Overview
With the rise of video games, more and more people are getting into knowing how to build a PC or finding the best setup for the most optimal for a gaming session. Not only is the PC essential for a gamer to play a game, but the other devices such as, mouse, headset, keyboards are also important in the performance of a player.
And that is why, we are making the best gaming keyboard under $150, to give gamers who are looking for a gaming keyboard to pair with their dream PC setup for both performance and design.
Gamer’s choices
Reviews
Keychron K6 Bluetooth 5.1
When people talk about a PC keyboard, more often than not, everyone will be thinking about the classical design of the big and chunky, full numpads and functions keys. However, the gaming keyboard scene has now changed immensely, smaller keyboard sizes are now more popular than ever. Such is the case with the Keychron K6, with a compact 65% layout and has Gateron G Pro Brown Switch for a packed down set up if you are short in space for your gaming set up. The Keychron has a 4000 mAh big battery, which is one of the biggest in mechanical keyboards. Two level adjustable feet and inclined bottom frame provides a great ergonomic support for long lasting typing comfort.
Logitech G915 TKL
Continuing with the small and compact builds on this list, we have the Logitech G915. This is a product of Logitech, which is one of the most well known brands relating to gaming, this goes to show the quality of this keyboard. Unlike the Keychron, this keyboard is a bit larger with a 75% layout, with more room between keys. Not only that, the keyboard itself has dedicated media controls with a precision engineered, edgeless volume wheel providing convenient and easy control to quickly play, pause, skip or mute your media. The G915 has many options for switches for all types of people, from clicky to complete silent tactile switches, all in low profile for the most accurate gaming performance.
Razer Huntsman Elite
Razer keyboards have always been on the hot plate considering their products have always either been a hit or miss in the last few years. However, with the improvements of their own green razer switches of keyboard, this notion has completely shifted. Razer’s Optical switches use light-based actuation, registering key presses at the speed of light with satisfying, clicky feedback. Like the G915, this also has its own media keys for a better experience on not only gaming, and this is combline with the armrest that goes with the keyboard itself. It supports up to 100 million clicks with a 2 year manufacturer warranty, double the lifespan of most competitor keyboards.
Akko world tour Japan
The land of Japan has always fascinated a multitude of people, from the culture to the language, the masses' love for Japan has never seemed to have fallen. Because of this, Akko has made a commemorative keyboard design to showcase the beauty of the land of rising sun. Though it has a 75% compact layout, that is enough to strike the interest of keyboard enjoyers with its colorful keycaps and design. Not only that, it uses Akko’s own 2nd gen pink liniar switches that gives a smooth and silent typing and gaming session.
FAQs
Do you need a mechanical keyboard for gaming?
If you are just looking for a simple gaming experience with no need for fast response time or want a clicky feeling and RGBs, then it is completely fine to just go with a membrane keyboard. However, if you want an optimal and fun experience while gaming, then a mechanical keyboard really goes a long way. The feeling of typing and gaming is a life changing experience if you have only been using membrane. Plus, it’s more visually pleasing.
How much money should I spend on a mechanical keyboard?
This really depends on what you are looking for and the quality of your keyboard build. Most of the common gaming keyboards that are of decent quality these days, go for somewhere around 30$-50$. But higher quality builds often go for somewhere around 100$, not to mention custom keyboards that can go for thousands of dollars. So it really depends on your budget and needs.
Do switches wear out quickly?
The standard gaming keyboard these days has a lifespan of 20-50 million clicks. If you are an advent gamer that plays most of the popular games these days like LoL or Valorant, combined with either office work or other activities that involve clicking a lot, then it will still last you for more than 7 years on average. So there is no need to worry. But this does not mean that you should go and smash your keyboard over, you should still want to keep it maintained.
With this list, we have given you our thoughts on what are the best keyboards under 150$, If we have missed any that are your favorite or think that is better, be sure to leave a comment down below.
