The most popular keyboards for gaming are the mechanical keyboards with their click-clack sounds. But the silent gaming keyboards have their own separate fanbase. Here are the top 5 silent gaming keyboards you can buy in India
Currently the mechanical keyboards with their clickity clackity sound are the most popular. The keys feel tactile and the sound is pleasant enough to hear and also not be annoying at the same time. But for some people, the same click-clack sound can be distracting. For these people, the manufacturers have made a special silent keyboard.
The switches under the keycaps cause a specific clicking sound. Each keyboard has a different type of switch depending on the company and the type of keyboard. Usually, they are referred to by their colour.
Some companies like Razor have their own system while others have some standardized systems. The blue switches used in the mechanical keyboards tend to be loud and clicky. The Cherry Red switches are considered quiet while Cherry brown is considered silent and tactile.
The mechanical keyboards are fast and responsive. But they tend to be very loud. In contrast, the membrane keyboards are softer and quieter.
But they also need more force for the computer to register the input. Before you buy any silent or quiet keyboard, you should note that both words are used loosely and might not translate to what you are looking for. Even the membrane keyboards have a soft click so that the users know the key has been pressed.
The Corsair K55 has quiet and responsive keys. The keyboard is dust and water resistant. It has three-zone dynamic RGB backlighting. The backlighting effects are customizable according to your needs. The keyboard has 6 programmable macro keys along with dedicated multimedia controls for volume and media. The Corsair K55 is priced at Rs 6,700 and you can buy it here.
The HyperX Alloy has quiet and responsive keys with anti-ghosting. It has a signature light bar and RGB lighting effects. The keyboard has five zone multi colour customization option. It is very durable and spill resistant for all the clumsy people out there. The dedicated media controls and quick access buttons for lighting and Game Mode place control right at your fingertips. It also has a keyboard lock which can lock your keyboard without affecting your system. The HyperX Alloy is priced at Rs 6,290 and you can buy it here.
The Redragon Shiva K512 is a membrane gaming keyboard with a quiet and mechanical feel. It has 26 anti-ghosting keys for fast and accurate game responses. The six onboard macro keys are programmable without any software. The keyboard comes with 7 pre-set lighting modes and an additional 6 slots for customizable modes. It also has dedicated media controls to play, pause and skip multimedia. The wrist rest is ergonomically designed for long term use. It is also detachable and is connected via magnets. The Redragon Shiva K512 is priced at Rs 2,590 and you can buy it here.
The HP K300 is a membrane keyboard with double injection keycaps in a matte finish. The keycaps have a high and low layout to adapt to the human hand tapping motion arc. It has special 4 LED backlight indicators which highlight its elegant looks and functionality. It has 19 anti-ghosting keys. The keyboard is priced at Rs 1,799 and you can buy it here.
The K500F is a full-sized membrane gaming keyboard designed by HP. The membrane keyboard is silent and tactile. It has an ergonomic design with optional logo lighting. The specially added LED backlight with monochromatic or mixed colour light options shows its elegant temperament. It has 26 anti-ghosting keys which work simultaneously for fast and accurate response. The keyboard is priced at Rs 1,799 and you can buy it here.
These were our top five silent gaming keyboards. Membrane keyboards do not have the lifetime of a mechanical keyboard. So you will need to balance your audio needs with the knowledge that you’ll need to replace the keyboard earlier.
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