Introduction

QPAD's new "budget" (€79.90) mechanical gaming keyboard is dubbed the MK-50. The MK-50 still allows you to pick the key mechanism of your preference, but lacks the driver suite, back lighting, USB ports, and audio pass-through of its bigger brethren. This basic version of the QPAD mechanical keyboard also does away with the soft touch on the keys, whether this is a pro or a con depends on your preference. The sample we received for review featured the Cherry MX Brown keys which provide a tactile bump at the actuation point. The actuation force is roughly the same as with the Cherry MX Reds, although it does have a small peak in resistance near the actuation point. The Browns are ideally suited for typing due to the tactile feedback at the actuation point.

Specifications

• Key switch:Cherry MX mechanical switch technology
• N Key Roll over: Full N-key roll over via PS2
• Key strokes: 50 Million
• Connectors: PS/2 or USB (PS/2 to USB adapter included)
• Media keys: Media keys for volume control, play, pause and skip tracks
• Cable: 1.8 meter extra thick cable
• Extras: 4 extra orange key caps and key cap puller
• Dimensions: Keyboard 44,8 x 14,9 x 3,5 cm (17,6 x 5,8 x 1,37 inch)
• Wrist pad: 44,8 x 6,6 x 1,7 cm (17,6 x 2,48 x 0,66 inch)
• Weight: 1.27 Kg (2.8 LBS)
• Warranty: 2 year
• Keycaps: Removable for easy cleaning