Is it worth upgrading to PBT keycaps?

The Razer PBT Keycap Upgrade Set has a lot of good features that signify durability and quality. For the price that they are at, they are very much worth it. We also have a ton of other great keycap recommendations in our favorite keycap sets post.

Do PBT keycaps wear out?

Unlike ABS keycaps, PBT keycaps are less common and much tougher. They take forever to wear out, and that’s why they don’t change color like ABS over time.

Why are PBT keycaps good?

In general, PBT is seen as superior over ABS keycaps, because it’s stiffer, durable (just don’t hit it with a hammer), stays true in color and doesn’t develop a shine effect over time. Take a look at your keyboard, most likely you’ll find some glossy keys.

Are keycaps worth buying?

Even if you purchase GMK keycaps and don’t like them, you can often resell them for a price that’s equal-to or more expensive the price you bought them at. As long as there is a demand for luxury keycaps, the GMK keycaps will be worth the price. The quality is very precise, although they get shiny after heavy use.

Is doubleshot PBT good?

PBT are considered to be superior, since they are more durable and don’t develop a shiny look to them over time. That being said, there are some really nice ABS keycaps sets available and at the end of the day, it comes down to user preference.

Is ABS or PBT better?

PBT plastic is less common but is usually higher quality than ABS. ABS keycaps feel smooth and develop a greasy shine over time, while PBT keycaps feel textured and are more durable. As you can see, PBT keycaps are usually better, but in some situations ABS keycaps can be superior.

Does PBT become shiny?

Ripster’s PBT spacebar took 6 months to get “shiny” (it wasn’t truly glossy and slick) vs. the 1 month it took for the ABS spacebar to get shiny (actual shiny).

Does PBT or ABS sound better?

ABS produces a softer sound, PBT produces a crisper sound ABS is a softer plastic and produces a milder, softer sound. PBT is harder and produces a more tactile sound. Neither is better, it’s up to preference, but there are a lot of fans of the sound a premium ABS keycap like GMK produces.

Are enjoy PBT keycaps good?

The feel of the keycaps is great, among the very best. They feel creamy smooth, while having the barest hint of texture to help with grip.

Is Razer Huntsman PBT or ABS?

There are a total of 20 zones of lighting that can be customized to your will, and that is certainly impressive. However, the fact that Razer is using ABS keycaps instead of PBT keycaps and still charging $200 for this keyboard is something that baffles me.