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Shopping for the best keyboard for gaming can be confusing, but we'll keep it simple. The most important factors to consider are the latency (how responsive a keyboard is), the switch types (the feeling of the keypress and the noise it makes), as well as the overall build quality, comfort, and feel. From there, you can decide if you'd like additional features like RGB backlighting, media controls, or software customization options that help make your board feel just right for you.
We've tested over 270 keyboards, and we've identified the best for gaming below. Our picks include membrane, mechanical, and Hall effect models. If you'd like help deciding between these technologies, check out our guides on membrane vs mechanical keyboards and Hall effect switches.
If you're looking for a keyboard that isn't strictly gaming-focused, check out our recommendations for the best keyboards, the best TKL keyboards, or the best mechanical keyboards. Alternatively, if you're more interested in lighting, see our best RGB keyboards, or if you're on a strict budget, our best budget gaming keyboards.
For a deeper dive, check out our new R&D article. If you're interested, you can also take a look at our 1.4 test bench update, which evaluates gaming keyboards with adjustable actuation settings like our top pick in this article, the NuPhy Field75 HE.
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