The most used keyboards by VALORANT players
The most popular keyboards are calculated based on 590 professional VALORANT players.
Introduction
VALORANT is a game that rewards precision in pretty much all aspects. This goes for aiming, but also for movement. With things such as air strafing and bunny hopping, you can put yourself at an advantage over your enemies if you’ve got your movement under control. That’s where a good gaming keyboard comes in.
With a myriad of switches and sizes to choose from, it can be difficult to see the forest for the trees, however. That’s why we’ve bundled the most used keyboards in the pro scene. We’ll give you a short rundown on their features to help you figure out what your next VALORANT keyboard is going to be.
If you’re interested in learning more about keyboards, you can also browse our gaming keyboard spec list, where we have analyzed over 200 gaming keyboards.
Our Guide
The Pro Usage Top 5 gets updated continuously and instantly so that you can always get an accurate overview of what the pros are using at any given time. In the body of the article itself, we go over the five most popular pro products in no particular order and, when relevant, we also give you some extra options in the form of products that fall just outside of the top 5 or are otherwise relevant.
What makes a keyboard good for VALORANT?
It’s the same story for every game that we analyze: not a single pro is using a regular office keyboard. That’s because those use cheap rubber dome switches that do not feel consistent and reliable for gaming.
These days, most pros opt for an analog keyboard over a mechanical one. Analog boards offer a huge number of advantages with their customizable switches, and in a game where movement is of crucial importance, having features like Rapid Trigger can and will make a difference.
Aside from the fact that you’ll want to focus on analog boards as your first port of call, the options are wide open. VALORANT isn’t a game with a lot of complicated inputs, for example, so in theory there’s no need to go for a keyboard that has lots of extra buttons and features. In fact it’s even beneficial to keep your board as small as possible; this allows you to have more space for your mouse to move around and it’ll also let you place your keyboard hand and mouse hand closer together. That last part isn’t as beneficial for everyone (some people really don’t care about that, and that’s fine) but why waste space on your desk by plopping down a keyboard with a numpad if you’re never going to use said numpad, right?
In any case: all boards that are featured in this article are top-rated gaming keyboards, so you can use this list as an ideal starting off point.
Wooting 60HE
The Wooting 60HE was the keyboard that put analog magnetic switches on the map for competitive gaming. While it has since been succeeded by the 60HE v2, the original still sees a lot of use.
Wooting is a Dutch brand with a firm focus on pushing the envelope in the keyboard market. Their early boards saw some limited usage in the professional Fortnite scene, but the 60HE really catapulted them to the mainstream market. And for good reason.
The 60HE’s main attraction are the customizable switches. Wooting revolutionized the world of keyboards by adding those, and these days it’s difficult to imagine a world where you can’t tweak the actuation point of your switches, or activate features like Rapid Trigger or SOCD. Having the ability to have your keyboard behave exactly according to your preferences and playing style is a massive advantage, and it’s no wonder that other brands scrambled to get their own analog switches on the market after the 60HE was released.
Aside from the switches, the Wooting 60HE is also quite simply a very cool and reliable keyboard. In today’s market, it’s not the best-sounding gaming keyboard out there, but it still sounds respectable. In addition to that, the board comes with quality keycaps and is made to be modded. The module (PCB, switchplate, …) is made to fit in various aftermarket cases, making this a board that you can easily make your own.
If you’re interested in a 60% Wooting keyboard, we’d always recommend the 60HE v2 since it offers a number of improvements (mostly in terms of the sound and typing feel) but the regular 60HE is still a top contender in today’s market.
Wooting 60HE+
Used by 148 VALORANT players ()
Staff’s Choice
Pro’s Choice
The Wooting 60HE is a keyboard that started a massive revolution in the world of mechanical gaming keyboards and has since become absolutely iconic. If you ask me, it completely deserves this status. This is the best gaming keyboard out there right now.
Read review (03/2024)
Pros
- Very precise and responsive customizable switches
- Best-in-class gaming performance
- Customization can be done in browser and is incredibly easy to use
- Made to be modded, so easy to customize to your liking
Cons
- Typing sound out of the box isn’t the best, but this is a nitpicky complaint
Specs
| Form Factor | 60% |
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| Switches | Lekker |
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| PCB | Hotswappable |
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| RGB | Yes |
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| Height | 3.8cm |
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| Width | 30.2cm |
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| Length | 11.6cm |
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| Weight | 605g |
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Razer Huntsman V3 Pro TKL
Razer’s Huntsman series is their esports-focused line of keyboards, and this V3 Pro line seems to be a straight hit across multiple games.
Since it’s a high-end esports keyboard, you can expect a lot of performance features. For the switches, the Huntsman Pro TKL features the Gen 2 optical switches, which are far more responsive than your usual mechanical switches. Like with magnetic switches, you can also adjust the actuation point of these switches from 0.1 to 4.0 mm, which makes this a lot more customizable than your traditional mechanical keyboard.
The Huntsman V3 Pro also offers features like Rapid Trigger, SOCD, and everything you can think of when it comes to analog switches. In terms of pure performance, the Huntsman series of keyboards sits in the top echelons of the market.
In terms of design, Razer has also done a good job. The keyboard itself looks and feels sleek, and it comes with a detachable wrist rest. In addition to that, it also has programmable media buttons and a dial in the top right corner of the board. Lastly, the Huntsman V3 Pro TKL is also available with different designs, so you can always find one that suits your needs.
Razer Huntsman V3 Pro TKL
Used by 94 VALORANT players ()
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mindfreak
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Xdll
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tuyz
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nukkye
Staff’s Choice
Pro’s Choice
Razer Huntsman V3 Pro TKL is a best-in-class gaming keyboard. It’s also a very mediocre typing keyboard due to its loudness and subpar typing sound. I feel like those two sentences are the most important things to know for people who are considering purchasing this board.
Read review (04/2024)
Pros
- Comes with a wrist rest
- Good gaming performance
- Customizable switches + Rapid Trigger
- Comes with a multifuctional dial
Cons
- Expensive
- Typing sound is loud and not pleasing
- Wrist rest is of lower quality than on older Razer keyboards
Specs
| Form Factor | TKL |
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| Switches | Razer Analog Optical |
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| PCB | Non-Hotswappable |
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| RGB | Yes |
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| Height | 3.9cm |
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| Width | 36.4cm |
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| Length | 14.0cm |
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| Weight | 720g |
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Razer Huntsman V3 Pro Mini
The Huntsman V3 Pro Mini is the small version of the more popular TKL edition. It is a 60% (see keyboard size differences explained) keyboard encased in a brushed aluminum alloy frame. To put it simply, it is durable, sturdy, and rigid.
In terms of performance under the hood, it offers everything that the larger Huntsman V3 Pro TKL also offers. You get full access to Razer’s customizable switches, so you can use Rapid Trigger, customize the actuation point, and so on.
This is a good option for people who want a 60% board and who want to stay within Razer’s ecosystem.
Razer Huntsman V3 Pro Mini Black
Used by 60 VALORANT players ()
The Razer Huntsman V3 Pro Mini is the 60% version of Razer’s popular Huntsman V3 Pro line of keyboards.
Specs
| Form Factor | 60% |
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| Switches | Razer Analog Optical |
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| PCB | Non-Hotswappable |
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| RGB | Yes |
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| Height | 3.8cm |
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| Width | 29.8cm |
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| Length | 11.4cm |
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Wooting 60HE v2
The Wooting 60HE v2 builds directly on what made the original 60HE one of the most influential keyboards in competitive gaming. It keeps the same 60% form factor and focus on performance, but improves on build quality and overall refinement, making it feel more complete out of the box.
Just like the original, it uses Wooting’s own magnetic switches. These allow you to fine-tune actuation points per key, enable Rapid Trigger, and configure advanced movement-related features that are especially useful in games like VALORANT. The result is a keyboard that excels at precise movement, fast counter-strafing, and consistent inputs. Wooting boards are some of the best in the space, so you’re getting S-tier performances in a very attractive and mod-friendly package.
The v2 brings improvements in the form of sound and feel. It feels less like an enthusiast base product and more like a finished premium keyboard, while still retaining the deep customization by means of the friction-fit design.
If you’re looking for a compact keyboard that’s built entirely around competitive performance, the 60HE v2 is one of the strongest options available.
Wooting 60HE V2
Used by 41 VALORANT players ()
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f0rsakeN
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benjyfishy
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trent
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dgzin
Staff’s Choice
Pro’s Choice
It’s the most complete gaming keyboard package I’ve tested so far, in my view. If you want a 60% gaming keyboard that scores highly on all fronts, this is the one for you.
Read review (01/2026)
Pros
- Great gaming performances
- Friction-fit PCB is amazing
- Split spacebar option adds extra input options
- Good typing feel and sound
- Sturdy build quality
- Wootility is great
Specs
| Form Factor | 60% |
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| Switches | Lekker Tikken Medium |
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| PCB | Hotswappable |
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| RGB | Yes |
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| Height | 2.8cm |
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| Width | 30.5cm |
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| Length | 11.5cm |
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| Weight | 606g |
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Wooting 80HE
The Wooting 80HE takes everything that made the 60HE a favorite among top-tier players and puts it in a TKL form factor. It has the same rapid responsiveness and customization, but in a TKL size.
Just like its smaller sibling, the 80HE uses Wooting’s Wooting’s own Lekker switches. These are analog magnetic switches that let you set your actuation point per key (anywhere between 0.1–4.0mm), enable Rapid Trigger, and even bind multiple inputs to a single press.
Obviously, the board can also be customized through Wooting’s well-polished web app Wootility. It doesn’t have any media keys or extra buttons, but it does come with a programmable LED bar above the arrow keys. It gives the board a unique look and can tell you things such as what profile you’re currently on, but if you’re looking for extra functionality or buttons, you should look elsewhere.
In any case: this is a competitive keyboard through and through. It’s made by people who clearly understand what competitive gamers care about, and we don’t see Wooting boards falling out of favor with the pros anytime soon.
Wooting 80HE
Used by 38 VALORANT players ()
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TenZ
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something
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MiniBoo
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tarik
Staff’s Choice
Pro’s Choice
The question then becomes: does the 80HE do enough to set itself apart from that competition? My answer is ‘yes’. When you look at the complete package (switch feeling, implementation of the switches, customization, …) there isn’t any board out there that is objectively better than the Wooting 80HE.
Read review (10/2024)
Pros
- Wootility is still amazing and is constantly being updated
- Nice sound improvement over the 60HE
- Tons of customization options, both for performance as well as aesthetics
- Smooth switches straight out of the box
- Best-in-class gaming performance
- Good stock keycaps
- No rattling on any stabilizers
Cons
- Case feels a bit less premium than it should at this price
- Fewer modding options compared to the 60HE
Specs
| Form Factor | TKL |
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| Switches | Lekker |
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| PCB | Hotswappable |
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| RGB | Yes |
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| Height | 2.84cm |
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| Width | 34.6cm |
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| Length | 14.2cm |
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| Weight | 790g |
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Razer Huntsman V3 Pro
The Huntsman V3 Pro is the full-sized version of the extremely popular V3 Pro TKL. It has all of the same features that the TKL has, but it comes in a bigger form factor.
If you are someone who wants a full-sized gaming keyboard with all of the latest gaming technology on the inside, this could be the one for you.
Razer Huntsman V3 Pro
Used by 13 VALORANT players ()
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ScreaM
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keloqz
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LogaN
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Horcus
The Razer Huntsman V3 Pro is the full-sized version of Razer’s Huntsman V3 Pro line.
Specs
| Form Factor | Full Size |
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| Switches | Razer Analog Optical |
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| PCB | Non-Hotswappable |
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| RGB | Yes |
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| Height | 3.9cm |
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| Width | 49.8cm |
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| Length | 13.9cm |
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Logitech G Pro X Keyboard
The Logitech G Pro X was a popular choice in the pro scene for a long time, and it’s easy to see why. It offers a compact tenkeyless design, solid build quality, and a straightforward, no-frills approach that appealed to competitive players who just wanted a reliable keyboard.
That said, this is very much an older-generation product at this point. While the hot-swappable GX switches were a nice addition at the time, they don’t offer any real competitive advantage, especially when compared to modern analog magnetic or optical keyboards with features like adjustable actuation and Rapid Trigger. In terms of pure performance, the G Pro X has been overtaken by newer options.
If you already own a G Pro X and are happy with it, there’s no urgent need to replace it. However, if you’re buying a new keyboard specifically for competitive VALORANT, there are simply better and more up-to-date options available that offer clearer performance benefits.
Logitech G Pro X Keyboard
Used by 19 VALORANT players ()
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Sheydos
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sScary
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ardiis
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Kiles
What you’re getting is a solidly built gaming keyboard without any unnecessary frills that’ll last you a pretty long time and delivers everything you’d want out of a competitive gaming keyboard. Nothing more, but certainly nothing less either.
Read review (08/2020)
Pros
- Hot-swappable PCB means changing switches is very easy
- Sturdy build quality
Cons
- Keycaps don’t feel very premium
- Non-standard bottom row means that switching out keycaps can be a hassle
Specs
| Form Factor | TKL |
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| Switches | GX Blue Clicky, GX Brown Tactile, GX Red Linear |
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| PCB | Hotswappable |
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| RGB | Yes |
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| Height | 3.5cm |
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| Width | 36cm |
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| Length | 15.5cm |
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| Weight | 980g |
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Best keyboard for VALORANT – Conclusion
As you’ve no doubt been able to read the VALORANT pros go for a wide variety of different boards. The only thing that’s for sure is that you’ll want to go for an analog board if the pros are to be believed, but beyond that it’s pretty much up to you. We see everything from 60% boards to full-sized boards here, so there’s no ‘one size fits all’.
The fact that there are so many options out there pretty much guarantees that you’ll be able to find something that suits your style, so hopefully this guide can aid you in your search for your next keyboard.
Thanks for reading!
