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Ajazz AK820 Pro vs MSI FORGE GK310 - RED SWITCHES

Researched, not hands-on tested.How we review ›

all judged against mechanical keyboards at a similar price

The Ajazz AK820 Pro scores 6.3/10 overall, ahead of the MSI FORGE GK310 - RED SWITCHES at 6.2/10.

The Ajazz AK820 Pro leads on typing feel and connectivity.

The MSI FORGE GK310 - RED SWITCHES leads on customisation and layout and ergonomics.

They score the same on build quality and battery and software.

Ajazz AK820 Pro

Ajazz AK820 Pro

6.3/10verdict: good, not the best

The Ajazz AK820 Pro is for people who want a compact 75% wireless keyboard with hot-swap switches and a gasket mount. It suits desk users who want a choice of Bluetooth, 2.4GHz or USB-C connections. It is a better fit for ANSI users and those happy with Ajazz's own software than for anyone who needs QMK/VIA.

Typically about £58.64 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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MSI FORGE GK310 - RED SWITCHES

MSI FORGE GK310 - RED SWITCHES

6.2/10verdict: good, not the best

The MSI FORGE GK310 with red switches is a wired, full-size mechanical keyboard that MSI lists for gaming. It suits buyers who want a numpad, RGB backlighting and hot-swap sockets without wireless features. People who need Bluetooth, a compact layout or open firmware should look at other boards.

Typically about £25.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightAjazz AK820 ProMSI FORGE GK310 - RED SWITCHES
Typing feel25%7/106/10
Build quality20%6/106/10
Customisation20%6/107/10
Connectivity15%7/105/10
Layout and ergonomics10%4/106/10
Battery and software10%7/107/10
Overall6.3/106.2/10

Specifications

SpecAjazz AK820 ProMSI FORGE GK310 - RED SWITCHES
Layout75% ANSI (81 or 82 keys, sources conflict)104 / 105 / 108 keys (different by language); UK ISO shape not confirmed by MSI
SwitchesAJAZZ Gift Switch default; AJAZZ Flying Fish and AJAZZ Dreamy Switch alternatives; actuation force reported as 42g to 45g across reviewsMechanical red, linear, rated 60 million keystrokes
Hot-swappableYes, 5-pin sockets for all switches (3-pin and 5-pin compatible per one review)Yes, 3-pin switches swappable without soldering
ConnectivityBluetooth 5.1, 2.4GHz or USB-CWired USB 2.0, 1.8 m cable; no wireless or Bluetooth
Firmware (QMK / VIA)Windows/MacOS compatible; QMK/VIA support unverifiednot listed
KeycapsDouble-shot PBT (sources disagree; one review says ABS)not listed
BatteryUp to 4000 mAh; about 100 hours without light, 20 hours with RGB light (manual figures)not listed

Strengths and weaknesses

Ajazz AK820 Pro

  • + Gasket mount and a thocky sound praised by owners
  • + Hot-swap sockets for changing switches
  • + Bluetooth, 2.4GHz and USB-C connections
  • − ANSI layout rather than UK-style ISO
  • − RGB cuts battery life to about 20 hours

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who need QMK/VIA firmware for remapping
  • UK users who want an ISO layout
  • People who want RGB on all day and long battery life
Read the full Ajazz AK820 Pro review ›

MSI FORGE GK310 - RED SWITCHES

  • + Hot-swap sockets take 3-pin switches without soldering
  • + Owners report a solid, sturdy feel
  • + Plug-and-play USB setup with no battery
  • − Wired only, with no Bluetooth or 2.4GHz
  • − Full-size body is 442 mm wide
  • − Linear red switches only in this version

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want Bluetooth or 2.4GHz wireless
  • Anyone who needs QMK or VIA firmware remapping
  • People with limited desk space who want a compact layout
Read the full MSI FORGE GK310 - RED SWITCHES review ›

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