The best keyboards for PC of 2024

Giving you everything you could ever need in a keyboard, a variety of colour options, switches, and all for a very reasonable price. Epomaker's collaboration with Aula gives way to their F76, combining all of the most desirable features on the modern keyboard market into one great product.

It offers three ways to connect, if you'd prefer it plugged directly into your computer, connecting though Bluetooth or through the included receiver, switching modes is simple especially if you share a keyboard across multiple setups. This gives you more versatility than most otherwireless keyboard on the market.

If you'd prefer a quiet and subdued typing experience, opting for the ice vein linear switches is your best bet, though there are options for clicky switches for a more "gamer" feel, as well as tactile for those who are after a more subdued typing experience but still like the responsiveness of clicky switches. The included RGB backlighting can be edited or even turned off at any time through the included software. Switching from work to gaming has never been easier.

Made with high-quality ABS plastic, the included acoustic dampening pads across the gasket-mounted PCB means your typing experience will be as cushioned as possible, with minimal pinging across the board (literally).

For a little more cash, the Arteck 60 per cent keyboard is perfect for travelling light and keeping your productivity high. With the same build quality and design as the Arteck full-size keyboard, but without the number pad, this smaller Arteck wireless keyboard is ideal for moving about the room, lounging back in your chair and casually scrolling through social media, without being remotely bulky or obtrusive at all.

With the loss of the number pad, however, those with more number-oriented jobs might want the speed and convenience of a dedicated number pad, so it's worth getting the slightly more expensive model.

That being said, for a light, comfortable and well-made 60 per cent keyboard, the Arteck wireless keyboard is just for you.

If you're desk-bound most of the day, though you're not moving and lifting heavy objects, your hands and wrists can certainly begin to develop soreness after hours of typing.

To alleviate pain and discomfort, you should absolutely consider switching over to Logitech's brilliant Ergonomic desktop keyboard, a brilliantly innovative keyboard that's made to fit human hands.

Though it may look strange, this brilliant ergonomic keyboard contours to the shape of your hands, giving you a much more comfortable typing experience overall. What's more, there's also a plush wrist rest, which prevents all sorts of wrist issues in the long run, including carpal tunnel.

Perfect for the office or home, though this great keyboard for PCs may take some getting used to, it's worth using to minimise straining and boost your productivity.

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If your desk space is limited or you prefer the simplicity of a smallish keyboard, the RK ROYAL KLUDGE RK61 Plus is simply brilliant at its price. Mechanical, made well and ultra-responsive, this speedy linear keyboard is great for home office workers to get through whatever work they're doing as fast as possible, and doubles as a great gaming option.

Modern mechanical keyboards for PCs are simply brilliant at offering responsive key actuation, making them perfect for jobs and activities where accuracy is key. Customisable with programmable keys, RGB backlight, and even swappable keys, the RK61 Plus keyboard is made for longevity, performance and ease of use. The two colourways offer a nice pop of colour for any desk, a departure from the typical dark greys and bl

Thanks to its size and RGB lighting, however, the battery life of RK61 isn't amazing at 13 hours, which is particularly low for a keyboard, though it has good standby times. But with a good cable and some patience, you'll find there's enough for whatever you set your heart on doing.

Logitech is well known for their high-quality peripherals. Even when giving budget options, it delivers a reliable keyboard that works great if you're working in or out of the office. There is a wireless option should you want a more mobile option.

This full-sized keyboard has everything you need for simply typing words into a computer, and at this price that might be all you're looking for. Affordable doesn't even begin to describe this option, especially from such a reliable name brand, you can be sure this keyboard will be with you for as long as you want it to be.

The switches are a membrane construction, though still give a satisfying bottom out, allowing for a quiet (but not silent) typing experience, especially useful for busy offices where the surrounding noise is high enough as it is.

The adjustable feet allow you to change the height of the keyboard for improved ergonomics at your desk, avoiding back pains as you go. Though the construction is a little cheap, as long as you know this is a no-frills option and are just looking for a basic option to get your inputs in, look no further.

Gamers, if you're looking for an absolutely brilliant gaming keyboard that'll keep you ahead of the curve, comfortable and stylish, the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro mechanical gaming keyboard is precisely for you.

Razer is known for its peripherals with impeccable build quality and outstanding accuracy – the BlackWidowV4 Pro carries the same pros.. All this combined with the great Razer Chroma RGB lighting, dedicated macro keys and selection of multimedia controls, sets it apart from other gaming keyboards on the market easily. 

Though it isn't wireless, you'll never want to move it once set up thanks to the included cushioned magnetic wrist rest. Once you're setup, you're set for life. The double-shot ABS plastic keycaps will never fade, meaning no matter how much you type, and how long your fingers stay on the WASD keys, none of them will fade.

For one of thebest gaming keyboards of the year, the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro cannot be beaten, it's just that good.

On the budget side of prices, for a smaller setup that's significantly cheaper, the G.Skill KM250 keyboard is perfect for starting out your gaming setup with a bang.

Brilliant to use and ideal for smaller desk setups thanks to its 65 per cent size, the KM250 is surprisingly robust for its price. If the included Cherry MX Red switches are great for gaming with an ultra-smooth travel, but if you'd prefer something else you can change out the switches at any time thanks to the hotswap PCB design.

On top of those switches are durable PBT double-shot keycaps, meaning the legends will never wear out since it's all plastic and no printing. If that wasn't enough, the "pudding" design allows the RGB to shine brighter than ever before. Good thing too, as the multiple available light configurations give you more options than ever to light up your desk.

If a greatbudget gaming keyboard is what you're looking for, you've certainly found it, all without sacrificing RGB lighting.

Your setup may need to change on a dime, have a keyboard that can be as fluid as you. That's where the Everest Max comes in. On the surface, it resembles other sleek gaming keyboards, it's only when you see the extras that it starts to shine. A removable keypad and media controller that can fit either side of your keyboard, as well as a hotswap PCB make this the most versatile keyboard on the market.

Every part of this typing experience is configurable, from the keys to the lights to the controller, and the included hotkeys on the number pad can help replace the Stream Deck you may have had your eye on.

Coming stock with high-quality Cherry switches, pre-lubed for smoothness out of the box, accuracy and spectacle has never felt smoother. In addition, your back will thank you thanks to the adjustable feet and included wrist rest, allowing for optimum positioning and ergonomic bliss.

While on the more expensive side, you get what you pay for with this keyboard, and that is a lot.

If you want to bring a bit of bling to your setup, look no further than the GMMK Pro. This keyboard is designed for consumers and enthusiasts alike, constructed from machined aluminium, with the pre-built version coming equipped with a coiled cable and wrist rest to boot.

Though it may not show it, this keyboard is filled with features, accessed through the configuration software. Able to onboard RGB configurations with a variety of colours and patterns, you can have your lights matching your colour scheme in no time. If that wasn't enough, the Glorious Fox switches come pre-lubed for an extra smooth typing experience. Extra satisfaction comes from the PBT keycaps, offering a satisfying "thock" when depressed.

It may not look like it from the outside, but this keyboard is built to cater for those who want a little something more out of their typing experience.