Hey everyone! I'm currently playing CS1.6 and I really want a motherboard that includes a PS/2 socket so I can use my keyboard to its full potential. I'm running an i7 12700K processor, an 8GB 3070 GPU, and I have 32GB of Corsair Vengeance RAM, powered by an 800W PSU. Any recommendations for motherboards that would fit these specs?
2 Answers
You might want to consider just getting an adapter. It could save you some money and still let you connect your keyboard. PS/2 has some benefits, but in many cases, USB works just as well nowadays.
There are a few motherboards I've tested that support PS/2 on LGA1700, though they usually come as combo ports rather than dedicated ones. Check out these models:
- ASUS Prime Z690/Z790
- ASUS Z790 Gaming Wifi7
- ASRock Z790-CW
- MSI Pro Z690/Z790
Just a heads-up, keep in mind that modern USB keyboards can also provide full N-key rollover (NKRO), so it's not a huge issue if you decide to go that route.
I had a great experience going with a USB keyboard in competitive play. The advantage of PS/2 isn't as strong as it used to be, but it's nice for nostalgia!
I get that, but you can't really get the full anti-ghosting effect with just an adapter. PS/2 is still preferred by some for its performance benefits.