It's a Quackdown! Ducky One 3 vs One 3 Pro

There are just too many damn choices when it comes to upgrading your gaming keyboard. Do you opt for the Ducky One 3 or the One 3 Pro? Is one better than the other?

To answer both these questions, we’re taking a deep dive into these two keyboard series, highlighting their key differences to help you decide which one is right for your gaming set-up.

The Ducky One 3 Pro

The Ducky One 3 Pro expands on the success of the One 3, delivering even more game-enhancing features. Intelligent Quack Mechanics ensures the One 3 Pro comes equipped with a solid stance, authentic acoustics, and superior tuning. This includes a redefined weight distribution, dedicated Poron film to dampen excess noise, and premium in-house stabilisers for ultra-responsive feedback.

Putting the Pro in the One 3 Pro is the 8K polling rate. Capable of inputting data to your gaming PC eight times faster than the One 3, the One 3 Pro boasts minimal lag, fewer missed keystrokes, and incredible responsiveness. Perfect for your favourite fast-paced games or demanding workloads.

Armed with hot-swappable technology, you can fine-tune the Ducky One 3 Pro to suit your individual needs, with switches from Glorious, Cherry, and Ducky. However, as standard, the One 3 Pro utilises powerful Cherry MX2A switches to facilitate superior performance. Cutting-edge triple-shot PBT keycaps enhances durability, whilst the frosted texture improves grip, a must-have for all your boss battles!

Key Features of the Ducky One 3 Pro
Available in a UK ISO layout
Various form factors such as full-sized and 60% Mini
Hot-swappable PCB
As standard come equipped with Cherry MX2A switches
8K polling rate
Triple-shot keycaps
Per-key RGB backlighting

Ducky One 3 Gossamer Pink TKL 80% USB Mechanical Keyboard

The Ducky One 3

Ducky One 3 keyboards were the very first line-up to have been engineered harnessing Quack Mechanics, boasting balanced tuning, enhanced stability, near-silent typing, and much more. Featuring intelligent hot-swappable technology, you can configure a Ducky One 3 to perfectly suit your in-game or typing demands. Choose from hundreds of different key switches from Cherry MX, Glorious, and Ducky to ensure your keyboard perfectly suits your needs and aesthetic.

What’s more, PBT keycaps, arranged in a UK ISO layout, ensure long-lasting durability, meaning your One 3 is sure to stand the test of time, no matter how intensive the gameplay gets! The high-quality frosted texture adds extra grip to enhance your performance during those critical moments.

Ducky One 3 keyboards have been designed to suit every set-up, meaning you can find these keyboards in a range of form factors. From full-sized models to space-saving TKL or even 60% Mini, there is a Ducky One 3 that is sure to blend seamlessly into your set-up, no matter how compact! The per-key RGB backlighting adds that extra flair and vibrant colour to your desk, which you can customise to suit the rest of your hardware for a synchronised display.

Key Features of the Ducky One 3
Available in UK ISO layout
Various form factors such as full-sized and TKL
Hot-swappable PCB
1000Hz polling rate
As standard come equipped with Cherry MX switches
PBT double-shot keycaps
Per-key RGB backlighting (depending on the model)

Ducky One vs One 3 Pro – What’s the Difference?

Model	Selection of Sizes	Key switches	Keycaps	Hot-swappable	Polling rate	RGB Lighting
Ducky One 3	Yes – lots of variety in sizes from TKL to full-sized	As standard features Cherry MX switches	Double-shot PBT keycaps	Yes	1000Hz	Yes (model depending)
Ducky One 3 Pro	Yes – lots of variety in sizes from 60% mini to full-sized	As standard features Cherry MX2A switches	Triple-shot PBT keycaps	Yes	8000Hz	Yes

So… Which is Better?

Ducky One 3 vs One 3 Pro – is one better than the other and which is best for your gaming set-up? Ultimately, the answer to this question all depends on your individual preferences and needs. (You know we love to play Devil’s advocate!)

The Ducky One Pro 3 delivers outstanding performance and superior typing, which you can perfectly tailor to suit you. Whilst it features the same robust construction and hot-swappable PCB as the One 3, the blisteringly fast 8K polling rate is what makes this keyboard shine. Thanks to this all your rapid keystrokes are registered at record speeds with near-zero lag and fewer missed key presses, making the One 3 Pro the ultimate choice for gamers and professionals alike.

The Cherry MK2A switches expand on the success of the standard MX models, facilitating even better control and precision. What’s more, your typing experience is elevated further with the One 3 Pro as it features Ducky’s all-new Webby Mat. Designed to reduce any unwanted dispersion of sound for a smoother and whisper-quiet experience. Finally, the triple-slot PBT keycaps have been crafted to ensure incredible longevity and durability, designed to look and feel factory fresh for longer, no matter how intensive your gameplay or typing sessions get!

With the Ducky One 3, you can utilise the hot-swappable PCB to configure your keyboard to suit your preferences, in-game demands, and aesthetic. As the highlight of this keyboard, hot-swappable tech allows you to freely flick between different switches, or even sport multiple sets at once! You aren’t limited to just one, and nor do you need to worry about finding a model that features the exact type of key switches you want.

What’s more, thanks to multiple different form factors, there is a Ducky One 3 to suit every set-up. From gamers with compact spaces who require a space-saving solution with no unnecessary cable clutter, to those who want to utilise the full array of keys to their advantage whilst gaming and working.

Are You Quackers for Ducky?

Have we tempted you into upgrading your keyboard to a Ducky One 3 or One 3 Pro? If so, Overclockers UK has got your back as we stock an extensive range of Ducky keyboards, with plenty of models available from both these series.

We’ve showcased two of our faves below, but if these don’t suit your aesthetic or typing demands, you can explore all our Ducky keyboards by clicking the button below.

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