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20 Best Mechanical Keyboards Sydney [2024]

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Mechanical Keyboard Sydney

Mechanical Keyboard Sydney

Looking for the best mechanical keyboard Sydney has to offer? Look no further! In this blog post, we will discuss some of the best mechanical keyboards on the market and why you should consider buying one. Mechanical keyboards are becoming more and more popular, and for good reason. They offer a number of advantages over traditional keyboards, including: better tactile feedback, faster response times, and longer life spans. If you’re looking for a keyboard that is both comfortable and durable, then a mechanical keyboard Sydney is the right choice for you!

1) Logitech G Pro X

Key FeatureAdvanced GX mechanical switches
Where to Buyhttps://www.logitechg.com/en-au/products/gaming-keyboards/pro-x-gaming-keyboard.920-009846.html
Price$249.95

The Logitech G Pro X is small and lack a number pad, just like any other 10keyless keyboard. The G Pro X isn’t only about the switches, though. The main appeal of the G Pro X is its replaceable switches, which isn’t true of many mechanical keyboards. The PRO model, now with customizable pro-grade GX mechanical switches: Clicky, Tactile, and Linear. Designed to triumph in collaboration with the world’s top esports athletes.

Key Differentiators:

  • Tournament-proven PRO X design
  • Advanced GX mechanical switches
  • A tenkeyless design means more room for mouse movement

2) Ducky One 2 RGB TKL

Key FeatureDouble-shot keycaps for durability
Where to BuyClick here
Price$229.00

The Ducky One 2 RGB has the most smooth Cherry stabilizers out of the box, thanks to its Cherry MX switches. This little element makes a considerable difference in your comfort while typing when you have to press the spacebar every word. Apart from the stabilizers, the stock keycaps are excellent. The Ducky One 2 RGB is available in PBT plastic keys with double-shot inscriptions, which are both among the most durable in their class.

Key Differentiators:

  • Slim and sleek design
  • Available in a variety of different switch types
  • Double-shot keycaps for durability
  • PBT keycaps for a better typing experience

3) HyperX Alloy Elite RGB

Key FeatureCustomizable with NGenuity Software
Where to BuyClick here
Price$229.00

The HyperX Alloy Elite RGB is a classic among our mechanical keyboard selections. It’s well-known for its excellent activation and the ease with which you can settle into a lengthy gaming session — or, more significantly, go to some heavy office work if you turn off the RGB lighting rig.

Key Differentiators:

  • Dedicated media keys and large volume wheel
  • RGB Backlighting
  • Customizable with NGenuity Software
  • Includes Onboard Memory

4) Roccat Vulcan 122 Aimo

Key FeatureAIMO lighting engine
Where to Buyhttps://au.roccat.com/products/vulcan-122-aimo
Price$289.95

The Roccat Vulcan 122 Aimo is not only a comfortable gaming and typing keyboard, but it’s also one of the most visually appealing mechanical keyboards we’ve ever seen, with its floating keys, illuminated Titan switches, anodized aluminum plate, and Roccat’s AIMO lighting technology. The ROCCAT Vulcan is a high-end gaming keyboard that allows you to feel its performance from the first look and keystroke. It’s the finest keyboard ROCCAT has ever developed, based on outstanding German principles and expertise.

Key Differentiators:

  • Anodized aluminium plate reinforcement
  • AIMO lighting engine
  • Super-flat form factor, full-size keys

5) Logitech G915 Mechanical Keyboard

Key Feature5 Dedicated G-Keys
Where to Buyhttps://www.logitechg.com/en-au/products/gaming-keyboards/g915-low-profile-wireless-mechanical-gaming-keyboard.html
Price$399.95

The Logitech G915 is a pricey keyboard, but it’s an excellent match for people who want the benefits of mechanical actuation without sacrificing the “gamer” aesthetic. The small profile keys have less travel than full-size versions, although they provide strong feedback and precise tracking.

Key Differentiators:

  • LIGHTSYNC RGB, per key lighting
  • 5 Dedicated G-Keys
  • Dedicated media control and edgeless volume wheel

6) SteelSeries Apex Pro

Key FeatureSeries 5000 Aircraft grade aluminum frame
Where to BuyClick here
Price$179.99

The SteelSeries Apex Pro is more durable and has a lightning-quick response time than its competitors. The OLED Smart Display’s integrated command center screen displays settings, profiles, and updates. Finally, the Multimedia Controls are unique in that one of them is a roller that can be clicked.

Key Differentiators:

  • OLED Smart Display delivers information straight from games and apps
  • Series 5000 Aircraft grade aluminum frame
  • Detachable soft-touch magnetic wrist rest

7) Alienware Pro Gaming Keyboard

Key FeatureAnti-ghosting with N-key rollover
Where to BuyClick here
Price$170.50

The Alienware Pro Gaming Keyboard is a fantastic value for gamers on a budget. Despite the fact that it lacks dedicated media buttons and has some peculiar macro key positioning, it functions well in gaming. The Cherry MX Brown switches have a 1-millisecond polling interval, which is why it’s possible. With keys that can endure up to 50 million keystrokes, durability is also satisfactory.

Key Differentiators:

  • Anti-ghosting with N-key rollover
  • Integrated USB passthrough
  • 100 million keystroke life cycle

Customer’s Review:

Keyboard color can be customizable using the Alienware Command Center. Exceeded my expectation.

Customer

8) Corsair K100 RGB Optical

Key Feature4,000 Hz hyper-polling and 4,000 Hz key scanning
Where to BuyClick here
Price$399.00

When you’re looking for the best keyboard for gaming, the Corsair K100 RGB is your best bet. This keyboard has everything any gamer could want in terms of features, including media controls that are only available on this keyboard, as well as a USB pass-through and a metal volume knob. The color palette of this keyboard is really vibrant.

Key Differentiators:

  • Has programmable iCUE control wheel 
  • Durable aluminum frame, dynamic per-key RGB backlighting, and a 44-zone three-sided LightEdge
  • 4,000 Hz hyper-polling and 4,000 Hz key scanning

Customer’s Review:

Best of all, the build quality of this keyboard is freaking awesome. It just feels so damn premium the moment you unbox it.

Akhil

9) Das Keyboard 4 Professional

Key FeatureRugged construction to withstand 50+ million keystrokes
Where to BuyClick here
Price$299.95

The Das Keyboard 4 Professional is a well-designed keyboard that incorporates the most up-to-date technology with classic style elements. Its hefty metal front panel improves operation as well as appearance, keeping the keyboard firmly in place on your workstation while yet looking elegant. The Das keyboard includes a large, tactile volume knob with red chrome highlights, much like other keyboards with tiny volume rollers.

Key Differentiators:

  • Rugged construction to withstand 50+ million keystrokes with aluminum top panel
  • Two port USB 3.0 Super speed hub 5 GB/s; 10x the speed of USB 2.0
  • Oversized volume knob and dedicated media controls and instant sleep button

10) Razer Huntsman Elite

Key FeatureUnderglow lighting with 38 customization zones
Where to BuyClick here
Price$335.00

The Razer Huntsman Elite is a mechanical keyboard that combines lightspeed optical technology with the greatest features of mechanical switches. The Razer Huntsman Elite is as quick and accurate as a huntsman thanks to an optical light sensor integrated into each switch.

Key Differentiators:

  • Chroma backlighting with 16.8 million customizable color options
  • Underglow lighting with 38 customization zones
  • Ergonomic Wrist Rest with 20 customization zones underglow

Customer’s Review:

The Razer Huntsman Elite nails the core keyboard experience, making typing and gaming a joy. And it has flashy lights. Style costs, however – this isn’t cheap.

Jake Tucker

11) SteelSeries Apex 5

Key FeatureVersatile and customisable
Where to BuyClick here
Price$239.00

The SteelSeries Apex 5 keyboard features hybrid blue switches that deliver excellent response and a short travel distance, as well as a tiny, customizable LED display, macro support, and full RGB illumination. The keyboard is composed of an aircraft-grade aluminum alloy and has 24 key n-key rollover, so you won’t have to worry about any of your inputs being missed.

Key Differentiators:

  • Proprietary hybrid switches
  • Versatile and customisable
  • Combines the durability and satisfying tactile click 

12) Razer Huntsman Mini

Key Feature60% Form Factor
Where to Buyhttps://www.razer.com/au-en/gaming-keyboards/razer-huntsman-mini/RZ03-03390200-R3M1
Price$239.95

Aside from the fact that it’s tiny, there’s everything else you’d want in a Razer keyboard. The Huntsman Mini features custom-made switches with a pleasant amount of tactile feedback and a classic clicky sound, and you won’t be disappointed in terms of response or feel while typing or gaming.

Key Differentiators:

  • Razer Optical Switches
  • 60% Form Factor
  • Doubleshot PBT Keycaps With Side-Printed Secondary Functions

13) Das Keyboard 5QS

Key FeatureUltra-bright RGB lighting
Where to BuyClick here
Price$329.00

The Das Keyboard 5QS is one of the top mechanical keyboards produced by one of the best mechanical keyboard manufacturers, and it includes 100m-cycle mechanical key switches (of the Das Keyboard Gamma Zulu sort), full NKRO (n-key rollover) to recognize every single keystroke, an anodised aluminum top panel, a physical dial for volume control and other features, and excellent build quality.

Key Differentiators:

  • A built-in macro editor to replay recorded keystrokes
  • Ultra-bright RGB lighting
  • Detachable palm rest

14) Roccat Vulcan TKL 

Key Feature50 million keystroke life-cycle
Where to Buyhttps://au.roccat.com/products/vulcan-tkl
Price$209.95

The Roccat Vulcan TKL mechanical keyboard, as the name implies, is a TenKeyLess keyboard, which simply means it lacks a number pad on the right side. If you believe you can get along without those extra keys and want something smaller in terms of form factor, this could be the ideal mechanical keyboard for you.

Key Differentiators:

  • Titan Switch Mechanical (1.4mm actuation, linear)
  • 50 million keystroke life-cycle
  • Compact TKL form factor

15) Corsair K70 RGB MK.2 Special Edition

Key Feature104 RGB backlit keys
Where to BuyClick here
Price$279.00

The Corsair K70 RGB MK.2 Special Edition is a stunning looking keyboard, and we included it in our round-up of the best mechanical keyboards available right now for a reason: it’s an absolute stunner (it’s also available in black). This keyboard has various advantages beyond its appearance, however, and comes from a brand name you can trust.

Key Differentiators:

  • Cherry MX Speed mechanical key switches
  • Brushed silver, anodised, aluminium frame
  • 104 RGB backlit keys

Customer’s Review:

Great design & build quality, Genuine cherry MX switches, Media control keys with volume wheel, Ultrafast response thanks to cherry MX speed switches, Excellent RGB lighting with a tone of customization, USB passthrough, and a very comfortable ruggedized wrist rest.

Teckknow

16) Razer Huntsman V2 Analog

Key FeatureWith Razer™ Analog Optical Switches
Where to Buyhttps://www.razer.com/au-en/gaming-keyboards/Razer-Huntsman-V2-Analog/RZ03-03610100-R3M1
Price$379.95

The Razer Huntsman V2 Analog is a high-end keyboard with an analog control stick that mimics the feel of an analog stick using sliding scales of actuation rather than a conventional on-off clicker. This isn’t something we’ve seen before when it comes to the finest gaming keyboards, and this pricey piece made a big impact as a result.

Key Differentiators:

  • Razer™ Analog Optical Switches
  • Doubleshot PBT keycaps
  • Powered by Razer Chroma™ RGB

17) Das Keyboard 4 Ultimate

Key FeatureDedicated Media Controls
Where to BuyClick here
Price$299.95

The Das Keyboard 4 Ultimate is a seriously excellent mechanical keyboard, with a maximum score of 5 stars on review. However, it isn’t for the novice typist since it doesn’t include any keycaps. It also doesn’t include RGB illumination, so if you want your board to be neon awesome, you’ve come to the wrong place.

Key Differentiators:

  • Completely Blank Keyboard with No Key Inscriptions
  • Two-Port USB 2.0 Hub
  • Dedicated Media Controls with Oversized Volume Knob
  • Aluminum Top Panel

18) Corsair K95 RGB PLATINUM XT 

Key FeatureProgrammable with CORSAIR iCUE Software
Where to BuyClick here
Price$319.00

The Corsair K95 RGB PLATINUM XT Mechanical Gaming Keyboard is not only robustly constructed, but it also contains a long list of features that will significantly enhance your gaming experience. For one thing, it has a cushioned palm rest that will allow you to enjoy maximum comfort while playing games. As a result, you will be able to play all of your favorite games for extended periods of time without getting tired.

Key Differentiators:

  • Six dedicated macro keys with Elgato Stream Deck software integration
  • Per-key RGB backlighting and a 19-zone LightEdge
  • Anodised aluminium frame with a 104/105-key ultra-durable PBT double-shot keyset

19) Keychron K2 Mechanical Keyboard

Key FeatureAdded dedicated caps lock indicator light
Where to Buyhttps://keychron.net.au/products/keychron-k2-wireless-mechanical-keyboard
PriceSale price$129.00

The Keychron K2 is the company’s most popular mechanical keyboard, featuring a wide range of colorways and keycap designs. Aside from appearances, you’re getting excellent performance and a robust construction. You may select whatever Cherry MX switch type you prefer. Despite not having a companion program, the Logitech Craft Flow features everything you’d expect from one. You may create profiles, macros, and color settings via the software.

Key Differentiators:

  • RGB lighting adds colour to your gaming setup
  • Plug and play design for easy operation
  • It takes up minimal desktop space

20) Logitech G Pro X Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

Key FeatureSwappable pro-grade GX mechanical switches
Where to Buyhttps://www.logitechg.com/en-au/products/gaming-keyboards/pro-x-gaming-keyboard.html
Price$249.95

While this is most often a hazardous and time-consuming procedure, the Logitech G Pro X Mechanical Gaming Keyboard makes it its primary selling point. Not only can you readily replace your switches, but you’re also getting a stylish accessory that performs well. The Logitech K480 Wireless Solar Keyboard comes with three different types of switches, including Logitech’s GX Blue, GX Brown, and GX Red switches. The rest may be purchased separately if you decide to change your installed switches.

Key Differentiators:

  • Advanced GX switches for quick actuation
  • Swappable switches for maximum versatility
  • Made of high-quality materials to increase durability

Mechanical Keyboard Sydney

Mechanical keyboard Sydney are a great way to up your typing game. Not only do they look cool, but they also come with a range of features that can enhance your gaming experience. If you’re looking for a mechanical keyboard Sydney, be sure to check out the options we’ve listed above.

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