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SteelSeries Zboard

SteelSeries Zboard
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alaScore 88

315 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 315 reviews of SteelSeries Zboard. The average rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. People really like the size and durability. The design and price are also mentioned favorably, whereas some have doubts about the reliability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the SteelSeries Zboard is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 88/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for SteelSeries Zboard

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 19 user reviews of SteelSeries Zboard from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers really like the size. The price also gets good opinions, but many are critical about the reliability and design.

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63% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for SteelSeries Zboard

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 152 user reviews of SteelSeries Zboard from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the design and durability. The price and usability are also appreciated, but many are critical about the size and reliability.

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72% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Natalie Shoemaker (pcmag.com)

SteelSeries Shift

 

The SteelSeries Shift keyboard is a good choice for the multi-genre gamer, but you may find that your wrists may suffer in the long term.

Good software interface. On the fly macro-editing functionality. Audio and USB 2.0 ports. Swappable keyset

Uncomfortable palm rest. Quick-keys are oddly placed. Not backlit

The SteelSeries Shift offers a plethora of features for a good mid-range price, at least for a gaming keyboard. Unfortunately, the flaw in the Shift is ultimately in the design. An ergonomic palm rest is an important aspect of any keyboard and in this...

Feb, 2011
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Expert review by : Joe Osborne (pcmag.com)

SteelSeries Shift: Cataclysm Keyboard

 

The SteelSeries Shift: Cataclysm keyboard bundle aims to immerse players even further into the third expansion of World of Warcraft.

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Dec, 2010
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Expert review by : Alex Castle (maximumpc.com)

SteelSeries Shift Review

 

It's tough to set yourself apart as a keyboard—when you get right down to it, most of them are fundamentally the same. The SteelSeries Shift, however, manages to set itself apart in two big ways.

Amazing feature set, including huge customization and great software support

Switchable faceplates require more sacrifices than they’re worth

The problem with the Shift is simple: The swappable keysets are a gimmick. The game-specific keysets are rarely helpful, and if you want game-specific key bindings you’re better off just getting a high-quality gaming keyboard that lets you customize...

Jan, 2011
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Expert review by : Jamie Fletcher (techgage.com)

SteelSeries Shift Gaming Keyboard Review

 

If you're the type gamer who spends more than the normal amount of time tweaking your peripherals, then the Shift keyboard from SteelSeries deserves your consideration. Not only does it allow you to configure every single key, it also enables you to...

To call this review long-term would be somewhat of an understatement as the keyboard has been in use for several months, providing ample opportunity to test its features and to become accustomed to its layout.

Nov, 2011
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Expert review by : Anthony Garreffa (tweaktown.com)

SteelSeries Shift Gaming Keyboard Review

 

Can the SteelSeries Shift find its way onto your desktop? We think so.

Jun, 2011
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Expert review by : The Duke (techreaction.net)

Steelseries Shift Gaming Keyboard

 

The Steelseries Shift gaming keyboard is designed to change and adapt to real-time strategy (RTS), and massively multiplayer online (MMO) games through interchangeable keysets. Powered by the Steelseries Engine software, the Shift provides gamers with...

The Steelseries Shift almost gave us a headache (in a good way), simply because of the vast options and customizations available with it. The interchangeable keysets really put this board in a class of its own. Having the macros keep track of time...

Jun, 2011
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Expert review by : Lersar (lanoc.org)

SteelSeries Shift

 

The original Zboard by Ideazon was, for better or for worse, the first gaming keyboard I ever owned. Because of this, it will always hold a special, biased place in my heart. About two years later, I had become more engrossed in the world of PC gaming,...

Finally, I do appreciate the audio and USB hubs that SteelSeries included. Though it makes for a beefy male-end to plug into the tower, it has saved me the trouble of pulling out my tower to get to USB ports many times. My back is grateful.

Apr, 2011
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Expert review by : Uzair Sajid (wccftech.com)

SteelSeries SHIFT Gaming Keyboard Review

 

The only reason that PC gaming is still alive and thriving is because it offers customization and adaptability beyond any other gaming platform around.

Like I just mentioned a few paragraphs ago, I’ve been using the SteelSeries Shift as my primary keyboard for several weeks now and I’m simply in love with it. It is a good, well designed keyboard which is durable yet comfortable to use and has a lot of...

Feb, 2011
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Expert review by : Stuart_Davidson (hardwareheaven.com)

SteelSeries Shift Gaming Keyboard Review

 

In the world of gaming peripherals there are only a few manufacturers that create products which cause excitement amongst pro and casual gamers, SteelSeries is one of them. When they launch a new mouse, keyboard or audio product gamers take notice due...

In the world of gaming peripherals there are only a few manufacturers that create products which cause excitement amongst pro and casual gamers, SteelSeries is one of them. When they launch a new mouse, keyboard or audio product gamers take notice due...

Oct, 2010
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Expert review by : Natalie Shoemaker (techreviewsource.com)

SteelSeries Shift Gaming Keyboard

 

When a computer peripheral company touts a keyboard as "gaming-grade," it's the software and additional features that distinguishes it from, say, a keyboard you'd use for your office PC. The SteelSeries Shift packages bonus features like a swappable...

Good software interface. On the fly macro-editing functionality. Audio and USB 2.0 ports. Swappable keyset

Uncomfortable palm rest. Quick-keys are oddly placed. Not backlit

The SteelSeries Shift keyboard is a good choice for the multi-genre gamer, but you may find that your wrists may suffer in the long term.

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