Having a good PC for gaming just isn’t enough. You need a lot of other gear to compliment your PC which can elevate your gaming experience to a whole new level.

For instance, there is a huge difference when gaming on a standard keyboard in comparison to a gaming keyboard. They offer a much more exciting experience to gamers and it is the sole reason why gaming keyboards are a hit among gamers. In this list, we’ll take a look at the best-selling gaming keyboards for hardcore gamers. Gaming keyboards can be expensive but we’ve included a few affordable options as well.

Logitech RGB G810 Orion Spectrum

When it comes to keyboard and mouse, Logitech is the name that comes to everyone’s mind. They have a huge range of standard keyboards that are extremely affordable, but also offer high-end ones. The Logitech RGB G810 Orion Spectrum comes with customizable LED lights for the keys. It also uses Romer G-Mechanical switches which offer 25% better performance compared to standard keyboards. The keyboard looks quite simple and elegant and will definitely impress you.

Razer BlackWidow Chroma

How can a list of gaming accessories be complete without a product from Razer? Razer is well known for their gaming accessories. Even though they are slightly expensive, they offer everything that a hardcore gamer desires. Their keys are designed based on their award-winning technology and the switches are rated for up to 80 million keystrokes.  On the far left side are five built-in macro keys. The other keys are also fully programmable and the Chroma backlighting offers unlimited possibilities of color combinations.

DBPOWER Gaming Keyboard

This is a relatively new brand in this list and it is also an affordable option. Priced at just below $30, the DBPOWER gaming keyboard has all the bells and whistles of its counterparts. It comes with customizable LED lights and also a breathing option for transitioning the LEDs. This keyboard too doesn’t have a lot of additional functionalities and should be apt for the budget gamer.

SADES k8 Blademail

This is yet another budget option in this list. If you don’t like the DBPOWER’s simple look, you can opt for a more flashy design of the SADES k8 Blademail. It comes in white and black and the backlight can be chosen from three different colors. It has non-slip rubber feet and an extended body along with removable caps for replacing some keys to your desired position.

Corsair STRAFE

Corsair provides the best when it comes to gaming gear. They have the best RAMs, CPU coolers, fans, and more. The STRAFE gaming keyboard is not an exception to their quality and it uses Cherry MX mechanical key switches. The contacts below the keys are made of gold for the best performance. All the keys are completely customizable for setting up macros. Another advantage is that they keys are all contoured and textured for getting a good feel. Another superb feature that I found is the USB pass through which can be used to connect your wireless headset or mouse.

VicTec Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

This pure matte black gaming keyboard from VicTec is water-resistant and that’s what makes it different from the rest of the keyboards. There are drain holes provided on the keyboard. It is a great little addition and can be a life-saver for those who tend to spill a lot. The keyboard comes with backlit LEDs which have 9 different patterns that can be set by the user. Each key uses a single switch which allows for better performance overall.

G.Skill RIPJAWS KM780 MX

Yet another brand that produces exemplary products. Their RAMs are one of the best in the business. The RIPJAWS KM780 MX gaming keyboard from G.Skill is a monster at first sight. It looks like it is built for a hardcore gamer with a lot of additional features. The keyboard features Cherry MX mechanical switches and also has on-the-fly macro recording capabilities. It has 6 built-in macro keys placed on the far left side. There are also additional multimedia keys with a volume rocker which is really cool.

Corsair Gaming K70 RGB RAPIDFIRE

This is the second keyboard from Cosair and it is also a very highly rated gaming keyboard. The K70 RGB RAPIDFIRE is touted as Corsair’s fastest mechanical keyboard ever. It is extremely sturdy with its aircraft grade aluminum body and has a removable extended platform for your wrists. This one too has multimedia keys with a volume rocker. The keyboard and lighting patterns can be customized extensively for the perfect ambiance for your gaming.