Reddit reviews Redragon K552 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard 60% Compact 87 Key Kumara Wired Cherry MX Blue Switches Equivalent for Windows PC Gamers (Not Backlit Black)

Thanks for the post. I'm going to grab it to compare it to some other more expensive keyboards.

Also, I'm almost positive this is just the aukey branded version of the reddragon kumara keyboard. I'm assuming they all come from the same factory.

Kumara for reference

The only difference I can see is the keys on the kumara keyboard appear to be more sunken in, if that makes any sense.

Looks like it's $27 if you get it without a backlight. I just bought one:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LXD7TP9

All Lightning Deals so they will only last as long as there's stock left for the sale.

TKL with no backlighting for $22.94 : https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LXD7TP9/ref=ox_sc_act_title_4?smid=AXZ7TDMJNMJSZ&psc=1

TKL with Red Backlighting for $25.49 : https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B016MAK38U/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=AXZ7TDMJNMJSZ&psc=1

TKL with Rainbow Backlighting for $29.74 : https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LZN7MLE/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=AXZ7TDMJNMJSZ&psc=1

TKL with RGB Backlighting for $36.54 : https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B019O9BLVY/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?smid=AXZ7TDMJNMJSZ&psc=1

Magicforce 68 can be had for around $40. Redragon K551/K552 are decent larger options, for as low as $27 with no backlighting.

A few decent options on Amazon right now:

AUKEY KM-G9 - $26.99

Redragon K552-N - $26.99

Redragon K552 Red LED - $29.99

TECWARE Phantom - $39.99

E-Element Z-77 RGB - $39.99

Magicforce 68 is one of the most solid "beginner" boards around, they're really good for the price.

The Drevo Gramr is $3 more. It looks smaller, but it has the same keys as a TKL just condensed a little bit.

Rantopad MXX is also a good choice.

or the Redragon K552 is $10 cheaper without the numpad, though I believe this keyboard uses Kailh switches (the old ones are very bad) so I'm not sure if I'd actually recommend it.

So, here's a quick list of boards, from amazon. I went with them for a search on mechanical boards, and filtered by 4 stars +, and read some of the critical reviews and sort through the ones that seemed to be overwhelmingly positive, with no "i did this for a kickback" though they no longer allow that, those reviews still skew it. Next, I went with brands that, well I had heard of. I just so happened to have seen or read reviews on boards from these companies, and while they often get the board for free in these situations, I still have seen them in action, or seen critical reviews of a product from them before. So, would venture to say these are probably some of the more... okay brands, of these "cheap" brands. Now, I included mostly TKL boards, since they happen to be cheaper, and I also included a "wireless" and quite a few backlit ones. I know you said that didn't matter, but they were within budget at met the review requirements, and your other reqs, albeit at typically higher prices. Also, I tried not to include the scam of "mechanical feeling."

So, from here, I'll list them. And you should understand you can buy boards from Newegg, fry's, microcenter, target etc.... and you can try to find your own with these tips. I simply used Amazon because it offers free shipping on most items over $25 even without prime. As well, they tend to be... somewhat responsible for their sellers.

TKL, no Backlight, Blue Switches:

https://www.amazon.com/AUKEY-Mechanical-Keyboard-Tenkeyless-Typewriter/dp/B072F23XM4/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1520215555&sr=8-14&keywords=Mechanical+Keyboard


https://www.amazon.com/TOMOKO-Water-Resistant-Mechanical-Keyboard-Non-Conflicting/dp/B01DBJTZU2/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1520215555&sr=8-7&keywords=Mechanical+Keyboard


https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-KUMARA-Backlit-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1520216151&sr=8-3&keywords=mechanical%2Bkeyboard&th=1


https://www.amazon.com/AUKEY-Mechanical-Keyboard-Resistant-Chromebook/dp/B06XKV8R9Z/ref=sr_1_21?ie=UTF8&qid=1520215658&sr=8-21&keywords=Mechanical+Keyboard&refinements=p_72%3A2661618011


Full size, no backlight, blue switch:

https://www.amazon.com/Mechanical-Illuminated-Industrial-backlighted-EagleTec/dp/B01LXKPV9D/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1520216151&sr=8-4&keywords=mechanical%2Bkeyboard&th=1


https://www.amazon.com/Keyboard-Mechanical-Redragon-illuminated-ABS-Metal/dp/B01LXD7STC/ref=sr_1_12?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1520216163&sr=1-12&keywords=mechanical%2Bkeyboard&th=1

Fullsize, brown switch, backlit:


https://www.amazon.com/Velocifire-Mechanical-Illuminated-Anti-ghosting-Copywriter/dp/B01M0QEYR4/ref=sr_1_19?ie=UTF8&qid=1520215658&sr=8-19&keywords=Mechanical+Keyboard&refinements=p_72%3A2661618011


TKL, backlit:

Brown:

https://www.amazon.com/Keyboard-Anti-ghosting-Mechanical-Multicolor-GOFREETECH/dp/B0789C52WX/ref=sr_1_37?ie=UTF8&qid=1520215691&sr=8-37&keywords=Mechanical+Keyboard&refinements=p_72%3A2661618011


Blue(over budget):

https://www.amazon.com/Keyboard-Mechanical-Redragon-illuminated-ABS-Metal/dp/B019O9BLVY/ref=sr_1_22?ie=UTF8&qid=1520215658&sr=8-22&keywords=Mechanical+Keyboard&refinements=p_72%3A2661618011

TKL Wireless browns:

https://www.amazon.com/Velocifire-Wireless-Mechanical-Copywriter-Programmer/dp/B076D5WVYG/ref=sr_1_37?ie=UTF8&qid=1520215691&sr=8-37&keywords=Mechanical+Keyboard&refinements=p_72%3A2661618011


60% blues:

https://www.amazon.com/Mechanical-Keyboard-68-Keys-Magicforce-Qisan/dp/B01E8KO2B0/ref=sr_1_47?ie=UTF8&qid=1520215691&sr=8-47&keywords=Mechanical+Keyboard&refinements=p_72%3A2661618011


Again, some things to keep in mind; add tax to most, if not all of these. I tried to keep them as far under $40 as I could, but the ones with decent reviews don't seem to go as low. As well, please feel free to do your own research. Or, if you want we can try on your preferred shopping site. Seek other users advice, maybe one of the mechanical keyboard subs will offer better advice. You absolutely do not have to buy any of these, nor do I get anything if you do. Also, please copy and paste the names of the boards for a youtube search, many of these low end boards send them out for review for coverage. Also, you could try doing a search yourself, just to check, "Mechanical keyboards" into amazon or whatever, and sort by reviews, and price, and avoid "MECHANICAL FEEL" at all costs, as it is not truely mechanical. I hope I've helped at least somewhat, and again, you absolutely don't have to settle on a link I provided, consider waiting for a sale, or observing this sub for a bit. Most of those boards likely hover around their price or will go lower.

Good luck, and I hope I've helped even a little. Let me know if I can help more.

Edit: Also, there's no need to rush into a buy at all, assuming you don't need one ASAP. Shop around, watch for deals on one you're interested, or just watch for new things to enter your price range.

If your'e really tight on money the one without LEDs is even cheaper

There are decent mechanical keyboards for less than $30.

https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-KUMARA-Backlit-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1522257027&sr=8-2&keywords=red%2Bdragon%2Bkeyboard&th=1

You can get a mechanical keyboard for $30. Don’t waste your money. https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-K552-N-Mechanical-Keyboard-Construction/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?keywords=redragon+mechanical+keyboard&qid=1558825566&s=gateway&sr=8-5

https://www.amazon.ca/Redragon-Mechanical-Keyboard-Illuminated-Construction/dp/B01LXD7STC/?th=1

https://www.amazon.ca/Redragon-KUMARA-Backlit-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B01LXD7TP9/?th=1

Redragon has some cheap quality mechanical boards, they're not cherry switches but they're just as good as far as I'm aware.

No idea about deals on the mouse side, but the G203 is a well regarded mouse and that seems like a decent deal.

K552 TKL mech no backlight $27

https://www.amazon.ca/Redragon-K552-N-Mechanical-Keyboard-Construction/dp/B01LXD7TP9/

I reccommend the redragon k552 or k555-r
Links:
https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-K552-N-KUMARA-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1485482262&sr=1-1&keywords=redragon+k552
https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-INDRAH-Backlit-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B01LY0NFAN/ref=sr_1_2?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1485482281&sr=1-2&keywords=redragon%2Bk553&th=1

this one? No mention of hotswappability

Nope, I've looked into those tho, just never pulled the trigger.

Right keyboard - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IZXXF92/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Left keyboard - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LXD7TP9/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

So I've used it a little now general use so far and I'm loving it! I swapped from a Razer Deathstalker Chroma (I know boo and hiss but it was a Christmas present from my grandma) so I'm not used to the action of it yet and I'm definitely going to need a wrist rest soon. It has some (what the page on amazon says) MX Cherry Green equivalent (read knockoff) but after taking some caps off and looking they're actually blue (if that means anything). I'll have to do a full write up on it after I've used it for a bit. But for a cheap mech its great. Here's a link as well Redragon K552-N Kamara

Maybe try this one.

I have the RGB version, and it is really nice for the price.

You can go ultra cheap for as low as 30$, with no backlighting Redragon Kumara with cherry blue equivalents, but for 6$ more you can get different backlight options. It has a metal backplate and surprisingly good quality. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awdo_rGPHzbE316WEP

I've only used this one personally. The keycaps are pretty cheap, and it's certainly nothing to write home about, but I still think it's pretty solid for the price. There may be better options though, this is just the only one I have direct experience with.

here are a couple mechanical keyboards for around 40$ i have the first one from mechanical eagle (typing on it right now its great) https://www.amazon.com/MechanicalEagle-Multicolor-Mechanical-Keyboard-Replaceable/dp/B01DBVH16U/ref=sr_1_2?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1487901926&sr=1-2&keywords=mechanical+eagle+mechanical+keyboard
if you dont like rainbow lights i would recommend https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-K552-N-KUMARA-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=sr_1_2?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1487902018&sr=1-2&keywords=red+dragon+kumara
and if you don't want loud mx blue switches: https://www.amazon.com/Velocifire-Mechanical-Keyboard-Illuminated-Anti-ghosting/dp/B01M0QEYR4/ref=sr_1_sc_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1487902052&sr=1-1-spell&keywords=velocofire+vm01

Hiraliy F300 Gaming Mouse ($17)

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Redragon K552-N Mechanical keyboard ($27)

$44 total. Cheaper than the Redragon $50 bundle and the mouse is better.

On your budget you don't need the lights on the normal K552, though you could grab that for a few dollars more if you really want them. The Redragon M711 Cobra is a good budget mouse option as well, same sensor. Though it may be a little more expensive, I didn't look. I like the Hiraliy a little better, the cord doesn't snag as much.

I really wouldn't go any cheaper on the keyboard or mouse, you could probably find a membrane keyboard or a slightly cheaper mouse and get the cost down to around $30 but it's really worth it to spend the extra money.

Non-LED for $28.79: https://www.amazon.ca/Redragon-KUMARA-Backlit-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B01LXD7TP9/?th=1

RGB for $34.39: https://www.amazon.ca/Redragon-KUMARA-Backlit-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B019O9BLVY/?th=1

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Looks pretty good. I would swap out the wifi card for this gigabyte one as it's better. Allows for a movable antenna and uses an Intel NIC for better performance.

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/tTdqqs/gigabyte-wireless-network-card-gcwb867di

As much as I love Nixeus, imo if you're going to go with a cheaper mechanical you might as well pick up some of the chinese ones. Redragon ones have been the popular budget pick, and will save you a good amount of money especially if you grab the non-backlit version(as the nixeus one is not backlit either)

https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-KUMARA-Backlit-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B01LXD7TP9/

Can't really speak for that mouse, but I'm generally not a fan of laser sensors. If you aren't gaming though, it'll probably do the job just fine.

I have this one with no backlights! No complaints and I've had it over a year now and use it daily. Here's the link to it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_rDGsDb3T3PKX8

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01MS8YTYX/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=I1N10PJOVVJ8P5&colid=16AO9YTA6G46O&psc=0

Only one I can think up off the top of my head. Only comes in Outemu Browns though. That and it uses a dongle, no BT.

Don't pull trigger right away though, someone may have something better.

I dunno if there is any wireless TKLs less than 30 US, but the wired form of this board is 10 less, but it seems out of stock and I can't access the link to it (Also brown only). If you really wanted blues, Redragon K552 uses Outemu blues only, although I don't personally like the bumped up logo and it is wired:

https://smile.amazon.com/Redragon-KUMARA-Backlit-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1518303738&sr=8-1&keywords=k552&th=1

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B01LXD7TP9/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1526681416&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=red%2Bdragon&dpPl=1&dpID=41j-vKWKFfL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1

Bought this a few months back and haven’t had any problems with it.

http://amzn.to/2m6FPQP bought em

This seems alright.

Sorry, I bought this one. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LXD7TP9/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You won't be able to pull that off with $50CAD. You can get a Redragon Kumara for $36, and a Rii M01 (with a PMW3360 sensor, which is amazing) for $31.

I'd go for the mouse over the keyboard first, and just save for the keyboard later on. Mouse>keyboard in terms of importance IMO.

If your gonna get a plain looking keyboard might as well save money and just get a red dragon https://www.amazon.ca/Redragon-KUMARA-Backlit-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1525370695&sr=8-1&keywords=red%2Bdragon%2Bkeyboard&th=1

The dock being used sells for $31. Most people already have an extra mouse & keyboard laying around somewhere, but you could buy a mechanical keyboard for $27 and [a gaming mouse] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FZ3BR5S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_dufQCbRZQTQCN) for $14, if necessary.

The cheapest computer I could find capable of running pubg was this refurbished desktop for $370, but you're really not going to have an enjoyable time playing a battle royale at 20-30 FPS. You're looking at around $750 for a solid entry level gaming pc worth buying, $1000+ for a fun experience.

$31 for the dock, $72 total if you need keyboard/mouse vs $750 for a decent rig.

But all of that is meaningless, because the people that use those docks do so because of the unfair advantage it gives them over everyone using the touchscreen input like the game is meant to be played, not because they can't afford a gaming pc.

Thats the backlit one. Here is a link to the non backlit one if you'd prefer that

https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-K552-N-Mechanical-Keyboard-Construction/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=sr_1_7?crid=364TH6ABD6R50&keywords=redragon+k552&qid=1555013895&s=gateway&sprefix=redrag%2Caps%2C147&sr=8-7

I have the RGB one and its a nice keyboard for the money

Looking to get my first mechanical keyboard with a budget of around £50, Have my eye on these 4.

Redragon K552-N KUMARA Mechanical Gaming Keyboard (Black)

Plugable Compact 87-Key Mechanical Keyboard

James Donkey 619 Mechanical Keyboard Red Switch

E-Element Z-88

I do a good amount of typing and gaming & noise doesn't matter much to me, nor do any extras. Advice?

Would not recommend. Just get a cheap mechanical keyboard and a somewhat good mouse

https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-KUMARA-Backlit-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B01LXD7TP9?th=1&psc=1

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/logitech-usb-optical-gaming-mouse-black/5799700.p?skuId=5799700

These are examples, and they may not be available in your country

I have a Cherry MX Blue keyboard. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=twister_B0754LGLFP?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
It says custom keys but it was a blue switch underneath.

Redragon: Redragon K552-N KUMARA Mechanical Gaming Keyboard (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_91Rzyb5RVEQ9S

Razer: Razer BlackWidow Ultimate 2014 Elite Mechanical Gaming Keyboard https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IG3GPTS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_J6RzybX2MYKJM

I just bought one of these. They also come in numpad version and RGB for a little more.

Great reviews all over. Price is right---you could get 3 of these keyboards and a large pizza for what you spent.

[https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-K552-N-KUMARA-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=sr_1_3?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1481702070&sr=1-3&keywords=redragon+keyboard]

The peripherals that already come with it are fine, and good enough for moderate gaming, but if you want to get something top-notch, and bang for buck...Here's what I suggest.

Here's some budget keyboards that will perform very well for the price:

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/6mPzK8/thermaltake-keyboard-kbchmmbblus01

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/BfNp99/azio-keyboard-kb501

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=twister_B0754LGLFP?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Here's some mice:

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/MQJwrH/razer-mouse-rz0100151400r3u1

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/fQ7CmG/logitech-mouse-910004360

If you have a higher budget for peripherals, lmk.

plus this keyboard would be best at your pricepoint
https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-KUMARA-Backlit-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1503801982&sr=8-4&keywords=mechanical%2Bkeyboard&th=1

also what mouse are you going to use?

No, for $25 you could definitely get a better keyboard. r/MechanicalKeyboards would be more help but even this Redragon would be better

I second these. As far as budget starter gear goes, this is a great start. Might want to go with the basic black one to save a few extra dollars too.

• Redragon
  
• Used Revel

You are better off getting an extremely cheap mech and using a generic mouse for now. The mouse in the combo offers no customizability or software and you will eventually want to upgrade the keyboard to mechanical anyways. Might as well go endgame in one department than going subpar in both. When you do decide to upgrade your mouse in the future, I suggest the Steelseries Rival 300. It is an extremely high quality mouse that is totally endgame, for a very low price.

Is this a good call?

Gaming Keyboard Mechanical Keyboard K552-N KUMARA by Redragon 87 Key Mechanical Computer Keyboard with Blue Switches for PC Gaming Compact ABS-Metal Design (No Backlight) https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_KjmXBb9E6YYDQ

Raise your budget by a few bucks and you can buy a decent board, dude.

the RK61 is cheap
the RK987 is cheap
the Red Dragon is only $35:
https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-KUMARA-Backlit-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B016MAK38U/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=mechanical+keyboard&qid=1559244863&s=gateway&sr=8-3
MagicForce is only $40:
https://www.amazon.com/Qisan-Mechanical-Keyboard-68-Keys-Magicforce/dp/B01E8KO2B0/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?keywords=magicforce+68&qid=1559242883&s=gateway&sprefix=magicfo&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1
THIS Red Dragon is only $27:
https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-K552-N-Mechanical-Keyboard-Construction/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=sr_1_13?keywords=mechanical+keyboard&qid=1559244926&s=gateway&sr=8-13

Good luck, homey.

https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-K552-N-Mechanical-Keyboard-Construction/dp/B01LXD7TP9

Its a great price, for an entry level board I say go for it. The Outemu blue switches are pretty decent. I have a redragon kumara 552 and the build quality is fantastic, I don't have this board so I cannot vouch for it.

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I did mod my kumara though and swapped the switches.

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Heres a link to kumara fyi

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LXD7TP9/?tag=pcpapi-20&th=1
This is good

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LXD7TP9

https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B005CPGHAA/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&condition=new

$40 total

Redragon K552-N Mechanical Gaming Keyboard 87 Keys Small Compact Keyboard USB Wired Kumara with Blue Switches Metal Construction for Windows PC Game - Black [No Backlight] https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_m97HDbA2BTJFG

It's a great keyboard and at such a low price it's hard to beat.

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So I want basically the cheapest mechanical keyboard, and I’m debating between these two. I really like blues, so the switches are fine.
[$23 K552](Redragon K552-N Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, 87 Keys, Tenkeyless, Compact Steel Construction with Cherry MX Blue Switches for Windows PC Gamer (No Backlight - Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ZhxADbRG5B27H)
[$33 Lingyi Keyboard](LINGYI Gaming Mechanical Keyboard 87 Keys Adjustable Rainbow LED Backlit Keyboard Blue Switch Anti-ghosting Ultra-Compact Wired Computer Keyboard for Windows, Vista, Android, Linux and Mac Gamer https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PGRJFX4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_OaxADbPAZ42A3)

Amazon.ca
You can find a few choices for under $45 Canadian from what I've seen.

This is the cheapest non-full sized mechanical keyboard I saw on Amazon.ca (https://www.amazon.ca/Mechanical-Water-Resistant-Adjustable-Backlight-Anti-ghosting/dp/B075LGGFJD/) IDK anything about it other than it's ugly.

I'd recommend spending about $5 CDN more and getting this TKL from TOMOKO it has Gaote Blue switches which are Cherry MX Blue clones so they're clicky which is something to consider if noise is an issue.

At that price point there's also the Redragon K552-N which have some sort of green switch.

go with this https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-K552-N-KUMARA-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1484316737&sr=8-1&keywords=redragon+mx+keyboard

probably the best in that range. my wife has the backlit version and loves it

Honestly no idea why you're spending so much money on a keyboard this has imitation cherry MX blues $27.

That PSU looks dodgy, don't cheap out on your PSU.

you're overpaying for 2133Mhz RAM massively, you could get 3000Mhz for less money

Tweak it where you can, get a better GPU for 144hz, other than that solid build.

edit: if you're desperate for the RGB aesthetic for whatever reason, this is the same keeb but RGB for $6 more.

Redragon K552-N KUMARA Mechanical Gaming Keyboard (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_9elh7T3cvBQSw The best mechanical keyboard for the price BY FAR. SteelSeries Rival 300, Optical Gaming Mouse - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0160USMW6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_HgsQqlq474WK7 is a very good mouse for a good price that is not too fancy.

https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-K552-N-Mechanical-Keyboard-Construction/dp/B01LXD7TP9

I think the g502 looks like complete fucking anus, love the fact there's a g302 and g303 available(not sure if they make the 302 anymore) that has the same internals and looks really fucking normal if I just turn off the RBG. So many awful looking 'gamer' products out there. Razer is the worst with this, followed by.. I'm sorry george, corsair. Their gamer products have started looking fucking awful.


There's some great things I've found that are still all feature rich or nice that don't look fucking awful. The g303 for instance is a GREAT fucking mouse(also better for my style of grip). Mousepad? I love my Roccat Taito. Keyboard? I have an old Topre keyboard from Belkin(no longer in production) and would move to https://www.amazon.com/Topre-Type-Heaven-104-key-Keyboard/dp/B00DGJALYW if it breaks. I already own this keyboard and it looks.. just fine and normal. It's a keyboard in the awesome keys I like.

I'd rather have https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-K552-N-KUMARA-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B01LXD7TP9/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1484111086&sr=1-1&keywords=reddragon+mechanical+keyboard before a blackwidow. A clone cherry keyboard less than 40 dollars. The aesthetics are.. just way better to me.