Decent backlit keyboards?

[aedowin]

So, to cut a long story short, I'm looking to buy a nice backlit keyboard. It's always been a dream of mine to have one (let's face it, what self-respecting girl doesn't pine for a backlit keyboard), but I also want something that'll make a darn sight less noise than this clattery old thing (I'm currently working with a Logitech Y-ST39, it's about 10 years old).

Anyone got any suggestions? Price isn't really a problem, but I wouldn't want to go over £100.

 

[dangro474]

I recommend the Logitech G110 for its simple design and size (aside from the 12 useless G keys :|). It has everything you need in a gaming keyboard. Keys... anti ghosting... including a built in sound card for some reason which I have never used and never will.

The image below is the best I could find to demonstrate the quality of the backlighting. The quality is equal to that of the English QWERTY release ><

Retail price is approximately £50.00.

 

[tom_gr7]

I agree with dangro, I have that keyboard and its pretty good, cant complain at all. The back lighting is pretty good, the blue looks sleek but i use red as its bit more prominent

 

[keynes]

Cyborg V7

 

[ellspeedy]

Iv been looking at the Microsoft x4 at £30 I believe, possibly Microsoft x6 for £60 I think.

 

[Wolvo7]

Those ones look pretty good. I'm considering buying one of them when I get my PC

Alienware Tact X

Logitech G15

Logitech G510

Razer is good too but the backlighting is not customizable and I like to change the color to suit my PC LEDs or just my mood

 

[St3rling]

Guys I have recently bought this: ThermalTake eSports Challenger Pro/Ultimate Keyboard
I reccomend it all the way, awesome keyboard
Take a look: http://www.firingsquad.com/hardware/ThermalTake eSports Challenger Pro-Ultimate Keyboard Review/

 

[dangro474]

Alienware Tact X

Decent keyboard (I own two), however please be aware that it does require two USB connections.

Logitech G15

I used to use this before the G110. Essentially it is the same keyboard with a lot of useless tat attached that you will never use (such as the flip up screen). Afaik this became End Of Line in 2010.

Logitech G510

Revised version of the G15 v2. A G110 with even more useless sh*t.

Razer is good too but the backlighting is not customizable and I like to change the color to suit my PC LEDs or just my mood

Overpriced in my opinion; I like their mice but I have stayed away from their keyboards.

I purchased a Black Widow Ultimate for £120, opened it, packed it up within 2 mins and shipped it back.

 

[Wolvo7]

Decent keyboard (I own two), however please be aware that it does require two USB connections.



I used to use this before the G110. Essentially it is the same keyboard with a lot of useless tat attached that you will never use (such as the flip up screen). Afaik this became End Of Line in 2010.



Revised version of the G15 v2. A G110 with even more useless sh*t.



Overpriced in my opinion; I like their mice but I have stayed away from their keyboards.

I purchased a Black Widow Ultimate for £120, opened it, packed it up within 2 mins and shipped it back.

Lol cool that'll help me choose which keyboard I want too. I actually like the flip-screen and the

useless sh*t

cuz I'm a fan of futuristic looking gadgets and stuff so depends on taste

 

[Enazel]

While i use my G15 a lot, including the useless screen, g keys etc. Logitech backlit is pretty dam good and clear to read.

 

[Narcotics]

Microsoft Sidewinder X4 Keyboard http://www.amazon.co.uk/Microsoft-S...sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1335800095&sr=8-1-spell

 

[ellspeedy]

Narcotics do you have this keyboard? This is the one i really want to get, but alot of reviews are saying the letters fade after 6months?

 

[dangro474]

I actually like the flip-screen cuz I'm a fan of futuristic looking gadgets and stuff so depends on taste

Fair enough. It's still useless though

 

[Ady72]

Cyborg V7

I 2nd that
Click for Keyboard

 

[Narcotics]

Yes i do have this Keyboard but have only had it for just over 3months so i'm not able to comment on that yet sorry but it's a really nice Keyboard.

 

[ellspeedy]

Yeh from what iv seen it looks very good, looks pretty standard (dont want an overly flashy one) but has everything i want!
May have to take the jump and go for it!

Even though youve only had it for 3 months are there any signs of keys fading on your keyboard?

 

[Narcotics]

Not at all it's in good condition.

 

[agtrinity]

Razer Black Widow if you want mechanical

Sidewinder if you're ok with non-mechanical

 

[ellspeedy]

Big price difference in those two though agtrinity!
Amazon = sidewinder: £32 Razer: £72

 

[agtrinity]

True - that's a debate between mechanical vs non-mechanical keyboards. Some gamers prefer mechanical keyboards because of their faster response times and more comfortable/tactile keys.

Mechanical keyboards are much more expensive though, for some it's worth it, others not.

Personally, I use a TT esports g1 mechanical keyboard because backlighting isn't important to me but quiet cherry mechanical keys and usb connectors are.