{"id":461404,"date":"2022-06-11T20:00:53","date_gmt":"2022-06-11T17:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/gaming-keyboards-vs-keyboards-whats-the-difference\/"},"modified":"2022-06-11T20:00:53","modified_gmt":"2022-06-11T17:00:53","slug":"gaming-keyboards-vs-keyboards-whats-the-difference","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/gaming-keyboards-vs-keyboards-whats-the-difference\/","title":{"rendered":"#Gaming Keyboards vs. Keyboards: What\u2019s the Difference?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a2e0b446a181\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a2e0b446a181\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/gaming-keyboards-vs-keyboards-whats-the-difference\/#%E2%80%9CGaming_Keyboards_vs_Keyboards_Whats_the_Difference%E2%80%9D\" >&#8220;Gaming Keyboards vs. Keyboards: What\u2019s the Difference?&#8221;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/gaming-keyboards-vs-keyboards-whats-the-difference\/#What_Is_a_Gaming_Keyboard\" >What Is a Gaming Keyboard?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/gaming-keyboards-vs-keyboards-whats-the-difference\/#Cost\" >Cost<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/gaming-keyboards-vs-keyboards-whats-the-difference\/#Typing_Experience\" >Typing Experience<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/gaming-keyboards-vs-keyboards-whats-the-difference\/#N-Key_Rollover_NKRO\" >N-Key Rollover (NKRO)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/gaming-keyboards-vs-keyboards-whats-the-difference\/#Macro_Keys\" >Macro Keys<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/gaming-keyboards-vs-keyboards-whats-the-difference\/#Durability\" >Durability<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CGaming_Keyboards_vs_Keyboards_Whats_the_Difference%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>&#8220;Gaming Keyboards vs. Keyboards: What\u2019s the Difference?&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<div>\n<figure style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"type:primaryImage size-full wp-image-803294\" data-pagespeed-no-defer=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/rgb-lit-gaming-mechanical-keyboard.jpg?width=1198&amp;trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"A mechanical gaming keyboard with RGB backlighting.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"type:primaryImage imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/gaming-keyboard-rgb-light-white-mechanical-1920716873\">Om.Nom.Nom\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Ever wondered why some people spend hundreds of dollars on a gaming keyboard? Are they any different from ordinary keyboards? Let\u2019s discuss the differences between the two to see which might be better for you.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_a_Gaming_Keyboard\"><\/span>What Is a Gaming Keyboard?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A gaming keyboard is a sturdy, high-performance keyboard that\u2019s\u00a0well-designed for gaming.\u00a0Equipped with satisfying RGB lights behind the keys, these keyboards are usually mechanical, which means they\u2019re the easiest to type with.\u00a0You barely have to <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">app<\/a>ly any pressure for keys to register, allowing you to type faster and without fatigue.<\/p>\n<p>They also have extra keys, called macro keys, which you can program to perform certain actions in <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/game\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"7\" title=\"Game\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">game<\/a>s or use as shortcuts. For instance, you can program a macro key to cast an ability in-game or launch commonly used applications.\u00a0Gaming keyboards also offer N-key rollover, which is a feature that registers all the keys you press simultaneously.<\/p>\n<p>Not sure what all of this means for you? Let\u2019s take a closer look.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost\"><\/span>Cost<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Gaming keyboards are almost always more expensive than regular keyboards. Decent ones can start at $50 and go beyond $200. This is mainly because gaming keyboards are designed for gamers and typists who rely on high-quality parts and features. We\u2019ll shortly discuss what makes these keyboards better than your average keyboard.<\/p>\n<p>However, if you\u2019re looking for a cheaper option for <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/general\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"3\" title=\"General\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">general<\/a> computer use, any regular keyboard costing around $20-30 will work just fine. Of course, you\u2019ll get far more value with gaming keyboards, but that\u2019s only if you\u2019re looking for more functionality and an optimal typing experience.<\/p>\n<p>Branded gaming keyboards typically come with software, such as <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.corsair.com\/us\/en\/icue\">iCUE<\/a>, to customize the device to your liking. This includes everything from remapping keys, adjusting the RGB lighting, recording macros, creating profiles, and more. Whereas your standard keyboard only allows you to type.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Typing_Experience\"><\/span>Typing Experience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One of the first things you\u2019ll notice when looking at gaming keyboards is that they\u2019re almost always mechanical. Most looking for a good typing experience, especially gamers, opt for mechanical keyboards because they feel great to type on.<\/p>\n<p>The keys are light and often have shorter <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/trip-and-travel\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"10\" title=\"Trip &amp; Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">travel<\/a> distances to register, which makes typing feel effortless. This means your keys will register on your PC without having to press them down all the way. And with fast response times, you\u2019re able to type quickly without straining your fingers.<\/p>\n<p>Depending on the <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/107096\/the-best-mechanical-switches\/\">type of switches<\/a>, each keypress will make a satisfying \u201cclick\u201d sound, which lets you know that the key\u2019s been registered. The clicking can be pretty noisy for some people, but there are ways to make them quieter. There are membrane gaming keyboards, but they won\u2019t feel as nice to use compared to mechanical models.<\/p>\n<p>Most regular keyboards use membrane keys that don\u2019t have any physical switches. Instead, they rely on rubber membranes to register each keypress. The keys will often feel heavy and stiffer, which requires you to press down harder to type.\u00a0Keep in mind that this is only compared to mechanical keyboards. Depending on your preferences, you might have no problems using membrane keyboards.<\/p>\n<p>However, membrane keyboards don\u2019t provide instant feedback, so you\u2019ll have to press all the way down to register the keystroke. This can cause some fatigue in your fingers after a while since you\u2019re constantly applying more pressure when typing.<\/p>\n<p>Membrane keyboards also have slower response times compared to mechanical keyboards, but the difference will barely be noticeable, especially if you\u2019re not gaming. One main benefit of membrane keyboards is that they\u2019re much quieter than mechanical ones, so you can type away without disturbing others.<\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <strong><em>If You Haven&#8217;t Tried a Mechanical Keyboard Yet, You&#8217;re Missing Out<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"N-Key_Rollover_NKRO\"><\/span>N-Key Rollover (NKRO)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Both gaming and regular keyboards have a feature called N-key rollover (NKRO). This feature is what allows a keyboard to register multiple keystrokes at the same time. For example, if you\u2019re playing a game and need to press multiple keys simultaneously, NKRO ensures that all the keystrokes will be registered by your PC.<\/p>\n<p>With gaming keyboards, they always offer NKRO because all your keys function independently from each other. That means that you can press down as many as you want and they\u2019ll all register on your PC.<\/p>\n<p>With regular keyboards, you might run into a problem called \u201cghosting.\u201d This is where some keystrokes don\u2019t register because you\u2019re pressing too many keys at the same time. The average keyboard only allows you to press up to six keys at once.<\/p>\n<p>You won\u2019t find this to be problematic if you\u2019re not doing anything that requires you to press a bunch of keys simultaneously. However, if you\u2019re a gamer, you\u2019ll definitely want to go for a gaming keyboard with NKRO.<\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <strong><em>All Those Confusing Mechanical Keyboard Terms, Explained<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Macro_Keys\"><\/span>Macro Keys<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Macro keys are additional keys on your keyboard that can be programmed to perform various tasks. These can be simple tasks such as opening a specific program, inputting text, or muting your speaker volume. You can also create complex macros that record a sequence of keys that are then played back with a single keystroke, with your keyboard\u2019s software.<\/p>\n<p>Macro keys are more commonly found on gaming keyboards since they can be very useful for gamers. For example, if you\u2019re playing a game that requires you to press the same sequence of keys to cast an ability, you can create a macro to automate the process (make sure your game doesn\u2019t consider this cheating).<\/p>\n<p>These additional keys are convenient because you don\u2019t have to override your normal key bindings. It\u2019s an easy way to give yourself additional shortcuts to games or use around the computer.<\/p>\n<p>Ordinary keyboards usually don\u2019t come with any macro keys, but you can always get yourself an external device such as a <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/how-to-use-the-elgato-stream-deck-for-productivity\/\">streamer deck<\/a>. There are free alternatives such as <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autohotkey.com\/\">AutoHotKey<\/a>, but you\u2019ll have to learn the basic scripting language to program your own macros. For the most part, you likely won\u2019t get much value out of macros unless you\u2019re a gamer or want shortcuts for your productivity or work.<\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/37129\/6-reprogrammable-macro-pads-for-macros-and-shortcuts\/\"><strong><em>6 Reprogrammable Macro Pads for Macros and Shortcuts<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Durability\"><\/span>Durability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re tired of going through keyboards that break down easily or don\u2019t last long, you\u2019ll want to get a gaming keyboard. Gaming keyboards are built to withstand heavy use and will last much longer than regular models.<\/p>\n<p>We recommend sticking to well-known brands such as Razer, HyperX, Logitech, and Durgod as they generally have the strongest builds that can last for many years.\u00a0It\u2019ll be better than finding a poorly built keyboard from a no-name brand that starts to malfunction or break down in less than a year. Keycaps start to fall off, keys become unresponsive, and the build quality just feels weak and fragile.<\/p>\n<p>Gaming keyboards aren\u2019t made of the same cheap plastic material you\u2019d find on a $10 keyboard. They\u2019re sturdy but are usually heavier because of that. 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