[update] Also check out my "Top Mouse for Programmers" video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/l42pmqWzkanfnbg.html (This video wasn't sponsored for a fair review.) 👨‍💻 Join ex-Google/ex-Facebook engineers for my coding interview training: techinterviewpro.com/ Check the description for links to all keyboards.

@aadeshdeshmukh5275

3 жыл бұрын

Make video for monitors too!

@adamya1639

3 жыл бұрын

I don't know if you will see this but the apex pro has customisable actuation point too. it goes down to 1 mm, it is actually the second fastest actuating keyboard in the world.

@amerdelic8710

3 жыл бұрын

Check out DasKeyboard 4 w/brown switches.

@hrlrl9309

3 жыл бұрын

WE NEED A SYNTAX COLORING REVIEW

@mrkarasyov

3 жыл бұрын

Keyboard selection is very limited. In the comments people mentioned other models. We need more top PRO keyboards to compare because it is essential tool for PRO programmers.

Which one will copy code faster from Stackoverflow

@mushyclicks2028

3 жыл бұрын

I think u should start looking for a mouse

@michaelhoffmann2891

3 жыл бұрын

@@mushyclicks2028 Real Stackoverflow Copy-Pasters Don't Use Mouse. That's why they're so leet. ;)

@michaelhoffmann2891

3 жыл бұрын

@@JohnDoe-qz9ji Of everything! CPU! SSD! Internet! Quantum Computing! Even Microsoft FS 2020 at Ultra! :D

@saatvik1585

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😭😭😭😭😭😭

@lolerie

3 жыл бұрын

@@JohnDoe-qz9ji remember that razer chroma is best but you will have to use some oil on middle button.

I wish the speed of my fingers was the bottleneck in my coding ...

@bradarnett8632

3 жыл бұрын

I don't honestly think that the speed of my fingers was ever the bottleneck in ANYTHING I've done with a computer. None of those keyboards (except the MX keys) are boards I think I would ever want to use as a programmer. I prefer boards with a bit more utility than off the shelf gamer boards. The Logitech MX line (mouse and keyboard) are legitimately pretty amazing for the software if nothing else, but Logitech screwed up by not making it a mechanical. Pity.

@pariahchild2K

3 жыл бұрын

Lol - if only I could code like they do in the movies... :D

@alicenien5015

3 жыл бұрын

I have never written code. But I am a very fast typist. I used to write reports for my previous companies and the keyboards I have used made all the difference.

@errvega2705

3 жыл бұрын

@@alicenien5015 did u use TeX?

@JohnRick

3 жыл бұрын

@@bradarnett8632 have you seen Keychrons keyboards? They have best of both worlds plus loads of functionality

*this man takes “RGB makes you faster” seriously*

@zilliq

3 жыл бұрын

That's untrue, he said "RGB will inspire you", which is as dumb a take as "makes you faster" though

@pluto8404

3 жыл бұрын

@@zilliq humans are dumb and are drawn to shinny things, thus rgb is actually good. Would you be more motivated if your work office was in a ghetto, or on the top floor of a luxury skyscraper? In the latter, one would be more willing to get up early and head into the office increasing productivity.

@Noel3078

3 жыл бұрын

@@pluto8404 well in the first one you have a reason to work yourself out of there I guess :D

@pluggothesluggo5509

2 жыл бұрын

@@pluto8404 all i'm really taking from this comment is "just buya keyboard that you think looks good lel"

@theredturtle4471

2 жыл бұрын

it was satirical

Thankyou for a solid, informed review on keyboards, based around typing! Most reviews assume a keyboard is used to play games and wish to turn my desk into a disco... I found this very informative and thought out thankyou!

I'll just take the one that's tears-proof

@solidwaterslayer

3 жыл бұрын

I don't get it. Tears from coding?

@kevinliu5060

3 жыл бұрын

@@solidwaterslayer Must be lol

@dacherx

3 жыл бұрын

wrap it in saran wrap?

@simplysaycheese

3 жыл бұрын

Tears from depression?

@MoonlytSonata023

3 жыл бұрын

Use a keyboard with Kailh box switches. It's rated for IP58. None of your tears or maybe coffee splash will ever get inside of the switches. lol

I’m just now getting into mechanical keyboards. You made it really easy for me to understand some of the differences between the keyboards. 😃

Very thorough and detailed review!! I love it! Keep up the good work. This has helped me in my future buying/purchasing decisions. Thank you!! :)

When a millionaire says it is expensive, it is expensive.

@judahhays189

3 жыл бұрын

Although wealthy people tend to be very careful with their spending so not really...

@codingwithbobby8340

3 жыл бұрын

@@judahhays189 Grahpham Stephan has entered the chat

@vernick8823

3 жыл бұрын

@@judahhays189 *MrBeast left the chat*

@meatyyeet3611

3 жыл бұрын

Lmao u obviously don't know the custom keyboard community

@harsh9558

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah lol

“So I can do 150 wpm with this but it’s not enough...” Me: cries in 50 wpm

@juanbalderas612

3 жыл бұрын

i can only do 35wpm

@itsmimic007

3 жыл бұрын

I can do only 60😭

@michaelhoffmann2891

3 жыл бұрын

I never even knew WPM matters when writing code. How many words does a typical Python list comprehension constitute?

@shubhamkumar-wn2gj

3 жыл бұрын

mine 40wpm 😞

@styloverte1163

3 жыл бұрын

@michael It definitely matters. When I'm helping a coworker who's a slow typer or can't touch type, I want to throw them out of their chair and type it for them.

Thank you for the video. I appreciate all of the details and hard work.

1:35 Standart Apple Magic Keyboard 2:58 Razer Huntsman 5:06 Logitech MX Keys 7:21 Razer Huntsman Tournament Edition 9:09 SteelSeries Apex Pro 12:01 Logitech G915

@Joker-jz9cn

3 жыл бұрын

The Logitech G915 is loud when you're clicking

@-Jakob-

2 жыл бұрын

Apple has nothing to do with art

@islamibrahim8121

2 жыл бұрын

Is there a version of the g915 that doesn't rattle?

@Spacemonkeymojo

2 жыл бұрын

Legend.

@HARISHAANVLOGS

2 жыл бұрын

ah yes the standart apple magic keyboard, fairly standart but starting off strong, have a nice day standart Yana T

1:08 "The keyboard is the way we interact with the world" I felt that one

@dannykth1

2 жыл бұрын

You look like Seth Rogan

@juljasmah

2 жыл бұрын

@@dannykth1 you look like Lion

I use Windows 10's on-screen keyboard. It's free. No RGB, though.

@devhypercoder6772

3 жыл бұрын

You paid for your mouse.. haha. Or do you have a touch screen

@KeepAnOpenMind

3 жыл бұрын

There are always “rgb” in pixels of your screen where your screen keyboard is

@creation7287

3 жыл бұрын

@@KeepAnOpenMind yep. I too love black rgb

@j17747

3 жыл бұрын

@@KeepAnOpenMind No those are red, green, blue subpixels. RGB is the high tech external lighting that comes on pro programmer computer hardware.

@msinha0

3 жыл бұрын

171 wph

Thank you so much for the detailed keyboard comparison. I was going for the MX keyboard but now I am leaning toward the G915...great work and please produce more tech clips!

This video was very helpful. Thanks very much for taking the time to post this. I'm not a gamer but I am a Mac user looking for a keyboard with more "depth" or a more solid tactile feedback so to speak. And the "Rockstar" factor you mentioned is one of the more subtle, subjective areas which is really valid. I fully agree with you there. Thanks again!

Millionaire normal people: I'll buy a car and jewels Millionaire programmers: Buys a dozen fancy keyboards

@ThienPowChong

3 жыл бұрын

normal ppl: show off RPM programmr: show off WPM

@martinlutherkingjr.5582

3 жыл бұрын

Jewels? Wtf

@DrGodzirra

3 жыл бұрын

Fancy keyboards... dont look into custom mechanical keyboards then...

@thallium54

3 жыл бұрын

IMO those keyboards are pretty bad looking.

@dogelife7901

3 жыл бұрын

I can type 35 WPM with no errors on my 24K Gold Keyboard.

This is so enlightening! Thanks for making this!

You are amazing 🙂 I haven't seen so thorough and clear test and explanation 🙂

“you can put it in your backpack and take it to the cafe” *I do not want to spill coffee on a $220 keyboard*

@nkristianschmidt

3 жыл бұрын

well, maybe if it's expensive coffee

@mirandaperry5245

3 жыл бұрын

Right!

@lynneftw

3 жыл бұрын

Don't spill your coffee ☕ then.

What an awesome keyboard comparison. Straight to the issues that matter. As well as reporting on short term typing speeds, and long-term comfort. None of those stupid slow-pans, generic music soundtracks, and wasting time reading stuff from the spec sheets.

TLDR he likes 2.5mm key travel as opposed to 4.0mm standard, 50grams of force on a switch, and a linear switch type. That is HIS perfect keyboard, you might have different preferences, so following his recommendations might be disappointing to you. That's why the market has different switch types (linear tactile or clicky), spring forces (35g - 90g), and key-travel (2.5, 3.6, 4.0mm), to match everyone's particular tastes. P.S also brands Cherry, Gateron, Kailh, Otemu, Greetech (Razer), TTC (Xiaomi)

You really do the best reviews for Coders! Please never stop this channel.

"With great sensitivity comes great typos". - TechLead.

Tech lead : I have 800$ dollars worth of keyboards r/mechanicalkeyboards: .... So only one kb?

@sakurakos88

3 жыл бұрын

That's almost the price for just a GMK keycap set like Mizu lmao

@imoscared

3 жыл бұрын

Ruben Sousa are you sure about that

@jacksmile6669

3 жыл бұрын

@@sakurakos88 yeah that's like way overblown (unless you're talking about the aftermarket that is)

@sakurakos88

3 жыл бұрын

@@jacksmile6669 yes in mechmarket

@dimedriver

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah and two of them are logitech junk. The apple keyboard is not great. What no full mechanicals?

I bought my brother the Razer Huntsman Elite for Christmas all because I heard about it from you. My brother loves it. I don`t have one, but I like it too, because of the sound it makes. I thought it was a pretty cool gift. Thanks!

Whow... fantastic overview. Great stuff! Thank you

Wow! Great video! You provided details that I normally have no clue of looking into.

Great and detailed video, thank you.

Wow, you are the first one I've encountered that also shares the fear I experience when using a keyboard with overly sensitive actuation! I'm not alone!

@goldenpiece7087

3 жыл бұрын

yeah, I do have left hands pinky issues because of "tab", "shift" and "ctrl".

@oxey_

3 жыл бұрын

It's why I stopped using gateron clears and switched to blues. Far less fatfingering and the tactile feedback feels really nice, imo.

Great content! Very informative and concise. Keep up the good work.

Thank you for this video! I was just searching Amazon for a better keyboard. Perfect timing, great video! 👏🏽🙏🏽

I love how analytical and thorough your review videos are!!!!

@jgbalboa

2 жыл бұрын

NOT!

7:00 "...it's late at night and you're tired and you just need that extra boost of inspiration and confidence thats' going to make you feel like a rockstar programmer " ah you're so right ! it is exactly what I look for with these keyboards !

@NomadicBrian

3 жыл бұрын

You mean parsing raw data in Clojure is not inspiration enough?

Thank you for sharing all these details!

This video was really helpful, thank you for reviewing these keyboards!!!

I'd love to see a video about the most comfortable chair to sit in for 8 hours every day.

@HargunSV

3 жыл бұрын

get a cushion for your tailbone, helps relieve a lot of pressure

@acehilm7470

3 жыл бұрын

herman miller

@rashadarbab2769

3 жыл бұрын

I wonder what those kneeling chairs are like. Surely they can’t be good for your knees.

@ferris387

3 жыл бұрын

Herman Miller Aeron hands down

@FlasRoose

3 жыл бұрын

@@rashadarbab2769 nah them things are no good for sitting longer than an hour a day. Also I guarantee you after a good month of using that knee chair you'll develop health problems in your legs

Watching this made me glad to buy an MK typist- can't wait to try it out. There seems to be different tiers of how in-depth reviewers go into keyboards, but it looks like the top-tier consumer boards are something like ducky or leopold.

Wow! Fantastic review!

Great video! I like your review style.

Just wait until he discovers r/mechanicalkeyboard. "How I built a Mechanical Keyboard (as a Millionaire)

@mattwaters9008

3 жыл бұрын

What is the appeal of mechanical keyboards? seems they are just noisier

@xallen7346

3 жыл бұрын

Matt Waters you would only get noisier keyboards if you choose noisier switches. Membrane keyboards are normally louder than boards that don’t use clicky switches. You should see how quiet some people get their boards to be. The main appeal of mech keyboards besides them being a much higher quality is that you can personalize them however you like. You can choose switches that will wake up half the neighborhood, or you could go the more silent route. If you want your keystrokes to take minimal effort then you can do that, or you can choose to need a firm push in order to activate each key. The possibilities are pretty endless especially when you consider that every single key can be personalized to be completely different in a mech board. The scary part is how lost you can get in researching and customizing mech boards lol. I’ve only been talking about the switches instead of the numerous other factors including keycaps, plate material, stabilizers, and of course the almighty rgb; each of these factors and the many that I didn’t list can drastically affect the overall experience of using your mech board. I would suggest taking some time to look at r/mechanicalkeyboards to learn more and find out what you would like in a mech board.

@mattwaters9008

3 жыл бұрын

@@xallen7346 thanks. That was pretty informative.

@xallen7346

3 жыл бұрын

Matt Waters np

@timurabdurasulov7442

3 жыл бұрын

r/mk is for morons, r/ck is for true customs

07:00 RGB makes you feel like a rock star programmer ;) Best remark ever on RGB lights....!

I love you man, always good stuff from you!

Sold. Great review. Thanks!

I’ve owned all of them. My daily driver is currently the MX Keys, I preordered the G915 TKL but was pretty disappointed, nothing wrong with the keyboard itself - had higher expectations, lacking USB-C etc. Not to mention, I find RGB distracting when programming so I’d personally recommend MX Keys for the average developer / user, they even released a Mac version a few weeks ago.

@aebek1413

2 жыл бұрын

does it make your finger tired after few weeks of working as the reviewer said

*Roasts tech reviewers* .... a few days later: TechLead: "Now what we're doing today is a showdown between the top keyboards...."

@rebelprogrammer9113

3 жыл бұрын

exactly ...

@JaY-fs4rd

3 жыл бұрын

Tech reviewers don't review keyboards.

@CarolinaDota

3 жыл бұрын

Im pretty sure it's intentional

@warkentien2

3 жыл бұрын

On the roast video, he said: "if tech reviewers were comparing keyboards, people would be hyped about keyboards." Basically lifestyle marketing 101.

@csvarona

3 жыл бұрын

The review style is actually of good quality. Focused on actual functionality and targeted audience. IMO.

Thank you for your videos. Really appreciate the experience and advice.

I really was looking for a major keyboards review on programmer's view. Thank you very much!!

just got a G915 as a birthday present and so far I'm pretty happy with it

Can't wait for, "Top Programming Mouse Pads for 2020 (as a Millionaire)."

@dogelife7901

3 жыл бұрын

mousepad is the foundation of all your movement, don't go into battle unprepared.

@fabletalegames2861

3 жыл бұрын

Best comment

@Sm00thieK

3 жыл бұрын

He isn't a millionaire.

@jfaquinojr

2 жыл бұрын

Flat clicker

Excellent review. Thanks.

very well put video! thanks for making it

Great roundup using experience and data. I haven't found a review like this before. Unfortunately, I am sticking to my MS Sculpt ergonomic keyboard because Logitech doesn't seem to care about our wrists. EDIT: they released a new ergonomic keyboard this year, as did MS. I think you should do a comparison.

Nice review man. I like what you said about RGB...some truth right there on the grind

Great lineup!

Great reviews. Love it thank you

For me, I love my Logitech MX Keys paired with my MX Master 3. Since I work from home, I use Logitech's Flow feature to swiftly move from my desktop to my work laptop throughout the day. The keyboard itself is so comfortable to type on and the mouse is near perfect to me.

I bought all the keyboards you mentioned above, I love G915 best!

Love your points about the little things, making a difference on your mental state....sooooo true !

You have the best review so far. Keep it up!

I used a $13 logitech K120 when coding for about the last six years. Just got a G815 today for gaming, and I really like it. I'll probably use it for coding too.

Loved this type of video! Can you do something where you compare the different IDE's that you've used? This isn't something that i've seen done before.

good review thank you very much. typing this with the g915 because of your review.

I enjoyed this review! Thx

Great vid

If what you're looking for is a low profile mechanical keyboard, you should try out the Keycrhon K1, which is a low profile keyboard with a wireless mode, with gateron low profile switches, in addition to that is almost half the price of those other keyboards in the showcase. Hope this helps a little. Greetings!

Thank you TechLead. Very informative

This is a damn great video, awesome reviews

Thanks! My team helped designed the G915 A decent budget version of this is the is the HAVIT HV-KB390L. It comes with both kailh blue and red switches. The blue switches are quite loud but offer stiffer suspension and tactile feedback to control compression. The red keys are as you suspect, linear. Additionally if you game and code as I do a very nice balance is found in the Cherry Low Profile series switches. I use the Filco Stingray TKL Ninja, because clean.

@piposanchez

2 жыл бұрын

I just ordered the G915 after hopelessly looking for a spanish layout blackwidow v3 pro (wireless). Everything is hyperinflated due to transport strikes, COVID, petrol prices etc xD I can type at about 135 wpm but have ADHD, so I think in the end the Logitech will be a much better choice due to the extra media keys and better bluetooth connectivity (so I can swap to mobile or tablet etc). I look forward to testing your product! :D

@luiswerner30pg

Жыл бұрын

@@piposanchez Qué tal te va con el logitech? quiero comprarlo, pero estoy dudando... existe el layout en español? no lo encuentro, soy de latam.

@caca738

9 ай бұрын

The design has one small but fatal flaw, the lack of backlight behind the secondary function keys…

My first TechLead video, didn't know what I got myself into but I'm glad I did😂

@CraigalFun

3 жыл бұрын

He's addictive

Just purchased the Linear for programming. Nice to know you made this your pick! Heading over to check out your fav mouse. Thanks!

Very cool video. I am considering a new keyboard, and you gave me a very good comparison of good keyboards. Thank you man.

Wow. I really had no idea such consideration went into keyboards!

If you think your keyboard isn't important now, you'll figure out how important it is (or was) when you've been typing for 30+ years. EXCELLENT review dude ... many thanks!! That Apex Pro apparently comes in different versions with different switches to suit your taste. Are some of those keyboards expensive? Yes. Is it nice not to have carpel tunnel when you're 50+ and been banging on a keyboard your whole career? YES.

@will-wowdk1930

3 жыл бұрын

sooo if we use cheap keyboard what we miss? chronic finger pain lmao 😂😁

@float32

2 жыл бұрын

Switching to a better layout than QWERTY will help much more than changing the feeling of the buttons.

@Rubindy

2 жыл бұрын

apex pro doesnt have different switches, u mean the apex 7?

@andrewpoloni4197

2 жыл бұрын

@@Rubindy Yeah, I'm not sure why the TKL version is called the Apex 7 vs. just the TKL version of the Pro?

@Rubindy

2 жыл бұрын

@@andrewpoloni4197 the apex 7 comes in blue, brown, red and apex pro and tkl with only omni switches afaik

Good video, subscribed!

Professional evaluation. Thank you.

"The keyboard is the way in which we interact with the world" Right in the feels man...

The greatest 15 minutes AD for keyboards that i ever seen. Deep.

@mrln.bllmnn

3 жыл бұрын

Just go to Taeha Types, the channel is full of great keyboard videos.

Top review! Nice one:))

Bravo! Bravo! Outstanding presentation !

I got the logitech G815 based on your review, and I have to say the keyboard is awesome.. My only complaint is as a programmer the arrow keys are too far away.. I have to stretch my pinky constantly and it's annoying. That's my only gripe, and the distance to travel is slightly higher than I'd like from key to key which requires a little more dexterity but other than that, this is a sweet keyboard.

This man just said the craziest thing ive heard "Huntsman is my budget pick"

@muzk8887

3 жыл бұрын

“...as a millionaire”

@KiyomiTakada

3 жыл бұрын

Huntsman is actually the cheapest out of his stash there...

@hampustornros

3 жыл бұрын

Just wait until this guy hears about $250-350 custom keyboards being a "budget" pick.

@muzk8887

3 жыл бұрын

@Arturo Ochoa gateron switches just as good.

@gt7984

3 жыл бұрын

Got a slightly used one for 55€, pretty damn cheap

GREAT VIDEO HELPED A LOT

Thank you so much for this video

"go out and do battle every day" lmao, this is why I TechLead

Following this comprehensive review I purchased the Razer Huntsman. Great keyboard. Thanks TechLead.

Awesome video. Thanks

Fantastic review.

I have the Logitech G Pro predecessor to this keyboard and honestly, it's great and has been for almost 4 years now. Click without being annoying, fits in a backpack (TKL), comfortable spacing, nice lighting. Now that they've got replaceable keys, I'm not sure there's much else to ask for. TKL + trackball FTW for programming.

@austinmitchell2746

Жыл бұрын

Are you still using it or what are you using now my man?

@peadookie

Жыл бұрын

@@austinmitchell2746 hey buddy, still recommend 100%. I did switch to the ZSA Moonlander due to carpal tunnel, but if I had not gone to an ergo keyboard, I would not have switched at all. The G Pro now lives on my sim racing rig. I totally stand by everything I said in the original comment. That being said, that keyboard is my preference and there are all sorts of preferences out there, e.g. The Plank or the Magic Keyboard. Some people want open source software, or they prefer no RBG, or they want this that or the other feature.

Pros: Everything Cons: Sounds like jellybeans.

@viperrius

3 жыл бұрын

Not to mention it's $200.

@zacjack

3 жыл бұрын

It’s not thatttt bad for something you use for 8-10 hours a day 5 days a week.

@pradeepchoudhary1627

3 жыл бұрын

that's why he recommended it. because it sounds like jellybeans.

@jasasul8164

2 жыл бұрын

@@viperrius not a problem when you're a millionaire

Great video, well done

Thank you. This is very informative.

As a keyboard enthusiast, I would personally recommend the GMMK TKL it has RGB, and hotswappable sockets, so it can be setup with any type of switch. It's in the general price range of the keyboards in this video. The Massdrop CTRL is also great for a larger budget

@onelonglizard

3 жыл бұрын

I love my GMMK! I swapped the caps for Ducky low profile ones and the RGB looks incredible. Kemove makes a really decent low budget keyboard that is fully hot swappable.

@johnkhachian8254

3 жыл бұрын

Nice, I have a GMMK TKL as well, and I obviously really like it

How to breathe ? TechLead - " Well as an ex-google , ex-facebook employee, let me tell you...."

@destroreact5706

2 жыл бұрын

RGB! your breathing must have RGB!

Super comprehensive review, beautifully done! Just so expensive but if you type 9am to 5pm, and beyond, probably gotta give your fingers / health this added boost and comfort, no?

This is the best review I have seen for keyboards

You’re too awesome for analyzing this in depth and I love you for it.

The perfect keyboard is likely not one of the mainstream offerings. There is a world of options out there.

@Aomicplane

2 жыл бұрын

While there are keyboards out there that you might objectively call just plain bad and not suited for anyone, mostly it all comes down to personal preference. What might be the perfect keyboard for one person might be the worst keyboard for another...

@daveg7878

2 жыл бұрын

@@Aomicplane true. My point is simply that the choices are endless. The odds of a mass market offering nailing YOUR ideal preferences is slim. There are good ones but if you want something tailored to your taste, build it that way.

Good to see that videos like this is made by great coders

Amazing and very helpful video