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Corsair K70 RGB PRO Mechanical Gaming Keyboard vs Logitech MX Mechanical Mini Wireless Keyboard

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all judged against mechanical keyboards at a similar price

The Corsair K70 RGB PRO Mechanical Gaming Keyboard scores 5.2/10 overall, ahead of the Logitech MX Mechanical Mini Wireless Keyboard at 5.1/10.

The Corsair K70 RGB PRO Mechanical Gaming Keyboard leads on build quality, customisation and layout and ergonomics.

The Logitech MX Mechanical Mini Wireless Keyboard leads on connectivity and battery and software.

They score the same on typing feel.

The biggest difference is battery and software, where the Logitech MX Mechanical Mini Wireless Keyboard scores 8/10 to the Corsair K70 RGB PRO Mechanical Gaming Keyboard's 5/10.

Corsair K70 RGB PRO Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

Corsair K70 RGB PRO Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

5.2/10verdict: good, not the best

The Corsair K70 RGB PRO is a wired, full-size gaming keyboard for players who want fast Cherry MX Speed Silver switches and a metal frame. It suits people who are happy to manage remaps and macros in iCUE on Windows or macOS. It is less suited to anyone who wants a quiet board, wireless connections or open firmware.

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Logitech MX Mechanical Mini Wireless Keyboard

Logitech MX Mechanical Mini Wireless Keyboard

5.1/10verdict: good, not the best

The MX Mechanical Mini suits people who want a compact wireless keyboard with a choice of switch type and long battery life. It fits those who pair it with up to three devices and don't need deep remapping. Buyers who want QMK, VIA or a confirmed UK ISO layout should read the limits below first.

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightCorsair K70 RGB PRO Mechanical Gaming KeyboardLogitech MX Mechanical Mini Wireless Keyboard
Typing feel25%5/105/10
Build quality20%8/106/10
Customisation20%4/103/10
Connectivity15%4/106/10
Layout and ergonomics10%4/103/10
Battery and software10%5/108/10
Overall5.2/105.1/10

Specifications

SpecCorsair K70 RGB PRO Mechanical Gaming KeyboardLogitech MX Mechanical Mini Wireless Keyboard
LayoutFull size, 104 keys, US ANSI (NA)Compact 65%/75% (sources conflict; Best Buy lists Compact 60%); 312.60 × 131.55 × 26.10 mm, 612 g; UK ISO not selectable on UK store page
SwitchesCHERRY MX SPEED RGB Silver, 1.2mm actuation (CHERRY MX SPEED variant)Tactile Quiet, Clicky or Linear, chosen at purchase
ConnectivityWired only, detachable braided USB Type-C cableBluetooth Low Energy and Logi Bolt USB receiver; Easy-Switch pairs up to three devices
Firmware (QMK / VIA)iCUE software on Windows and macOS (key remaps and macros); no QMK or VIA support mentionedNot QMK or VIA; customisation via Logi Options+ on Windows and macOS
KeycapsPBT Double-Shot PRO, 1.5mm thicknessABS
Batterynot listedRechargeable Li-Po, 1500 mAh, USB-C; up to 15 days with backlighting, up to 10 months with it off

Strengths and weaknesses

Corsair K70 RGB PRO Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

  • + Aluminium frame and PBT double-shot keycaps
  • + Fast 1.2mm actuation Cherry MX Speed Silver switches
  • + Onboard memory holds up to 50 profiles
  • − Owners find the Silver switches noisy
  • − Wired only, with no Bluetooth or 2.4GHz
  • − Listed layout is US ANSI, not UK ISO

Skip it if:

  • Anyone who needs quiet switches for shared rooms or calls
  • Buyers who want wireless or multi-device Bluetooth pairing
  • Users who want QMK or VIA remapping without vendor software
Read the full Corsair K70 RGB PRO Mechanical Gaming Keyboard review ›

Logitech MX Mechanical Mini Wireless Keyboard

  • + Battery lasts up to 10 months with backlight off
  • + Sturdy chassis with no flex, according to owners
  • + Tactile Quiet, Clicky or Linear switches at purchase
  • − Owners report stabiliser rattle and noise
  • − No QMK or VIA; remapping limited to Logi Options+
  • − UK ISO not selectable on the UK store page

Skip it if:

  • Anyone who wants QMK, VIA or open-firmware remapping
  • Typists who need a confirmed UK ISO layout or adjustable tilt
  • Buyers sensitive to stabiliser rattle in a shared space
Read the full Logitech MX Mechanical Mini Wireless Keyboard review ›

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