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AULA F75 vs MSI FORGE GK310 - RED SWITCHES

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

all judged against mechanical keyboards at a similar price

The AULA F75 scores 6.3/10 overall, ahead of the MSI FORGE GK310 - RED SWITCHES at 6.2/10.

The AULA F75 leads on connectivity and layout and ergonomics.

The MSI FORGE GK310 - RED SWITCHES leads on build quality and battery and software.

They score the same on typing feel and customisation.

AULA F75

AULA F75

6.3/10verdict: good, not the best

The AULA F75 is a 75% wireless, hot-swap keyboard for people who want a compact board with Bluetooth, 2.4GHz and wired options. It suits buyers who will lube a stabiliser if needed and who mostly use it with the lights off. It is less suited to anyone who wants an all-metal case or has to rely on the companion software.

Typically about £59.99 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

CriterionWeightAULA F75MSI FORGE GK310 - RED SWITCHES
Typing feel25%6/106/10
Build quality20%5/106/10
Customisation20%7/107/10
Connectivity15%7/105/10
Layout and ergonomics10%7/106/10
Battery and software10%6/107/10
Overall6.3/106.2/10

Specifications

SpecAULA F75MSI FORGE GK310 - RED SWITCHES
Layout75%, 80 keys; ANSI and ISO variants offered104 / 105 / 108 keys (different by language); UK ISO shape not confirmed by MSI
SwitchesLEOBOG Reaper linear (default), factory lubed; other options include TTC & AULA Crescent, LEOBOG Ice Vein, LEOBOG Greywood V3 and Dream SakuraMechanical red, linear, rated 60 million keystrokes
Hot-swappableYes; 3-pin and 5-pin socketsYes, 3-pin switches swappable without soldering
ConnectivityBluetooth 5.0, 2.4GHz wireless and wired; paired-device count conflicting (three or five)Wired USB 2.0, 1.8 m cable; no wireless or Bluetooth
Firmware (QMK / VIA)Manufacturer lists a firmware download and a VIA JSON file; QMK build not confirmednot listed
KeycapsCherry profile; material conflicting (double-shot PBT per one retailer, ABS per one UK review)not listed
Battery4000mAh rechargeable lithium; advertised 266 hours without lights and 17.5 hours with lightsnot listed

Strengths and weaknesses

AULA F75

  • + Hot-swap sockets for 3-pin and 5-pin switches
  • + Long advertised battery life with lights off
  • + ISO variant offered alongside ANSI
  • − Stabiliser rattle reported by a meaningful minority
  • − Companion software called clunky, buggy and outdated

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want a metal case rather than ABS plastic
  • Anyone who doesn't want to lube stabilisers if they rattle
  • People who rely on companion software for remapping and lighting
Read the full AULA F75 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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