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Gigabyte GK-Force K83 Mechanical Keyboard Cherry MX Red/Blue $60.07 + Delivery (Free with Prime) @ Amazon US via Amazon AU

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Gigabyte GK-Force K83 Mechanical Keyboard Cherry MX Red/Blue $60.07 + Delivery (Free with Prime) @ Amazon US via Amazon AUAffiliate
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Being Askhole on 02/12/2018 - 13:56 amazon.com.au (3130 clicks)
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Very good price. Enjoy :)

  • Classic Design, Ultimate Enjoyment Built with CHERRY MX mechanical switches, FORCE K83 delivers amazingly responsive and accurate tactile feedback with every keystroke made
  • Absolute Anti-Ghosting Multi-Key press Capability Utilizing the revolutionary Anti-Ghosting Matrix key-switch design, FORCE K83 provides Anti-Ghosting across all zones of the keyboard(N-Key Rollover)
  • Hot-link Function Keys The convenient function keys (F1~F12) offer you an instant media control and easy access to the most common tools
  • Windows lock Functionality The Win-lock key with independent indicator allows you to disable the Windows key and prevent accidental activation of the Windows Start function during gaming session
  • Modern island-style layout The island-style key switch design can shield the keyboard from dropped crumbs or accidental spills that might damage the circuit board. * * * Any dust or liquid can be easily removed, keeping your FORCE K83 nice and clean all the time
  • Wear Resistant Keycaps
  • Non-slip Rubber Feet Stands
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  • ChickenAdobo on 02/12/2018 - 14:43

    It a good price for a mechanical keyboard. I got RGB version of Gigabyte

  • i2295 on 02/12/2018 - 15:34
    -3

    It has no backlight unfortunately. For this price you can buy some less known brand from Gearbest with backlight. Thanks for posting.

  • Diji1 on 02/12/2018 - 15:36

    Modern island-style layout

    The keys also appear to floating meaning you can remove the the keycaps from the switches using a key remover and get rid of all keyboard filth without worrying about PCBs or taking the keyboard apart (other than removing keys).

    I will never buy another keyboard without floating keys.

    • Blitzfx on 02/12/2018 - 16:34

      does floating keys mean I can just sweep under the keys to clean the keyboard? Like as in, the keys aren't recessed into the keyboard frame?

      • alvian on 02/12/2018 - 16:42

        Visit https://www.gigabyte.com/Keyboard/FORCE-K83#kf and scroll down to "Modern island-style layout". The product photo will answer your question.

        The island-style key switch design can shield the keyboard from dropped crumbs or accidental spills that might damage the circuit board. Any dust or liquid can be easily removed, keeping your FORCE K83 nice and clean all the time.

      • Diji1 on 02/12/2018 - 16:43

        Like as in, the keys aren't recessed into the keyboard frame?

        Yep, there's just a flat slab with the switches attached to it.

  • silverrat23 on 02/12/2018 - 15:38
    +1

    I have the Gigabyte Force K-83 (with Red switches) and here are my pros and cons -

    Pros:

    • Black, fits in any office setting without the boss gawking at its design, like many mechanical keyboards out there.
    • Feels super nice and smooth to type on, without the need to jab keys like a regular keyboard.
    • Not much louder than a regular one too.
    • Heavy, won't move/clack easily.
    • Has Windows Lock key - disables the Windows key, preventing accidental presses.

    Cons:

    • Prone to dirt/dead skin/ dust due to open structure of the keys.
    • White lettering gets dirty easily - turns from white to grey after a month (even after I wash my hands often).
    • Menu key (between right Alt and Ctrl keys) is replaced with the Windows Lock key.
    • Diji1 on 02/12/2018 - 16:47

      I'd add small footprint as a pro.

      And disagree with your con:

      Prone to dirt/dead skin/ dust

      The floating switch (you call it open) design means the keycaps can be removed with a keycap removing tool (or fingers …) and it can be cleaned with a vacuum cleaner.

  • Erwark on 02/12/2018 - 16:04

    Good price if they are genuine Cherry MX!

  • ChickenAdobo on 02/12/2018 - 16:40
    +2

    $2.10 more for RGB backlit, same brand @Amazon US via Amazon AU

    • alvian on 02/12/2018 - 16:46
      +3

      From previous discussion about this RGB keyboard (GK-XK700), the consensus is that it does not use Cherry MX switches but Gigabyte OEM TTC switches.

      • ChickenAdobo on 02/12/2018 - 16:50
        +1

        Hmm I dont know about that but if you want feedback then I can safely say even if this keyboard has OEM TTC switches, I feel these are better than logitech rubbish romer-G switches. More tactile feedback and softer press with this keyboard (I'm currently using it).

        • alvian on 02/12/2018 - 16:59
          +6

          Thanks for providing your personal experience. It is much more helpful to potential buyers than any amount of advertisements.

          I am not dismissing the quality of this keyboard or its value. Only that it is a little unfair to say "$2.10 more for RGB" without also mentioning that one uses Cherry MX and the other uses OEM TTC.

        • sk3iron on 03/12/2018 - 01:10

          Thats a joke right? Romer-G switches are far superior to any other oem mrch switch ive used other than cherrys

          • ChickenAdobo on 03/12/2018 - 01:14

            @sk3iron: Personal preference really. I have a Logitech G613 keyboard next to me collecting dust, I don't think i will be swapping back to Logitech as my main keyboard. it will be a linux on dex keyboard though.

  • djmm on 02/12/2018 - 18:47

    I can't decide - red or blue. I type I game.

    • Subada on 02/12/2018 - 19:23
      +3

      You'd be better off with a brown then which is a compromise between both.

    • stingyashell on 02/12/2018 - 21:48
      +1

      personal preference. Someone once told me they enjoy typing with red more than blue or brown. It really hard to tell which one you like until u use it for like a day. I tried to test it out at the shop but it was damn hard to tell.

  • StevePER on 02/12/2018 - 18:59

    I would buy if they were brown switches.

  • chintu123 on 02/12/2018 - 20:40

    I know the description says reb/blue but the photo on the add is black.

    Will this mean the keyboard be black,red or blur?

    I need a black one

    • Erwark on 02/12/2018 - 21:12
      +1

      Do you mean the actual plastic colour or the switch type? Red and Blue are types of switch. Keyboard is black in colour.

      • chintu123 on 02/12/2018 - 21:43

        What does switch type mean?

        • Hinee on 03/12/2018 - 09:48
          +1

          It means you're going to need to spend a couple of minutes familiarising yourself with mechanical keyboards.

        • Erwark on 03/12/2018 - 13:01
          +1

          Completely different key response. Blues are clicky
          Reds are light and smooth
          Blacks are heavier reds
          Browns have a bump like blues but not clicky
          There are others, but you want to do some reading. Cherry MX are the main brand, but lots of cheaper clones exist (which generally vary in feel)

  • frostman on 02/12/2018 - 21:04
    -3

    comes to $80AUD with shipping and taxes…not buying

    • Being Askhole on 02/12/2018 - 21:07
      +4

      Free shipping for prime members

        • ChickenAdobo on 02/12/2018 - 23:53

          The average joe doesn't go to this site. They pay full price at target,kmart etc in person. Honestly if you want to be part of the ozbargain club you need to be a amazon prime member. The frequency of Amazon deals posted here is astonishing. Chocolate, drinks, memory cards, shoes and many other things that you miss out on for NOT subscribing for prime membership worth a mere 10 bucks a month.

        • fatal on 03/12/2018 - 17:19

          Prime is literally free on trial and 4.95/month afterwards until Jan 2019. The "average jo blo" can afford that mate.

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