Best Gaming Keyboards Without Numpad (Tenkeyless)

Over the past few years, there has been an upward trend of Gaming keyboards without Numpad. They are commonly known as Tenkeyless (TKL) keyboards. Other names for this breed of laptops are 75%, 65%, 60% keyboards depending on the number of keys with respect to a full-size keyboard.

You might be looking for these keyboards for a number of reasons: desk space, aesthetics, and ergonomics. Certainly, due to their small size, keyboards without Numpad occupy small space on the desk, and their compact design makes them aesthetically appealing. We have taken into consideration all these factors while writing this roundup. 

To match the expectation of Gamers, we have paid due attention to the switches, RGB lighting, programmable keys, connectivity, and wrist support. We assure you that the products in this roundup are the best gaming keyboards without Numpad. 

Top Gaming Keyboards Without Numpad:

ROG Strix Scope TKL Deluxe

Features & Specs:

Dimensions(Height x Width x Depth): 1.6″ (4.0 cm) x 14.0″ (35.6 cm)x 5.4″ (13.6 cm) | Weight: 1.98 lbs (0.900 kg) | Connectivity: Wired | Backlight: Yes (RGB) | Cable Length(connector): 6ft (USB type-C) |  Compatibility: Windows (full) , Linux (Partial), MacOS (Partial) | Companion Software: Armoury Crate

Rog Strix Scope TKL Deluxe is the same as the original Strix Scope minus the Numpad. This mechanical keyboard has a compact design and a solidly built body. Its small size would allow you more desk space for larger mouse movements, and keypad customizability would give you the freedom to swap mechanical switches to fit your needs. 

Build Quality & Design:

The keyboard is very sleek with a brushed aluminum top plate and the dual-tone color scheme is amazing (gives it an edge in aesthetic appeal)  with the customizable  RGB lighting under the keys. It’s perfect for tournaments because it has a solidly built design and a sharp look.   

It allows you the freedom to customize it with different switches: You can opt for Cherry MX Brown/Blue/Speed Silver/Silent Red, each offering different tactile feedback, speed, and actuation points.

Also, this keyboard comes with a magnetic hand-rest for extra comfort and cushioning (only available in Deluxe Model). It has a wired connection and needs a 1.8m USB-C cable to connect it to the gaming PC. 

Performance & Software:

This Mechanical TKL keyboard allows a lot of customization options. The proprietary software, ‘Armoury Crate, gives you the freedom to program macros, reassign keys, and customize the RGB backlighting. You can create up to 5 gaming profiles and save them on the onboard memory, but this option is available only for windows.

Speaking of compatibility, this keyboard is fully compatible with Windows, but some of its keys (namely Print Screen and Scroll Lock) don’t work on Linux and macOS. The latency of this wired TKL isn’t ideal for competitive Gamers (major chink in the armor) but is not so high to be a deal-breaker.

We cannot critique the actuation force, tactile feedback, travel, and speed of the switches as they are swappable making it difficult to generalize the experience.

LOGITECH G915 TKL

Dimensions(Height x Width x Depth): 15.2 x 5.8 x 0.9 inches (368 x 150 x 22mm) | Weight: 1.8 pounds (810g) | Connectivity: Wired and Wireless/Bluetooth | Backlight: Yes (RGB) | Cable Length(connector): 6 feet, braided |  Compatibility: Windows (full) , Linux (Partial), MacOS (Partial) | Companion Software: Logitech G Hub

The Logitech G915 TKL keyboard is a gaming keyboard with an impressive list of features that sets it apart from the competition. It offers lightspeed wireless connectivity and can also be turned into a wired keyboard with a 6m braided cable. Lightened-up with RGB backlight, its slim and sturdy design makes extra space for you to avail the best gaming adventure.

Build Quality & Design:

This mechanical gaming keyboard offers versatile features as even after dropping the 3.5-inch space for Numpad and macros, it managed to feature four multimedia controls. You can control music and movies flawlessly from the keyboard, plus the wireless connectivity offers you the freedom to move around (a plus for gaming from the couch or sofa).

In the looks department, this keyboard shines with a beautiful aluminum-alloy chassis that makes it look polished and premium quality as well as durable. You can also opt for a white color if black is not your favorite. The mechanical keys are swappable, you can pick between clicky, tactile, and linear types to customize the keyboard to match your preference. 

We would have truly been impressed if the company included wrist rest in the package. If you can’t live without it, better buy one separately. 

Performance & Software:

Logitech features the lightspeed tech to minimize latency over the wireless connections. The low latency rate is suitable for FPS gamers where every second counts. The low-profile GL switches are equally suitable for typing and gaming. 

Though you can use it as a wired keyboard, we prefer wireless connectivity as the difference in performance is negligible. It might last you 3 days on a single charge and takes almost 4 hours to fully charge. If you don’t want to use the wired option, rechargeable Lithium Polymer battery AA batteries can be used as a backup. 

The proprietary software allows a range of customization. You can adjust the RGB lighting and save preset profiles on the keyboard. The user interface is clean and intuitive as we can expect from Logitech.

Razer BlackWidow V3 Tenkeyless

Dimensions(Height x Width x Depth): 14.26 x 6.10 x 1.62 inches (362.2 x 154.9 x 41.1mm) | Weight: 1.85 pounds (839g)| Connectivity: Wired | Backlight: Yes (RGB) | Cable Length(connector): USB 2.0 Type-A|  Compatibility: Windows (full) , Linux (Partial), MacOS (Partial) | Companion Software: Razer Synapse, Chroma Studio

The Razer Black Widow series dates back to 2010. With passing years, the company released successive keyboards in this lineup each with up-to-date tech for gamers. However, the TKL version of Razer Blackwidow V3 doesn’t offer anything extra than the original V3 pro except for a small, compact design. Ryzer dropped the Numpad, dedicated media keys, and the volume knob to boast a sleek look. 

Build Quality & Design:

This gaming keyboard features an aluminum plate on top, a signature mark of durable keyboards. Its sleek design, rugged build, and lightweight design make it suitable for your next LAN party. To further brush up the appearance, it comes equipped with RGB lighting that enhances the gaming and typing experience in the dark. 

Unlike modern gaming keyboards that offer both wireless and wired connectivity, this one opts for the latter. The attached wire is sufficiently long, flexible, and protected against magnetic interference. Two types of switches are included: green switches that provide clicky and yellow ones that provide linear experience. Razer mechanical switches have a lifespan of up to 80 million keystrokes.

The keys might not be the most stylish ones around but they are designed to use for extended periods so cramping would be the last of your worries.

Performance & Software:

This Razer BlackWidow V3 TKL is very responsive: there is minimal latency. The keys have no noticeable delay or any duplication. The parameters like actuation force, actuation point, and travel change with the type of switches you are using. 

The RGB works well in relation to the games you are playing. The chroma technology allows the RGB to change based on different conditions in-game. 

With the proprietary software, Razer Synapse, you can change the gaming modes, disable keys, change RGB brightness, or select one of 11 RGB effects. You can also assign a secondary function to each key, however, what came as a shocking surprise is the lack of onboard memory. Ryzer took two steps back by not featuring onboard storage, per-key RGB customization.

Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro

Dimensions(Height x Width x Depth): 14.2 x 5.3 x 1.34 inches (359.9 x 133.4 34mm) | Weight: 1.5 pounds (660g) | Connectivity: Wired | Backlight: Yes (RGB) | Cable Length(connector): USB-C, detachable, braided |  Compatibility: Windows (full) , Linux (Partial), MacOS (Partial) | Companion Software: Roccat Swarm

Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro is in direct competition with the Razer Blackwidow TKL, and in many aspects better than it. Without the Numpad and some multimedia keys you can find in Full-sized Vulcan Pro, it’s smaller, lighter, and easier to transport, suitable for those who have a small desk or need a lot of room to move around their gaming mouse. 

Build Quality & Design:

Vulcan TKL Pro has a sturdy build thanks to the “aircraft-grade aluminum layer on the top, plastic base with matte finish. Furthermore, the company featured the Titan Switch Optical in the keyboard, which if you don’t know are rated for 100 million clicks. The switches provide a tactile and precise gaming and typing experience. 

In addition to that, it features a detachable, braided cable (USB-C to USB 2.0 Type-A). Unlike Razer Blackwidow V3, it managed to incorporate a volume knob and a dedicated mute button. The RGB lighting is also there, that really shines through the titan Switch Optical’s transparent housing. 

Performance & Software:

Gaming is where this keyboard shines. The keys have a tactile response, recognizing each keystroke cleanly, distinctly and with zero delay. In simple words, they are responsive and reliable. Unfortunately, the writers won’t be able to get the most out of it as the keys are a little firm for everyday typing experience. 

To configure the RGB, record macros, and assign functions to the keys, the gaming keyboard relies on the proprietary software ‘Roccat Swarm’. Also, you can set character repeat settings and sound feedback. You can save up to 5 gaming profiles right on the keyboard, and can assign a specific game/program to these profiles. However, you might have to put in a lot of effort to initially customize the  keyboards, the software is not for beginners

Corsair K70 RGB TKL

Dimensions(Height x Width x Depth): 14.2 x 6.5 x 1.9 inches| Weight: 2.1 pounds | Connectivity: Wired| Backlight: Yes (RGB) | Cable Length(connector): 6 feet (1.8m) USB-C to USB-A , braided, detachable|  Compatibility: Windows (full) , Linux (Partial), MacOS (Partial) | Companion Software: Corsair iCue

The Corsair K70 RGB TKL is yet another high-performance gaming keyboard that features a sturdy aluminum frame, mechanical key switches and anti-ghosting with full key rollover on USB. With its layout of media key and brushed aluminum finish the K70 RGB TKL looks more interesting than other TKL keyboards.

Build Quality & Design:

Corsair K70 TKL has a sturdy build with aluminum frame on the top. It features wired connectivity with 6 feet (1.8m) USB-C to USB-A braided cable that can be easily detached.  It comes in Cherry MX Speed Silver, Cherry MX Silent Red or Cherry MX Red mechanical switches that provide you best gaming and typing experience. Subtracting the numpad, this keyboard provides you extra space on your table to hover your mouse easily.

As a bonus, you get 1x ABS plastic A, S, D, Q, E, and R keycaps, 2x ABS plastic W and D keycaps, 1x keycap puller in the box. The RGB lighting is taken to another level by allowing you the freedom to endlessly customize individual keys. 

Performance & Software:

You can play games with this keyboard for hours as it takes very little effort to register the keys. This means no cramping or fatigue during gaming marathons. It comes with an 8,000 Hz polling rate, meaning it sends 8,000 Hz data to your pc in a second instead of 1,000 Hz like in the vast majority of gaming keyboards. In layman terms, it results in a little to no latency.

iCue is the proprietary software to customize RGB, you can customize the RGB of each and every key as you like. You can store up to 50 profiles onboard (8 MB storage) with this software and also set up to 20 lighting layers and custom macros.

 A highlight feature of this keyboard is the Tournament Switch on the top edge. This could help you focus on your game more by swapping the keyboard to static backlighting to reduce distractions. You can also disable programmed actions/macros.