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Geeky GK61 Gaming Keyboard vs MageGee MK-Box 60% Portable Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

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all judged against mechanical keyboards at a similar price

The MageGee MK-Box 60% Portable Mechanical Gaming Keyboard scores 5.7/10 overall, ahead of the Geeky GK61 Gaming Keyboard at 4.6/10.

The Geeky GK61 Gaming Keyboard leads on customisation.

The MageGee MK-Box 60% Portable Mechanical Gaming Keyboard leads on typing feel, build quality, connectivity, layout and ergonomics and battery and software.

The biggest difference is build quality, where the MageGee MK-Box 60% Portable Mechanical Gaming Keyboard scores 7/10 to the Geeky GK61 Gaming Keyboard's 4/10.

GK61 Gaming Keyboard - US Layout

Geeky GK61 Gaming Keyboard

4.6/10verdict: skip

The GK61 is a wired 60% mechanical keyboard for buyers who want a small, hot-swappable board with RGB lighting on a tight budget. It suits people who are happy with an ANSI US layout and a choice of six switch types. It is less suited to anyone who wants QMK or VIA, wireless connections or a full-size layout.

Typically about £32.30 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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MageGee MK-Box 60% Portable Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

5.7/10verdict: good, not the best

The MageGee MK-Box suits buyers who want a compact wired mechanical keyboard that works the moment it is plugged in. It fits people who value a metal-topped build and a quiet-leaning sound profile over deep customisation. It is a sensible pick for a first mechanical board on Windows, macOS or Linux.

Typically about £29.59 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 GK61 Gaming KeyboardMageGee MK-Box 60% Portable Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
Typing feel25%5/106/10
Build quality20%4/107/10
Customisation20%5/103/10
Connectivity15%5/106/10
Layout and ergonomics10%4/106/10
Battery and software10%4/107/10
Overall4.6/105.7/10

Specifications

SpecGeeky GK61 Gaming KeyboardMageGee MK-Box 60% Portable Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
LayoutANSI US (QWERTY), 60% form factor, 61 keys65% layout with 68 keys
SwitchesBlack, Blue, Brown, Red, Speed Yellow, Speed Silver (Amazon UK variant: Mechanical Red)not listed
Hot-swappableYes (Mechanical and Optical models; GK61 SE has no hot-swap)No
ConnectivityUSB-C wired, 1.5 m detachable cableWired (detachable), USB A-C
Firmware (QMK / VIA)Windows software; no QMK or VIA support documentedPlug and play, no drivers or software required
KeycapsABS, doubleshot, OEM profileDouble-colour injection keycaps

Strengths and weaknesses

Geeky GK61 Gaming Keyboard

  • + Hot-swap sockets on most models
  • + Six switch types to choose from
  • + Owners praise value and RGB lighting
  • − Windows software only, no QMK or VIA
  • − Stabiliser and key rattle reports
  • − ABS case and keycaps; build reports mixed

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want QMK or VIA remapping without Windows-only software
  • Anyone who needs a UK ISO layout or a full-size keyboard
  • People who want Bluetooth or 2.4GHz wireless connections
Read the full Geeky GK61 Gaming Keyboard review ›

MageGee MK-Box 60% Portable Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

  • + Metal top plate on a plastic base
  • + Plug and play, no software needed
  • + Works on Windows, macOS and Linux
  • − No hot-swap listed, so switches stay fixed
  • − Spacebar stabiliser rattles and feels mushy
  • − Heavy at 580g, and left shift is short

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want hot-swap sockets or key remapping software
  • Anyone who needs wireless or Bluetooth connectivity
  • People who want a light board to carry daily
Read the full MageGee MK-Box 60% Portable Mechanical Gaming Keyboard review ›

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