Whats a keyboard that feels most like a laptop?

Finns14 · Nov 11, 2005

So I've only gamed on a laptop and now I just built myself a computer and I want something to mimic my laptop keyboard for my new desktop. I know that it won't be exactly the same but something with some nice low profile keys would be great. The Saitek and new logitech keyboard look nice but they are just so damn expensive. If you want to suggest another good gaming keyboard that would be helpful I'm looking to spend about $30 at the most. Thanks!

Mutilator · Nov 11, 2005

Is this the Logitech keyboard you were talking about? I saw one on display the other day and was wondering who would want a laptop keyboard for their desktop but I guess now I know.

Looks like they're about $50 for the mouse and keyboard, if you could find just the keyboard I'd imagine it'd be around the $30 range but it doesn't look like they sell it seperately.

johnnqq · Nov 11, 2005

dude you want a regular keyboard. TRUST ME.

cirrhosis · Nov 11, 2005

Deck sells an awesome gaming keyboard that would suit your purpose. Every key is aluminated and it's heavy duty. Too bad it retails for 80-100.

Logitech Elite is a great KB too, considerably cheaper and enormous.

Skyhanger · Nov 11, 2005

I had the Logitech Elite and I HATED it. Full size keys are a pain in the ass once you get used to slim keys (johnnqq obviously has no idea what he is talking about)
The Logitech UltraX is what you want. It has the standard 104 key layout w/ slim keys. It's no longer part of Logitech's current lineup, but you can find it around for $25.

Slim keys are so much better than normal keys cuz you can type faster and more accurately. It does take awhile to get used to it if you've never used a laptop...

eLiu · Nov 11, 2005

Originally posted by: Skyhanger
I had the Logitech Elite and I HATED it. Full size keys are a pain in the ass once you get used to slim keys (johnnqq obviously has no idea what he is talking about)
The Logitech UltraX is what you want. It has the standard 104 key layout w/ slim keys. It's no longer part of Logitech's current lineup, but you can find it around for $25.

Slim keys are so much better than normal keys cuz you can type faster and more accurately. It does take awhile to get used to it if you've never used a laptop...

I'm using the UltraX now. I LOVE this keyboard...people who use my computer also love my keyboard. You should get one.

cirrhosis · Nov 11, 2005

Will have to check out that UltraX.

Finns14 · Nov 11, 2005

Thanks guys this sounds like hte way to go any idea where I can pick one of these up? I will probably just go to price grabber but just wondering where you may have gotten it from

Finns14 · Nov 11, 2005

Oh is that one wireless cause I really don't want a wireless keyboard its bad for gaming

Jiggz · Nov 12, 2005

What you are looking for is called Compact KB. Check this page KB

j511180 · Nov 12, 2005

I've had this AOpen keyboard for a couple months now - love the feel of it and it's a nice deal for 20$

Tiamat · Nov 12, 2005

Logitech UltraX keyboard. Newegg had it for 20$ and it is awesome.

tw33ter · Nov 12, 2005

Logitech Ultra X Keyboard FTW!

i have one, and once you get one, you wont go back to the full height keys again

galbicake · Dec 16, 2005

I don't understand why "wireless" is bad for gaming.

IT'S FINE!

If it's types in real time, why would you assume it is different from when you only press the keys A,S,D,W, SHIFT, SPACE BAR & SOME #! during a game?

C'mon people, this is 2005.

I have the Logitech LX500 and it works fine.

Finns14 · Dec 16, 2005

Ok delay = bad for gaming no matter how you look at it I don't care how small it is. It is still an advatge havig wired plus batteries suck and I would hate to have them die during a match

dwcal · Dec 16, 2005

I have this keyboard and it feels very close to a laptop keyboard. It's just a cheap BTC mini keyboard. Fry's should have it in store too. I wouldn't use it for gaming myself, but if that's what you like...

http://shop3.outpost.com/product/3632305?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG

Finns14 · Dec 16, 2005

This thread is actually really old dunno why it was brought back up but I got the above mentioed logitech

de8212 · Dec 16, 2005

I have looked at the Cordless UltraX before and considered it. Does anyone have a pic of it that is larger than what is shown on their site? I even searched google and can't really find a bigger version.
Or if anyone has one can they snap a couple of quick pics?

thanks

tw33ter · Dec 20, 2005

http://www.orangeman.nl/keyboard/logitech_ultrax4.jpg

http://www.sweclockers.com/html/recension/logitech_ultraflat/SV403384.jpg

http://www.benchmark.pl/artykuly/rzut_okiem/logitech_UltraX_Flat/zdjecie-7.jpg

http://www.jkwlee.com/comp/layout1.jpg

http://www.jkwlee.com/comp/layout2.jpg

de8212 · Dec 20, 2005

Thanks. Those are all the corded version and I was looking at a some close up shots so I could see what extra buttons/controls it has.

Originally posted by: tw33ter
http://www.orangeman.nl/keyboard/logitech_ultrax4.jpg

http://www.sweclockers.com/html/recension/logitech_ultraflat/SV403384.jpg

http://www.benchmark.pl/artykuly/rzut_okiem/logitech_UltraX_Flat/zdjecie-7.jpg

http://www.jkwlee.com/comp/layout1.jpg

http://www.jkwlee.com/comp/layout2.jpg

Operandi · Dec 20, 2005

I have this Kensington, it's a bit expensive but you pay for the difference in quality; it's a very solidly built and heavy keyboard.

SonicIce · Dec 20, 2005

how about one of those mac keyboards

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