G.SKILL unveils RIPJAWS KM570 MX and KM770 RGB mechanical gaming keyboards

PC gaming is so much more than graphics cards and powerful processors. Once you build your rig, you need to get quality accessories too. Things like keyboards, mice, and headsets contribute to the overall experience.

The latest rage in keyboards are the mechanical variants. While they can be more expensive than a rubber dome style keyboard, they are certainly worth the extra cost. Mechanical keyboards offer more precise and satisfying keystrokes, which is not only ideal for gaming, but all uses, really. Today, famed memory manufacturer, G.SKILL, announces two new mechanical keyboards -- the KM570 MX and KM770.

"The RIPJAWS KM770 RGB mechanical gaming keyboard is the streamlined and revised version of the KM780 RGB flagship. While retaining the same key features and the brushed aluminum top-plate construction, the KM770 RGB has been remodeled with a smaller footprint of a standard keyboard, and the mouse cable holder has been redesigned to fit underneath the keyboard with cable grooves for easier desktop cable management", explains G.SKILL.

The manufacturer further explains that the KM770 RGB "uses a new LED lighting design that produces more vibrant colors than its predecessor, as well as the addition of RGB customization to the MR/Mode keys, special hotkeys, and media control keys in the top row. And through a firmware update, early adopters of the KM780 RGB mechanical gaming keyboard can also enjoy the same RGB lighting in the top row keys. Additionally, with the new software update, both the KM770 RGB and KM780 RGB keyboards will enjoy full RGB color support through a customizable color palette, as well as a fully customizable base color for the Ripple and Reactive lighting effects"

The KM570 MX is the more budget-focused model, featuring single-color LED backlighting. This is designed for those that don't want the "bells and whistles" of the KM770 RGB. Depending on your preference, you can order it with red, brown, or blue Cherry MX key-switches (the same as the KM770). Gamers will appreciate the default 1000Hz polling rate and 100-percent anti-ghosting. For convenience, it has multimedia keys, allowing you to control volume and navigate media too.

Unfortunately, pricing is currently unknown, but G.SKILL promises a Q3 2016 release date. If you are interested in buying, keep your eyes focused on your favorite retailers like Newegg and Amazon.