Top 5 Gaming Keyboards of 2021!

[@fnatic]

We're glad you enjoyed the new improvements we made to the STREAK65 LP. We will continue to listen to the feedback from our fans and use that to make even better products in the future. We're coming for that #1 spot, Frank! 😉

[@nimaythapar1790]

Pls sell ur products in india as well

[@GiLLyMGL]

Great to see you guys actively engaging with the community on KZbin. Culturally relevant and up to times. Good decision overall, good marketing.

[@fnatic]

@@GiLLyMGL Thank you. We're trying our best. :)

[@johnybravoooooo]

@@nimaythapar1790 +1

[@johnybravoooooo]

@@fnatic y'all are doing great! It would be nice if you'd expand your reach to India as well!

[@someguywho-]

Timestamps: 0:39 Asus Falchion 65% 3:25 Razer Blackwidow V3 Mini Phantom 6:16 iQuinix L80 Cosmic Traveller 10:14 Ducky One 3 Mini 13:22 GMMK Pro 15:29 Keychron Q1 16:52 GMMK Pro vs Keychron Q1 17:57 GMMK Pro sound test 18:26 Keychron Q1 sound test 19:07 GMMK Pro vs Keychron Q1 sound test Honorable Mentions 20:38 Fnatic Streak65 LP 21:47 HyperX Origins 60 22:31 Razer Huntsman TKL v2 23:36 Fnatic Streak sound test 24:07 HyperX Origins sound test 24:37 Razer Huntsman sound test

[@kuma726]

Needs for likes for your time 👑

[@vicktorviggo]

Thx

[@TopG1244]

Thx

[@keleigh8126]

You deserve a good thing to happen to you now 👌

[@Dasino]

Thanks

[@CvpOfJoe]

Congrats on 2m dude! it's been great to see your channel grow

[@SwitchandClickOfficial]

Solid recommendations! I'll have to go check a few out

[@xenrest]

@@aaaspek4739 we dont care

[@huellbabineaux4343]

@@xenrest thank you, for saying what we all wanted to say

[@Kyromc1]

Your videos are great

[@acsolft]

@@aaaspek4739 want a cookie?

[@badmintondaily7399]

waiting for your video about new Ducky One 3

[@80hazard19]

Think the Keychron's going to be my next buy. Had my eye on it, and this really affirms the purchase.

[@xdraztiikx]

It's been sold out everytime I've checked

[@zhieson]

It's a great board, especially for the price. With some mods the board performs well above it's price point.

[@diegoedward751]

I snagged one out and it’s great! The lighting is a bit confusing tho, still haven’t figure that out

[@za_curry2101]

Just got my keychron k6 in the mail and I love it so far. Keep in mind you have to spend extra on the hot-swappable version but I’m just getting into keyboards so I’m fine with my gateron browns

[@Kevin-rg2xj]

Akko MOD 007

[@JessicaJinx]

Love the little colab with Ali! Two of my favorite youtubers in one vid is great! :)

[@ItsKimmyP]

These vids are always great to watch, but I really wish you'd review more full-size gaming keyboards. Almost everyone and their grandmother is talking about tiny miniscule keyboards, meanwhile I click on this video using a full-size, wanting to know what's the next big thing to get, maybe as a christmas present for myself, and every single one of the keyboards you reviewed are "mini" versions. I understand there's a reason behind their popularity, and I'm not saying to exclude them out of a Top 5, but it would have been nice to have a section dedicated to Top 5 "regular" keyboards and Top 5 "mini" keyboards. Thanks nonetheless for the great content!

[@sxrptz5798]

Facts

[@fiobioz]

i agree because i need my numpad and i dont want to use an "external" numpad

[@DDHDTV]

you should definitely try using numpad on your left side! using the arrow keys or the mouse on your right and typing numbers with your left feels sooo right and fast. that’s why I went “mini” and got a numpad to put on the left!

[@guber7464]

The ducky one 3 is available in a full size layout, and there are several on the honorable mentions list. He should probable include more full size keyboards, but I thought it was worth pointing out.

[@eliteprime2421]

There's very many other reviews for bigger keywords or full side this is just want is big in everyone talking about

[@SL4PSH0CK]

the L80 was the product of when companies listened to their customers.

[@yifeiddd6797]

I got there new OG80, which is soooo sick!! Shine thru plastic within RGB is the best combination

[@rat459]

streak65 lp too

[@water_king1]

I get the feeling that gaming keyboards will have more exciting futures in 2022! Hoping to see a few more major brand companies dive into hot swappable options. Ik EVGA has already done it, Corsair and Razer probably won't for a long time.

[@encordinatedx8238]

Ratio

[@ethancritchlow]

@@encordinatedx8238 L

[@harrisdogra]

Nice to see optimum tech

[@theblacksheep71-16]

Yeah ikr insane stuff keep it up bro

[@darkbigfoot8100]

love to see Optimum Tech

[@NicksonYT]

Still have my Alloy Origins Core thanks to last year's recommendation. Solid choice still

[@viperfn4789]

Samee

[@giancarlollorente5949]

Dude! Same, Alloy Origins Core is a damn good board!

[@viperfn4789]

@@giancarlollorente5949 u have the aquas or reds?

[@giancarlollorente5949]

@@viperfn4789 I rock the aquas, wanted to try tactiles, and love it.

[@gregorybedoyan7804]

Same! I'm really loving the options I have with the Ngenuity software and the packs I have downloaded through the web for some amazing RGB effects. The effects options may not be a good amount, but the possibilities of editing them together to make your ideal effect is endless.

[@Od3o_ela_sabil_rabek]

What's different between Red and Silent Red Cherry MX?

[@MattLavergne4]

I've been using the Q1 for the past 2 months here at work (Phantom Browns), and lemme tell ya... As my first fully-custom mkb, the density of the board with its CNC shell and the slight give of the gasket mount, have made for an incredible typing experience. I have the CM SK631 at home, and previously thought it was a good enough keyboard as my very first mechanical keyboard. After having used the Q1... Yup, this is my new favourite and I can't go back! I'm patiently waiting for the Knobby version to come out to pick up one for home!

[@luketucker6802]

ty ur a life saver

[@i.a.57]

Any idea which keycaps he used in that video for Q1?

[@MattLavergne4]

@@i.a.57 for Frank's video? Or for the ShortCircuit video? If Frank, he probably received the Q1's stock keycaps which are nicely beveled and not too concaved for your fingertips!

[@erroristmusic]

I wish their keys had see-through letters, I love to be in the dark

[@Stigness23]

I was just wondering last night when you would release this video GG

[@casualjay909]

The homie Ali! Great to see Optimum tech collab with Randomfrank.Two of my favorite!

[@striverfor7628]

0:39 ASUS Falchion 65% Wireless 3:25 Razer Blackwidow V3 Mini Phantom 6:16 iQuinix Cosmic Traveler 10:17 Ducky One 3 Mini 13:33 GMMK Pro & Keychron Q1

[@chrisdotdash5154]

Fire vid!! Especially the collab with Optimum Tech!

[@justinz.4069]

Seeing Ali from Optimum Tech in this video was very surprising, but a very welcomed surprise, I love it.

[@aflitiatorbinomoril9748]

The tech justin y

[@baitboy3191]

I am currently rocking the Hyper X Alloy Origin Core with the Aqua switches with modifications of adding dampening foam to the housing and taping the PCB to get more of a thoc sound out of the keys.

[@xxtingyxx9497]

I have the same board, did you have problems separating the case?

[@cyberflex11]

It's a great keyboard and I loved the smoothness and tactility of the aqua switches, but the stabilizer rattle on the spacebar, shift, and enter keys killed it for me. I tried adding krytox 205g0 with a thin paintbrush to the metal parts of the stabilizers and it helped a bit, but without being able to take the keyboard apart, there was no way to do it properly. Other than that and the recessed USB-C port making it difficult to use custom cables, it is one of my favorite keyboards.

[@BuildingDR]

@@cyberflex11 a lot of the rattle comes from the stabiliser housing colliding with the plate, what i did was pull the stab housings out and put a piece of bandaid between the plate and stab housing and it made a huge difference

[@vrexoh9734]

That was his top 1 last year lol

[@olaolaola167]

What a coincidence, I bought the Asus falchion yesterday and I'm going to pick it up as this video dropped lol. Got mine for 130€

[@shitbringer]

how are you satisfied after a month?

[@olaolaola167]

@@shitbringer pretty good, I keep lighting at 25% it's plenty and the battery lasts a long time. I don't have any complains besides the spacebar needs to be lubed, I use it 8hours+ a day and so far so good

[@Thisgueyesguapo]

Do you still use it? And if so, how is it after 6 months?

[@olaolaola167]

@@Thisgueyesguapo still awesome, very portable and the protective case is more useful than I thought, I take it work everyday and after programming on it for months it still holds strong, battery is still good, the only downside is the software, it's pretty mediocre

[@Thisgueyesguapo]

@@olaolaola167 what’s bad about the software, if you don’t mind me asking?

[@includenull]

I would really appreciate if in your keyboard ad keycap reviews if you would mention if a particular board or set is available in ISO layout. That would really take your reviews to the next level for regions who don't use ANSI keyboards. Really hard to find good stuff for UK keyboards for example.

[@vickemannen9276]

Sad Nordic boi over here... 🥺🙋‍♂️

[@blazej6500]

WTF I was just watching the 2020 edition and hoping the 2021 comes soon. Thank you so much!

[@inyexai8394]

i’m gonna subscribe, you are the best youtuber when it comes to tech recomendations, no exaggeration. keep it up dude.

[@RsRapturex]

I built a GMMK pro in October as my first custom after watching a few of your videos, it is definitely an easy recommendation.

[@yasmingirl17]

I hope the Ducky One 3 will be available to pre-order/purchase in White or Black soon. I hate the colour choices available right now.

[@pranavbansal5440]

Congrats on 2M frank.

[@coldlag2978]

Is the Ducky One 2 mini still good for 2021

[@thisismelsemail1217]

First off I want to say your keyboard reviews are great and some of the best out there in my opinion. If you haven't already, could you please do a video about the best silent keyboards you can get. I know that going completely custom is the best way to achieve this, but I simply don't have the time nor the desire to stress over a keyboard like that. In a perfect world I would want a keyboard that you literally can't hear the keys being hit at all. But I know that is basically impossible. I hope this comment makes it's way to you and you decide to do a video on this. Keep up the amazing work! Also on a side note, That razer keyboard was DAMN close to what I am looking for. Like if I can't get what I want in a prebuilt then I'll probably end up buying that keyboard instead.

[@jagkanlagapasta]

Agree 1000%. As a family man you cant annoy your wife enough with clicki-li-clack sounds.

[@swany4048]

Could u do best gaming mice of 2021 please?

[@MuildGaster]

When will the 2022 version come?

[@Zeph0]

"Next up is the Razer blackwidow V3 Mini Hyperspeed phantom edition" Damn bro nice name

[@OctaneStreet]

I don't think it would be a bad idea if you did these videos but for each Keyboard category (ie. 60%, 80%, full, etc.). The Razer Huntsman keyboard size is the size I personally need, so a dedicated top 5 for that size would be sick.

[@NickGDZ]

WOOOOO FINALLY LETS GO!

[@pizzasquids]

I really appreciate your production and personality man.

[@rokasbriedis5128]

what do u think of Corsair K70 Championship Edition?

[@brianmendoza2643]

I was just looking for a new keyboard and here you are posting a video an hour ago. Nice

[@_CLG_]

yooo i've been waiting for this thank you

[@Manoeuver]

great as always Frank!

[@braydondunn4340]

You guys have absolutely gorgeous production

[@callmebob9857]

I love the cower idea for the ASUS Falchion!

[@evorick]

I don't need a new keyboard but I always enjoy watching your videos :)

[@matthewja5975]

Literally just went to the channel to see passed keyboard reviews and god blessed with this 😂😂 gotta love it RFP

[@KenovaPlays]

YES I BEEN WAITING FOR THIS FRANK!!!

[@darrenmcsam6848]

Really digging the music you used on this one

[@jonathanrehm7]

Would you say the apex pro is the best gaming keyboard overall right now? also, if I don’t care about the adjustable keys would you say the apex 7 is the next best keyboard or there are better options?

[@TheSolarCobalt]

Steelseries is killing it for me. My Apex 3 is awesome as hell. Even for a membrane/mech hybrid.

[@causinpanic1150]

please review Koolertron One Handed Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

[@kellan6797]

Really nice dude. I bought all these keyboards and they are all great. One thing I was not happy with was the ranking of the Falchion. The thing deserved a higher rating dude.

[@Entokd]

bro has been such a W youtuber for so long

[@Hamoodstudios]

Can you please make a video for gaming headsets

[@pigasusr2]

I’m hoping to buy a gmmk pro soon. What are soon good linear switches for typing and gaming to use with it? How heavy are Kailh box blacks?

[@kbr_____]

he's still underrated but passion proteccs him 😇🙇🏻🤗

[@AliA-cp9zr]

Thank you Frank this is perfect timing

[@tntcubes9718]

Could you check out the razer heroic bundle?

[@TriggersandBumpers]

I just bought a Corsair K70 TKL Champion Series keyboard but now I'm tempted to buy that Ducky One 3 Mini.

[@noahhodge5893]

What is the white keycap (kanji) set you're using with the GMMK Pro? Looks so clean

[@TheSCallaghan]

Here's hoping for top 5 headsets =)

[@CarlosRivera-kv8qw]

Thanks for the video! I was undecided; now I'm going for the Keychron Q1.

[@SoSlow252]

Optimum tech is the man!!!

[@Sam-dk2dp]

I see frank and Ali i immediately click Like

[@olysvk]

Can we have full size keyboards next?

[@Phroyo]

Stuck between the Ducky One 3 Mini TKL and GMMK TKL. Switching from my Anne pro 2 as it died, which one should I get?

[@agent4572]

What are your recommendations on full size keyboards??

[@guy.burwell]

what mousepad is the one with the wiggly lines? love ur channel btw

[@potion95]

If I’m not mistaken it’s his own randomfrankp topographic mousepad. He made it with novelkeys. :)

[@guy.burwell]

ok got it, thx for the quick reply!

[@Honorablediscord2]

built my GMMKpro with your Midnight Jade switches and love it. Even had one of my friends copy my build, so thanks for the dope switches.

[@ericgoesham535]

Is there any delay on yours? I just ordered one and I am hearing that they have input delay.

[@Honorablediscord2]

@@ericgoesham535 not at all, been using it for about a month and loving it

[@ericgoesham535]

@@Honorablediscord2 I am so glad to hear. It takes forever to deliver 😩

[@chicagofan4eva23]

Thank you for this video

[@1454543]

@15:18 where did you get the keycaps? Can't find them on the glorious site..

[@ybae]

That was definitely a feature that I did not expect

[@Solcres_Joa]

Nice pics! Would love to see a budget version of this list.

[@K0NVICTx]

I have been pretty happy with my Logi G915 TKL. But I love the custom keyboard look.

[@reviewguy5140]

I have the G915 but I want PBT keys ... do you know if there's a way to switch them out? ... One grip is I do notice some latency from a wired keyboard, (said Capt. Obvious...ugh). And what's with the painted on symbols... :)

[@coolshariq]

Awesome keyboard!! Definitely my favorite from all it's looks pretty slick too👍😎

[@kallisto_ofzo]

14:11 You got to love that effect. Well done! 😁

[@brandonbingnear4576]

Okay but where did you get that green gradient keycap set?

[@purambo3350]

You should do weekly tech under 50 videos

[@DodoLands]

I tore the membrane of the z key on my deathstalker. This video comes in perfectly.

[@g.m.shafayetullah6656]

Please do top 5 gaming mouse as well for 2021!

[@randomfrankp]

Tomorrow!

[@davidpeng3551]

Pre-ordered a Ducky One 3 Mini, can't wait to get my hands on it!

[@jamesharley1201]

did you like the keyboard?

[@SPZ-]

Im trying to decide wether i should get steelseries apex pro or the huntsman v2 tkl optical red version im coming from a cherry mx blue keyboard please help! Good video btw

[@shroomjak200]

Would you guys think the razer huntsman tournament edition is better than the rk61? They are currently the same price for me

[@RunnyBottom]

How about Steelseries Apex 7 TKL?

[@BennedicktusPeter]

I've had my Q1 for a month now, with specs exactly like in the video (navy, phantom browns), and it feels amazing to play and type with. This is my first fully custom mkb and I'm so satisfied with it and it's also worth it for the price for me. Currently modding with tape mods and waiting for my Kat Comet to come

[@i.a.57]

any idea which keycaps he used for Q1?

[@BennedicktusPeter]

@@i.a.57 I think it's stock from Keychron

[@fransbergholtz4616]

I'm thinking of picking up the hyper x for 70 bucks rn, is it good and should I buy it?

[@Bajords]

Wow, was just wondering when this would come out, and turns out, I woke up early 😂

[@chessmanrocks7829]

Will the Ducky One Daybreak come customized with the customizations that I will pick?

[@ruyeiro]

Do you have any video or recommendation for a wireless/mechanical/multi device (usb & BT) keyboard? I'm looking for an alternative to the Logitech G915 but haven't find any good option. Great video!

[@cyberflex11]

Great video! I purchased the new Falchion with their proprietary NX switches in the tactile Mocha Brown a couple weeks ago and I am really enjoying the feel and sound of the new switches. I have to say that they have a much bigger tactile bump than the Cherry MX Browns in the original, and are much closer in feel to Glorious Pandas. I have not been able to try the other linear or clicky NX switches, but it would be great to hear what you think about them and how they compare to the Cherry MX versions.

[@DuragVince-]

I'm interested in the Q1. If I get it barebone, where can I find decent switches and keycaps?

[@nizo7651]

Why didn't you recomend any full sized keyboards...????

[@twinkelplayer498]

Exactly my question, I hate how gaming keyboards are going in this direction

[@R.SuccessNetwork]

Great video! I really want a Keychron Q1. Also, what keycaps are those that he had on the GMMK Pro? Those are sick!

[@guilhermesa1086]

hwat are the keycaps that your using in the Q1?

[@blazetecson715]

Finally, I made it in less than 30 comments! Anyway, I want to say great content man and I’m a great fan! Keep it up 👍

[@Botzz28]

What’s the best thocky pre build keyboard these days ?

[@stanislaslipski5255]

The keychron Q1 is the only easy option i found on a custom keyboard with a iso French Layout. For this reason i rated him slightly above the GMMK Pro. I'm a very enthousiat and satisfied user and i will highly recommand it for every ISO layout users who want to go for a custom keyboard!

[@Crazyflow24]

This is awesome can you do a monitor one for black Friday ?

[@TyBWN]

Greta video!! Now where do we snag the hoodie at?? 🤨

[@Boeing767DriverAA]

Love the Hoodie Im going with the Backwidow Thx Frank

[@Baither]

opinions on corsair k100 optical? I'm still considering razer huntsman v2 optical. which one should I get ?

[@noahmerrill8165]

I’ve had the ducky one 2 mini for a couple years, I like these but what I have right now is just fine it works as well as it did when I first got it

[@raaags338]

I got my Blackwidow V3 Mini earlier this week before coming across this video and I'm loving it so far. A 65% was something I didn't know I needed so badly! This video doesn't even do the yellow switches justice either. They just sound so amazing. #4 on the year from an impulse buy ain't too shabby! Also got it on sale for $120 at Best Buy.

[@wolfsiezfps]

You still using it ?

[@raaags338]

@@wolfsiezfps Yup still love it, only thing with it is sometimes the wireless dongle connection gets interrupted so if I'm gaming I'll use it wired to take away that risk.

[@wolfsiezfps]

@@raaags338 I hope they make a Mercury edition, what switches are you using ?

[@danmar007]

The cute tiny Falchion is C$200+. That's insane.

[@PeteLewton]

Love the video(s). Definitely put me down the mechanical keyboard rabbit hole (am now typing on a GMMK pro, so nice).

[@SaifyChaudhry]

Hey I am thinking of getting that board. Did you do any mods? If not, how is it without mods?

[@PeteLewton]

@@SaifyChaudhry loving it so far, I ordered the switch sample pack to get a feel for my preference. I went with the gateron browns for a good mix of gaming and productivity. So, no real mods needed, it’s been great.

[@SaifyChaudhry]

@@PeteLewton Perfect! Definitely convinced on getting it now. I have two more questions. Which color did you get? And how long did glorious take to ship? You help is massively appreciated.

[@PeteLewton]

@@SaifyChaudhry It took about a week for it to arrive. I went with black and the aura keycaps.