![]() ![]() ![]() Sure, there are a few excellent options out there, such as the Logitech G915 mechanical wireless keyboard. For example, the Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro mechanical wireless gaming keyboard weighs over 3 pounds, more than the base model of Dell's 2022 XPS 13 Plus laptop (yes, an entire laptop). Mechanical Bluetooth keyboards exist, but they aren't practical, mainly because you lose the portability that makes a Bluetooth keyboard worth getting. Bluetooth Mechanical Keyboards Aren't Practical This is what a membrane switch looks like:Īs you can see, a membrane switch costs less money because of its reduced complexity than a membrane/dome design. Plus, mechanical switches activate when they're half-pressed, unlike membrane switches that only activate when they're full-pressed. Easier to Activate for Marathon Typing SessionsĪ common membrane keyboard requires around 1.8 ounces of force to actuate, while a Gateron mechanical switch only needs about 1.2 ounces of force-practically a feather-like touch. See the best mechanical keyboards for some examples. Plus, keys for a mechanical keyboard are usually easier to activate and provide a satisfying crunch when activated. Unlike today's membrane keyboards, a mechanical keyboard offers a combination of durable keycaps along with switches that will last for up to 80 million key presses. They feel better and last longer compared to membrane boards. And why would you want to use such an old keyboard? For its mechanical switches. With PS2-to-USB adapters, many mechanical keyboards from thirty years ago remain useful today. ![]() The keyboard remains one of the few computer components that never goes obsolete. ![]()
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