I randomly got recommended Hipyo Tech on YouTube one day and since have been watching his videos. I haven’t got a clue about mechanical keyboards, but I have strong tastes in terms of aesthetics. Long story short, I kept checking shit out and stumbled across a keyboard he hasn’t reviewed yet and I think I’m in love. But I don’t know if it’s any good or is even Linux compatible. So… is the ATK V75X a decent purchase? Or does it suck?
https://www.atk.store/products/atk-vxe-v75-x-mechanical-gaming-keyboard
The look I’m interested in, is the all matte black oka Gunmetal. I don’t have the foggiest about the difference between the switches.
If the product description doesn’t mention QMK/ZMK/VIA/VIAL, I would not bother. It will likely have proprietary drivers and remap tools, windows only in most cases.
It seems to be some proprietary Windows only crap 😭
Look into Keychron instead. Even their cheapest QMK/VIA options are legit.
Am I going crazy or does it not mention the software here https://a.aliexpress.com/_EwtHZdz
That’s non via most likely. It will definitely mention QMK/VIA.
Go by Keychron.com and then search for models elsewhere based on that. The K-series non-Max are likely older models.
Also go for non-low-profile.
Oof, looks like I’m looking at spending £110 including shipping https://www.keychron.uk/products/keychron-k1-pro-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboard-iso-layout-collection
Worth it.
In fact I’d probably go for the Q3 (not Pro/Max). Low-profile is subpar compared to a full body aluminum board.
Hmmm, what about this bad-boy/girl/them?
https://www.keychron.uk/products/keychron-k8-wireless-mechanical-keyboard-uk-iso-layout?variant=41479145586858
A bit dated design and no mention of QMK or VIA. You are not better off with this than the one you linked in your OP.