Author Topic: Dumb keyboard question (Read 6636 times)

Condor33 · « **on:** July 16, 2010, 08:31:22 AM »

My keyboard is a piece of junk. Looking to replace it, I've found these two keyboards, and am trying to decide which one to replace it with.

First option is the Saitek Cyborg v7

This one has a lot of macro keys, which I could probably find a use for, metal plated cursor, WASD, and space bar, and its backlit. You can change the backlighting color, and assign separate colors to different parts of the keyboard. What you can't see it that it also has a built in USB port, as well as headphone and mic plugs that run inside a very thick cord, which fans out into a few different plugs at its end. Unfortunately, you can't create macros on the fly, you have to use Saitek's really confusing software to do it ahead of time. I've bought other stuff by Saitek, I really like their looks and build quality, so I'm really tempted to buy this keyboard. Looking at Amazon for this keyboard, I can get one shipped from within my state for $65

The G-15

Well, this keyboard is also a good option. It has 6 macro buttons instead of the Cyborg's 12, and macros can be recorded on the fly. It has backlighting too, but only in burnt orange (ugh.) Built quality is the same as the Cyborg, from what I've read. It has a function to kill the Windows key when you're playing a game. but I've never really had an issue with that. It also has two USB ports on the back, but they're the obsolete 1.1 type and are low powered, making them not as useful. The big draw on this one is the screen, though I honestly can't think of what I'd do with it besides display system info, processor temp, etc. It seems like it would be useless to display in game information, you're looking at your screen, not your keyboard. I can get it cheaper than the Cyborg: I can get it for $50 on sale at Best Buy. THIS ENDS SATURDAY NIGHT.

I would like to get the Cyborg, but the macro keys needing software kind of puts me off. The G-15 doesn't need software to do that. The USB on the Cyborg is also a benefit, the G-15 doesn't really do this with its low power ports that don't seem good for plugging in memory. Both are backlit, but I don't really like the G-15's orange. It's a minor issue, but pretty much every piece of lighting on my computer is either blue or red. Mostly blue. The screen on the G-15 is kind of a plus, I could use it to display system info instead of an on-screen display, but I can't think of any other use for it. The Cyborg simply doesn't have that. The touch panel of the Cyborg is nice, but its a fingerprint magnet.

I don't play any MMOs, which seems to be what the G-15 is designed for. I mainly play strategy and simulator games. The Cyborg on the other hand, seems to be made for FPS games, of which I have exactly none (although Half Life 2 is really tempting to buy.) What do you guys think I should do?

Pwnator · « **Reply #1 on:** July 16, 2010, 08:38:57 AM »

From what you're playing, you seem to need a lot of hotkeys. The Cyborg seems to get the job done. :D

freeziez · « **Reply #2 on:** July 16, 2010, 09:07:00 AM »

I vote for the Cyborg.

Serge · « **Reply #3 on:** July 16, 2010, 09:24:22 AM »

Das Keyboard

'nuff said. I'll never go back to these plastic-dome monstrosities.

frezal · « **Reply #4 on:** July 16, 2010, 01:02:46 PM »

Go with this:

http://www.thinkgeek.com/interests/techies/8193/

Sparkey98 · « **Reply #5 on:** July 16, 2010, 01:06:53 PM »

I that real?????

Serge · « **Reply #6 on:** July 16, 2010, 01:56:46 PM »

Quote from: frezal on July 16, 2010, 01:02:46 PM

Go with this:
(Image removed from quote.)

http://www.thinkgeek.com/interests/techies/8193/

I tried typing "on" that once.
1) hard to "touch" type
2) fingers hurt like crap

Condor33 · « **Reply #7 on:** July 16, 2010, 02:38:43 PM »

Besides, I would hope not to spend 800 dollars on this.

COOLRUNNER87 · « **Reply #8 on:** July 16, 2010, 10:28:03 PM »

I currently use the Cyborg, and it's a very nice keyboard. However, considering the G15 is going for cheaper, GO FOR IT. It's a better keyboard, and you'll get used to the burnt orange backlight.

Jack Daniels · « **Reply #9 on:** July 16, 2010, 11:08:49 PM »

I vote for the Saitek as well. I have some excellent Saitek speakers and I think the build quality is stellar.

For the record my fav keyboard is the Firefly Borealis:

Slim, Simple, Petite, and excellent lighting. Very nice budget keyboard without all the frills.

Sage · « **Reply #10 on:** July 16, 2010, 11:30:05 PM »

Das Keyboard looks cool.

Serge · « **Reply #11 on:** July 17, 2010, 09:17:05 AM »

Why the

do you all need backlight on a keyboard?

G.K. · « **Reply #12 on:** July 17, 2010, 09:18:30 AM »

Voted for the G-15 by mistake.

freeziez · « **Reply #13 on:** July 17, 2010, 09:34:52 AM »

Quote from: G.K. on July 17, 2010, 09:18:30 AM

Voted for the G-15 by mistake.

Me too.

Jack Daniels · « **Reply #14 on:** July 17, 2010, 01:22:47 PM »

Quote from: Serge on July 17, 2010, 09:17:05 AM

Why the do you all need backlight on a keyboard?

I drink a lot and compute in the dark... backlight saves me from being lost like a little girl in the night.

Condor33 · « **Reply #15 on:** July 17, 2010, 01:24:07 PM »

So far its 4-9 in favor of the Cyborg. Cast your votes quick, the sale on the G-15 ends tonight so I'll be leaving in a few hours to go get one or the other of these.

JD is right, it lets you use the keyboard at night.

Hydro · « **Reply #16 on:** July 17, 2010, 01:35:32 PM »

https://gametechmods.com/uploads/images/49233DSC00052.JPG
https://gametechmods.com/uploads/images/55960DSC00053.JPG

Problem solved.

Serge · « **Reply #17 on:** July 17, 2010, 02:00:35 PM »

Quote from: Condor33 on July 17, 2010, 01:24:07 PM

JD is right, it lets you use the keyboard at night.

Umm... Doesn't everyone touch type these days anyway?

G.K. · « **Reply #18 on:** July 17, 2010, 02:02:25 PM »

Jack Daniels · « **Reply #19 on:** July 17, 2010, 02:06:20 PM »

I have trouble finding the F & J nipples when the lights are out. XD

Poll

Which should I get?

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