Reddit mentions of HyperX Alloy FPS Pro - Tenkeyless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - 87-Key, Ultra-Compact Form Factor - Linear & Quiet - Cherry MX Red - Red LED Backlit (HX-KB4RD1-US/R1)

Just look for "tenkeyless" keyboards, that's the official term for keyboards without numpads. I'd recommend this one.

I would recommend this, I have been using this at my office and no regrets at all.

HyperX Alloy FPS Tenkeyless keyboard https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B074F5L8GQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_3FoYDbC7N3H7B

I also have the full pro version at my home office. But the above one is perfect for initial taste.

https://www.amazon.com/HyperX-Alloy-FPS-Pro-Ultra-Compact/dp/B074F5L8GQ/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=hyperx+keyboard+fps+pro&qid=1569756366&sr=8-3


I really enjoy this one. Simple and feels great. Not too badly priced either in my opinion. What is the budget?

All HyperX keyboards are on a deal right now at Amazon.

Alloy Elite RGB @ 8499

[HyperX Alloy Elite RGB (Brown)]
(https://www.amazon.in/HyperX-HX-KB2BR2-US-R1-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B078DDZLW7)

HyperX Alloy Elite RGB (Blue)

HyperX Alloy Elite RGB (Red)

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HyperX Alloy Elite Red Led (Red) @ 7599

HyperX Alloy FPS Pro Tenkeyless (Red) @ 4999

[HyperX Alloy FPS Full Sized (Red)]
(https://www.amazon.in/HyperX-HX-KB1RD1-NA-Mechanical-Gaming-Keyboard/dp/B01NCX88FQ/) @ 4999

HyperX Alloy FPS Pro Tenkeyless Mechanical - Used to be $80 now $60. 10hrs left on sale. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074F5L8GQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_.IigAbW1W18ZX

okay for TKL boards I'll throw a few options ranging from super budget to a smidge over your budget.

$28 no backlight, blue switches (loud, clicky)
$45 RGB backlight, blue switches (loud, clicky)
$70 red backlight, MX red switches (linear, not as loud, "name brand" switches)
$80 RGB, MX red switches (linear, name brand switches)
$99 blue led. range of cherry MX switches (my personal favourites are brown or silver)

the AUKey and reddragon boards are both good 'beginner' boards to get you into the world of mechanical keybs without too much of an initial outlay.

also worth noting, if keycaps etc are a bonus for you I would steer clear of Corsair boards (i have a k65 and trying to find any keycaps that come with corsairs stupid non standard bottom row is an exercise in frustration.)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KUAMCV4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_FJ3OCbXJEF92Q




https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074F5L8GQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ZI3OCbPX8ZA03


Two solid options

Not saying i recommend it exactly but this is mine and i like it HyperX Alloy FPS Pro - Tenkeyless... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074F5L8GQ?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I have the HyperX Allow FPS Pro, it's 10 keyless and switches feel great.

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amazon

Amazon has much more variety.

• Redragon K552
  
• Granvela MechanicalEagle Z-77
  
• AUKEY Mechanical Keyboard
  
• Eagletec KG010
  
• HyperX Alloy FPS Pro (~$97 SGD shipped; but HyperX is a realiable brand)

Dayum, that's a lot of money for a Magicforce using mystery (Outemu) switches.


The HyperX's are in your budget and come with cherry switches (not that they are the poo anymore)

https://www.amazon.ca/HyperX-Tenkeyless-Mechanical-HX-KB4RD1-US-R1/dp/B074F5L8GQ/ref=sr_1_15_sspa?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1539365345&sr=1-15-spons&keywords=mechanical&refinements=p_36%3A12035762011&psc=1

HyperX Alloy FPS Pro

You can select any color for the RGB keys as long as it’s red.

Alright, thanks! Also, sorry if this is a dumb question, but I'm new to mechanical keyboards so I want to be 100% sure before I buy anything. Does that mean they're compatible with this keyboard?

https://www.amazon.ca/HyperX-Tenkeyless-Mechanical-HX-KB4RD1-US-R1/dp/B074F5L8GQ/ref=sr_1_4?crid=15OQMFM7P4AYL&keywords=tkl+mechanical+keyboard&qid=1564421336&s=gateway&sprefix=tkl+mech%2Caps%2C140&sr=8-4

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If you can find one, the Cooler Master MasterKeys Pro S.

Otherwise, the HyperX is a great choice.

I've never gotten this question, and I've never really outright asked. What is a "gaming keyboard" for you guys? Is it snazzy lights? A cool logo?

You can get pretty much anything beyond a specific logo on any non-gaming keyboards. You can get media controls on pretty much any keyboard, more or less. You can get non-gaming keyboards full-sized, or TKL with a separate numpad, or a 60% and learn to use Function layers more (which is what I do, and have done, for a while, for both gaming and other functionality on a computer). You can get RGB lights on keyboards that aren't designated as "gaming" keyboards (though, admittedly, these are mostly custom keyboards, as mass-produced, mainstream, ready-made keyboards are usually designated "gaming" keyboards when they have RGB lights).

The only thing I'd recommend you look out for is to make sure it has mechanical switches, because their lifespan is much longer (than typical rubber domes on most keyboards). Mechanical keyboards last years upon years upon years, and the switches can be replaced individually (should they fail) if you're up to open the keyboard's case; on the flipside, if you want a snazzy "gaming(TM)" keyboard, then those very often see early failures in the individual LED lights that make up the RGB lighting, which are far more failure-prone.

tl;dr: Pretty much any good keyboard is also a good gaming keyboard, because good keyboards are defined by their switches and their durability; media controls aren't really used in gaming anyway, and are usually substituted with Function layer keys anyway.

Also, looking around Canadian Amazon, I realized 150 CAD is a bit less than I thought (seeing as I'm used to dealing with pounds and euros), but you could just get something like this, which is at a very reasonable price (though I haven't used this keyboard myself). On the flipside, I would warn you against keyboards like this one, which say they use "Cherry MX Blue Equivalent" switches, because the "equivalent" - especially when they don't name the switch and just say it's "Custom mechanical switches" - usually means they're some really low-quality switches, and you might find them not being nearly as durable, and feeling really weird and mushy right out of the box.

For other alternate options, you could consider this one, or something like this, if you don't care about RGB lights (because it has a few less noticeable (but more useful, in my opinion) features, like double-shot PBT keycaps, which take much, much longer to wear out and develop a "shine" on the keys; and a USB type-C connector, which is really just more convenient and more durable than the old(er) microUSB or whatever other connector a given keyboard has). It has a Space Grey colour option as well.

At the end of the day, all you need to really consider is the size of the keyboard (which you can make a bit easier for yourself by getting a separate numpad, should you really need one), the switches (which will change how the keys feel when you press them down), and programmability (i.e. whether the keys can all be re-binded or not). Everything else is tertiary, and mostly just vanity.

I bought this one a year ago or two and its amazing. I recommend it to my friends and they all like it too.
https://www.amazon.com/HyperX-Alloy-FPS-Pro-Ultra-Compact/dp/B074F5L8GQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=Hyperx+keyboard&qid=1564508732&s=gateway&sr=8-3

I recently bought a similar looking HyperX Alloy FPS Pro. It's lacking RGB, but the red lights are somewhat customizable and it has Cherry MX Red switches. I've been really liking it for gaming and programming. Currently $10 more on Amazon. You can probably find a similar keyboard from HyperX with Cherry MX switches and RGB. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074F5L8GQ/

Here are the gaming keyboards I recommended for Eurogamer.

• For your particular case, I'd suggest the HyperX Alloy FPS Pro; I really like this keyboard and it's $70 on Amazon.
  
  
• I've also tested the Drevo Tyrfing V2 and found it a good choice at $50; it has more features than the FPS Pro but perhaps isn't quite as well-made.
  
  
• Finally, the keyboard I'm using at the moment is the iKBC CD87 at $77, which comes with great-feeling (and expensive) PBT keycaps and is built like a tank.

> Das isn't worth it you canhave better for lezs or the same money

Can you give some examples?

Edit: looking at buying the Hyper X FPS Pro Tenkeyless

Any good budget competitors to something like the HyperX Alloy FPS Pro that have MX Reds? Looking for a cheap option with backlighting and Red switches. Thanks!

$70 currently

I've been deciding on two keyboard the new "HyperX Alloy FPS Pro" with Cherry switches or the Ducky ONE TKL RGB Silver Cherry MX switches What are the differences? And do Speeds have a better reaction time than the Cherry MX reds?

First off, thanks to everybody asking/answering questions, I have learned a lot from this thread. I have a couple of questions (looking for my first mechanical keyboard for a mix of gaming and typing, so sorry if they are dumb/repetitive):

1. Would getting a keyboard with Cherry MX Red switches be fine for gaming and typing for work at home? I want Cherry MX Brown, but one of the keyboards I'm looking at (HyperX Alloy FPS Pro) only comes in Red and I was wondering if it really makes that big of a difference that it would be more difficult to type with.
   
2. Is tenkeyless recommended? Any problems/advantages that come with a tenkeyless or full-size keyboard that I should know about (other than the shorter distance between keyboard and mouse with tenkeyless)?
   
   I am looking at these two keyboards in particular:
   HyperX Alloy FPS Pro Tenkeyless Cherry MX Red for $80
   Cooler Master MasterKeys S PBT Tenkeyless Cherry MX Brown or Red for $80
   
   Does anybody know any cheaper or better alternatives? I've done a lot of research and looked around a bunch on the wikis of this subreddit, but I was hoping for some personalized advice because I don't want to shell out $80+ and end up being dissatisfied with my choice. Thanks so much!

The keyboard that's out in the open is a Logitech K780, while the keyboard underneath the shelf stand is a Hyper X Allow FPS Pro Cherry MX Red

you mean your budget is 60-65 dollars? i'd reccomend this one, it's 70 so its only 5 dollars above your range. if you can save up, i'd reccomend a ducky one 2 keyboard.

What do you mean by non-standard bottom row? It looks pretty standard.

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B074F5L8GQ/?tag=pcp0f-20

Unless you're talking about the function key down there. I don't really mind that because I am using a Anne Pro 60% keyboard right now and I'm used to the function key.

Edit: Ducky has fn key too.

Are any of These Keyboards available with a German layout? (QWERTZ)

https://www.amazon.com/HyperX-Alloy-FPS-Pro-Ultra-Compact/dp/B074F5L8GQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=tkl%2Bkeyboard&pd_rd_r=9ebefc17-4b5e-48a7-913e-3d61f65b685e&pd_rd_w=uOcFN&pd_rd_wg=iWJsz&pf_rd_p=bbfc4166-8a66-4c8f-87f6-af4f0436ec26&pf_rd_r=SBPJ84A0Q7Y6ER3P5FRG&qid=1567334242&s=gateway&sr=8-3&th=1&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/DREVO-BladeMaster-Mechanical-Keyboard-Programmable/dp/B07F1QQD8T/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=Drevo+Blademaster+TE+87+K+DE+Layout&qid=1567334412&s=gateway&sr=8-4

https://www.amazon.com/KM360-Professional-Cherry-Red-White/dp/B07X4Y5RDC/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?keywords=G.skill%2BKM360&qid=1567334210&s=gateway&sr=8-2&th=1&psc=1

btw that hyperx alloy fps pro for 96k points,u can buy on amazon for like 69-70$

hyper x alloy fps pro

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074F5L8GQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_l8i8CbYBCQ741

Great tenkeyless keyboard with cherry red switches and great build quality.

Hi all. I haven't owned a mechanical keyboard before, but am looking to upgrade from my bulky membrane one. Looking at TKL, red switch, and backlit, and under $80. I've looked at the guides and they were super helpful as well. I am deciding between the HyperX Alloy FPS PRO, CoolerMaster CK530 (found through the guide), and the Corsair K63. Apart from aesthetics, do you guys see any red flags for these keyboards?

Also, from what I've been reading it seems like the red switches would be better for more rapid use compared to the brown switches. Are the brown switches quieter however? Thanks.

https://www.amazon.com/HyperX-Alloy-FPS-Pro-Ultra-Compact/dp/B074F5L8GQ ok-ish quality

Top quality + available with cherry MX red silent https://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=search_list&s[title]=Y&s[short_desc]=Y&s[full_desc]=Y&s[sku]=Y&s[match]=all&s[cid]=0&s[search]=Varmilo+va87m

The Ducky Macros are quite extensive as far as "traditional" macros go. I don't know how that Razer thing works, but you most certainly won't be able to use any macros via FN with it. If you're using an external software, I'd just use AutoHotkey anyway.

Seems like the HyperX is a lot cheaper.

https://www.amazon.com.au/HyperX-Alloy-FPS-Pro-Ultra-Compact/dp/B074F5L8GQ

For that price I'd go with the HyperX.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074F5L8GQ/?tag=pcpapi-20. Corsair and razer keyboards have non standard bottom rows so you can’t really buy better keycaps cause they won’t fit. This hyperx keyboard has a standard bottom row and a detachable cable

HyperX Alloy FPS Red RGB with Cherry MX Red Switches @₹6672. No complaints with the keyboard so far, except the keys get a bit shiny after using for a few weeks

this good enough? my friend has it and says it’s solid.

/u/LifelongCaboose I'm debating between this keyboard and this one. Should I go for this posted one? One of the other comments said that Gateron switches are superior?

Unfortunately Redragon only carries Outemu Blue switches.
If you can sacrifice RGB for price, here are some recommendations.


Velocifire TKL02: https://www.amazon.com/VELOCIFIRE-TKL02-Mechanical-Copywriters-Programmers/dp/B07DFBKYT5/ref=sr_1_14?crid=40PZNVPVZBZK&keywords=brown+switch+keyboard&qid=1566626313&s=gateway&sprefix=brown+switch%2Celectronics%2C175&sr=8-14
I own one of these that was passed down from a friend, the body is a bit different but the switches make for some overall really great typing experiences. I use this when I'm trying to be quiet at night personally.


HyperX Alloy FPS Pro: https://www.amazon.com/HyperX-Alloy-FPS-Pro-Ultra-Compact/dp/B074F5L8GQ/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=red+switch+keyboard&qid=1566626478&s=gateway&sr=8-5
This is an option for genuine Cherry MX Red.
Personally one of my favorite boards and is completely justified by the price. Most mechanicals that carry genuine Cherry MX Reds are gonna be a bit pricier in this range, but this is one of your only budget options if you want to try and avoid the scratchier Outemu Reds.


E-Element Z-88: https://www.amazon.com/Element-Mechanical-Gaming-Keyboard-Switch/dp/B07CMNZRKP/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=red+switch+keyboard&qid=1566626617&s=gateway&smid=A5DH81C821W8U&sr=8-7
The Z-88 is another budget option for Outemu Reds and probably a board I've enjoyed the most out of every board that has the Outemu Red switch in them.
White may not be your color but the boards layout makes if very space saver friendly and offers the red switches that are better working in this board.
I think the Outemu Reds in this board feeling a tad better have something to do with the way to body of the board was built though.

Ok, I'm going to go with the RED's and see if I can avoid bottoming out. Amazon has the easiest return policy so I can test one out from there and fall back on the Brown's if need be. But I could use some feedback on the brands I've found. There is one by HyperX Alloy, Corsair,and Cool Master, which I'm leaning towards:

HyperX Alloy:
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B074F5L8GQ/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=I3019CKXYTT217&colid=2SP7WUOPZKFVJ&psc=0

Corsair:
https://www.amazon.ca/Corsair-Gaming-Mechanical-Keyboard-Cherry/dp/B06XC1WNPT/ref=sr_1_6?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1518336343&sr=1-6&keywords=cherry%2Bmx%2Bred%2Bkeyboard&th=1

Cooler Master
https://www.amazon.ca/MasterKeys-Tenkeyless-Mechanical-Keyboard-Switches/dp/B072JBFJB4/ref=sr_1_8?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1518336343&sr=1-8&keywords=cherry+mx+red+keyboard

All three are billed as gaming keyboards but I'm mainly trying them out for typing. The Cool Master doesn't look very fancy but I don't need the lights and it says I can switch the keys around for Dorvak and Workman layouts for making typing even easier (I'm just learning about this now). Unless those other two are supposed to be way better?

I know the switch itself should be the same across boadrs but these 'PBT' keys on the Cool Master, the thicker keys, that doesn't affect force required? A review of a CoolMaster said "PBT keycaps feel a lot more substantial than ABS keycaps, and Cooler Master has made them feel even more solid by making them 1.5mm thick." I'm just wondering if by 'more' substantial he means a bit heavier to press down or not. If so I'll go with the HyperX Alloy.

Anyone have any experience with these?