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AmazonBasics Gaming Keyboard
Last Updated: October 31, 2020 (Refresh Now)
7.3
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/10
Total Reviews
558
Old Reviews
228
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Keyboard
169keys, gaming, mechanical, keyboards, typing
+67%
-33%
" ... very cool keyboard with multifunctional keys. ... "
" ... He wanted to replace his keyboard for several months. ... My son’s favorite part is changing keyboard light to his favorite color. ... "
" ... So I got this keyboard to replace a solar Logitech that I had for the past few years . ... I decided to go wired since I've begun gaming more on the PC anyway, so I found this keyboard. ... The keyboard can be set up to display any color you choose . ... "
" ... UPDATE: After writing the initial review below I remembered there was software included with this keyboard so in an effort to keep it working I went through the software and found a "Reset to Factory Default" option. ... "
" ... The keyboard works good, my boyfriend said that he likes it. ... "
" ... I like this gaming keyboard! ... At the same time, when you knock the keyboard, the keys make crisp sound which really make me feel relax. ... "
" ... I had a cheap gaming keyboard that I used for the last 3 years but it recently started to have issues so I started looking for new ones. ... "
" ... I am very happy that I have a new keyboard to use! ... The new keyboard saved my game life! ... "
Gaming
72keyboard, games, game, keys, gamer
+93%
-7%
" ... It enough to make things while gaming. ... "
" ... He uses the keyboard to play games and school work. ... "
" ... It is a decent gaming keyboard. ... "
" ... The keyboard gives me an special experience for gaming. ... My favorite games are LOL and Dota 2, and both of them can be play well on this keyboard. ... "
" ... For gaming not an issue. ... "
" ... And play games! ... "
" ... Once upon a time I played video games and stuff. ... Plus my son thinks its cool and wants to play minecraft on it now. ... "
" ... Bought this for my 2nd keyboard, needed a non mechanical due to my sweaty palms during gaming. ... "
Controls
55press, key, controls, mute, macros
+51%
-49%
" ... I've used it on games where I need to press multiple keys at a time and it does it's job. ... "
" ... It can switch between red, green or blue backlight with a touch. ... "
" ... Keys are well placed and have a good feel, I like the gray WASD keys. ... "
" ... For example, one touch media controls, save a lot of time. ... "
" ... Keys are very responsive, no ghosting yet. ... "
" ... I've used it on games where I need to press multiple keys at a time and it does it's job. ... "
" ... It feels good to type and I've had no issues with keys sticking or fat-fingering the wrong one. ... I listen to music when working and the controls work. ... the music icon actually opens your default music player and the play/pause/stop controls do their job. ... Mute works, but you can't change the volume. ... "
" ... The buttons are respon very fast. ... "
Comfort
43keys, typing, shift key, gaming, feels
+84%
-16%
" ... Really love the feeling. ... "
" ... The keyboard is heavy enough not to slip unexpectedly, and has a nice positive key feel. ... "
" ... It is easy to use, it makes my finger comfortable. ... "
" ... just slightly more spaced than normal. ... "
" ... Very responsive and has very good clicking and the mechanical parts are top notch. ... "
" ... The keyboard and mouse was a comfortable addition to my pc. ... "
" ... This is also a gamer keyboard and can be programmed as you see fit, I am not a gamer per say but it is good to have that option if needed in the future. ... "
" ... Seriously, all bs aside, it's a good product, you'll get a great value for your money with this, it feels really good and it looks just badass! ... "
Product Reliability
24working, stopped working, replacement, keyboard, usage
+42%
-58%
" ... I got this back in January the back lighting just stopped, it did not even last the year. ... "
" ... Backlight stopped working completely after just a few months of use. ... "
" ... Nope it worked for a month then it broke then it worked for 1 day then it broke then I called support and got a new one for FREE but it still didn’t work so I bought a new gaming keyboard so I do not like amazonbasics gaming keyboard. ... "
" ... Then the less on the left side went out less than a week into it. ... "
" ... Then it started sending random commands for no reason. ... "
" ... It quit working on my computer. ... "
" ... The replacement does not have this issue. ... "
" ... but then it just died. ... "
Features
19lights, lighting, key, cool, lock
+74%
-26%
" ... I like that it is easy to switch from game mode to desktop mode. ... "
" ... The lighting is really nice with many settings. ... "
" ... Love the led light so much ！！low price but good quality！ ... "
" ... The night light can help me recognize the button at night. ... "
" ... Haven't used all features. ... "
" ... It has really cool lights and you can even custom by yourself. ... "
" ... The lights are bright. ... "
" ... It can switch between red, green or blue backlight with a touch. ... "
Price
18money, worth, worth the price, screen, satisfied
+94%
-6%
" ... Bought it to distance my eye from the screen of the laptop, and it totally worth the price ... "
" ... So far it's been a great product at a great price. ... "
" ... Good for the money. ... "
" ... As is the case with Amazon Basics products I feel you get value for your money. ... "
" ... Bought it to distance my eye from the screen of the laptop, and it totally worth the price ... "
" ... For the money, it was fantastic. ... "
" ... Overall the product is worth the price. ... "
" ... 1) For the Price, even if you sell this as junk, you will get your money back for the materials, but that is all you are going to get from this keyboard. ... "
Ease of Use
17software, keys, easy to use, use, software is easy
+94%
-6%
" ... It has an easy set up. ... "
" ... The software is very easy to use with every single color combination ever possible! ... "
" ... The macro keys were easy to program. ... "
" ... It is very easy to use. ... "
" ... The customization isn't as overboard as many keyboards but it is also much simpler than many to setup and program your own macros. ... "
" ... The software for controlling the RGB is lightweight and simple. ... "
" ... Easy to set up and a pleasure to use. ... "
" ... It is also easy to clean the keys , because it's keys can be taking off simply. ... "
Color
16colors, lights, limited, lighting, even
+88%
-13%
" ... Only change to certain colors ... "
" ... Lights up, even changes color. ... "
" ... Very happy with the LED colors. ... "
" ... Lights up, even changes color. ... "
" ... The feel of the keystrokes is great, the back-lighting is very adjustable for both color and brightness. ... "
" ... I like the keys and the colors. ... "
" ... The feel of the keystrokes is great, the back-lighting is very adjustable for both color and brightness. ... "
" ... The colors are a nice effect but not the brightest, but it's also not super important to me. ... "
Build Quality
16solid, feels, sturdy, good, wobbly
+69%
-31%
" ... It's got really satisfactory clicking and feels very premium. ... "
" ... It's sturdy, works well, looks cool, and does everything you would expect it to. ... "
" ... Looks good , feels good . ... "
" ... Pretty heavy and solid built. ... "
" ... It's heavy and feels super durable. ... "
" ... Good solid weight to it, doesnt feel cheaply made ... "
" ... Pretty heavy and solid built. ... "
" ... feels good just like a machanical one. ... "
Software Platform
12windows, download, wise, restart, included
+33%
-67%
" ... Don't waste your time and money if you're running Windows 10. ... "
" ... UPDATE 6-7-2020 various issues and good/bad things ... "
" ... Not good software out of date ... "
" ... Software isnt bad, when it works. ... Had to restart my computer randomly because the software would fail to function, or open at all. ... "
" ... Main issue I have is the software. ... "
" ... 3) I did not have any issues with the software but that is of no use, dedicated Key macros, I think are a thing of the past, scripts do that now. ... "
Design
12look, feels good, cool, sturdy, really
+67%
-33%
" ... It's sturdy, works well, looks cool, and does everything you would expect it to. ... "
" ... This kayboard look Elegant not too heavy, and light to type. ... "
" ... Really love the feeling. ... "
" ... I get compliments from everyone who sees it. ... "
" ... Looks good , feels good . ... "
" ... feels good just like a machanical one. ... "
" ... I found this by accident as a suggested item while looking at a logitech so I decided to take a look. ... "
Marketplace
11replacement, time, shipping, quality, product
+82%
-18%
" ... Amazon basic products so far have a good reputation with me. ... "
" ... The 1kΩ res approach as shown in the pic also worked. ... "
" ... I trust Amazon Basic because you cannot go wrong. ... "
" ... Very fast shipping. ... "
" ... I did get a replacement which fixed these problems, so just be aware you may need to order a replacement if amazon doesnt do better quality control on this product. ... "
" ... nice job amazon. ... "
" ... Amazon really knows how to make a quality product, I kinda look for everyday things that I need here first now. ... "
" ... Amazon really knows how to make a quality product, I kinda look for everyday things that I need here first now. ... "
Ports
11port, keyboard, ports, one, braided usb
+45%
-55%
" ... For some reason it this keyboard will not work on my motherboards USB2 ports. ... "
" ... No lights, Windows did not recognize it, tried on three different PCs with various USB ports. ... "
" ... This is not for you if you cannot solder SMD's or if your USB port has a constant 5V, unless the power is unplugged. ... "
" ... I installed, reinstalled, tried several USB. ... "
" ... So this keyboard, the USB seems to only work with one particular USB port on my PC. ... "
" ... So this keyboard, the USB seems to only work with one particular USB port on my PC. ... Had a weird time installing, then decided to just move all my USB devices around, and then it worked. ... "
Returns
10return, amazon, send, find, window
-100%
" ... I returned it. ... "
" ... I received a replacement and was told to return the old one, but was given no instructions on how to return it, SURPRISE!!! ... How was I supposed to know/remember to go back to my ORIGINAL purchase receipt to find the return information? ... "
" ... Had to return it and bought something else. ... "
" ... Amazon did send a second replacement unit, but that one also didn't work. ... So, unfortunately, I'm going to send in for a full refund and probably go with another brand. ... "
" ... Can't find anyway to fix. ... "
" ... I'm returning for a full refund. ... "
" ... The replacement does not have this issue. ... So I guess what Amazon lacks in quality control, they make up for with their return policy. ... "
" ... The replacement does not have this issue. ... So I guess what Amazon lacks in quality control, they make up for with their return policy. ... "
Display Clarity
9backlight, led, brightness, worth the price, worth
+78%
-22%
" ... It can switch between red, green or blue backlight with a touch. ... "
" ... The adjustable (color and brightness) backlight is the reason I chose this item. ... "
" ... Super cool with the LED backlights. ... "
" ... Backlights are fantastic. ... "
" ... Bought it to distance my eye from the screen of the laptop, and it totally worth the price ... "
" ... Bought it to distance my eye from the screen of the laptop, and it totally worth the price ... "
Device Compatibility
9computer, work, lights, windows, plugged
+33%
-67%
" ... Lights wouldn't turn off when I shut down the computer. ... One PC didn't recognize any keystrokes. ... "
" ... The lights would blink on and off as if it were being unplugged and plugged back in. ... "
" ... Does not work greatly with Mac ... "
" ... Had to restart my computer randomly because the software would fail to function, or open at all. ... "
" ... Recreated the issue on two different computers. ... "
" ... Dunno if there's something going on with the board or my PC but, well it was frustrating. ... "
For Kids
8like, minecraft, loves, keyboard, bought
+75%
-25%
" ... My sons absolutely love these. ... "
" ... Bought this for my son . ... "
" ... My kids like it. ... "
" ... My kids like it. ... "
Volume
8volume, quickly, typing, space, mute
-100%
" ... (Not good for a lot of typing either as the keypresses are loud and quickly gets annoying) ... Several keys are VERY loud, space bar can be heard from Mars. ... "
" ... Definitely on the loud side. ... "
" ... What I don't like though is how loud the key clacking is 😝. ... "
" ... If you have this keyboard I would just warn you that it is very loud. ... "
" ... If you have this keyboard I would just warn you that it is very loud. ... "
Mouse
8keyboard, gaming, rgb, keyboard and mouse, better
+88%
-13%
" ... If you also get the Amazon Gaming mouse, you can synch the colors, and that's kind of cool. ... "
" ... The keyboard and mouse was a comfortable addition to my pc. ... The mouse was better then average, a good quality. ... "
" ... Just needed a cheap keyboard for work, but didn't want to spend an arm and a leg for a Logitech gaming keyboard. ... "
" ... I am now looking for RGB mouse to go with this keyboard. ... "
" ... I also bought the mouse as a set for my cousin birthday gift. ... "
" ... Although this feels nothing like a $100 Razer keyboard, it feels very nice and types much better than my 2018 MacBook pro keyboard. ... "
" ... The denser, usually the better) This won't get knocked around easily unlike smaller keyboards. ... "
Drivers
7page, keyboard, install, driver, properly
+57%
-43%
" ... My company computer will not allow drivers to be loaded and most of the macro enabled keyboards I have seen requires the drivers to use the macros. ... "
" ... Time will show how great of a value this is, and go to item page and DL driver, will get the most current and not need x updates. ... "
" ... The drivers were easy to find in the original product description. ... "
" ... The drivers were easy to find in the original product description. ... "
Apps
7windows, wise, download, setting, macros
+14%
-86%
" ... Not good software out of date ... "
" ... Software isnt bad, when it works. ... "
" ... Software glitches and takes over CPU. ... "
" ... 3) I did not have any issues with the software but that is of no use, dedicated Key macros, I think are a thing of the past, scripts do that now. ... "
Overall performance
6fast, software, job, glitches, faster
+83%
-17%
" ... My Corsair K70 works fine in both USB2 and USB3. ... "
" ... the borron rebound speed is fast.when i play thegame “puby”.the reaction is sensitive enough,the is no button conflict ... "
" ... It responds rapid and bound back fast. ... "
" ... I brought it to our office for my daily use, it makes me much more enjoy my job. ... "
Sound Quality
5mechanical, keys, feel, sound, music
+60%
-40%
" ... I listen to music when working and the controls work. ... "
" ... This one is almost perfect, I wish it was a little quieter. ... "
" ... This one is almost perfect, I wish it was a little quieter. ... "
Delivery
4+50%
-50%
" ... First of all, one of them was dead on arrival, so that was great. ... "
Setup
3easy, settings, set, link, installed
+67%
-33%
" ... It has an easy set up. ... "
As Gift
3birthday, keyboard
+100%
" ... It is a gift for my son. ... "
" ... I'm a birthday present for a friend! ... "
" ... I buy the keyboard for my cousin's birthday gift. ... "
Cleaning
3clean, also, keys, keyboard, hard
+67%
-33%
" ... It is also easy to clean the keys , because it's keys can be taking off simply. ... "
" ... Great for the price you pay and the clean aesthetic look to it. ... "
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