MAMBASNAKE M87 TKL 87 Keys-Dual Mode Wireless Gaming
MAMBASNAKE M87 TKL 87 Keys-Dual Mode Wireless Gaming Keyboard, Bluetooth/2.4Ghz, PBT Ball Keycap, 4000mAh Rechargeable Battery, Mixed Color Rainbow Backlit Keyboard with Mechanical Feeling-Coffee
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| Weight: | 770 g |
| Dimensions: | 38.5 x 16.4 x 4.8 cm; 770 g |
| Brand: | MAMBASNAKE |
| Colour: | Coffee |
| Batteries Included: | No |
| Manufacture: | MAMBASNAKE |
| Dimensions: | 38.5 x 16.4 x 4.8 cm; 770 g |
I love the look and the feel of the keyboard. A pleasant surprise is that you can configure the keyboard to work with 2 different devices and with a switch of a button, you can determine which device you want to use. However, they said it’s a mechanical keyboard, but it doesn’t quite sound like one. Was disappointed by tha
It is a lovely keyboard, very nice looking. Function wise, I cannot especially discern it much from a much more expensive mechanical one. Appearance wise it has that classic ibm keyboard look but with a modern twist as you have premium looking detail on the keys with the finish and the colouring. Perfect whether for gaming or for example programming, and despite not being mechanical the keys are quite responsive in nature which in my case certainly helps with accuracy as they have that springy feel, while not being too noisy.
A convenient switch is on the back, non intrusive but handy, to alternate between wireless and bluetooth. For me I go with wireless and I recommend using the included wifi dongle, which even has a convenient little nook in the back of the keyboard to stop it getting lost while not in use. Although bluetooth is supported, you will find reduced latency with the included dongle. This is typical of any wireless device on the market, you will attain lower lag with wireless compared to bluetooth.
Type C charging (and use if you don’t prefer wireless) port is perfect for the current day when everything is going towards usb C anyway and naturally a USB c cable is included which is always handy but they are universal so you could use any USB c cable.
I really love the retro look! I got the Retro Off white colour
I’ve had several wireless keyboards over the last few months and find it very impressive that this has a built in battery that you just charge up with the included USB Type C cable. Nice touch.
The keys are nice and clicky and nicely back-lit with RGB lightning which is adjustable to using the FN and up/down arrows. You also get the connection via 2.4G or Bluetooth 5.0.
I cant talk on battery life yet as I’ve had it now for several weeks and not yet needed to recharge it!
I do like a num pad but I honestly don’t feel like I’m missing out not having one
Im actually typing this review from this keyboard and just noticing as im typing how quiet it is – Not completely silent but nicely quiet.
1 small con is that he key layout is US spec so some function shortcuts are a little off.
I can highly recommend this keyboard especially for the price @ 30
As it stands this is a great little backup keyboard.
As written, it’s a wireless keyboard with mechanical keys.
I would say I’m not a massive fan of 75% keyboards, as I prefer
the added numpad on the right, but, for me, in the event that my
main keyboard fails, or, for a smallish travel keyboard for my laptop.
It’s ideal.
Let’s establish something first. This does not feel like a mechanical keyboard. It doesn’t have the same tactility or feedback. However it is something different and I kind of like it in a quirky way.
In the box you have the keyboard which an 87 key layout with only the numpad being absent, a USB cable and a user guide. The keyboard can be run via the supplied dongle or Bluetooth. Unfortunately it can’t be run wired. Batteries aren’t required as it has it’s own rechargeable battery that can be charged via USB-C. The board feels decent quality and the keys have unique but robust texture to them. Along with the colour scheme it feels quite retro to the touch. The keyboard uses a membrane but it has a remarkably smooth travel. The key strokes almost feel “wet” and it kind of reminds me of some 80s home micros. The board lights up during use. It’s not true RGB but it looks smart enough.
I kind of like this board. It’s actually quite responsive and has a distinct feel that I’ve found pleasing. It’s not a killer gaming board, but it is something a little different.
I received this keyboard boxed with a manual and a standard USB-C charging cable.
I love the colour designs of these keyboards. The one I selected was the one called “Glimmer” as it had a very attractive retro colours of Orange and Dark Grey.
Connectivity for this keyboard is very good with Bluetooth and a 2.4GHz dongle and both work flawlessly whilst connecting to my pc or laptop. With the dongle installed I was able to use the keyboard on the other side of the room without issue which was brilliant.
Incidentally when the keyboard 2.4GHz dongle is not being used it can be stored under one of the keyboard feet in a little crevice designed specifically for the dongle. The only problem with this is if you are using the keyboard with the feet down, the dongle just falls out. Why there is no clip to keep it in is a mystery.
I did find the on/off switch on the back of the keyboard slightly fiddly as well as its very small but this is a minor point.
The keyboard is illuminated if you like that sort of thing and you can change the colour and brightness via the Fn key to either breathing or Rainbow effect although I tend to leave this option off as it saves on keyboard battery power.
Onto using the keyboard and the description says it is “Mechanical Feeling” which I can say in comparison to my other mechanical keyboards is similar ish… I would describe the feeling more of a spongy feel. Some would see this as a bad thing but it does actually grow on you and I especially like the hollow muffled spongy feel of it strangely and I am currently using it all of the time.
One last thing I have just noticed is there is no pound sign () on the keyboard instead it has a hash sign (#) in its place as its a US keyboard which is rather annoying for use here in the UK.
This keyboard isn’t perfect but for 30 in comparison to the ridiculous over priced market of “Mechanical Feel Keyboards” it is still very good value for money.