Have been eyeing this keyboard for awhile now. I think this linear version is the cheapest it's ever been.
The switches are Razer's own Optical linear switches which feel pretty nice.
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They are optical switches (uses infrared light and photoelectric switches to detect a key press, can actuate faster than a normal switch) and they are linear (no tactile bump on the way down or up).
Input response is like 1ms vs 2ms for mechanical gaming keyboard. Probably insignificant and unnoticeable.
Optical also means no physical electronic contact in the switch, so they're generally smoother and more durable.
(that said lubed mechanical is gonna be smoother than dry optical)
Very true and I agree, more of a marketing gimmick than anything else. It's more on the gamer's reaction speed, not the peripherals lol.
It explains on the 5th photo on the Amazon listing.
nice keyboard, bought it for 60 or 70 refurbed from Mwave in April, just a heads up the keys are very sensitive and register very easily so it will take some getting used to (I wish I didnt buy it)
If it's anything like the Tartarus Pro I have with the same switches, you can set the point of actuation / sensitivity. I kept bumping my keys and had to decrease sensitivity.
oh wow thank you for pointing this out, I just googled it and using the software it lets you adjust the activation sensitivity (in mm travel). I'll try this now.
Why would anyone want a mini keyboard? Is this more of that bloody Coles Little Shop crap again?
table space, gaming, lots of factors..
Thanks for your practical answer, but also…
whoosh
Keyboard for ants
I got a Keychron K6. Perfect for Android Smart TV, fits nicely on the TV cabinet.
Love my K6 too! Main benefit for me is I can place the mousepad/mouse nearer to the typing area of the keyboard, so superior ergonomics.
no arrow key is quite annoying if you are like myself…
TKL is the sweet spot I think. No arrows becomes a hassle at times for sure.
65% layout is a nice downsize if you want to retain arrow keys and are willing to sacrifice function keys (just put them on another layer for occasional use)
Yeah I was deciding between 75% and 65% layout, glad I got the 65% as I don't miss the function keys at all.
Iv had this for 4 months thinking it would be ideal for less clutter on the desk. the shortcuts are annoying, especially when gaming if you need to press F1.
ended up buying a Huntsman V2. very happy with my decision to upgrade
What does Linear Optical mean?