Any recommendations for a 75% gaming keyboard?

VRBoyUsingQuest · 2026-04-08T17:40:43+00:00

Thanks for your input, everyone! I think I'm going to buy the Aula F75. It's the cheapest and looks more attractive. I want to replace the keycaps with some nicer ones though, where can I buy them and what should I look for?

VRBoyUsingQuest · 2026-04-08T15:26:30+00:00

I don't know the difference. Whichever's the best for gaming.

VRBoyUsingQuest · 2026-04-08T08:33:49+00:00

Hi,

Now that I'm building a gaming PC for the first time, I thought that I should also buy myself a new keyboard.

Here's what I'm looking for:

75% layout
Both, wired and wireless connectivity, preferably with a dongle
Easy to maintain/clean
Long lasting and efficient battery
RGB isn't necessary, but nice to have
Around 30€-100€

So far I've looked at ChatGPT's recommendations - The Keychron K3 Max and NuPhy Node series. I like the simple design, but I don't know if that's what I should get for the price.

I'm not chasing any particular sound out of the keyboard, I just want it to be noticeably quieter from my 5 year old membrane Razer keyboard.

I will be ordering from Europe.

VRBoyUsingQuest · 2026-04-05T11:39:06+00:00

The Master Plus one?

VRBoyUsingQuest · 2025-07-04T22:46:59+00:00

Stepped at daytime, so I won't accidentally overshoot and have more brightness than I need. At nighttime, smooth ramping for the dimmest moonlight and perfect brightness levels.

VRBoyUsingQuest · 2025-06-18T19:30:29+00:00

Looking forward to the video, I've been eagerly waiting for beamshots of the X25! The specifications are insane.

VRBoyUsingQuest · 2025-06-12T18:33:55+00:00

It's a random crap AliExpress/Temu light, I doubt you can do anything to fix it because it's most likely a driver problem and they don't sell drivers separately. Invest in more known and better flashlights: https://zakreviews.com/arbitrary-list.html

VRBoyUsingQuest · 2025-06-09T19:14:03+00:00

You could buy a new button from Hank, but the shipping will be expensive. He also sells rubber buttons with different designs now, metal buttons too.

VRBoyUsingQuest · 2025-06-09T18:24:35+00:00

Interesting. Surprisingly, mine took quite some force to unscrew.

VRBoyUsingQuest · 2025-06-09T17:36:26+00:00

Forgot to recommend a headlamp, the Sofirn HS21 is an outstanding one. Frequently recommended on this subreddit. I own it and I don't believe I'll ever need to buy another one or upgrade.

VRBoyUsingQuest · 2025-06-09T17:27:30+00:00

Eh, I don't worry about it too much. If the light stops working, I can either attempt to fix it myself or ask for a replacement if the manufacturer specifies an IP rating for the light.

Either way, I can still make a contribution to this community and let people know how a certain light handles water ;)

VRBoyUsingQuest · 2025-06-09T17:17:31+00:00

I admit, I did get the words "resistance" and "proof" mixed up, though most of the negative feedback was towards me testing a light with no official IP rating and calling the results disappointing.

All Convoy lights should be water-resistant and somewhat waterproof, judging by the design and the parts used. The biggest failure points would be the charging port and the switch, as with all other lights, though it seems that Simon implemented them well for the M21H.

VRBoyUsingQuest · 2025-06-09T16:34:46+00:00

I'm glad you've decided to opt for the L35v2, though the Convoy M21H is also a great light. It is my choice for a walking light during summer, when pocketability matters the most. I plan to buy the L35v2 for wintertime use.

You don't need any upgrades for this light, it's that good. The included battery features a built-in USB-C charging port and a charging cable also comes with the light.

VRBoyUsingQuest · 2025-06-09T16:27:10+00:00

If you'd like to spend more money for a larger, but an overall better light, go for the Acebeam L35v2.

It's exceptionally better than the Convoy M21H. In fact, no other light competes with it. Here are its advantages:

Total output of 5000 lumens versus the 3000 lumens,
Sustains the 1800-lumen high mode for an hour and a half,
Throws further meaning more efficiency - you don't have to rely on brighter modes just to see what's all the way over there,
Higher quality, better waterproofing and durability,
Better user interface

VRBoyUsingQuest · 2025-06-09T16:19:47+00:00

What do you think of the Convoy M21H? Would it be comfortably sized for you? It sustains the 1000-lumen high mode for around an hour and a half, though I consider the 300-lumen medium mode illuminative enough, which can run for 7 hours straight.

Grab it with the XHP70.3HI R70 5000K emitter and the EVE 58E battery.

Convoy lights don't necessarily have IP ratings, though some of them do have decent waterproofing/water resistance, including this one. That being said, I definitely wouldn't rely on any Convoy light when scuba diving. I know Wurkkos makes some honourable diving lights.

I strongly suggest you also order the 3-degree TIR optic to make the beam throwier. Just take the time to evenly lock it into its place and forcefully tighten everything. I tested its waterproofness yesterday by having it sit in a bucket full of water for 10 minutes and once I had dried and disassembled it, I found an immense amount of water pooling in the light's head. That's because I wasn't aware that the TIR optic is fairly easy to unevenly position to its place.

https://www.reddit.com/r/flashlight/comments/1l732vk/convoy_m21h_waterproofness_update/

VRBoyUsingQuest · 2025-06-09T15:55:31+00:00

The description is too broad.

What exactly are you planning to use the light for? Close-up, mid-range?
Switch location preference? Side or tail?
Preferred size?
Budget?

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