyboard, like when I'm watching KZbin videos or just browsing web pages.

[@chawdaddychez3769]

great review, I'm a sucker for a full-sized right shift key on a mini keyboard

[@oscarmuhammad4072]

I like full all the way for my main machines and coding. TKL works great for my HTPC (home theatre PC). Although I also use a full size Logitech 613 (had it and love the Logitech's mechanical key feel a bit heavy though) in the bedroom's HTPC along with a TKL.. I also find full size keyboard, in particular Logitech G915, not an incumbrance when gaming.

[@wilferd]

65% FTW :) Maybe see if you can review the upcoming QK65, made by the same people who make your Jelly Epoch, but a budget friendly version that's cheaper than any of these high end gaming keebs.

[@goldiepr]

Frank have you heard of Mistel? I recently purchased the orca split keyboard from them and the split functionality for gaming is a game changer !

[@mayae5438]

Hello. if the NZXT cam is asking me to firmware update do I have to do it? will it cause any harm to the rest of the pc? I've never done this and just wanted to be careful by asking.

[@mykethelabrawolf6167]

65% gang over here! Rocking the Keychron K6 w/ Khail Box Burnt Oranges (work) and the ROG Falchion w/ Cherry Reds (play).

[@xotechnology1161]

Hey frank, hope your having a good day. Keep up the good job, and I enjoyed the video!

[@miki-vn7nt]

are u sure bc you cant watch it in 3 minutes

[@SchmooglyBoo]

@@miki-vn7nt deadass

[@xotechnology1161]

@@miki-vn7nt happy you said that, I more ment im enjoying it so far 😁

[@miki-vn7nt]

@@xotechnology1161 😐

[@roberttakacs19]

RandomFrankP please please tell me what's the name of the live steam wallpaper you're using!? I love it! 😃👍⭐ Good video by the way... The stabilizers yikes!!! Really bad I agree. I work in retail but I can not recommend this keyboard for many reasons...

[@MXJavierr]

would you recommend a custom keyboard for that price?

[@wongobongo]

I like 65% and 75% layouts as long as they have blockers. I am not into compact board. I like the way boards with blockers look and I find them easier to use.

[@Suirano]

I personally like full only cause of the various programs I use and games I play that the numpad just adds extra keys for various functions. In any other instance, TKL is perferred.

[@vishnushankartripathi450]

As a programmer I can't even imagine my work without the numpad. beside having more options is always nice🙂

[@theperfectionist1607]

What's up with the mic quality when you showed the software? Otherwise a good video and review

[@dmg04158]

That dedicated NZXT key was F14. That was quite useful playing some games.

[@friedapplejuice]

75% is my favourite layout. Not really missing anything. TKL is an incredibly close second

[@benrboss]

The stabilized keys sound like that one old dell mechanical keyboard from the early 2000’s that everyone seemed to have.

[@BokehhBob]

1800 is the goated layout. Fullsize function, TKL size.

[@mushy6296]

"The Good, Bad & UGLY." i like the reference to the movie

[@HandturnedByDavid]

1800 Keyboard FTW. Started using t his layout because I need a numpad for work.

[@AssassinKID]

NZXT keyboard and EVGA x17 mouse are the most disappointing releases by big brand names that are trying to get into peripherals market imo.

[@Meatsweats_o_O]

yeah EVGA screwed up bigtime with their keebs and mice.

[@nathansuss]

Full keyboards are nice from streaming you can use the numpad keys for a bunch of hotkeys instead of a stream deck

[@ieebz824]

I'll stick with my epomaker ep84. And I would recommend it for anyone who wants a smaller keyboard for under $100

[@sixoclock4436]

i like my SF keyboards. i'm rocking the Ducky One 2 SF rn, and it is by far the best keyboard i've ever owned.

[@roywatling3856]

Honest and to the point, thats why I subscribe !

[@matiitv1861]

0:28 HEY you take that back

[@thatvatooverthere8188]

65 has quickly become my favorite after getting into the custom community

[@vxx.jonathan]

Realy nice, I like the 60% keyboards most. And NZXT is soo sick!!!

[@eyuhn2981]

I've been loving 65% the last few months, recently build a 65. My mute on Discord is mapped to F8, but that's what fn is for.

[@BaxTechYT]

I'm a compact boi. Perfect size for gaming and still having all the keys I need for editing

[@Esgwt]

Where can i find that moving pc-background? It looks amazing af

[@martis843]

What's the track name playing in the background? description says it's by Esbe but I couldn't find it in their bandcamp

[@rodrigovalerio9548]

I prefer a full layout keyboard, need my num pad lol... Also, saw that scrambled Ghost cube over there, nice!

[@riceshakes]

that typing test is giving me motion sickness from the camera movement lol

[@Maklowic]

Is there any chance you’ll review new keychron K8 Pro before the campaign ends?

[@jarekboilo]

I'm a college prof so full size keyboard. I always need those number pads on the right. Specially when I'm computing and encoding grades.

[@nikp8418]

I am a 60% fan boy, stuck in a 90s finance world, with the need for a num pad. Rocking a gk96, so it's at least palatable.

[@evilminion8825]

Is the Ducky One 2 Mini still a relevant keyboard?

[@scoobforshort]

Frank you can't keep making these jokes about our moms man, c'mon.... I can't stop laughing.

[@zelnyte]

the mini TKL looks kinda lit ngl, since I'm a big fan of 75% layout, mini TKL looks like the next gen of 75%

[@V1N_574]

I'm a full size kind of guy, mainly cus I do design in my computer and that numpad is essential.

[@bk_Syndicate_FL850KH]

Full+Macro for Workstation, TKL + GamePad for gaming more mouse Space

[@northwestclasspnw7974]

I like the TKL format. But whatever you call GMMK Pro's layout is my preference. Pretty much the same as the mini tkl. I like having access to F1-F12 and reassigning del, end, pg up and such to macros

[@thegamerboy1000]

I think for the Pro it would be considered a 75% layout from similar that I've seen online. But I agree I really love the size of the Pro as it's such a perfect fit for me.

[@sheerscovers5058]

Went from 60% to full. When not in heavy gaming having all the buttons is fun. Although it's 3x the size.

[@juhaojanpaa]

After they've updated and fixed most of the issues and cons I might get the Tenkeyless version (white) and buy a keycap sets for it. They need to make a version with Nordic Layout though

[@l337pwnage]

anyone know if you still have to have the software running after you have remapped a keyboard?

[@uniseft_alchor]

how would the feel of this compare to the original pewdiepie keyboard, my friend has one and i prefer it far better than mine, but idk if im ready to comit to 60%

[@logancriss]

Full size is pretty much the ONLY option for those needing to do CAD and work based applications, depending on the job and application. I like a compact Tenkeyless at home (Keychron k2) but wouldn't be against a larger 75% layout depending on desk space.

[@KasparL]

full keyboard is definitely an necessity for anyone that has to do any work that would involve any numbers , it's not 90s

[@Lord_Mad_Dog]

i love my fullsize boards since i use basically all my keys. i can forego the fn row if i can remap my normal num row to the fn row but i need a numpad. bonus points if its southpaw or the board has a usb passthrough so i can connect a numpad to it if i want to. kinda why the everest is still my go to. if a company did a "minitkl" with a southpaw numpad option i would be all over that though for sure, especially if the software is good

[@strooooble]

I like the full size boards because I need the num pad for gaming.

[@worldofjoseup]

I think these were made to be bundled with their BLD PCs. For products that you would get with their BLD PCs, these are really good. Obviously these are not good keyboards, and the mouse is pretty average, but these are extremely good for starting peripherals. However, HP might have the upper hand if they start using HyperX peripherals with their PCs.

[@Ray.F]

I am bouncing between 65% and 75% but I am leaning more towards 75% as the best midlde ground between size and functionality. Keep the arrow keys + function rows + some nav keys, all in a rather small form factor. What's not to like? Currently rocking a modded ID80 v1 with JWICK T1s as my daily.

[@sugardarling9946]

mine is an older membrane LG915 with 18G macro keys (essentially a whole other num pad). larger than full keyboard standard. it's antique

[@chrisgreen7725]

TKLs are fine but anything more compact or laptops suck because I want to seamlessly hop from computer to computer and be proficient without needing to relearn a funky layout.

[@TheWkd111]

I think you missed the boat here as did NZXT, you can't complain about the upgrade to black ink if you compare to something like the GMMK Oro at $160 you don't get keycaps and switches... So compare apples to apples, (order with the basic and it is still $120) take the switches and caps out of the equation and look at the build quality. Maybe get the base of each add the same parts and look at those differences. I would argue that this puts them in line with other starter customs and yes if you don't want to do any of the work then you will pay the $$$/hr to have them build it. You can't review the quality one way and then turn around and change the perspective, it is either a custom or a custom pre-built.

[@bigpuffa]

Huntsman mini has had me in live with 60% layouts ever since

[@bu3skoor77]

Full size baby, the numpad is essential for me

[@vernoningram5421]

65% + left side macro pad is the way

[@bpindel]

4 months later, they dropped the price of the boards but increased prices elsewhere... $20 for cables, $90 for Gateron Ink, $20 for custom keycaps..

[@oliverschjeldahl5776]

200 plus for a keyboard that isn't really up to date is not a good deal at all. Thanks for your hard work!

[@mrfrost9477]

the your mom joke' are hilarious it reminds me of bo1

[@tsenohebot4853]

60% is my go to keyboard size, 75% anything above that seems idk just big and I prefer having more space on my desk

[@christianwolthuis1285]

glad to see the team at nzxt could make a great product in this industry. they might not be really sure of the industry standards and the consumer base's wants or needs, but the functionality of their keyboard was really impressive. they really clicked all the boxes and that tiny scroller would be so damn useful. excited to see how things develop in the keyboard world in the next few years, mind you Im one of the poor souls who hopped on the nk65 just to see things explode in my face LMAO lets do this shit

[@christianwolthuis1285]

ah shit i typed this before i finished the video holy cow that price and software :| well at least how they know what to work on

[@thegoodthingz]

I like full version with num pad and extra buttons

[@MWKRider]

Honestly it depends but I tend to lean towards either 65% and 75%. I just ordered a Iqunix og80 which I guess will be my first 80% which basically is a 75%? Honestly not sure lol.

[@kwoky6020]

Wasn't expecting my mom there

[@ElTeeger]

96% keyboard are my favorite. Smaller footprint than a full size but has a keypad which I love having.

[@Tirth-Patel]

I love having your mom

[@MWKRider]

96% honestly feels great. Probably will pick up one of Iqunix's 96% one of these days.

[@Tirth-Patel]

@@MWKRider su

[@Grim0]

Finelly a geniune review from you, some stuff you really dont like. Keep it up!!!!

[@senpaitho]

We just not gonna mention the "ur mom" at the beginning? 😂