FLOP or NOT? EVGA Z15 Review

[@SwitchandClickOfficial]

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[@tonyd7644]

Hi, how does this keyboard compare to a Cherry MX Brown one? As "clicky" as the brown or less? Just noticed it's the bronze...I'm looking for more info on the silver one

[@chevalierdeloccident5949]

Speaking of “clean” click what are your thoughts on the Kaihl Speed Pink? To me is the cleanest.

[@karsonronnie8333]

I guess I'm pretty randomly asking but does anybody know a good website to stream new tv shows online?

[@FenixPajarito]

The Branding Logo Is Not Big Deal... 😒

[@ffblegend]

I personally love the font and don’t mind the branding.

[@dandura_]

That editing is fiiireeee . Im honestly impressed that you guys improved this much in one year .

[@SwitchandClickOfficial]

Glad you like it :) We thought it was over the top

[@ManaTeal47]

I ended up picking this up for around $45, and at that price it was a no brainer. The model that was on sale were the linear and I like them. There's no denying that there's an adjustment period to mechanical switches if you have spent your entire life using scissor switches (which no one warned me about). Like I said, I have never used a mechanical keyboard and I think I'll use this as a "baby's first steps" into switches and keyboard enthusiasm. I guess I'll watch some of your videos on how to hot swap keys in the future.

[@infinity_circuit]

45 bucks for hot swappable KB with a set of Kailh switches is incredible.

[@toastmagico]

I also have that keyboard with that price lol

[@SaintP-ed8ut]

I just got this one as a hand me down from by brother, it seems pretty good so far.

[@dylanlittle1720]

Same!

[@lord_haven1114]

That’s so funny to me, because in the 80s-2000s like every keyboard was mechanical. I miss the big grey IBM keyboards. Those were so good.

[@michaelmai6514]

found this for 65$ on a sale. Absolutely buying this.

[@jamesyan3510]

I found one for just $49. Great deal.

[@jazminduran4832]

@@jamesyan3510 Got one at Amazon for $35 using the Amazon $15 off $25 promo coupons they had when buying through the app.

[@shynagua7803]

@@jazminduran4832 Why are both of you trying to one up each other?

[@jazminduran4832]

@@shynagua7803 It's all in fun. LOL

[@tinnakornsai4404]

nice i paid $20 on blackfriday deal

[@zachcanreed8549]

Just got one for $38! Super pumped

[@ninuj5336]

I got mine for 50 dollars brand new which makes me so happy that my keyboard wasn’t horrible

[@angelo9176]

Same I just saw it on sale and had to get it

[@Bakupa91]

Same, it's dope Im finally used to the light touch of speed silver switches. I'm typing so fast at work. Very nice reaction time for halo

[@mulldrifter6040]

This keyboard took a little getting used to, but after a bit of practice I warmed up to the speed switches quickly. There's definitely a learning curve to them, and they do register slightly before the click, but I find it to be forgiving enough where a light graze does not activate the keys, and any typos I'm making are due to me just hitting a switch by accident. Perhaps the only tricky thing with these switches is sometimes you're not sure the switch has reset when you go for a double key press on the same key. Either way, if you can get the bronze version for $35 or under I think it's worth it. This being my first mechanical keyboard I'm absolutely elated, especially coming from a K120. Love these clicky switches!

[@mr.chiken]

actually 50 to 60 bc most 100% hottswappable keyboards are extremely expensive

[@Miss_Chick]

I took your advice and I bought the EVGA Z15 and I love it! I rotate different mechanical keyboards, from Razer Greens to optical switches to Cherry MX Blues and Browns, but this one is amazing! They really are the cleanest clicks! Thank you! :)

[@SwitchandClickOfficial]

Very nice!

[@AX-fx7ng]

Any way the Hot Swap sockets the same as and would accept Kailh Low Profile switches (surrounding plastic plate be damned)?

[@DoktrDub]

I actually like fixed wires, I’m always concerned with the quality of the connectors and how long they will last, as long as they are solid good quality fixed wires I’m happy

[@toast2401]

Yeah I’m not too bothered about them either

[@unnainconnu9098]

I think it's mainly useful for wireless keyboards and I prefer wired keyboards, I'd rather pay for things I need. I've had a Logitech keyboard with fixed cable for almost 20 years, I've taken it to a lot of places and the cable is still in great shape. A small advantage of detachable cable, is that it'll be possible to switch to full USB-C.

[@protocetid]

wires either fray or decay and for a product that is meant to have a decades long lifespan that matters

[@PlatinumFox]

I just got this as my first intro to custom keyboards and its great so far!! Swapped the speed Bronzes for Speed Coppers (Sorry I like tactile switches) and PBT keycaps and it feels amazing compared to the previous keyboard I was using. YOU CAN TAKE THE LOGO OFF!!! Like you I too thought the logo was hideous. So I opened up the board (13 screws on top 4 under rubber feet) and there are 4 tiny screws in the plastic contraption holding the EVGA logo in. Once the screws are out the logo slides right out. and your left with a nice Black rectangle (albeit with some holes). Currently having a friend of mine 3d print a piece for me to put over the holes so its nice and smooth. but the LOGO CAN BE REMOVED and it looks 10000% better even with a few holes lol.

[@TheAlex726a]

That's great to know! Thanks for sharing. I might remove it as well.

[@djpacman7232]

This voids the warranty when you unscrew it right? I just got mine, and I want to remove the logo as well.

[@PlatinumFox]

@@djpacman7232 I mean im not sure. It was just easy to do.

[@RetroWarhead]

I can pick up this jawn for $14 brand new right now with it being on sale and my work giving me a $50 Amazon card for Christmas. Thanks for your insight.

[@ShaferHart]

Thank you, I was able to take it out easily (tip: the screw under the rubber feet is located towards the outermost edge (leftmost for the left feet, rightmost for the feet on the right) BUT I didn't think it looked better without the branding so I put it back on lol.

[@lostalx]

Thanks a lot for this great video. On dot, smooth editing and nice music too. I just found out this video when I saw this KB is selling at whopping $52 shipped right now at Newegg for Kailh Speed Silver. I can't wait to experience my first mech KB lol. It looks solid, packs a ton of features even for newbies like me - hot swap, standard keycaps, per key RGB, fast polling and even has superb media keys on top of a single USB cable & Metal build, mag wrist too damn It's the best entry level top class KB. Just subbed too.

[@AX-fx7ng]

Any way the Hot Swap sockets the same as and would accept Kailh Low Profile switches (surrounding plastic plate be damned)?

[@b_man-25]

Idk if anyone will see this, but I am thinking I will pick it up on sale for Prime Day. At $35 it seems like a pretty great deal, but is there anything around the same price that would be better? Thanks y'all Edit: I decided to buy it since I had a $5 gift card, when it comes I'll update with my thoughts Update: I've been using it for a few days and it's been well worth it. The mechanical feel is great, the RGB is nice, and it feels pretty solid. Only things I don't like are that the keys twist a bit, the travel feels a bit short, and the matte black shows oils really easily, so there's a lot of wiping to do. But overall I'm quite happy and would still be satisfied even if I paid more.

[@OMaMYdG]

you really can't go wrong for that price. I bought one as well!

[@hman6159]

Only the clicky switches are available for 35 usd, should I still buy it?

[@oofer3558]

Where do you download the software to customize the rgb and etc?

[@devonteforeman]

I just picked up this keyboard for $30 on sale. The keys are super sensitive which is something that can't be stressed enough. They register before a full push, and if you're a heavy handed typer you will probably hate this. The software leaves a-lot to be desired compared to the iCUE software from Corsair as well.

[@MrBlazingninja]

I love it for FPS games hella responsive,

[@z3ke002]

ordered mine just now, the only thing that bothers me is that the cable is not detachable other than that, excited to try it, might finally get good at KZ in csgo lmfao

[@water_king1]

I ended up buying the EVGA Z15 recently last year for a black friday sale, which was $50. This is my first mechanical keyboard and I love it! I am overall impressed with the fact that the switches are hot swappable, making it easy to lube the switches or replace them with different switches to try out without needing to solder them! I highly recommend this towards newer keyboard enthusiasts like myself! I recommend modding this keyboard if you are willing to do so! (I plan to in the future btw :O)

[@AX-fx7ng]

Any way the Hot Swap sockets the same as and would accept Kailh Low Profile switches (surrounding plastic plate be damned)?

[@hman6159]

@@AX-fx7ng no, there are no low profile switches that work with normal profile

[@EverythingBagelSeasoning]

Few Holiday seasons back, I bought two of these, the linear version with the clears and the box bronze tactile version. 35 bucks a piece at Microcenter on a random afternoon visit. The box bronze switches make that version of the keyboard very nice to use. It has a great typing feel to it. I could type on it all day. The linear version with the clears was way too sensitive. Had lots of double keystroke registers right out of the box and didn't get better with time. I would have only bought the tactile if I had to pay more, but since it's plug swappable, having the clear on hand provides a nice solid base to put switches you want in. A good slab of a 101 key keyboard that seems solidly built. The volume roller is something I really like, too. For some reason I've come to love the big honking EVGA logo. It's such a solid piece of ornamentation. I think EVGA really did try their best with this. Great with the bronze's, shite with the clears but the skeleton is there and it is solid.

[@samhziegler]

Just picked up a z15 with Kailh switches for $40 at Best Buy to pick up on the way home. reassureing to hear CLEAAAAAN with not just one, but five As. lol thanks

[@jonaskromwell4464]

Bought this keyboard after seeing your review. Thank you!

[@ramiromaldonado633]

Hey watcher scrolling through the new comments.... it's $35 as we speak for amazon prime day. Go for it you know you want it

[@poymu4929]

Keyboard community is so toxic sometimes. They just hate and hate when they see the big brand names. Keyboard enthusiast myself, yeah quality we are looking for are not quiet there but look, it comes with much better SW support, warranty, and ease of use.

[@jeffl8549]

As of this moment this Z15 is on sale for $35 on Amazon.

[@poopingwhilestanding5801]

Yep, several others alerted me on it with their videos and just ordered one too. Great deal at $35!

[@Ima_Tron]

39.99 for this on Amazon right now. I was just about to buy the KailH Bronze switches alone for that price when I saw I can get a whole a** spare keyboard and just pull the switches out. Really, I'm getting a spare board, keycap set, and pullers for free.

[@RetroBerner]

Thanks for the review, about to pick up one of these for $40 brand new on ebay

[@helllooyvuhcyxtdt]

Great vid! really like the music

[@cadethumann8605]

It's probably because I have not been exposed to more advanced keyboards, but I really do like this one. Believe it or not, it surprisingly came with my prebuilt gaming PC along with a EVGA mouse (I didn't expect that my order from newegg would come with a new keyboard and mouse). While it could be that I felt I got it somewhat for free, I do like the sleek look, the options for having colorfully lit keys, my fingers somehow feel more naturally in place when typing, and the way they sound when typing. It may not be everyone's favorite keyboard, but I am glad I have as I do with my EVGA mouse (that also lights up colorfully and introduced me to a mouse with side buttons for gaming).

[@nickquang1996]

Got this keyboard thanks to your review (and a crazy good deal, buuut mostly your review). It's been about 3 weeks and I'm very satisfied with it. The lack of a tactile option was the most disappointing thing to me, but thanks to it being hot swappable I just swapped out 45 typing keys from Kailh silver to Akko cs blue. I gotta say so far my experience with a somewhat customizable mechanical keyboard has been awesome. Don't know if I ever have the time or energy for more hands-on modding but it's been a good start. Big thanks to community members and top tier content like yours. 👍

[@AX-fx7ng]

Any way the Hot Swap sockets the same as and would accept Kailh Low Profile switches (surrounding plastic plate be damned)?

[@ToyoshiG3]

I think the Z-15 is just perfect. The Z20 is probably better but I can't place my hands with the extra keys on the left! I really look forwards to getting this keyboard

[@ToyoshiG3]

Definitely speed silvers. And I need to change keycaps too, lol

[@ToyoshiG3]

btw incredible how cheap it is. German one for €35

[@DylanFahey]

Just used your link to buy it at Amazon, thanks for the review. I spilled some awesome tea on my old keyboard and the right side of the keys stopped working after a few days. (it was a cheap mechanical, so I didn't really care, other than losing that cup of tea. I tripped right when getting ready to sit down).

[@SwitchandClickOfficial]

Oh no!

[@MrBlazingninja]

3 months down liking it and now I am looking at the Wooting 600HE

[@blahhblah2295]

In case anyone isn't aware of evga. The warranty and customer service is second to none. This has a 3 year warranty. Also it's selling for 50 right now. For 50 bucks you just go buy your pbt keycaps and call it a day. This is a total no brainer. That's including my preference for cherry. Hot swappable, 50 great build were good. This is a great buy. The pullers to suck she's right, but most everyone who waters this channel I'm betting is fairly hard core, and has a lot of pullers already. It's a long keyboard, yes, but it's also thing. not like these horrible thick ones that are terrible for ergo. the thing it misses for me is usb pass though. I don't know why i love that so much but i really do. I put my yubikey in there and use it for auth. Keyboard pass though is a really nice feature. I also would have liked a removeable cable. You can also fudge pass though with that. Eventually i''ll after market that.

[@churro6160]

they have the z20 that comes with USB pass through, and it's on sale right now for 45 😉

[@squidboii]

Just got this on amazon for 50$ or so, and for that price you can't complain. First entry into the mechanical department!

[@SwitchandClickOfficial]

Yay welcome to the hobby!

[@JaviPK90]

Idk if you will see this now but it’s $40 right now on Amazon! Worth it a year later??? I hope you answer

[@spi-killazinc9750]

I ordered the linier version on amazon for $40 (with tax) , I just got it today and for that price this is literally the best bang for the buck keyboard I've ever bought, the fact it has hot swap for that price is insane to me, the only thing I didn't like was the keycaps they felt chalky to me but other then that I 100% recommend this board!

[@AX-fx7ng]

Any way the Hot Swap sockets the same as and would accept Kailh Low Profile switches (surrounding plastic plate be damned)?

[@Krranski]

Just an awesome review. Everything I needed to know and more in a short time and entertaining presentation. I particularly appreciated the part examining the keypress sounds when pressed in different spots on the space and return keys. And I agree, that branding is abhorrent! It's almost to the point I don't want to even pick it up on deep discount. Anyway, I appreciate the critical and complete video; you got me to subscribe for similar videos on other peripherals!

[@SwitchandClickOfficial]

Glad it was helpful! thank you for your comment!

[@84daddy]

What's the difference between Linear and Clicky switch? I'm looking for quiete keyboard. Any recommendation?

[@ShaferHart]

clickys produce an audible click that some people like. Linears do not produce that click BUT they're still not quiet in the true sense of the word. Your average mechanical switch produces an audible sound by virtue of their mechanics (low profile ones produce less of this sound and I'll consider them quiet even if tactile, like Keychron's low profile tactile switches).. you will have to look into silent switches if you want a "quiet" mechanical keyboard. I'm in the process of doing that right now... I'm in that rabbit hole. If you're not religious about having a mechanical keyboard you can try the HyperX Alloy Core RGB: it's full size, has independent multimedia keys, rgb, don't need software to customize, etc. and although it's a membrane keyboard the feedback it gives it's very good, not mushy at all and I'd say it has nothing to envy to the feedback a brown switch gives (though it's not the same ofc). I'm not exactly sure what HyperX did to accomplish this since equivalent membrane keyboards from Razer feel awfully mushy. I didn't settle for that one because the multimedia keys are puzzlingly not backlighted and my workspace it's usually very dimly lit so this was a problem. The layout of the multimedia keys it's also confusing. As you can see I'm placing a premium on having independent multimedia keys so your mileage might vary.

[@84daddy]

@@ShaferHart much appreciated!

[@churro6160]

im part of the few people that prefer quite keyboards and looking into getting into the mechanical keyboard world. I did a lot of you tube searching and the sad truth is that there isn't any real silent mechanical keyboards, just less loud from the factory. HOWEVER, there are videos out the that show your how to silence a Keyboard to near no noise at all, but requires opening up the cases on top of replacing all the switches. She had done a really good video on how to do this and I will be for sure doing it with my first mechanical keyboard

[@KratsminschSkunk1]

I have been on a quest to find the right keyboard for writing, and have been through a few. It's not the fault of the keyboard, that my fingers are clumsy and don't always do what I tell them, even if I'm watching. I was looking at the stupid expensive Mountain Everest, until I changed across the EVGA Z15. It's $80 off in some places, so hey, $60 instead of $600, that's a win, and it does everything I wanted in the Everest, especially hot swappable switches. As for the big logo, I might get a sticker, draw a skunk on it, and cover up it up, because I like skunks, not using it to comment on the quality of the keyboard itself.

[@AX-fx7ng]

Any way the Hot Swap sockets the same as and would accept Kailh Low Profile switches (surrounding plastic plate be damned)?

[@sshadyh]

what's wrong with a non detachable cable?

[@SwitchandClickOfficial]

Inconvenient

[@marcusvowels6404]

Why do all the gaming keyboard usually have that ugly ass lettering

[@GatsuRage]

The logo should be able to rip it off (even if u ended up with a broken plastic) I wish they did same keyboard but in a 65% format... I would buy it day one. Does any1 who bought it could share their long time experience with it please? ("chatter" "ghosting" any type of issues with it?)

[@jwillwork3683]

the logo doesnt bother me, and it matches my set up. Hope you make well, your review was helpful.

[@briannacluck5494]

Never before has a keyboard cried out so hard for new keycaps

[@juancarlosarango6132]

I just got. Yeah I know, very late. I don't mind the branding. I was actually looking for a full size keyboard. So far so good.

[@sukmyaess5171]

Is this the clicky or linear version of the keyboard?

[@wh0_am_152]

Clicky, bronze is clicky (hence clean clicks), Silver is smooth.

[@rkygriz]

I bought this keyboard on Newegg for $49.99 . I wasn't in the market for a new keyboard, but this one caught my eye at the price point. So, I ordered it 2 days ago, and it arrived today (11/06/21). So far, I agree with everything that you said. It's very well made ,and I like everything about it, with the sole exception of the company logo, which is way oversized, and sticks out like a sore thumb. I noticed it right away. Still, it's a minor flaw in what seems to be a great keyboard ! !

[@canaduck5054]

Im buying it for 60$ because its on sale from 170 dollars and i need a new board haha

[@AX-fx7ng]

Any way the Hot Swap sockets the same as and would accept Kailh Low Profile switches (surrounding plastic plate be damned)?

[@AX-fx7ng]

@@canaduck5054 Any way the Hot Swap sockets the same as and would accept Kailh Low Profile switches (surrounding plastic plate be damned)?

[@TheRoniseyez]

Major brands still fail to understand what most people value in mech keyboards. It's evolving in the right direction but very slowly. It will still take years to get something close to a decently priced custom-like KB.

[@SwitchandClickOfficial]

Hoping this will light a fire under other companies to notice these trends too

[@superblitz2274]

Id take a Razer keyboard over any custom keyboard You contradict yourself since the general public don't care about how the keyboard sounds(literally the dumbest thingest thing Ive ever heard) Hotswap might makes a bit more sense,but is still a fairly enthusiast feature,most people don't care about what switch they are using enough Again I'd rather have a usb and audio passthrough, included wrist rest, dedicated media keys and a volume knob none of which a varmilo ,ducky or a Leopold will give me

[@TheRoniseyez]

​@@superblitz2274 It might sound dumb to someone without a clue. A mech keyboard sound is the best way to estimate its overall quality... (it gives a lot of clues about materials, intern design, assembly, etc) Know that a 150 ish $ keyboard from a major brand like Razer is very expensive for what you actually get, but feel free to stick with fancy looking crap.

[@superblitz2274]

@@TheRoniseyez Haha you are just plain wrong No sound isn't, and it's something I or most people couldn't care less about A leopold and a corsair both use the same cherry switches .Both use plastic cases, and add both come with pbt keycaps. FOAM inside a keyboard again is a dumb thing and one which doesn't matter to me or most people. I get WAAAY more features buying a corsair or razer over a leopold or varmilo So no, the one buying overpriced crap is actually YOU So please free to stick with fancy sounding crap lmao.The value propostion will neever compare

[@riggyy]

@@superblitz2274 yeah I agree with you but I want to be able to swap my switches without having to solder and unfortunately there are very few major companies who sell hotswap keyboards around the 75% size. Very annoying to me and it would be very nice for a company like hyperx or razer to make a hotswap diy kit

[@timothynolan7250]

I like the logo! Im an EVGA fan boy!

[@danmar007]

I have the Z20 and I like it. The EVGA badge IS rather garish, though. The Z15 sounds interesting with it's hot swappable switches. I started typing on a typewriter and although the font is not very attractive I like that it follows the typewriter letters on the left protocol.

[@jonaskromwell4464]

I got this keyboard after your review. I can say, the hot-swap feature isn't without its problems. I tried to switch out for Zealios 65g, but the shape somehow didn't fit. They never clicked into place. I tried other switches which I had ready, the Kailh Hako Royal Clears. Those fit fine. Also tried Cherry MX Blue, which also fit fine. Anyway, in the future, on these hot-swap types of keyboards, it might be good for others to know if there are problems fitting different types of switches. Overall, this is a solid keyboard and well worth what I paid for it ($60 on a Newegg special). Clicky is nice, though not quite as resistant as I prefer. Definitely nowhere near the Hako Royal Clears. Thanks for this review. It helped me choose this as a solid hot-swap option on a budget! Thanks again for this review and for making these videos available.

[@LordAllenby1917]

Yep, I spent $50 on this "hot-swap" board, another $30 on pbt keycaps, and $90 on Alpacas - that don't even come close to fitting, wtf. Honestly this makes this board all but complete garbage (especially for me since the short "speed" switches and low spring weight mean I mistype like a mad-man on this thing... massively regret picking up two of these....

[@AX-fx7ng]

@@LordAllenby1917 Any way the Hot Swap sockets the same as and would accept Kailh Low Profile switches (surrounding plastic plate be damned)?

[@dank5015]

In several ways it's better than high end Razer and Corsair keyboards and more versatile. You could definitely do worse than this if it is going to be your first mechanical keyboard or just one for the office.

[@warhead811]

Instresting design and solid review

[@leviathan8248]

Can I swap it with any switches? Sorry I am new to this keyboard stuff 😅

[@bigdubyuh7901]

You could sand off the logo and paint it, but the bronze switches are nice

[@katiefincher2433]

Every try novelkeys box jades? You may find a new favorite clicky if you're into the clean sharp thing. (thick-click, more substantial, and linear past the bump/click is pretty nice for sheer speed) As an added bonus, its a double-click, one down, one up.

[@daveaffolter9697]

are the bronze switches as loud as blues? my daughter currently uses a board with Jixian Blue switches and she says they are too clicky. I am looking at the z15 since it is now $50. but not sure if I should go silver or bronze. She uses mostly for gaming. non competitive.

[@Oubaitorii]

The brown switches are going to be less clicky compared to the blue for sure. I’d recommend the Speed Silvers!

[@daveaffolter9697]

@@Oubaitorii thank you. That's the one I ended up ordering. It should be here in a couple of days

[@daveaffolter9697]

@@Oubaitorii I ordered the silver and they sent the clicky. They offered me half off so I kept it. Haven't used it yet and ordered the silver

[@romant1127]

Honestly, at this rate I'm convinced that $35 Redragon with metal top is all you need. It comes with hot-swappable switches and you can mod an absolute beauty out of it. Anything higher than this is overpriced if it's not a custom. I mean they are putting blue switches in their flagship 'gamer' keyboards ffs.

[@jonaskromwell4464]

Not all hot-swapping is created equal. I had trouble getting this keyboard to accept certain switches. Likewise, Redragon may not be building their keyboards to accept a broad array of switches. It's all about the engineering.

[@romant1127]

@@jonaskromwell4464 You can change outemu hotswap sockets to universal ones which cost something like 2$ for 180 pieces. Or solder them off and just solder the switches directly. That's the beauty or redragon boards. They have so much potential without breaking your wallet.

[@jonaskromwell4464]

@@romant1127 Nice. I've bought a load of hot swappable boards lately. I'll look into it.

[@steveqi9309]

could you say the specific model of the keyboard?

[@romant1127]

@@steveqi9309 Sure! It's called Redragon K553 or Redragon USAS

[@hippiekitten420]

Sweet. Just grabbed this for $40 on Amazon

[@gutigutierrez4269]

Loved the video🤘💙

[@SwitchandClickOfficial]

👌

[@kevinl9951]

Hey any chance you could give this board a modding video? Would be greatly appreciated!

[@MasterJediSean]

you are such a cutie! love your reviews! keep rocking it!

[@oofer3558]

Where do you download the software to customize the rgb and etc?

[@Gatorade69]

Evga's website

[@defaultui9625]

I grabbed one of these for $49.99 on Amazon for a friend's build and replaced the keycaps with some pudding keycaps. It is much more visually appealing. Despite the absurdly sized logo, it is difficult to beat at that price with all the other features it has.

[@Real_A0]

same, I bought PBT pink puding keycaps for 11.99 with discount and the Evga z15 clicky for 49.99. this will be replacing my Razer Huntsman TE TKL Linear optical . crazy price for such a beast of a keyboard

[@AX-fx7ng]

Any way the Hot Swap sockets the same as and would accept Kailh Low Profile switches (surrounding plastic plate be damned)?

[@AX-fx7ng]

@@Real_A0 Any way the Hot Swap sockets the same as and would accept Kailh Low Profile switches (surrounding plastic plate be damned)?

[@AX-fx7ng]

Any way the Hot Swap sockets the same as and would accept Kailh Low Profile switches (surrounding plastic plate be damned)?

[@tobster786]

i just bought a z15 on sale for 45 bucks with the speed silvers, and im waiting for it to come

[@tobster786]

Update, it got here, and ive been using it for about 7 hours now, and i really like it! Stabs are definitly a bit rattly, and i might replace them.

[@ShaferHart]

@@tobster786 replace it with what?

[@bbb-bestbang-4urbuck-boome893]

I just bought this keyboard. I like many things about it. What I can't stand with my massively sensitive hearing is the PING while I'm typing. I've tested everything on the keyboard and I figured out the ping comes from the metal top casing. Without even pressing a key if I tap my fingernail on the top steel plate......... I get a lovely PING! Do you think going inside the keyboard and putting in some padding would help? I've already put on O rings and they help but do not eliminate the PINGGGGG. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Also, what do you think about the XPG Adata board? It's similar to this one with a metal top...which I love to SEE...and not hear. ;-)

[@TheAlex726a]

Lube the switches

[@CarlosAustin]

Flop. Bought this keyboard because of your video. The Z15. I shut my rig off every night. But when I start it the next day, the keyboard sometimes comes on or not. I have to pull the USB cord out of the computer to get it to work. I called EVGA, they told me to ship the keyboard to them as my expense. I choose to send it back to Amazon for a replacement. Same issue again. Could it be my rig or the keyboard. I am going to say the keyboard. Another con is I have yet to find a video on how to use the macro function. The videos EVGA have on their site just mention they have it but no explanation. Would not buy this keyboard and will be taking it offline in the next couple of days. PS. Your video is very nicely done, good production value. But why my keyboard does not work properly is beyond me.

[@Gatorade69]

I have the same keyboard and I do not have that problem.

[@CarlosAustin]

@@Gatorade69 not sure why...but I ran through 2 of them. Weird.

[@Gatorade69]

@@CarlosAustin Maybe It's something weird on your end ? I'm no master of mechanical keyboards but so far this is a great value (for me) and a good starting mechanical keyboard. Sorry to hear you have had problems with yours. If you have 2 of them they might make a good gift to someone you know maybe trying to get into mechanical keyboards ?

[@CarlosAustin]

@@Gatorade69 Good idea. Happy Holidays.

[@tigerbalm666]

It coms with a wheel for squirrels...nice!

[@wh0_am_152]

Bought one for $60 USD a year or two ago (bought more later just because) just swapped from the smooth Kailh Speed Silvers to the tactile TTC Bluish Whites (Silent), wowzers does it feel amazing (keyboard noob, second mechanical, other one is a Logitech G413 Carbon which got booted to media pc duty) it makes me want to foam mod.

[@nam3xx]

My first mechanical keyboard Was the zowie celeritas. It come wichtig cherry mx brown switches

[@thenation9492]

Nice video as usual

[@SwitchandClickOfficial]

Thank you!

[@Sizzler1174]

It definitely sounds good and that chunk of EVGA branding, well let's just say I would have a place to put my gum but jokes aside, I would take a black permanent marker to the branding just so it was not so in your face.

[@PrecisionEngineeredJank]

Quality review. Your voice is so calming and content is what I need.

[@thepessimisticlive2274]

anyone else having issues with the board locking up during gameplay? i have problems where it will believe that some of my keys are constantly pressed until i unplug the keyboard. i have also had an issue where the board is not recognized after a restart or when my PC goes to sleep. same process to fix it though. unplug and replug it back in. just kinda frustrating for this on a new keyboard.

[@Karim-sj9wv]

Did you find out what the issue was? I'm planning on buying this keyboard and I've seen a few comments of people having problems with them

[@mellissuarez5789]

Hi, amazing video!! im getting my first mechanical keyboard and i dont know if i should buy this (kailh speed bronce) or the hyperx alloy origins 65 (aqua) both are at the same price in my country. Manily ill use it for gaming but also "common use" (making use of the num pad and multimedia keys) so what is the advice of a pro? Thank you in advance.

[@gnomilius]

Should I get the Z15 or the Z20? Edit: I got the Z15! Amazing keyboard, and definitely worth it. I had originally bought the Z20 but cancelled my order after realizing that it didn't have hotswappable switches. The branding for me isn't a big issue at all since I think it looks kinda cool, and it isnt very noticable while its on my desk with all my stuff around it. I definitely recommend it, and its only 54 dollars CAD on amazon rn! Thanks so much for your review!

[@AX-fx7ng]

Any way the Hot Swap sockets the same as and would accept Kailh Low Profile switches (surrounding plastic plate be damned)?

[@gnomilius]

@@AX-fx7ng I might be completely wrong about this: I think they might work with the round kailh low profile switches, but not the regular low profile ones because they have 2 extra stems on them? not really sure since I don't have either of the switches

[@bapestar21]

Am I bugging or did she completely bypass the stabs

[@LordAllenby1917]

Thought she covered them - stabs are good, surprisingly good actually.

[@xisackx]

what exactly would i be searching for for replacing the keycaps on this? i ordered one because i got it for $60, but i agree that i might want to change the keycaps. im kind of new to my computer and keyboards, was wondering if theres a specific thing i should be looking for.. thanks.

[@nickquang1996]

If you have amazon where you are, just need to look for "keycaps" they are fairly popular. Some popular options include hyperx pudding, pbt, hk gaming, tai hao, etc. If you're new I recommend just getting whatever most aesthetically pleasing, don't bother with the technicals.

[@xisackx]

@@nickquang1996 thank you. I ended up picking up a pretty decent set I guess more what I was asking was what type because I wasnt sure about the cherry style and stuff like that, still not so sure but they fit lol. Thanks.

[@LordAllenby1917]

Razor and Corsair both make really good pbt keycaps - both are double-shot shine through and I've used both and both are nice and think with a great texture (and both are really affordable)

[@apb.]

We will watch EVGA's career with great interest.

[@SwitchandClickOfficial]

Yes we shall

[@imbanett0]

EVGA not the first one and won't be the last one either. I don't think they picked the right strategy, EVGA is doing what MSI Aorus, Asus ROG (I am only talking about peripherals) did. They should learn from Kingston hyperX, BenZ Zowie instead.

[@iamthestormthatisapproaching69]

I find it very loud whenever I use it. And I've been trying to find a good mech keyboard that isn't. I have a membrane keyboard that my friends liked, but I don't like how mushy it is whenever I press into a switch. It's a very good keyboard, ngl. I love the design and the usability of it, but the noise it makes (especially at 3am) is incredibly loud even with the linear switches. It isn't very alarming with my good headset on though lol

[@protocetid]

silent switches exist and you can swap the ones that came with the board

[@CxOrillion]

You can find this keyboard regularly for $40-50. The Kailh Bronze switches are great. I don't particularly like the silvers. I am currently swapping the silvers to box whites. I didn't notice any problem using the switch puller, but then I only took out 60 switches. Myself and my two coworkers have now bought 5 copies of this board between us. At the common discount price point of $40-$50, this keyboard is a stupid-good deal.

[@churro6160]

I did a lot of you tube watching specifically on silent mechanical keyboards and the reality it that from the factory 99% of mechanical keyboards regardless of which switch are going to make noise (yes even "silent switches"). HOWEVER, the are a handful of videos out there that show you how to silence mechanical keyboards, literally little to no noise. She made at least one video on how to do that with a general custom keyboard, but it does require to open the case and stuff. I love Switch and Click's videos!

[@captainculpeper1250]

Bigger can be better?

[@JayPadrino]

I purchased this keyboard in sept of this year. And 3 months later it just stopped working. Swapped to different usb ports and still didnt work. It was good till it stopped working. Ive read others have this similar issues

[@churro6160]

I hear EVGA has a great warranty and customer service, I wouldn't be surprised if they switched it out with a new one no questions asked

[@akshajeruventi389]

Just bought the keyboard! Its on a crazy prime day sale right now so it is $35. I basically got it for free though using a $25 gift card and a 10 prime day stamp coupon. I literally just had to pay tax lol.

[@ytmaxxammo8591]

lol I took mine off and just replaced it with a silver metal polished plate. Thinking about putting a tft screen in there or maybe a mini oled. 🤔 My Zed 15 is maxed out modded.

[@bullyakker]

Haver a question to anyone with this KB... I am finding the keycaps to be square with large 'tops' and am hitting multiple keys at once. Any suggestions? PBT MX perhaps as they're a little shorter? XDA? DSA? I believe this KB comes with ABS OEM style and find them a bit 'off'. I have a Romer G KB at the other house and those are "okay" but better than these keys. How about low profile keycaps? (I have had this for about a week.. linear speed silvers are QUITE touchy! hahaha hence I need something with more space between the tops of the caps.. and likely going with speed coppers or purple pro's as I do prefer an indent without the clicky sound of a blue/green etc...

[@bullyakker]

Oh, and i'm planning on grinding the EVGA logo base (underneath the logo) off and either dropping the logo on top of the KB or grind that flat and use some left over pour paint to make it 'nicer to look at"

[@tonyyu8945]

Someone know how i can turn off the lights?

[@jenthulhu]

Betty, you are so awesomely sassy. Great review!

[@tristanscheller5462]

Really nice Video!! What is that sick desk mat?

[@KreepKarnage]

1:23 im deceased 😂😂😂😂

[@kazmagnus7858]

this checks all the boxes for me on a keyboard (esp dedicated media keys because god knows every other brand keyboard with them are either not mechanical or expensive as shit)

[@SwitchandClickOfficial]

Yay!

[@Techskills2077]

I had this keyboard for one year, I expected a lot coming from EVGA (my favorite gpus maker) but it's honestly bad. The stabilizatoars got really bad just after one year and I'm not that big of a timer or gamer so that the stabilizatoars would deteriorate that fast. I'm honestly dissapointed in this keyboard, at this budget I could've gone with something a lot better

[@RexxReviews]

EVGA has these on sale for Black Friday $44.99

[@LordAllenby1917]

You should revise your endorsement, the hot swap is not all that hot-swap... I'm sitting here with $90 worth of Alpacas and they DO NOT FIT. Someone else here was saying their Zealio switches don't fit either..... without hot-swap... that completely changes my take on this thing, what crap

[@WA_weather]

Found it for 30 bucks new and bout to cop it

[@Jimmy_Jam_99]

Thank you because the damn software would not lock my Windows key....your video did.!!

[@p_jong]

Man the pc I bought with prebuilt comes with that keyboard, as long I have a good ass keyboard.

[@SwitchandClickOfficial]

That's pretty cool

[@djpacman7232]

I just ordered one on a discount for $26.99+tax. I am currently using a Logitech G613 wireless and also a cheap Aukey tenkeyless one. Let's see how this one compares.

[@protocetid]

Where’d you get it that cheap?

[@djpacman7232]

@@protocetid EVGA's B-Stock

[@protocetid]

@@djpacman7232 ah you got lucky, thanks for the response!

[@churro6160]

@@protocetid if you still interested, it's on sale right now for about 35, ends today tho

[@SteelRatVT]

I got this on Amazon Prime Day for 35$!

[@dyzires]

Love the videos and im going to comment on every video btw😆

[@SwitchandClickOfficial]

Yay! Thank you!

[@bwloawesome]

Anyone know what kind of stabs are in these and if they can be modded?

[@AscendToInfinity]

I ordered one for only 35 bucks 😃

[@HeadPack]

Wish these manufacturers would make 96 or 1800 versions. Full size, they are just a bit too wide for comfortable mousing, and TKL isn't ideal for some productivity scenarios.

[@SwitchandClickOfficial]

Do they even know about those sizes?

[@HeadPack]

@@SwitchandClickOfficial if not, someone could tell them. Such layouts would be a greater differentiator in the market than yet another RGB gimmick.

[@3436-h2i]

Have you any plan to review the budget mechanical keyboard Drevo Gramr V2 TE? You are doing an amazing job, keep going!

[@SwitchandClickOfficial]

Someday