The EVGA Z20 is part of a new line of mechanical gaming keyboards that use optical switches, which reduce input lag and extend life to seriously silly levels. It normally costs £130, but its price has been steadily dropping on Amazon UK – and it has now reached a new low of £52.79.
The EVGA Z20 has received surprisingly good reviews from various stores, despite its affordable price tag. RTings calls the keyboard an “excellent mechanical keyboard,” who noted the build quality, ergonomics, and wrist rest, while others note that the 4000Hz polling rate helps with input lag. a slight but measurable drop from the standard 100HZ – perhaps best dedicated to competitive usage though due to its small impact on CPU performance.
Personally, I quite like the column of macro keys on the left side of the table, which is present on some of the most popular gaming keyboards of all time but is somewhat less common in the commoditized age. Gamer styling isn’t too clunky either, with the default RGB backlighting of course also allowing for single colors, or turning it off completely if you prefer. Finally, the volume wheel is a great addition to the full-size board and could quickly become a must-have feature for future keyboards.
In any case, this is a great deal – it’s rare to find a well-branded mechanical keyboard for around £50, much less than a full-layout, optical-switch keyboard. UK and the list of features is quite exhaustive. Whether you’re a collector looking for the next permutation of mechanical quality or a novice looking for a sturdy starter keyboard, this discounted EVGA Z20 will get plenty of attention. .
