Awesome Gaming Keyboards Under $100!

[@stickman9726]

TIMESTAMPS: 0:59 Tecware Spectre Pro 3:07 GK61S Keyboard 5:10 Ajazz K620T 7:24 Keychron K2 9:38 Womier K87 11:45 Fnatic miniSTRAK 13:51 Every keyboard sound test

[@coflii]

Thank you for this

[@chell6022]

Thank you

[@stickman9726]

U Guys are welcome :D

[@DeltaModelX]

gk61 is unusuable because its 60% ajazz is unusable because its 60% keychron is best tecware spectre is good value fnatic is good wormier is bad because its ugly (it would have looked fine if it was 65% in the end, either go with one of these or a custom you can get a custom for like 150 or less if you look for value

[@ItssMitch]

@@DeltaModelX they're all good keyboards. 60% doesn't make it unusable.

[@MykeBinaryMan]

The Slot on the Ajazz keyboard would be perfect for gummy bears. Every time you get a headshot kill in a fps game you get one gummy.

[@alexanderrasmussen2960]

Tanqr is gonna be fat

[@seise316]

@@alexanderrasmussen2960 lmao

[@93ksj]

Lmfao

[@monkemonkepoopoo]

@@alexanderrasmussen2960 especially castlers

[@alexanderrasmussen2960]

@@monkemonkepoopoo True and Nice profil pic

[@HipyoTech]

No one: Frank: RECTANGLE TIME WOO HOO

[@sgdumpling9568]

Custom >

[@pug240]

Scooby

[@Anthony-ff9mj]

hi dad

[@nohtso]

Keyboard

[@jab1]

Hello keyboard man

[@flammerz1938]

I bought the womier a few weeks ago and I love the rgb, it looks even better in person than it does in the video.

[@sweetandsour6521]

If only the cable was on the left side that’s the only reason I didn’t get it

[@kingclassified8503]

@@sweetandsour6521 bruh cmon now. You can’t pass up that keyboard for the cable not being on the left

[@sweetandsour6521]

@@kingclassified8503 ik I’m silly idk I got the apex pro and it was too much rgb

[@Philwastakenfromme]

@@sweetandsour6521 Apex Pro is a great choice! Don't feel bad about it, it's way better than the womier for gaming although the aesthetic may not be as good

[@sweetandsour6521]

@@Philwastakenfromme for me the aesthetic is better the sleek black aluminum yaaaa i would get the other one and mod it though apex has bad stabs and ya cant really mod them

[@Furk38]

The tray would be perfect for streamers using a tablet or phone to moderate chat and look at their stream

[@mattwhit02]

genius

[@huh01]

Second monitor still superior to me

[@Tjay07]

@@huh01 well ofc but not everyone has the luxury of having a 2nd monitor since a lot of people that are getting into streaming are on the younger side

[@davidtheunderdog]

I literally just commented this from my perspective without even reading your comment 😅

[@kahki2704]

@@huh01 Reading the chat off a phone can save space though as your not having a whole second monitor taking up space.

[@reenzsmith3357]

I have the Spectre Pro. it's quite amazing for the price tbh. Would totally recommend. There's no rattle in the spacebar or metallic ping like older reviews had.

[@autotropicplaybench1819]

Interesting.. I bought mine in April this year with Outemu Reds and the space bar was rattly and pingy still. Maybe they had improved batches or I lucked out. But yeah still, you get what you pay for at quite a low price. Sure, it won't sound good compared to any keeb with lubed stabilizers and switches if compared at stock, but for the price and what they are they're not meant to be compared even on a tight budget - but for entry level use it works well as a full sized keeb and the side and per key RGB lighting is tasteful. And you can even do hotswap albeit Outemu switches only which is limiting, but at least it can give some practice when eventually finding more keyboards with even more switch support. Also, I'd say that compared to the rest of the more costly Razer/Corsair mainstream gaming keyboards specifically, the Spectre Pro is more valuable imo

[@12345678946513]

For anyone interested in the Tecware keyboard, do note that the hotswap sockets can also accomodate Akko & Gazzew switches without any modifications needed to the switch pins :)

[@Mephist0pheIes]

Also comes with foam stock

[@nextgenathletespods]

Def thought the HyperX alloy origins core tkl would be here. I have it and it’s an amazing keyboard. The rgb is fantastic and both the Red and aqua switches feel so good. Definitely worth the price of $90!

[@ericbaker8807]

Same. I also have the Alloy Origins core with the aqua switches. I love it and am surprised it's not on here

[@swallowtail7718]

Yeah i don’t know what that third keyboard is doing on the list. Wireless but it’s bluetooth only 🤮 . I’d rather play on some cheap office Logitech keyboard than bluetooth.

[@88Opportunist]

Guessing it's missing due to the sale of HyperX and therefore uncertainty over whether it will even still continue existing.

[@garboi8976]

@@88Opportunist the way I understand it is Kingston just sold hyperx as the name. Back in the day when you got a pair of cloud 2’s they were called Kingston. So everything will still exist, it’s just called Kingston. And hyperx will be it’s own thing. At least that’s what it sounded like to me, I could be wrong.

[@88Opportunist]

@@garboi8976 I thought the current OEM gear went with it. But I could be wrong as well. Either way there will be a lull before Kingston continues with gaming stuff and/or before HP decides what HyperX stuff they will keep making. Stock of the Alloy keyboards will become unreliable for at least a while if not longer.

[@VENOMTECH]

Another great option is the cooler master ck552, got mine as a refurb and it was under 50 looked flawless and worked amazing. Gateron red switches, bright rgb with tons of modes and customization, macro support was excellent, it was all good. I have had it over a year now and I love it, use it mainly to play OSU and fps games

[@EikoandMog]

Me: Assembled custom keyboard 2 days ago. Me: Still watches

[@Fishoyer]

SOUND TESTS: 13:51 Tecware Spectre Pro 14:25 HK Gaming GK61S 15:04 Ajax K680T 15:38 Keychron K2 16:16 Womier K87 16:44 Fnatic Ministreak

[@MonsyGtag]

THXXXX

[@Fishoyer]

@@MonsyGtag gotchu

[@hal9xxx321]

Intellectuals: GK61X + Gateron Black Inks V2 (lubed+filmed) + Zeal stabs (lubed) + plasticine and acoustic foams (to damp the frick outta that horrible case) + Akko Neon keycaps.

[@24REXMAN]

For outemu sockets, you can upgrade your switches to Boba lines or Akko CS line switches. These switches have thinner contact pins that fit into outemu sockets. If I'm not mistaken, the Glorous Holy Panda can fit in them as well without shaving the pin.

[@Lewzy0]

The gk61 sound test be making me fall like a lego 💀

[@advaithjk]

alloy origins core where?

[@pokelegocuber]

3:46 Just to be clear, HK Gaming is a reseller not the actual manufacturer. Skyloong are the ones who make it.

[@danpopper3488]

Thank u frank. We were all waiting for this

[@diogogomes2536]

The tray is awesome for putting the iPad and taking notes while attending online classes. Game changer to get that on time notes!

[@samvader9232]

The tray would be usefull for on the go, with an Ipad.

[@tacticaltweet]

I would use that tray to sit my Ipad I use for D&D. Thanks for the video! 👍

[@rydrew]

Keychron K2 user here, just came by to give the K2 V2 a huge vouch. I use the first generation of the K2 (I forgot what the changes were aside from the Caps Lock indicator and the second angle adjustment option, but V2 is definitely better than the first-gen), and it’s been a year and I still love it to this day. I really like how nice and compact it is, I can move it around my desk no problem especially when angling it properly to game. My one complaint are the default keycaps - they’re actually quite okay, but they just feel cheap since they’re ABS after all. I got the Razer PBT keycaps in their mercury white and it definitely looks a lot better, just that not all the keys fit in perfectly like before (delete and home keys are lower and higher respectively) but overall I’d recommend getting a better set of doubleshot PBT keycaps sometime down the line. TL;DR - Keychron K2 is definitely worth the buy!

[@rapidspeed3220]

Paid bot

[@faded8911]

The correct answer is to go custom

[@nilskarlsson9966]

I waited for a keyboard video like this. Btw, can you review the Royal Kludge rk84?

[@d0nnguyenn]

this

[@saab35draken39]

@@d0nnguyenn what?

[@netsile5775]

don agrees

[@d0nnguyenn]

@@netsile5775 i agree

[@johntheq5979]

I agree

[@virginijaleisiene2789]

Where hyperx alloy orgins core tkl with aqua switch

[@Prec1pitation]

Tray would be absolutely perfect for keeping my phone in view without getting in the way of my mouse! And also because I'm a repair tech at my job, could also be a good place to keep any extra screws because of how small they are on most phones.

[@igluin8369]

Him playing battlefront 2 in all the shots were you can see the monitor is just the cherry on the cake

[@Kane-yl7xt]

thanks i was just looking for this! coming in clutch as always

[@qaemalbaqal6767]

Me too

[@ascap2854]

Still using a Tecware Phantom TKL I bought 3 years ago, still going strong.

[@alexgreen3630]

Aye frank id use that Tray for a mirror so i could always look at my self and bask in my beauty. Great vod frank

[@xxgarug0nxx3490]

The tray would be great to hold your phone/tablet when you are gaming. It can also can be used to hold anything small like rings, coins, paperclips, etc

[@nelevincent]

I would use that tray for my phone to improve my productivity and multitasking capabilities in my online classes. Also, it would be nice to have a mechanical keyboard since I am currently using a 5$ 4 years old membrane keyboard.

[@bingplayz]

u should just buy with your own money to upgrade bro it will be alot nicer and better experience xD

[@nelevincent]

@@bingplayz it aint bad to take a chance lol

[@nelevincent]

Plus i don’t have a budget

[@bingplayz]

@@nelevincent yea ik thats why you tried it right and that's Veri cool

[@My0wnSavi0r]

This video is exactly what I needed perfect timing.

[@imCylo]

The tray would be good for me to put a few things: I'd use it for my drawing tablet stylus, maybe my dab pen, or as a ZigZag/Raw holder when I'm rolling. Definitely a different kind of productivity compared to what everyone else has been saying but it'd be pretty convenient for me haha

[@josh.romani5345]

lol loser

[@brackstonefynn6992]

tray honestly has so many uses, from a place to put your tablet, to an easily accessible place to store EDC items like cash or pens etc. plus the soundwheel thingy just looks convenient. dont get me wrong, love my good ol gigabyte multimedia keyboard, but boy oh boy would that keeb be a sicc upgrade

[@G3niusCat]

Love the budget list and I hope you do more for other peripherals. One thing about Tecware, is their software SUCKS! While you don't need it for the basic controls, you will have to install it if you want to customize it. The software is very buggy and doesn't seem to be updated very often (if at all).

[@autotropicplaybench1819]

Sorry to hear that. I rarely use their software, at most only to change lighting really, and I haven't had problems with that. So if it's buggy when using macros, and you need macro keys to function well, then yeah this isn't the budget board for that. Otherwise for what it is, and for the price, it does the job at its core.

[@asherlester4449]

Just a question I’m new to keyboards and I don’t know what the difference between red and blue switches are

[@MikkelPixel]

Red Are more clicy

[@funxify7848]

I could get the Ajazz one for just 50 Bucks (46 Euros) on Amazon, is it worth to buy it to swap the stabs and foam mod it?

[@onlypoynter]

As a student, i'd probably use the tray to keep pens and stuff for quick annotations. Or even an open smaller notebook with sketches when im trying to 3d model

[@SawyerLevenson22]

I would use that tray for school. Writing all my essays, keeping writing utensils in, it would just be really useful for school.

[@realityfighter7826]

I would use it for gaming!

[@samthebuuilder]

I have the K2 and have modded it recently with some lubed and filmed Gat Ink Black V2. The biggest downer for me was probably the plate material, but otherwise its a great choice for anyone!

[@EK1D]

That tray would be awesome for a iPad! My son struggles typing on his iPad for lockdown home schooling.

[@andrewalexander9508]

I would mention that Skyloong is the manufacturer of the GK61 and in the US they are available as Epomaker boards. Not sure you can get the different color chassis outside white and black but considering a lot of the HK Gaming issues (not just the keycap issues) you get the flexibility and customizability of that GK61 in a less slimy manor.

[@nrbgamingYT]

Got an iPad 7th Gen, will use the tray to hold it. My Logitech K480 went bust a few weeks back, haven't replace it yet. This should be an incredible addition, thanks Frank!

[@madster_1091]

You can also use akko switches on outemu hotswap boards which is great because of how good the rose reds are

[@Ibrahim-lb5ys]

Battlefront 2 gameplay! Thanks for the top quality as always!🙌

[@Tuntalunta]

when you press the keys on the Womier it sounds like when you build something in the lego games

[@poldelepel]

Would be great to see also ISO layout keyboards! Not everyone uses QWERTY.

[@NadersJJBA]

ISO is qwerty….

[@alyzengarage6807]

@@NadersJJBA the arrangement of the letters on ISO is the same as QWERTY, but the size, shape, and placement of other keys, like enter or backslash are different on ISO

[@poldelepel]

@@NadersJJBA But if it isn't QWERTY, the chances are big that it is ISO. That was my point. I use AZERTY (belgian) myself. It is very difficult custom keycaps ;)

[@NadersJJBA]

@@poldelepel ISO is a qwerty type of layout, search it up

[@NadersJJBA]

@@alyzengarage6807 correct

[@WinterFlare]

Sheesh the Tecware Spectre Pro is such a steal. Full N-Key rollover, good RBG, full size, and hot swap for $60? Take my money.

[@thecocopopscroc]

the ajaz has a joint holder for those long sessions when you pre roll first

[@jeus_saaa]

The K620T has been in my wishlist for quite a while now. Always wanted a volume knob on my keyboard and a tray to put my pen/stylus whenever not in use. The tray would also work well as a dock for my phone while charging so it's still in my field of vision even when I'm not using it.

[@DSqu4red.]

I would LOVE that keyboard! I am just now getting back to playing D&D in person, and using that with a tablet would be *Chef's Kiss*

[@Yans1to]

I think would give that keyboard to my dad since he works with excel on an iPad a lot. The tray would help him keep it there and hopefully let him work more comfortably

[@antoniaaccettone4390]

The tray is perfect for iPhone and iPad! Nice group of keyboard, thanks great job!

[@dang.lucero2205]

I actually have the Ajazz K620T and I'm actually very happy with the purchase.

[@nomadhammer7912]

I just got the Keychron K4 96% and it has been an enjoyable experience using it.

[@jordanb.4514]

I'd use the keyboard tray to display the album art to the record i'm spinning next to it!

[@HarroKitteh]

I got a keyhome kh68 which was just under 100$, I've been using it for months and I recommend it. You get your choice of mostly gat switches (I went with yellow), xda keycap profile, fully hotswappable, can be wireless/wired and it has a nice weight to it. Really the only downside is the plastic case doesn't feel the sturdiest but it's a fantastic board.

[@andy-pv9sg]

I would most likely use that tray on the keyboard for some of the random small things I keep on my desk so it doesn’t get too cluttered

[@uzzy1364]

Other brands have gk61 kits as well which don't require optical switchs which means you get full access to a range of different switchs

[@iamdinosaur4245]

Because of you, I bought the HyperX Alloy keyboard with aqua switches as my first mechanical keyboard. I am looking for a wireless one and have been looking at the Keychron K2 for a while. Now I am also looking at the Ajazz ones.

[@gustavogarcia3155]

The slot on the Ajaz would be perfect for my tablet as it is my main college work horse and it would be AMAZING to have a dedicated keyboard for it. Great video as always!

[@atherasia]

Glad you break down everything on the intro.

[@VBarr33]

That tray I would use to hold my hot pocket for a quick and convenient bite between spawns.

[@joshuamartinez7403]

I would use the tray on the K620T as a phone tray for when I am using the board in Bluetooth with my phone, but also as a pen holder as I am a student who will need utensils on the fly.

[@george-cx4ev]

I would put my snacks in there so mid game I could just pick my keyboard and pick up some skittles with my tongue

[@arijeanz]

we got a real big brain here boys

[@fleekas4518]

Whats your black rubiks cube on your setup called? 2:56 on the left side of his monitor

[@THECyclone_]

for the tray of the ajaz i would use it as a phone holder and as pencil holder when its time for school

[@krissellefernandes3633]

I would use the tray to put my phone in it - having my phone in front of me instead of on the side makes it easier to look up to my monitor to down on my phone rather than having my laptop to the left and my phone to the right. I could also take down notes for lectures on my phone, answer calls and display my to-do list for the day.

[@aodnightshade]

I am currently looking for a cheap wireless mechanical keyboard for my new job so I would love to see a video with specifically wireless versions of this style as well

[@jeremiehoule548]

I would probably use the tray for random dice I might have lying around on my desk (which is also a board game table if friends come over)

[@pixelpozilei1610]

I love that the Ajazz made it onto here such a great board for productivity and for a fair prize! And if you want to mod it there is also a hotswap version

[@henrycastellani6069]

That tray would be epic especially for people like me with not a lot of desk space it would be nice for your phone

[@AdamA247]

I would definitely suggest the K3v2. Bought it for around $80 dollars and I really thing this has a chance at taking the K2v2’s mantle place.

[@vincininja7736]

my dad just ordered the razer huntsman te for my birthday because i though it sounded good at that time, but when i got into the keyboard world i found this video and you got the perfect keyboard for me but i cant return it so i wont be buying a new one for a while. and what i really wanted was a hotswap keyboard with aqua king clears but that dream is crushed

[@ponderingfox]

I’d use the tray for a pen. Might check and see how a phone would look there, but thinking pen holder.

[@SolaireFlair]

It might sound kind of scuffed, but for the Fnatic, if you just REALLY gotta have a custom cable, you could probably get a small USB C extension cord to run through the channel and then pop your custom cable onto that

[@Brockolii]

My girlfriend would use that to hold her ipad! We're building her a pc and she needs a keyboard and that tray would be the icing on the cake! Thanks for the video!

[@jeffcarrozzi5918]

I would totally use the tray for my galaxy tab and get Samsung dex action going on

[@star020601]

Honestly the tray on Ajazz gives you the space to put like a smaller display like an ipad incase you dont able to afford a second monitor

[@khm1989]

I will use the tray for my tablet just the way you did on the review. Looks so sick!

[@belema22]

I would use the Ajazz to make a balcony/sunroom desk set up with my ipad pro! Liked the video, love the keyboard content

[@theosloan6880]

Don’t u get bored doing this every day? I was going through my subscription tab and found u. Man I’ve been doing this when I was like 12

[@Crushmequadmommy]

The keychron is such a solid choice. I bought the k6, lubed the stabs and new lubed switches have improved a great budget board a ton!

[@renneruYT]

And now there's keychron k8 pro, which sounds like 180$ custom

[@joeybergeron]

I'd use the keyboard tray for holding a Field Note book with my to-do list, my phone, and a photo or favorite gaming card.

[@zen598]

The slot on the AJAZZ K680T Wireless would be good for school and stuff cuz I think the sound of the keys aren't annoying.

[@connersnell5824]

I would use that keyboard for my iPad to put in that tray and I’ve been looking for another keyboard I could use for playing some games! That’s the perfect one!

[@electrified0967]

the womier would look soooo good with the pom jelly keycaps

[@NitikSharma]

i would use the space in the keyboard to place an unlit joint for easy access

[@coopercraven1370]

The Redragon K552 is also a great option. Nice clickiness, easy Bluetooth or wired connection, good rgb, and it’s a 60% keyboard for $65

[@Ayzlious]

Link?

[@SegrainesAMV]

That tray would be perfect for keeping phone, pen and maybe even a small notebook for physical todo list.

[@ayaken5972]

I would use the tray on the K620T for my phone so I won't have to bend down to look on my phone while typing. Makes it ergonomic as well. Would definitely be a big help when I start streaming.

[@beresfordgroenewaldt7290]

This video came out at the perfect time when I am busy building my own custom board.

[@Jesticles85]

Nice budget choices! i would probably use the tray on the Ajazz for some hummus or salsa.

[@AAAATENNIS]

I would use the K620T for my brand new career! Recently just quit my full time 9-5 job to pursue the tech industry. Now I am back to school to learn programming and was looking for a new keyboard to type on! Would be amazing if I would be the one to receive it!

[@bins1]

I'm so deep in the mechanical keyboard hobby that I don't find these stock generic mech keyboards good anymore

[@CJP610]

The tray would be good for using the keyboard on the go if you had a ipad or phone on you ,because if your not home you could still do any type of gaming or work.

[@iq34]

that tray would do well to hold my wacom pen while i fiddle with the wacom's shoddy connection

[@fuzzy3407]

I would use the tray to hold some of the random gears and parts on my desk

[@notmishu]

I would use the tray for holding my phone and may game with it. I also may use it for mails and papers when I'm working