Affordable mechanical keyboard

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iPwnz

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Not "gaming keyboard" per se but I'm looking for a decent mechanical keyboard. Switches I prefer Brown. I like Cherry MX Browns and Gateron Browns. Reds are also fine.

Regarding the keyboard models I really like the design of the Reddragon K617 Fizz 60%
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But it's only 60% and I need the arrow keys for work-related purposes. Regarding the lighting/RGB I don't need RGB. Mono led is fine if it's white or blue. I like customizable option and hate fixed-zone lighting.

My old keyboard was a Cooler Master Masterkeys Pro L.
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It was my favourite. It had everything that I needed. Full-sized, Cherry MX switches and White-backlit led keys. It was perfection in my eyes. I would love to buy a used one again if I could.

If I cannot find one I'm simply going to buy a membrane. I don't have the budget even for mid-tier models. If a new piece costs about 3k then I'm going to look for used one under 2k.
 
I don't have enough experience with these. The cheaper stuff is usually not good but I hope someone with experience can chime in.

Some cheap stuff-
1. Limited-time deal: amazon basics Pro Series Mechanical Keyboard with Drive Customization | RGB LED Lights | Media Control Knob | High-Response Mechanical Switches | Wrist Support | Durable Keycaps | Plug & Play (Black) https://amzn.in/d/4wncqwi
2. Limited-time deal: MageGee Mini 60% Gaming Keyboard, Rgb Backlit 61 Key Ultra-Compact Keyboard, Ts91 Ergonomic Waterproof Mechanical Feeling Office Computer Keyboard For Pc, Mac, Ps4, Xbox One Gamer, Wired (Black) https://amzn.in/d/eTmH4tP
 
I have found in my experience that a great membrane keyboard is much better than an entry level mechanical keyboard if you are okay with the sound.
 
It's not that I don't like membrane keyboard but when you use it a lot they tend to break down often. But with mechanical switches I can smash as hard as I can and it will still be okay! This helps a lot when you play games and get frustrated so you type thousand words in just a few seconds!
I'm implying good quality switches like Cherry MX. My old keyboard came with MX Red. I don't know how other switches fare which is why I'm hesitant to spend so much on it.
 
iPwnz said:
I've placed an order for a MageGee keyboard from the market section.
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Which keyboard exactly? Because if you bought the MageGee Mini its 60% without arrow keys which you said you needed.

seibott said:
I have found in my experience that a great membrane keyboard is much better than an entry level mechanical keyboard if you are okay with the sound.
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While some membranes are better than others they all have sticky keys in my opinion or at least they feel like sticky whereas mechanical keys are very crisp, in sound and feel both. If you have not used mechanical keyboards before then membranes will feel okay but if you have tried mechanical you wouldn't wanna go back to membrane. Best thing going for them was that they were cheap and affordable, now mechanical keyboards have become affordable as well.
 
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YeAhx said:
Which keyboard exactly? Because if you bought the MageGee Mini its 60% without arrow keys which you said you needed.
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MK Star TKL.
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FS: Keyboard and Mice Thread 'Mechanical Keyboards (Magegee MK-Star, K617 Fizz), Switches (Quark Matte Linear)'

Item 1 (₹ 1,300): Magegee MK-Star TKL Keyboard with Red Switches, Pink & White colorway
87-key TKL Layout Mechanical keyboard with linear switches (Jixian Red). USB connectivity only, no software needed, everything is controlled via keyboard hotkeys. White north-facing LED backlight with shine-through keycaps. Nice pink/peach colorway. Great starter keyboard, definitely not enthusiast level.
  • Equivalent Amazon link: https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0CCXKPM64
  • Original Purchase Price: ₹ 2,699 (purchased from Amazon, invoice included)
  • Asking Price, firm: ₹ 1,300 (includes...
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YeAhx said:
While some membranes are better than others they all have sticky keys in my opinion or at least they feel like sticky whereas mechanical keys are very crisp, in sound and feel both. If you have not used mechanical keyboards before then membranes will feel okay but if you have tried mechanical you wouldn't wanna go back to membrane. Best thing going for them was that they were cheap and affordable, now mechanical keyboards have become affordable as well.
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Yes, that's a common problem with membranes.
I really wanted MX Browns or Gateron Browns but no luck.
 
iPwnz said:
MK Star TKL.
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Looks great and seems like you got a good deal as well but I'm worried for it's durability. Reviewers said it's not hot-swappable. I own the k617 fizz as well and while it's great for gaming I do miss the arrow keys so trying to find the next best thing that's affordable.

iPwnz said:
I really wanted MX Browns or Gateron Browns but no luck.
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MX browns are the best switches in my opinion but I haven't tried that many different keyboards.
What brand switches does the MK Star TKL comes with? I can see it's blue switches but no where it says which brand. Also the product page doesn't exactly give confidence because it has spelling mistakes and the user manual for it is unreadable and small. lol
 
Seems like generic switches like those Kailh switches.
Regarding the keyboard unless you are obsessed with using reputed old brands there are so many for 3-4k.
 
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