PC Peripherals Help in Mechanical keyboard selection

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Dark Star

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My Portronics Hydra 10 mechanical keyboard has stated dying on me (barely 1.5y old) with many keys becoming either completely dud or needs multiple push to get it working. Perils of choosing a cheap brand.

Now I am looking for new M-keybord. I don't want to make the same mistake so I want theses.

1. Hot swappable for both switch and keys.
2. I don't use the numeric keypad so I will be limiting my size to 65-75%.
3. Metal construction preferred.
4. Good sound, lubes and damping will be added bonus.

Budget - 5-6.5k

Some options I glanced upon --

1. AULA F75 75% Wireless Mechanical Keyboard- https://www.amazon.in/AULA-F75-Mechanical-Swappable-Pre-lubed/dp/B0CYZHC69C/?th=1
2. Mckeys 65% - https://meckeys.com/category/keyboard/65-keyboard/

TIA
 
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Dark Star said:
My Portronics Hydra 10 mechanical keyboard has stated dying on me (barely 1.5y old) with many keys becoming either completely dud or needs multiple push to get it working. Perils of choosing a cheap brand.

Now I am looking for new M-keybord. I don't want to make the same mistake so I want theses.

1. Hot swappable for both switch and keys.
2. I don't use the numeric keypad so I will be limiting my size to 65-75%.
3. Metal construction preferred.
4. Good sound, lubes and damping will be added bonus.

Some options I glanced upon --

1. AULA F75 75% Wireless Mechanical Keyboard- https://www.amazon.in/AULA-F75-Mechanical-Swappable-Pre-lubed/dp/B0CYZHC69C/?th=1
2. Mckeys 65% - https://meckeys.com/category/keyboard/65-keyboard/

TIA
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Once Check Madlions Mad 60/68 He series keyboard. Aula F75 is good but RGB light is bad at night time.
I have AULA F75 Blue & green color keyboard.
 
RawFuel said:
Can you also mention the desired budget range? The suggestions will greatly vary depending on how much you're willing to spend.
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I distinctively remember writing it down but Alas! I missed it.

Budget is 5k might stretch to 6-6.5k, not more than that. I really miss access to Aliexpess in times like these.
 
I have to say this, Portronics products are really bad in longevity. I stay away from them even when they are the cheaper option. That being said is there really a reason behind preferring metal body apart from durability because keyboards with plastic construction have become quite durable and sturdy. The major difference between plastic vs metal body has to be the sound but since you are looking into lubes and damping it won't/shouldn't matter.

Dark Star said:
many keys becoming either completely dud or needs multiple push to get it working.
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Just in case, have you tried cleaning the switches with IPA?

Also asking around in IMKC discord server could help you decide better which one to get. That is if you aren't already there and sorry no keyboard suggestions from my side, I'm a newbie myself.
 
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