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Keychron K10 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom Keyboard vs MageGee MK-Box 60% Portable Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

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all judged against mechanical keyboards at a similar price

The Keychron K10 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom Keyboard scores 7.4/10 overall, ahead of the MageGee MK-Box 60% Portable Mechanical Gaming Keyboard at 5.7/10.

The Keychron K10 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom Keyboard leads on typing feel, customisation and connectivity.

They score the same on build quality, layout and ergonomics and battery and software.

The biggest difference is customisation, where the Keychron K10 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom Keyboard scores 8/10 to the MageGee MK-Box 60% Portable Mechanical Gaming Keyboard's 3/10.

Keychron K10 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom Keyboard

Keychron K10 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom Keyboard

7.4/10verdict: buy

The Keychron K10 HE is for people who want a full-size keyboard with a number pad and adjustable magnetic switches. It suits desk users who move between Windows, macOS and Linux and want QMK firmware with wireless options. It is built for a fixed desk, not a bag.

Typically about £129.99 in the UK when we researched itSearch 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

CriterionWeightKeychron K10 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom KeyboardMageGee MK-Box 60% Portable Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
Typing feel25%7/106/10
Build quality20%7/107/10
Customisation20%8/103/10
Connectivity15%9/106/10
Layout and ergonomics10%6/106/10
Battery and software10%7/107/10
Overall7.4/105.7/10

Specifications

SpecKeychron K10 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom KeyboardMageGee MK-Box 60% Portable Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
Layout100% full size65% layout with 68 keys
SwitchesGateron Double-rail Magnetic Switch / Keychron Ultra-Fast Lime Magnetic Switch; actuation adjustable 0.2-3.8 mmnot listed
Hot-swappableHot-swappableNo
Connectivity2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.2, wired USB-C; 1000 Hz polling rate (125 Hz over Bluetooth per user guide); switches between 3 devicesWired (detachable), USB A-C
Firmware (QMK / VIA)QMK firmware; Keychron Launcher web app for key remapping and macros; Windows, macOS, LinuxPlug and play, no drivers or software required
KeycapsDouble-shot PBT; Standard: Cherry profile; Special Edition: OSA profileDouble-colour injection keycaps
Battery4000 mAh, up to 120 hours (backlight setting not stated); charging around 5 hoursnot listed

Strengths and weaknesses

Keychron K10 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom Keyboard

  • + Actuation adjustable from 0.2 to 3.8 mm
  • + 2.4GHz, Bluetooth and wired, with three-device switching
  • + QMK firmware and a web app on all three platforms
  • − Heavy and large, so poor for travel
  • − Only Keychron's magnetic switches are supported
  • − Battery life falls with full RGB brightness

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want to fit any switch type they like
  • Anyone who carries their keyboard between locations
  • Users who run full RGB brightness and want long wireless battery life
Read the full Keychron K10 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom 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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