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Geeky GK65 Gaming Keyboard vs Logitech MX Mechanical Mini Wireless Keyboard

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all judged against mechanical keyboards at a similar price

The Geeky GK65 Gaming Keyboard scores 5.9/10 overall, ahead of the Logitech MX Mechanical Mini Wireless Keyboard at 5.1/10.

The Geeky GK65 Gaming Keyboard leads on typing feel, customisation and layout and ergonomics.

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

They score the same on build quality.

The biggest difference is layout and ergonomics, where the Geeky GK65 Gaming Keyboard scores 7/10 to the Logitech MX Mechanical Mini Wireless Keyboard's 3/10.

Geeky GK65 Gaming Keyboard

Geeky GK65 Gaming Keyboard

5.9/10verdict: good, not the best

The Geeky GK65 is a wired 65% keyboard for people who want a compact board with a choice of switches and an ISO option. It suits buyers who want hot-swap sockets and are happy to use Geeky's Windows software. It is a wired board for desk use rather than a wireless or open-firmware one.

Typically about £26.11 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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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.

Typically about £129.99 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

CriterionWeightGeeky GK65 Gaming KeyboardLogitech MX Mechanical Mini Wireless Keyboard
Typing feel25%6/105/10
Build quality20%6/106/10
Customisation20%6/103/10
Connectivity15%5/106/10
Layout and ergonomics10%7/103/10
Battery and software10%5/108/10
Overall5.9/105.1/10

Specifications

SpecGeeky GK65 Gaming KeyboardLogitech MX Mechanical Mini Wireless Keyboard
Layout65%, ANSI 68 keys or ISO 69 keysCompact 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
SwitchesBlack, Blue, Brown, Red, Speed Yellow or Speed Silver options; linear per NeweggTactile Quiet, Clicky or Linear, chosen at purchase
Hot-swappableYes on GK65 Mechanical; GK65 SE listed as No; Optical listed as hot-swap with optical switchesnot listed
ConnectivityWired USB-C, detachable 1.5 m USB Type-C to Type-A cableBluetooth Low Energy and Logi Bolt USB receiver; Easy-Switch pairs up to three devices
Firmware (QMK / VIA)not listedNot QMK or VIA; customisation via Logi Options+ on Windows and macOS
KeycapsABS, doubleshot printing, OEM profileABS
Batterynot listedRechargeable Li-Po, 1500 mAh, USB-C; up to 15 days with backlighting, up to 10 months with it off

Strengths and weaknesses

Geeky GK65 Gaming Keyboard

  • + ISO 69-key layout available alongside ANSI
  • + Hot-swap on the GK65 Mechanical model
  • + Six switch options and pre-lubricated stabilisers listed
  • − ABS keycaps rather than PBT
  • − No published QMK or VIA firmware
  • − Wired connection only

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who need QMK or VIA configuration
  • Anyone wanting Bluetooth or 2.4GHz wireless connections
  • Buyers who specifically want PBT keycaps
Read the full Geeky GK65 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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