Do you want to change the keyboard to better be able to play Fortnite?
We are going to give you the top 3 of the best keyboards of the moment to play Fortnite. On the other hand, it will always take time to adapt when you receive your keyboard. It depends on the person, but it can take anywhere from 24 hours to 2 weeks to be able to know your keyboard by heart and no longer make any key errors.
Top 1: Corsair K95 RGB
Corsair's K95 RGB Platinum is a high-end mechanical keyboard with a host of benefits. Brushed aluminum design is sleek, RGB is everywhere, macro keys and textured FPS/MOBA key sets are a plus, MX Speed switches are fast and responsive for gaming, onboard profiles and macros are handy , and the wrist rest is comfortable. However, the typing experience can be difficult with MX Speed switches because they have a shorter actuation travel, which can cause typing errors. It is therefore necessary to get used to it.
Good points :
- Sleek design with brushed aluminum plate and metal gray aluminum volume wheel
- MX Speed switches offer shorter actuation travel for an enjoyable gaming experience
- Onboard profiles for immediate use without the need for software
- Macro keys to facilitate common tasks
- Integrated wrist rest for added comfort
Negative points :
- MX Speed Switches may initially cause typos when typing long texts
- The high price may be a deterrent for some buyers.
Top 2: HyperX Alloy
This HyperX mechanical keyboard is built like a tank, it is very solid. The Aqua switches are amazing, they are tactile but very smooth. The RGB lighting is awesome, super bright, and the floating key design is clean. The secondary functions of the F1 to F12 keys in combination with the function key are very useful. The stabilizers can be a bit noisy but can be fixed by putting some cardboard between the stabilizer housing and the aluminum plate. The double-shot ABS keycaps are fingerprint magnets and can become slippery over time, so it is advisable to purchase an aftermarket set of keycaps as a replacement. The Ingenuity software is exclusively available on the Microsoft Store and is pretty basic for a large device company. It is recommended to replace the keys for use in France because it is QWERTY.
Good points :
- Robust construction
- Exceptional, tactile and very smooth Aqua switches
- Impressive RGB, very bright and clean floating key design
Negative points :
- Stabilizers are noisy but can be fixed.
- The engineering software is exclusive to Microsoft Store and is pretty basic for a large device company.
Top 3: EMPIRE GAMING
For small budgets:
The MK800 pack includes an RGB gaming keyboard with 105 QWERTY semi-mechanical keys, 19 anti-ghosting keys, an RGB gaming mouse with 6 buttons and a 2400 DPI sensor, as well as a compact format mouse pad. The keyboard has an RGB LED [Breathing] mode to give the impression of breathing in color, and a key to disable the Windows key. The mouse has a special DPI button to adjust the sensitivity of the optical sensor and an RGB backlight that changes according to the selected resolution. The mouse pad is made of ultra-smooth micro-fabric to ensure stability and precision. The bundle is compatible with PS4, PS5, Xbox One/Series consoles, as well as PCs and Macs.
Positives:
- The 3-in-1 pack offers an RGB gaming keyboard, an RGB gaming mouse and a mouse pad.
- The semi-mechanical RGB keyboard offers a "Breathing" RGB LED mode for a unique visual experience.
- The mouse has a special DPI button to adjust the sensitivity of the optical sensor between 800, 1200, 1600 or 2400 DPI.
- The mouse pad is non-slip
- Plug-and-Play compatibility allows for quick and easy installation on PS4, PS5, Xbox One/Series, PC and Mac consoles.
Negatives:
- There is no mention of the resistance of the keyboard switches and the expected lifespan.
- There's no mention of the ability to customize mouse colors or lighting effects.
Keyboards to play Fortnite on console (Xbox and Playstation)
For information, the keyboards above are compatible with consoles but you should know that you will lose the aiming aid if you use a keyboard mouse rather than a controller. So it's up to you to see what you prefer!
