Where do I buy computer parts nowdays?

[bismuthbob@sopuli.xyz]

It depends on what you're looking for. If size and weight aren't a concern, Unicomp is making slightly modernized Model M keyboards in the US and you can order directly from their website.

I have a Classic and an EnduraPro, both of which work just fine and could be used as a hammer if necessary.

[bombomom@lemmy.world]

B&H is my go-to, with Amazon as a backup. If you have a Micro Center near you, they are a great option as well.

[wjrii@lemmy.world]

If you're ready to take the plunge into mechanical, Keychrons are a solid way to get one that is not absurd if all you want is "one nice keyboard," but usually has enough customizability to be satisfying if you fall down that particular rabbit hole. For a bog standard board, any of your listed options are fine, as are most of the options on pcpartpicker.com, and even dumb ol' Walmart will have a couple of logitechs and some rebranded thing stuff no worse than your average pack-in desktop keyboard, and potentially even a couple of mildly satisfying low-end mech boards, once you turn off the godwaful RGB.

If you shop the actual electronics at Amazon, I'd recommend "sold by Amazon" or at a minimum fulfilled by them. If you do Prime, limit to Prime listings. Your includion of BestBuy implies you're in the US, in which case I might avoid vendors that ship from China, at least until the tariff situation stabilizes.

[kolanaki@pawb.social]

If you can reach one, MicroCenter is great.

[sugar_in_your_tea@sh.itjust.works]

Best Buy

Definitely not, unless you absolutely need something same day. Their selection and prices suck, though they do price match.

My preference is:

1. Direct from the manufacturer
2. B&H Photo
3. Newegg
4. Amazon
5. EBay - used, if it's a really good deal

If the keyboard is the only problem, get a good mechanical one. As others have said, Keychron is good if you want a pretty good keyboard for a pretty good price, though there are some other decent options around $50. Be careful though, because there's a lot of crap out there.

[redditrefugee69@lemmynsfw.com]

Glory to Bezos and his support of the Fourth Reich?

Seriously get off Amazon.

[seeferns@programming.dev]

For common things like monitors keyboards and mice, I go to the thrift stores around me. I typically find some decent stuff. Sounds silly but I live in a decent city for tech jobs so, lots of second hand things like that around here.

[blue_morpho@lemmy.world]

Then post an alternative. Newegg isn't a good choice: https://youtu.be/2fnXsmXzphI?si=H2A3652mD73uBRo5

For keyboards and some other parts you can window shop at Amazon and then go direct to the manufacturer's website to make a purchase.

That leaves Microcenter. Which the poster above mentioned.

[kongar@lemmy.dbzer0.com]

I agree. Newegg used to be great but not anymore. Amazon often has what you’re looking for and at the best price. Not everyone has a micro center or equivalent nearby.

I agree, post an alternative instead of just bitchin!

[just_another_person@lemmy.world]

Eh. I order hundreds of pieces from them a year and deal with returns. Never had this issue. That being said, this kind of problem can and does happen with other online sellers as well.

[hootinnhollerin@lemmy.dbzer0.com]

I like the keyboard without the num pad and a separate num pad that i put on the left, so i don’t have to take my hand off the mouse. 3Dconnexion

They also make mice that have very high resolution sensing and high refresh rates that are good for 3D modeling, gaming, etc.

[sinningstromgald@lemmy.world]

Second Keychron. I own two of their keyboards. An Alice and a 65%. The Alice is a deadly weapon. The 65% is much lighter but the build quality is still great. I'm not left handed but they even have some southpaw keyboards as well. Alice is as unusual as their layout options go so if you want something exotic you would have to look elsewhere.

If you are not going to buy direct from someone like Keychron then sadly Amazon is the best due to their return policy. They have never denied me a return whether for a refund or replacement.

As the other poster linked with the Gamers Nexus video Newegg has gotten a bit shitty/shady. Not that Amazon is spotless but at least getting your money back or a working product won't be a hassle.

[ghostbanjo1949@lemmy.mengsk.org]

As much as I hear you that this happens with other retailers. It doesn't happen with Amazon from my experience, and those I've known personally. They take what you send back back and refund you, they sometimes say just keep it and we'll send another to you, do with the old one as you will, they go to bat for you with Manufactures who are trying to weasel out of warranty responsibilities. So I can fully get on with not buying from Amazon for a ton of human reasons, Bezos, employee treatment and such, but when it comes to customer support they are top notch.