Zalman K400G

A TKL keyboard running Membrane switches. A wired connection and single-color backlighting round out the spec sheet. TKL frees mouse space without sacrificing the function row. Switch feel is personal; try the switch type before committing if you can.

At $19.99 it sits in the budget keyboard bracket. Drop it into the PlanMyPC builder to check compatibility with the rest of your parts and compare current keyboard prices across retailers. Support and warranty service run through Zalman, with terms that vary by region. Scroll down for the complete spec table; the builder's compatibility checker will warn you about any conflicts with components you have already picked.