I made the switch to a mechanical keyboard five years ago, and I never looked back. Here's why I prefer mechanical keyboards for typing on and gaming.

The loud clicking I enjoy using a blue Cherry MX switch in my keyboard, which is regarded as one of the loudest solutions around. It's super loud, regardless as to which keyboard I opt to use. While this seemingly unnecessarily high level of audible clicking may put some people off — and infuriate housemates and family — I enjoy having a loud confirmation that keys have been pressed. If this sounds like a downside of mechanical switches, there are alternatives. And if you don't know what switches are, be sure to read through our handy guide. Using a keyboard with loud switches in a quiet office may be a bad idea unless you wish to engage in verbal combat with colleagues. They can also cause issues with recording voice through a microphone because the keyboard strokes are sometimes picked up in the audio. I managed to work around this by using a mount to place my condenser microphone above the keyboard, closer to my mouth, and then turning down sensitivity to help block out background noise. Best VPN providers 2020: Learn about ExpressVPN, NordVPN & more But the clicking is there for good reason. I've learned to type by only pressing down on each key until I feel and hear it actuating, rather than mashing each key as far as it will go. In-game, it's a neat addition for reloading or using a skill, and moving a character now feels more physical thanks to the improved feedback. There's also the additional bonus of anti-ghosting technology that allows you to hit a number of keys simultaneously without the thing throwing a tantrum. A sturdy beast