I'm considering buying a He keyboard to play valorant, just wanna know does using HE keyboard really help for valorant gameplay or just buy the standard mechanical keyboard with better switches. For HE keyboard im consider ATK 68 and mechanical one is AULA F75, also can suggest other option for each keyboard with value price...

It is November already. I want to get myself a new keyboard to replace an old TKL one at home.

The problem is I don't know if I should get a HE keyboard which supports rapid trigger or a 65-68 mechanical keyboard.

My use is only for working (typing text a lot) and gaming (various, but csgo or r6s would be most).

The only issue I'm afraid of is the sound that the HE keyboard makes. Most of the sound test videos show that it sounds like a Gatling gun at midnight. I'm not a pro gamer and don't gaming a lot, but the delay on the current keyboard annoys me, so I want to reduce it as much as possible.

Which keyboard do you recommend for both use?

Does the HE kb really worth it? Im looking to buy a new kb to replace my razer huntsman. There is like TONS of different stuff on the web and it's rly confusing. I don't play any cs go or valorant, very occasionally i play some Six Siege (but in a competitive way, no casual, always ranked) and very rarely some apex. I play mostly league and some mmo and all different kinds of single players games.

In a long term upgrade should i get a HE or a good mech keyboard?
My budget is around 100/150 €, i'm looking for a 75(maybe even 65 but idk if i would like it)%
and I don't rly care about sound I just want something that feels good and work good. If wireless even better.

Ty to whoever will contribute with their opinion.

I’m going to get my first customisable Keychron keyboard. I am fairly new to keyboard modding, but I have been watching videos and came across the term thock, which I seem to like how it sounds. I also started learning about Hall switches, and they have a cool concept. I currently own Cherry MX Blue switches, and I don’t particularly like the extreme clickiness and sound. Which switch option would you recommend: mechanical or Hall, and why?

Ps: I have heard that the HE switches have fewer types and that they feel a bit metal due to the magnet.

Hi! Basically i am Looking for a good HE keyboard which is gonna be used more for gaming that typing.

Can you guys please help me with buying suggestions?

Budget: $ 280

Size: 75% or above

Other: Hall effect, Hot swap and some type of sound dampening. Also, metal case or plate is nice but not a mandatory thing.

Some models I'm considering

- ATK-RS7 PRO

- NuPhy Field75 HE

- Sikakeyb HM80

- MelGeek Made84 Pro

- Pulsar PCMK2 HE TKL

-Other ?

The Wooting 80HE looks like a fine keyboard, but unfortunately the pre order time is quite long.

Any good recommendations?

Hi,
I'm looking for a new keyboard with Hall Effect magnetic switches. My preferred size would be 60%/75%. My budget is 200€ including VAT (I live in Europe). I was looking at those ones:

1. Keychron K2 HE

2. Varmilo Muse65

3. Wooting 60HE+ (I don't like that its plastic and looks pretty cheap for its price).

4. Iquinix EZ60

Have you got any recommendations or could you share your opinions on those keyboards?

Edit: I would mostly use it for gaming, but also programming.

After going fairly deep down the rabbit hole, I’ve decided I definitely want the ability to adjust actuation points and use null binds or snappy tappy. I grew up on gaming laptops and have always used membrane keyboards out of familiarity. I gamed on my brothers mechanical keyboard and loved it, now I need my own.

From my research, it looks like magnetic and Hall effect is the same thing? Is this correct?

Are there any advantages or disadvantages for optical vs HE? Latency, battery life, polling frequency?

And last but not least, any recommendations on a Hall effect or optical keyboard outside of the usual huntsmans and wootings? If I can save money compared to these options that would be great, but I’m also willing to spend the money if it’s worth not going for a budget option.

Thanks in advance! I’m a noob looking to possibly go enthusiast in the future, I love hobbies that are intricate and this certainly seems like a hobby with a nice deep rabbit hole to go down especially once you get into group buy exclusive territory. For now I just want to get a good optical/HE keyboard, hot swappability would be great for future use but not necessary at the moment. Thank you!

I'm looking to get a HE keyboard that is 75% layout with good software and has switches that are compatible with Wootings keyboards so I can switch them out later if needed. I was looking at some lists but a lot of them seem somewhat outdated with how many HE keyboards that have released in recent months. My budget is around $150 USD.

Edit:
I have ordered the Keychron Q1 HE as I got a discount on it

I found a list of a lot of HE keyboards if you are looking to get one https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/1/d/e/2PACX-1vRZ2fwIFSMtD5NstkBw-ztEqQw5Ku3unTAyN1hgXyS2yIOp4D1J3lncBersDdH4eM2EjCgNLUhc2sti/pubhtml?pli=1#

Hi all,

So, I am looking for a keyboard that is best for gaming and productivity (programming specifically); I prefer it to be wireless. My main game is Overwatch. After some searching, I saw that Wooting is best for gaming, and they are going to release 80HE soon (I prefer to have the arrows on the keyboard), but I also saw there is a Keychron Q1 HE QMK available for pre-order.

Is it better to go for Keychron since it's wireless, or go with Wooting and look for another keyboard for productivity? Or is there any other option for my use-case even if the price is higher?

Appreciate any help!

Hello,

I’m planning to buy a new keyboard but I’m a bit torn between going with a traditional mechanical keyboard or trying out a Hall Effect one. I work full-time as a software engineer, so I don’t get as much time to game as I used to. Back in the day I was more of a “sweaty” FPS gamer, but now I play whatever’s fun. Single player games, story driven titles, a bit of everything really. I know Hall Effect keyboards with features like rapid trigger and adjustable actuation are popular among competitive FPS players, but I’m wondering if those features offer any meaningful benefits for someone like me who mostly games casually now and sometimes competitive. I’m currently considering the EPOMAKER x AULA F75 for the mechanical option, and the MCHOSE Jet 75 HE, NUPHY Air 75 or the Keychron k2 HE for the Hall Effect side. I’d appreciate some insight—would Hall Effect be overkill for my use case, or still worth it in terms of typing experience, durability, or general feel? If anyone’s used either of these boards or has suggestions in the same range, I’d love to hear your thoughts.