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Keychron K10 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom Keyboard vs NEWMEN GM611 60% 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 NEWMEN GM611 60% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard at 5.2/10.

The Keychron K10 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom Keyboard leads on typing feel, build quality, customisation, connectivity, 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 NEWMEN GM611 60% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard's 4/10.

Keychron K10 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom Keyboard

Keychron K10 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom Keyboard

7.4/10verdict: good, not the best

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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NEWMEN GM611 60% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

5.2/10verdict: good, not the best

The Newmen GM611 is a 61-key, wired 60% mechanical keyboard with quiet red linear switches. It suits buyers who want a compact, light board on a tight budget and don't need wireless or deep remapping. Anyone who wants QMK or VIA, PBT keycaps or a metal case should look at other boards.

Typically about £24.99 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

CriterionWeightKeychron K10 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom KeyboardNEWMEN GM611 60% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
Typing feel25%7/106/10
Build quality20%7/105/10
Customisation20%8/104/10
Connectivity15%9/105/10
Layout and ergonomics10%6/105/10
Battery and software10%7/106/10
Overall7.4/105.2/10

Specifications

SpecKeychron K10 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom KeyboardNEWMEN GM611 60% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
Layout100% full size60% layout, 61 keys
SwitchesGateron Double-rail Magnetic Switch / Keychron Ultra-Fast Lime Magnetic Switch; actuation adjustable 0.2-3.8 mmRed, linear
Hot-swappableHot-swappableConflicting: manufacturer and Amazon UK say hot-swappable copper socket switches (only specific switches allowed); VividRepairs says no hot-swap
Connectivity2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.2, wired USB-C; 1000 Hz polling rate (125 Hz over Bluetooth per user guide); switches between 3 devicesWired USB-C with detachable cable; TechKitInsider claims triple-mode (wired, Bluetooth, 2.4GHz) but VividRepairs says wired-only
Firmware (QMK / VIA)QMK firmware; Keychron Launcher web app for key remapping and macros; Windows, macOS, LinuxNo QMK or VIA support found; optional proprietary manufacturer software for macros, key rebinding and lighting
KeycapsDouble-shot PBT; Standard: Cherry profile; Special Edition: OSA profileBlack keycaps; plastic keycaps per Amazon UK listing; not PBT according to VividRepairs
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 ›

NEWMEN GM611 60% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

  • + Quiet, smooth red linear switches
  • + Compact 60% layout with a light footprint
  • + Budget-friendly, with praise for value from owners
  • − Plastic build and non-PBT keycaps
  • − No QMK or VIA support found

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want QMK or VIA remapping without proprietary software
  • Anyone who needs confirmed Bluetooth or 2.4GHz wireless
  • Typists who want PBT keycaps, a metal case or a tactile switch feel
Read the full NEWMEN GM611 60% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard review ›

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