| Description: | Mechanical keyboards have exploded in popularity. What sets these keyboards apart are the mechanical switches they use to register keypresses. There are many different kinds of switches available, each offering its own typing sensations and sounds, but most switches fall into one of three categories: linear, clicky, or tactile. Tactile switches are versatile and popular among typists and gamers, while linear are fast and most popular for gaming. Clicky switches are a bit more niche but enjoyed by some enthusiasts as they offer a satisfying and distinct click that lets you know when a key's been registered. The best mechanical keyboard that we've tested is the Keychron Q6. This keyboard delivers high-quality construction and top-of-the-line typing quality right out of the box. It has a gasket-mounted design that's more common on expensive custom keyboards, which means the interior components are all held between shock-absorbing rubber pieces. This design helps provide a softer, slightly cushioned typing experience without the abrupt sensation of bottoming out your keypresses. There are also a pair of sound-dampening foam layers sandwiched inside, which soften the ping and rattle from the switches and stabilizers, making for a surprisingly smooth and pleasant-sounding typing experience. |
