Best 2023 Gaming Keyboards for media controls

#1 Corsair K65 PRO Mini
4.7

Media controls were praised as easy to access through the Fn layer and useful despite the compact layout.

Pros: volume control, key responsiveness

Cons: wireless performance, wrist rest quality

#2 Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro
4.3

Media controls were mostly liked for convenience and productivity, though some reviewers disliked the awkward height or difficult-to-see legends.

Pros: key stability, ease of switch replacement

Cons: compatibility, battery life

#3 ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless
4.1

Media controls are useful and flexible for many reviewers, but one reviewer considered the compact wheel-and-button setup lacklustre.

Pros: per-key lighting control, wireless performance

Cons: rapid trigger support, analog input support

#4 Corsair K70 MAX
3.9

Media controls were usually appreciated, especially dedicated keys, though one reviewer found some buttons stiff or spongy.

Pros: reliability, key responsiveness

Cons: desk space efficiency, wireless performance

#5 Epomaker RT100
3.9

Media controls are useful overall, though the knob design and feel range from excellent tactile feedback to cheap-looking plastic.

Pros: noise level, acoustics

Cons: rapid trigger support, actuation consistency

#6 Corsair K70 Core
3.3

Media controls were mixed: reviewers liked the multifunction dial, but criticized registration issues, limited programmability, and lack of dedicated media keys.

Pros: per-key lighting control, compatibility

Cons: ease of switch replacement, hot-swappable switches

#7 ASUS ROG Azoth
2.6

Media controls were mixed: reviewers liked having control options but criticized the screen/knob system as awkward or overly sensitive.

Pros: durability, wireless performance

Cons: passthrough features, onboard memory