Top 5 Gaming Keyboards of 2023!

As the year comes to an end, let's take a look back at the 5 best gaming keyboards from 2023. I'll give you a run-down of each board, talk about why I like it and do a sound test for the switches at the end., then briefly mention a few worthy runner-ups you should know about. With Black Friday and Cyber Monday coming up, keep an eye for any sales!!!
Honorable Mentions:
⌨️ Corsair K70 Core: amzn.to/47LeiL4
⌨️ iQunix 1+1 TKL: iqunix.com/products/super-1-1...
Top 5:
⌨️ 5. Razer Blackwidow V4 Pro amzn.to/3YMvVWL
⌨️ 4. SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini 2023: amzn.to/3MZdJFM
⌨️ 3. iQunix Zonex 75: iqunix.com/products/iqunix-su...
⌨️ 2. ASUS Azoth amzn.to/45GfDRV
⌨️ 1. Razer Blackwidow V4 75% amzn.to/45jgrgw
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00:00 Top 5 Gaming Keyboards
00:50 Honorable Mention: Corsair K70 Core
02:38 Honorable Mention: iQunix 1+1
04:32 #5 Razer Blackwidow V4 Pro
06:52 #4 SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini
09:06 Ice Caps 🧊
09:39 #3 iQunix Zonex 75
11:44 #2 ASUS ROG Azoth
15:29 #1 Razer Blackwidow V4 75%
20:16 Sound Tests!
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[@tracya8007]

Just a mom here trying to figure out a cool keyboard for my 15 year old for Christmas and I’m going with your #1 choice! I’m sad I missed the preorder for the keycaps! Hope you bring them back would have loved to pick them up for him! Subscribed to learn what gifts to give ❤ thanks for your easy to understand explanations P.s He absolutely loved the keyboard and was his favorite thing this Christmas! 🎄 thank you so much for the video!

[@1afteranotha]

W mom

[@raynjpg]

W mom. Putting in way more effort than most parents would. Your son's gonna love the keyboard.

[@tracya8007]

@@raynjpgaww thanks ☺️ I try my best

[@tracya8007]

@@1afteranothaI’m not sure what W mom is but I think it’s good :) thank you so much

[@noham70070]

​@@tracya8007W means Winner. You and your son both won.

[@gyurmagyuri6440]

Love how the big names like Corsair start to offer pre-lubed switches and stabilizers for a relatively low price

[@xXLiquidFirezXx]

Perfect timing i have been looking for a new keyboard, thanks for taking the time to put this together so i dont have to look all over to decide!

[@yhiz4757]

Bruh please don't use this video as a guide it's super fucking misleading I'd recommend heading to keyboard enthusiast forums or peripheral help channels in discord servers to help you buy a keyboard because randomfrankp consistently shows himself to be one of the most dogshit and most misleading "reviewers" (he's just a paid reviewer lmao) on the internet loll Someone like hipyo takes sponsorships sure but at least he knows what a competent peripheral is, randomfrankp does not lmao

[@enden6963]

Random, you read my mind. I've been looking for a new keyboard and was eyeballing the Razer V4. Thanks for this video dawg.

[@OGHawkeye]

im really loving that you did these top 5 videos right now becuase i am just finishing building my new PC and completely updating my gaming setup. ive been using the old Blackwidow V3 full, and old alienware mouse, so im looking to go all out. I only wish you could have covered more keyboards here. Im really hung up on so many options between Asus and Corsair and Razor, but at least with razor its as simple as BW v4 full or 75. The Corsair options are honestly endless, Asus too....i have such a hard time with decisions im really late on ordering my choices and struggling with it still. Im leaning more towards Asus but Corsair has such a uniqueness to it. Gotta have RGB either way and my entire setup is filled with a mix of ROG, Razor and Corsair and thats honestly where im happy keeping it at, rather than mixing in a lot of other brands and more software. Any chances of making a video going deeper on other runner up keyboard not mentioned here, but are from the top prebuilt brands? Im really looking for a serious video of what the best speaker options would be too. Even with razor i dont really know if speakers or soundbars are the way to go....always make sure to get the subwoofer though. I take my speakers serious becuase i edit and remix. Logitech is what ive had but its an older model and its tired and worn out. Their newer one with the rgb lights on the back dont look bad at all....but im really trying to keep with my 3 brands, razor, asus, or corsair....and corsair nor asus make speakers i dont believe.

[@trace3562]

They actually recommended me one of your videos. Keep up the great work!

[@TheHypeCom]

I adore the collaborations you do in your top 5 of the year videos

[@Ragoozr]

I just needed This thank you so much❤

[@TheSlowpC]

Really loving my Monsgeek M1 HE ... great sound and with so many options, it has it all.

[@xbioblade]

Amazed on how simple you make it to understand

[@jaroramos8057]

One of the Best videos on the channel thank You grettings from México

[@SaberCove]

Hey Frank, you think you could make a video with up to date keycaps of your favorites. But also break down the differences between PBT, ABS, and GMT. I dont know if keycaps are specifically designed for a mechanial board or different switches. Perhaps some keycaps that are non RGB transparent vs some that illuminate evenly. Textured vs non textured, Ive seen you mention some caps here & there but im still lost. I'm sure others are as well in this part of the industry

[@PhlappyBird]

just bought a new keyboard. Let’s see if I did good lol

[@LurkeSkywalker]

Did you?

[@vitahl21]

@@LurkeSkywalkerit’s been 10 hours probably not

[@deozay]

its been 5 days you good bro?

[@IOnlyFearAllah77]

A

[@mlxtn13]

Yo bro, it’s been 6 days, I don’t think bro did good…

[@Boeing767DriverAA]

Thanks to you Frank I just picked up the Razer Blackwidow V4 Pro

[@_.BruceWayne.]

I legit needed this video lol😂

[@MayankJairaj]

ohh the moonstones sounds so gooood!!

[@ryrysuperman]

I own the new razer 75 in white and the azoth white with nx snow and I love them both ! Can’t go wrong with either I enjoy them as much as my custom keyboards I’ve built over the years both razer and Asus are setting a high level for big brands to join the custom world , it’s exciting going forward to see them keep producing and pricing is coming down some of some customs which is nice ! Great video as always !!!!!

[@CristofWhen]

Its been 5 months since this comment, im planning on buying the Razer 75%, what your thoughts on it cause i heard some bad reviews regarding the double tapping

[@ryrysuperman]

@@CristofWhen I ended up selling mine with that said I had no issues with it , went with a wireless keyboard instead , the 8k polling was nice in shooters though

[@CristofWhen]

@@ryrysuperman so ur only reason for selling is u wanted a wireless one?

[@ryrysuperman]

@@CristofWhen yes I enjoyed the switches and feel , it was a good quality

[@DianaMain]

a very good alternative for anyone who wants rapid trigger: drunkdeer A75, 75% layout, has a knob, and they sell an aluminum case

[@shotarcherz1690]

They also have a 65 I think it has the same features but no knob :)

[@mario_haslan]

Keychron is also realising one in a few months, the Q1 HE

[@shotarcherz1690]

@@mario_haslan w

[@dewdie3327]

There is also MonsGeek’s M1 HE

[@BrodyStag]

we’ve all sinned guys. We need to trust in Jesus and that he died for our sins on the cross. Our works can’t save us but Jesus can!

[@nelsing1978]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on all these keyboards i had some of these in my considerations when buying my new keyboard. I ended up going for the K70 Max with the magnetic mechanical switches that also can have 2 different actuation points per key. Main reason i ended up with the corsair one was so i would not need another piece of software. Now i wish i had a chance to compare it to all the keyboards i were interested in, but i went from a K70 MK.2 Low profile and this keyboards feels so much better and i loved my old keyboard but decided to get a new one since some keys randomly decided to stop working. Any chance you have a K70 max review upcoming? Would be nice to hear the opinions of someone that has had access to the amount of keyboards you have. Anyways, thanks for an informative video and keep up the great work!

[@henrynewgent8481]

I’m excited to see if razer will make a 60% version of the #1 board. I’m rocking a huntsman mini right now and have enjoyed it

[@katwyfy]

I've had a huntsman mini for 3 years now and recently bought a yunzii pro 75. For the price the HM is so not worth it, but I also can't hate on it either I just know I won't be going back to razer anytime soon (in any of their products).

[@henrynewgent8481]

@@katwyfy I’m currently rocking a razer viper v2 pro. Just got it after using the original viper wireless for years. No other mouse seems to work as good for me, I’ve tried a bunch of

[@ItsMidnight_]

Hello! Great video, quick question... Is the best 2023 gaming mice coming tomorrow? Or before Cyber Monday sales end, hopefully?

[@CFI963]

Please review the Montech MKey, I believe it’s really good !

[@MeddlingMageGR]

One question I would like to ask please because I see that you know a lot of things : Is there a gaming keyboard or gaming mouse where I can activate (or deactivate) my macros remotely? I usually play my favorite game via Chrome Remote Desktop and I can't interfere with the macro running (F1 to F10 keys pressing all the time). And if I want to do some other work, I just can't. Any ideas on how I can do this are welcome.

[@deapul3535]

Hello! Might be late but I recently got a Blackwidow V4 Pro, and Im starting to see I dont really need the numpad. I also like the idea of changing the switches without needing to buy another keyboard if I dont like them, I am still in time to return it, so should I?

[@nilsw1885]

Is Apex pro tkl 2023 for 160€ good enough. Or are there better options?

[@trevor5834]

I got the Apex tkl about 2 months ago. It feels so dang smooth

[@FractalPrism.]

Azoth is one of the very few kb where the F1 key is directly above the 1 key; everyone else has the F1 offset to the right which creates a gap between it and ESC for no good reason. this also means the F12 is directly above the = key. the comfort of this alignment cannot be overstated.

[@DonnieMouse]

oh wow I didn't notice that. I've never even really thought about that before but now I feel like it's gonna bug me on my own keyboard 😹

[@marram101]

Makes it great for MMOs and Sims that use the F and numbers for actions.

[@Carolinabcc]

Is this a bad of good thing?

[@kyosukeshidou1370]

ROG Azoth .. im using it with Gazzew U4Tx Hybrid Half-Thock Switch and it is FANTASTIC .. also I've been using this Keyboard RGB OFF but with OLED ON for my system temperature info .. using it for a month now , from 100% I got 62% Left , crazy battery life

[@N1cksPizza]

HYPERX ALLOY ORGIINS 60 STILL GOOD FOR GAMING ? IN MY COUNTRY I ONLY HAVE THE CHOICE TO CHOOSE BTW ALLOY ORIGINS 60 VS HUNSTMAN MINI VS LOGITECH GPRO TKL (old one) WHAT SHOULD I GET. THX

[@danielshih7182]

the iqunix sound is music to my ears, i have one and it's addicting

[@hayden1255]

For me, I'll never go back from my custom 65%, but the V4 is very impressive for a gaming board

[@knnylow]

You should check out Arbiter Studio polar 65. Hall effect switches are the wave

[@prdgycole.]

How do you feel about the Wooting 60HE Keyboard?

[@tpneryyan1851]

he has a good review on it

[@realbillgross]

My Azoth can last 6-7 months on a single charge with oled/rgb off. If you want wireless (or oled) that’s the one to get. Either that or Wooting if you want performance.

[@RYDER178]

would you reccomend RK Royal KLudge boards? based on price and quality?

[@strokey7462]

Where do I get the apex pro ghost at I can’t seem to find it

[@al3x.exe_]

Is the Huntsman Mini with optical clicky purple switches good? In my country is around 60$

[@awesome31539]

Just waiting for that pro mini ghost edition to be back in stock

[@gearsmacker8598]

been using a cherry blue switch keyboard for years and only now realize it 0-0 keys sound amazing

[@ardazgames]

I actually picked up the barebones kit from Glorious while watching the live stream last night. Under 20$ after taxes was a no brainer

[@ChunkeyMonkey]

Hello all, I'm currently choosing between the HyperX Alloy Origins Core PBT, Logitech G PRO, and the Razer BlackWidow V3 (all TKL). I'm currently leaning towards the HyperX Alloy Origins Core PBT because of the PBT key caps, and from the videos I've watched it seems to have the best overall build quality. Just let me know if you have any opinions on any of these TKL keyboards.

[@ciscodisco_257]

At that price point I would suggest you look at xvx/wommier

[@MI-wf1lw]

Please what is that cable you have with Razer Blackwidow V4 ?

[@kwdabeast2440]

I want to get the iqunix zonex 75 but should I get the prebuilt or the one you have to build are they any different

[@dariusiakabos]

Is there a full sized keyboard with the quality of the new razer 75

[@szagii_9447]

as a custom keyboard enthusiast is weird and also refreshing seeing these types of keyboards

[@Celesian]

I love to see gamer brands picking up custom keyboard features (foam, different mounting styles, prelubed switches etc.)

[@yhiz4757]

As a custom keyboard enthusiast u should be pretty pissed that someone with over 1mil subs is spreading such misinformation

[@bobioko]

@@yhiz4757 these are the most top of the lines keyboards you can get....what?

[@yhiz4757]

@@bobioko no lol most of them are dogshit especially for the price

[@_vair_]

What’s a good gaming keyboard in the $100-$150 range in your opinion

[@Dede68460]

hi, i really hate the sound mechanical keyboards do, do i need to look at membrane keyboard only ?

[@EddieArafa]

The iQunix 1+1 sounds absolutly amazing!

[@cloudXXLV]

I really just wish the full sized razer had hotswap, made one of these days we'll get more full sized with hotswap

[@Deku20235]

Could you pls make one with keyboards with numlock keys added...I need those lmao.

[@frankocean5954]

Hey Frank, Frank here. Can you tell me what cable you used @18:51? Thanks much!

[@eddie5776]

Alot of bad reviews on Razer BlackWidow V4 75% have come up recently, makes me question if its really worth it

[@futile01]

Got the v4 75 at 145 sale thanks!

[@Dybvad1992]

no rapid trigger in your number one spot?

[@XeoVGR]

Wooting 60HE not being here is an absolute sin.

[@MichaelRamirez-mh8bd]

Im soo suprised i had to scroll this far down to see thiss 😮😅😅

[@superudm]

because its #1 for last year 😂😂😂 wooting is killing it

[@espinj]

I want your key caps 🔥📈

[@Altamimi911]

Im big fan low profile keyboard But please what is the fastest low profile keyboard on market Thanks

[@eesanta]

The Tecware Phantom+ is a great budget option. Sounds amazing out of the box.

[@ilydxrth]

i was a diehard tecware user for like 3 years, went from the phantom 87 to the tecware spectre pro and then i bought another spectre pro. they were amazing for the price. i upgraded from that to my current custom wooting 60he :)

[@garethg8226]

That's what i use. Amazing keyboard. The only slight problem i have is that there is a bit too much lube on the Enter key. No biggie though.

[@ilydxrth]

@@garethg8226 I lubed all my switches, and stabs. also changed key caps and put it in the tofu 60 redux with the extra weight. it's very heavy and sounds feels reeeallyy nice

[@syberpunk]

@@ilydxrth I’m surprised you like than Spectre, after trying more expensive boards I came to realize how terrible the Tecware’s keyboards really were

[@Arctic2724]

What’s a good website to get switches?

[@jedimaster12100]

I like the two Razer keyboards and that white and gray steel series one.

[@Punkertoon]

I recommend Nuphy for anyone looking into getting a new keyboard. Not all of them are 2023 release but the Halo 75 is still one of my favorite purchases of 2023.

[@andrewachkar]

was gonna say, ordered the Halo65 with Rose Glacier switches the other day, but i've seen great reviews on it

[@LeCaleb]

Are they good?

[@Punkertoon]

@@LeCaleb very solid out of the box. If you like RGB its Halo light is pretty cool. I got it with baby kangaroo switches and it is a great tactile feel. They give you a sample of all of their switches too. I’m not the biggest fan of linear but they felt good. And most of all is their ghost space bar. Perfect sounding space bar.

[@LeCaleb]

@@Punkertoon I might get it then. I’m getting into mouse and keyboard for gaming and I have no clue. That’s a good sign that it’s pretty good stock.

[@Punkertoon]

@@LeCaleb might i recommend looking at Pulsar for a mouse? I don’t know how to judge the your grip style for your preferred shape. But I have tried 6 mice over the past year and so far my Pulsar XLite V2 remains my preferred option.

[@radosawroszewski2692]

why no akko, meletrix, epomaker??

[@template321]

Loved the ASUS one! Got that super fast

[@MasterChiefKeef1]

I use a keychron q3 w/ oil kings I think it works pretty well

[@Dolothegod21]

that razer 75% just moved to top of my list

[@keithb4048]

The Rog Scope 2 96 Nx Snow i just bought is an Awesome all- rounder. Luv the switches; a joy to type and play. Quiet thock, even my space bar is solid. Wireless is flawless. No regrets.

[@joshualovell6779]

Took me a few replays to hear “The world is your oyster” 5:35 Thought my brain broke

[@NathanCasey]

Loving my Blackwidow V4 75!!

[@YuProducciones]

the typing test its too loud random xDLOL love this top man, fire shots.

[@aztin2891]

The drunk deer a75 is so good

[@bonanzabrandon6877]

I can't be the only person watching this rolling my eyes at the concept of "gaming" keyboards.

[@joeh9532]

I got the asus azoth a few months ago, its a great keyboard the only negative i have is the secondary functions dont have rgb but i think its a asus thing since they dont have it on some of their laptops either.

[@Fimbulwinter04]

I think only a few companies have thought about lighting the fn keys, I remember only razer black widow v3 did it.

[@waterbottle2431]

I will buy the Corsair K70, after christmas i will see if it's good or not

[@astro6684]

I think nuphy is the goat of keyboards this year the air75 v2 its just too good

[@itsdeonlol]

Cool Frank!

[@sylvershadow1247]

Bought myself a Keychron V6 (with Keychron Red switches) few months ago, from a Cooler Master mechanical keyboard with Cherry Red. Night and day difference. And works amazingly on Linux

[@DVTHEFOX]

What about latency?..

[@sylvershadow1247]

@@DVTHEFOX haven't had any issues

[@emilyshabang]

Ive been eyeing up the Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96. Has some similar features as the Azoth but with a num pad that isnt a full size keyboard.

[@keithb4048]

Picked up the scope 2 96 Snow. Awesome all rounder. LUV the switches, quiet thock. Even my space bar is super solid (noticed the azoth's in the video seemed bad). No regrets. A joy to type and play. And the wireless is flawless.

[@emilyshabang]

@@keithb4048 I'm trying to save up for it. I've enjoyed my Hyper X Alloy Origin Core with Aqua switches, but it's gotten more of a ping as time has gone on. So the Scope II 96 will be my replacement

[@minecarfter273]

Ranked 65% trust me low profile good price hot swappable perfect!

[@Drunkenexo]

I got the apex mini pro and I feel like a good choice was made lmao

[@barleytalk9622]

I know ur key caps are Q1 of 2024 but any date estimate?

[@pleynz7476]

hows the rk m75? i’ve heard it’s pretty good

[@farmeunit]

I love it. Akko 5075B is my daily, but honestly love the feel of the M75, as well. You can get on sale for $80.

[@ichigen511]

In simple terms what is the difference between a gaming keyboard and a regular keyboard? As a programmer I wonder what the best keyboards for "programming" are? Edit: I guess what I am asking is what exactly makes these "gaming" keyboards?

[@denios36]

Where's the Wooting, your favorite 2022 keyboard? These are all better now?

[@StashingClips]

Super smooth creamy and prelubed 🤣 sounds intriguing 🤣🤣

[@dejvisvideos]

May I ask what watches he wears?

[@juice3589]

Razer widow v4 over Corsair k100?

[@frederickholt1255]

Nice keyboards but some of those price points are outrageous! Maybe a follow up vid with ones for less that 100? Or if anyone has any recommendations i'd love to hear them!

[@farmeunit]

Royal Kludge M75 is normally over $120, but regular on sale for $80. Akko 5075B, regularly on sale, and my daily. Epomaker TH80. Keychron V1. Keychron C3 Pro isn’t hot swap, but $35…. SK71 is an aluminum board for $100. Lots of other options, though. Watch Switch and Click, Hipyotech, Lewis Toh, Keybored or others.

[@yhiz4757]

​@@farmeunit holy shit someone who isn't a clueless consumer believing in randomfrankp's misinformation in these comments and actually knows their shit? Quite surprised lol

[@lefishe7326]

just bought akko with black switches, hope its worth it, prolly gonna lube it some day@@farmeunit

[@YuProducciones]

around 90 a 160 $ usd would nice. yes, more than 190 its a big no no.

[@shoyohinata8341]

any good option for arnd a 100 bucks

[@_ynnek]

Gasket mounts important? I got a deal (MAXFIT67) for 30$ idk thats bad or good

[@ShadowEmpyrean]

Anyone know where I can get good anime custom keycaps for 75% boards? Custom keycaps are the main reason I don't buy a 75% board

[@zonkedtrippy]

Hey, I need help deciding on which these are better... either The Razer Blackwidow V4 75%. The Wooting 60HE+. OR The iQunix ZX75? I just need a new compact keyboard the razer keyboard does sound a little bit better because of the features it has, but I'd like anyone's perspective on what they'd think before I decide Cheers!

[@potatocobler]

Meletrix boog 75 or zoom75 he are the best on the market right now i think.

[@tompov227]

Sad to see Corsair abandon Cherry. I am not surprised because the sentiment around Cherry has been generally bad for a long time, but I still like Cherry switches the best and I liked that Corsair stuck with them. That said, I didn't really like much else about Corsair keyboards so I suppose it's not a huge loss, but still less and less Cherry options is not great for me

[@dreadsonix3961]

You just haven't tried good switches

[@tompov227]

@@dreadsonix3961 I have. I use Cherrys. But I have also tried other, worse switches and I dont like them as much :)

[@Tracker5111]

How many keyboards does one need. But one...and done

[@Arctic2724]

Just in time I need a new keyboard

[@user-funnymadp]

what about the huntsman v3 pro

[@fantasy.r6]

fyi apex pro is pcb is compatible aftermarket case just like the wooting

[@eyb0ss]

My bonus is going towards the Wooting 60HE.

[@Wyn3e]

If ur willing to overpay in some location and willing to wait in others if not steelseries apex pro tkl 2023 or apex pro mini

[@mainsource8030]

rog strix 2 96% with snow switches smokes the azoth, ive owned both and returned the azoth. if it had a polycarb plate it would be perfect

[@abm6772]

hey man i had a question, will using the apex pro mini wireless wired at all times damage the battery?i would prefer to use it plugged in even though it’s wireless but will that ruin the keyboard?

[@randomfrankp]

Won’t affect the battery no

[@abm6772]

@@randomfrankp so it wouldn’t overcharge? also how much does it weigh?

[@braydenhardman3112]

@@abm6772 it weighs 610g and no it won't overcharge, it will stop charging once the battery is full

[@abm6772]

@@braydenhardman3112so it’s completely safe to use it wired 24/7? also are you sure it’s 610 i heard the wired was 610 and wireless was 543 but that seemed weird so it’s wrong?

[@braydenhardman3112]

yes its safe and oh yeah it is 543g@@abm6772

[@chunkymonkey4868]

I want to get a gaming keyboard but I feel like the keys are always so far apart compared to a keyboard like on a laptop. Idk what to do.

[@vNotoriousOG]

Check out the Razer deathstalker v2, low profile keycaps similar to a laptop. Might even like them better and those boards come in Full size and TKL

[@kanak7488]

Anyone recommend good keyboards 60 65 or 75 percent?

[@MOSHTOEFA]

No wooting?