Best gaming keyboard under $100 in 2021 – CNET [CNET]

A gaming keyboard that will improve your performance and make gaming more enjoyable shouldn’t cost more than $100. Starting as low as $36, we tested several options and found that all but one performed really well for the money — perhaps unsurprisingly, it was the cheapest that we wouldn’t recommend. Whether you’re working from home or simply spending more time PC gaming than you were a couple of months ago, a new game-friendly keyboard can make a big difference.

Just like picking out a new gaming mouse, getting the right gaming keyboard has a lot to do with personal preference — from ergonomic design (hello, wrist rest) to whether you prefer RGB lighting, mechanical keys, tactile feedback, programmable keys, dedicated media keys, or so many other features that we can’t even begin to list. And to help narrow your keyboard design preferences, consult our glossary of keyboard terms.

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It’s worth noting that Aukey, which makes one of our top picks, has been booted from Amazon because it was one of several vendors reported to have solicited positive user reviews for gift cards. But since our experience with the quality and value of Aukey accessories has been positive, we continue to recommend their hardware.

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Originally published last year and updated periodically.