Which of these two keyboards should you select?
Which of these two keyboards should you select?
Hey!
I searched for some attractive keyboards and came across this site. Now I need to pick between these two options: one is a bundle with a mouse, and the other is a bit pricier but looks really nice (at least I thought so, haha).
The expensive one is the K900 RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard.
The other one comes with a mouse:
Rainbow Backlight Keyboard + Mouse Set.
What do you think? And if you have any other ideas, let me know.
It's worth mentioning your location. Both items you mentioned have US pricing, but the UK/Euro format suggests they might not be intended for the US. The listings seem more aligned with European standards rather than American ones.
Regarding your query, neither product appears to be satisfactory. The first one doesn't seem genuine mechanical and is significantly overpriced for a membrane-based board with a supposed "mechanical feel." It's misleading to label it as a mechanical board, and the description contradicts itself.
The second option is inexpensive, but it falls below a reasonable standard for a gaming board and mouse. It doesn't meet expectations in terms of quality.
The keyboards I prefer and currently use are...
It's worth mentioning the country you're in. Both items you shared have US pricing, but the layout is UK/Euro style, which implies your location might not be in the US. This makes the site's content seem less relevant to your region, and it raises some concerns.
Regarding your inquiry, neither option appears satisfactory. The first one doesn't hold up as a genuine mechanical board and seems overly priced for a membrane-style design with a supposed "mechanical feel." Calling it a mechanical board is misleading, and labeling it as such while describing it as a membrane is questionable.
The second option is affordable, but the price seems too low to expect a gaming board and mouse that can last.
Personally, I prefer the Bloody brand for keyboards. They use their own LK Light Strike switches—optical with laser technology for rapid key activation. The one you're considering has a 2ms response time and is tested for over a million presses. The Bloody boards I'm referring to feature a 0.2ms activation time and are rated for up to 100 million presses. They also employ a box-style switch, which minimizes wobble compared to standard switches.
TechPowerUp, a trusted review platform, tested the Bloody LK Optical switches and found them to be among the fastest. The B840 model I own comes with excellent software for macros or key disable functions, which can be useful in games like Doom Eternal. Disabling the Tilde key helped resolve persistent issues I had.
Additionally, pay attention to the regional key layout format. Both boards you mentioned use UK/Euro style, where the Enter key is tall and narrow, affecting the shape and placement of adjacent keys. Bloody offers versions in both North American and UK/Euro layouts. You might not find a North American layout available in your area, though.
Amazon lists the B840 model I own for $9 more than the Red Thunder you mentioned, but it's a significantly larger board and offers genuine mechanical performance.
Bloody Keyboards
http://www.bloodyusa.com/products.php?pid=11
Bloody B840 Amazon Price
https://www.amazon.com/BLOODY-B840-...keyboard&qid=1577491703&s=electronics&sr=1-1
Bloody B840 TechPowerUp Review
Bloody B840 Keyboard Review
Bloody is a newly launched gaming peripheral brand by A4Tech. Today, we examine their latest B840 keyboard featuring the updated optical Bloody LK2 switch. It offers long durability, rapid response times, and a satisfying click—features uncommon for optical switches.
www.techpowerup.com
Please be aware that the B840 comes in only amber-colored key lighting, though RGB versions are available. They also have decent mice, although I haven't personally tested them.