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There is some very basic software that comes with the MX-Board 3.0, although Cherry does not highlight it very much – meaning it would be very easy to buy the MX-Board 3.0 without knowing there was any software at all.
Above you can see the only page of the so-called KeyMan software. As I said, it is very basic indeed, allowing just the mapping of some functions to the F keys at the top of the board. However, this functionality is better than not having it at all.
So, software aside, we will now move on to physically using the keyboard.
For starters, the MX-Board 3.0 uses low-profile keys which can make for a tricky typing experience. Perhaps calling it ‘tricky' is unfair, but it is certainly not hugely satisfying to type emails or documents using the low-profile caps. I would much rather have deeper keys with greater travel than these key caps.
While the shorter travel distance may result in faster reactions for gamers, I cannot imagine a gamer who would be satisfied using the MX-Board 3.0 as it is very much lacking any gaming-specific features. There is a Windows-lock function but that is it.
Furthermore, the MX-Board 3.0 is very compact which can make for a difficult transition period. I frequently found myself hitting two keys at the same when first using the board – but after a few days I did adjust to the key spacing. The small physical size of the board also means the enter button is half-height – meaning it occupies one line, not two. This may not be a problem for everyone but it certainly takes some getting used to.
Finally, it is worth mentioning you are probably better off getting the brown or blue-switch models of the MX-Board 3.0 if you are a typist. This is of course subjective, but I prefer tactile feedback when typing and the red switches cannot offer you that. Given that you are unlikely to be gaming with the MX-Board 3.0 – which is where the red switches excel – the browns or blues are probably a safer bet.
So if it were to have brown switches, would it be good for typing? Because I’m still not very keen on paying 100+ for a mechanical keyboard, since most of them are designed for more than typing.
Lacks any extra features > Like useless lightning ? (Not fan of the “Gaming Marketing”)
Uninspired appearance > Sober, perfect for me.
Low-profile key caps are unsatisfying to type with > Better and smoother than normal caps for me !
Expensive for what it is > But still cheaper than a Corsair with unneccessary features 😮
I’ll add:
+Quieter than a Corsair (MX-Red both tested)
+Space bar has normal noise. Not like Corsairs
Real Cons:
-Caps letters are not laser-marked. My QWSD letters are not white anymore..I’ll say washed out… Ask for new caps to the support > Propose me to RMA the whole keyboard… (sooo stupid..)
-Support reply is fast, but not efficient :-/
-Edge are a bit too sharp
I still like it a lot 🙂
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I’m a little confused by some of the comments in the article. Yes, it uses low profile key caps. But this has nothing to do with the key travel. It uses the same cherry switches that any other keyboard uses. So it has the same 4mm travel as any other mech keyboard. I can understand if you’re not a fan of the low profile key caps. I personally like them. That one of those preference things.
Second, the keys are normal spacing just like any other keyboard. The only difference in the spacing is for the F-row and the space between the navigation and num pad. That shouldn’t affect normal typing. I find the less space between the other parts easier to use as it’s not as far of a reach for arrow keys and delete. Again, personal preference. The enter key is normal sized for US 104-key layouts. It comes in an ISO 105-key layout as well which has the two-row enter key that it sounds like you like. The whole layout is overall very standard including the bottom row. Unlike Corsair and others. So for US based keyboards, it’s almost perfect. The only issue you would find if you wanted to swap out new key caps would be the caps lock key. It uses a funny position for that. So if you wanted an ISO layout, you should have found one of those for your review instead of bashing the US layout.
This keyboard is definitely not perfect. The keycaps are just printed and fade very quickly. It doesn’t follow the same formula that everyone else uses. So if you want another keyboard that’s just like everyone else, this isn’t it. But the price is very reasonable for a solid keyboard. I got mine for about $80 USD with MX Brown. I’ve seen it for $70 USD before as well. Whether you like it or not is going to depend on your personal preference. I personally do like it. I wish I could buy key caps in this profile in a PBT dysub or something. I would use those for other keyboard projects I’m working on.
If you type more than gaming. Don’t go for Mechanical Keyboard. Waste of money 🙂
First of all, awesome how you respond to a seven month old post :D. Second: that’s the first I heard of that. Care to elaborate?
The heavy sound of it makes you crazy !! 🙂
I’m using the Logitech K750 @work it’s soft and quiet for typing, I’m loving it 🙂
This is an overpriced piece of junk. The keys
fall off like they are stuck on with blue-tac and it weighs a ton. Can’t
believe I wasted money buying this crap.
Low profile keys make typing easier what the hell are you talking about. The switches are also higher quality picks than what is sent to 3rd parties.