Logitech MX Mechanical Keyboard Review - Should You Buy It?
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- Опубликовано: 27 июл 2024
- The Logitech MX Mechanical is the first mechanical keyboard released in Logitech's office-focused MX lineup. It's a wireless model that comes with Logitech's BOLT receiver, which is designed for use simultaneously with other select Logitech products, but you can also connect it with Bluetooth. You can choose from Kailh low-profile switches in tactile Brown, clicky Blue, and linear Red, and there's a compact version of this keyboard available called the Logitech MX Mechanical Mini.
Keyboards we mention in this video:
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00:00 Intro
01:00 Design
01:54 Test Results
05:19 Verdict
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Thanks, Abby and gang. I have the 1st gen MX Keyboard and am considering getting another set for all the devices I use at work.
Great review thank you
I have the full size brown switch version like in the video, and I love the sound it makes!
I just bought one tonight at Office Max, so far so good!
Great and fair review.
Great review, thanks! What is the polling rate of this keyboard and do you know whether a TKL version is coming out as well? And no I am not interested in the mx mini version.
Unfortunately, we don't have that information because it's not advertised, nor can you change it in the software. We also haven't heard anything about a TKL version, so there probably isn't any current plans on their end, though we can't say for sure. Sorry about that!
Love my MX Keys. This seems pretty sweet too if you like that clickity clack. Can you go more in depth about the bolt as I’m using the unifying ones no problem for multiple devices.
Hey SoleEphiphany, is there specific information about the bolt you're looking for?
@@RTINGSdotcom just wondering if it’s better latency wise and connectivity wise or if it’s just a rebranding. Also is there still issues with the S95B review?
The Bolt is not a rebrand of unifying, it's a whole new receiver, they share many common features but bolt is encrypted over the air and should have better transmission when surrounded by many devices, useful for offices, etc. It's almost like the new gen of unifying. As for the S9B, we're currently retesting it with the newest firmware, so we're hoping to update our review ASAP!
@@RTINGSdotcom awesome thanks, well I guess the notification algorithm decided to not remind me about the original review😳. Keep up the awesome work you guys do!
logitech has by far the best bluetooth useability build quality is great as well
I have to agree with you. The hand sensor/detector is too sensitive and turn the keyboard light off too fast most of the time.
My MX Mecha brown switches just arrived and I like it so much. It's my 1st mecha keyboard and it's true that it boosts my typing speed by 60% compared to my membrane keyboard :D
Sleek, comfortable, long battery life (-5% in a week), good build quality, typing speed boost, better connectivity.
Is it worth the bucks ? YES
Money well spent hahahaha
The backlight also turns on if you touch the metal plate, even from the sides :D
Hey’ quick question, does the Mx mechanical work with the Logitech unifying receiver or only the included bolt receiver? Thanks
@@faraazhamza6044 it's not compatible with unifying receiver
Hi quick question: Do you think this keyboard with the brown switches would be acceptable for a work-at-home call-centre environment where it is already too quiet and the keystroke sounds might seem amplified to the person on the other end?
@@mercesletifer47 it's a little louder than scissor switches of laptop keyboard, but not annoyingly loud.
Is the red switches variant not available in India ?
10 Months of battery life with no backlit keys, 15 days of battery life with backlit keys.. That's insane.
And the light isn't even on constantly...controlled with a sensor :/
It makes no sense to me at all I would much rather companies just say "yeah we put a 5000mah battery in there it runs at 3.whatever volts"
I made myself chuckle by how fast I liked this video. Literally the instant she said "Hi, I'm Abby". It's almost as if, after years of practice, the emotion of liking someone or something is automatically expressed by clicking a button. Her being extremly likable might've had something to do with it...
My thoughts on the Logitech MX Mechanical: I've owned it for about a week. Mine has the "Tactile Quiet" switches. I haven't tried any of the others, but I can imagine. I don't have any complaints about the "tactical quiet" though I suspect the "Linear" would feel like it would require less effort to type on. The tactile quiet version has a ramp-up of pressure to overcome. Meaning, as you press a key you will feel some resistance until you reach a peak where it gives. In practice, it feels pretty nice. Though I am sure I would enjoy the Linear type switches as well. They would just feel "worn out" compared to the tactile quiet. I don't think I'd like the louder traditional clicky switches that much. I used them back when that's all we had and they were ok but the people next door don't need to hear me type.
Now on to the complaints... Logitech does not make a first-party palm rest for this keyboard. My hands wish they did. I have heard that there is a Kensington palm rest that fits pretty well but having a first-party palm rest would be nice.
The keyboard does not have onboard storage for its "Bolt" USB receiver dongle. Not sure why they slipped up here. Even my decade old MX Anywhere has a built-in place to store the Unifying receiver.
Everything else I really like about the keyboard. After a week of use, my speed is getting back up to where it typically resides. Typing quickly on the keyboard is a pleasure.
Finally (as an edit), I wish it had more options for backlighting delay than "preserve battery power at all costs" I would very much like a "relax I have a USB charger right here I actually don't mind plugging in every few days" mode. The backlight goes off as soon as I stop typing. Just stay on for a minute I want to see the cool animations. You have a battery use it.
Not to complicate your life, but the click isn't actually all that loud on the blue switches. Modern clicky switches are often dampened in their sound compared to the old days.
There is no texture on the keys. They are completely smooth and after a month of use, they are already getting slick.
please can you make a video comparing this MX Mechanical keyboard with the one provided by Oneplus , keyboard 81 pro ?
Which one is better buy ?
We can't make any guarantees but we'll consider it!
In the meantime, help with personalized buying advice is something our experts offer exclusively via our insider forums: www.rtings.com/forums/insider-advice
However, we also have lots of self-service tools and recommendation articles on our website that may be helpful as well!
Just wondering how this would compare to Corsair k70mk2 I’m using for work currently
Hi Michael,
In this case, it might be worth using our comparison tool to see how these keyboards compare to one another. www.rtings.com/keyboard/tools/compare/ducky-one-2-vs-ducky-one-3/15369/29274?usage=9048&threshold=0.10 Let us know if it's still unclear though or if you have any follow up questions!
Is that blinking the entire time during use like it was in that sound test?
The blinking is actually there to show a device paring, but it goes solid once it's connected to a device!
I really want this but I’m uncertain which to get this or the mini, I like to have the numbers but I find this pretty big and I want to save space on my desk☹️
If you’re looking for personalized buying advice, this is something our experts offer only via our insider forums! www.rtings.com/forums/insider-advice!
Are the switches soldered or hot swappable?
They are not hot swappable!
The index finger hitting the spacebar was irritating
omg right wtf is happening at least have someone that knows how to type be on the video. One hand using only one finger while another using the complete wrong finger for spacebar extremely triggering i thought i was the only one
I think its a bit too expensive to what it offers. Even the Lightning keyboard is in the same price category. Keys are not PBT and it is hard to find low profile PBT keycaps even if you want to replace them. I think their butterfly switch keyboard is much better for office work.
also it has a lot of plastic for 200 Euros that it costs in my country
HELP! Yesterday received my large MX Mechanical. It switches on and a green light appears sometimes and Option 1 flashes a lot. BUT keys do not work. No backlight. Dead! No communication with computer. Using an MX S3 mouse if that makes a difference
Hey John,
While I wish we could provide more insight, this isn't an issue we encountered. And without being there to experience the issue, we can't really troubleshoot it with you. For something like this, it might actually be best to reach out to the manufacturer for tech support help!
@@RTINGSdotcom thank you for your prompt reply
might be a bit late but a flashing light means pairing mode, and as it's device 1 for you, i think it is not connected to the bolt reciever. You can connect it in the logitech options software, plug in the reciever, and then you have an optin to connect a device to it
Shiny lol I like that.
can you also use this keybored wired or while charging?
Something to keep in mind is that this keyboard can't be used wired-it's wireless only.
But, as long as the keyboard is still connected wirelessly, you can charge it with the included cable at the same time if you like.
Hope that helps!
Launch lite is coming
The light indicator for the capital/small letters (instead of the usual led light on the upper right corner) is tragically just a small flash of the word caps on the actual key making it almost impossible to distinguish if it is for small or capital letters. Second, the letter keys seem awkwardly to the left and especially trying to hit the back key you end up hitting other keys on the right side. These are two major flows that make this keyboard not suitable for productivity
Wich is better for office? The mx keys mechanical o mx keys ?
We give the slight overall edge to the MX Mechanical, but feel free to check out our in-depth comparison! www.rtings.com/keyboard/tools/compare/logitech-mx-keys-vs-logitech-mx-mechanical/1687/33681?usage=9050&threshold=0.10
@@RTINGSdotcom thanks, I hace just bought the mx keys one, the mechanical is too expensive
Tell Kelsey she has elegant hands 🙌
Kelsey our tester, but I'll let Abby know you think she has elegant hands😂
I would prefer mx keys over this mechanical. I am done with these mechanical keyboards
Sounds very loud. Why is this suggested for office use if it would annoy anyone within 100 feet? I have the older wave and it's loud, but not as loud as this.
Mics on these videos always make keyboards sound louder than they are IRL.
Does it also work in wired mode?
Hello!
No it doesn't unfortunately!
Not on sale for Prime Day. Amazon sucks.
can this keyboard work without installing the software?
Generally speaking, more keyboards *should* work without the software, you'll just likely lose out on some features.
The software is only there to do customization/alterations, but the keyboard will still work without it!
Can I charge this keyboard with 20W Apple Charger?
Our experts are happy to answer your questions via our forums on our website! www.rtings.com/forums
Good way to ruin a keyboard: cramp all F-keys together with the numeric row. Also, the F-keys are not in groups of 4. If you want a logitech mechanical and you don't care about the cable, just checkout the G512 Carbon. That's a proper layout.
though its true its also just one of those things thats out there. F keys are always either directly above like this, aligned in groups of 4 directly above "2" or standard layout where the F1 is above halfway between the 1 and 2. I dont understand why they have to do stupid stuff like that making it more difficult to get used to its very annoying
This is a 75% layout keyboard and all keyboards that are 75% or less will have the cramped keys since there's no space to have spacing with the function keys.
this isn’t a question about this. i’m just hoping someone answers. i’m going to pull the trigger on a lg c1 but i’m wondering about the upscaling. i use spectrum cable and i mainly watch sports. will it upscale to 4k? will it look good?
MX keys is the best keyboard money can buy. I can use it for hours and never need a break.
We need videos about sony tv 2022
Is there a specific TV you’re most looking forward to?
@@RTINGSdotcom 75in x95k Mini LED . And x90k
I bought one of these in February and it has a bucketload of issues. Frequently disconnects input lag and frequently goes to sleep needing to press multiple times to register and continue typing, are just a few! Avoid this keyboard at all costs.
I'm curious to know if anyone uses this for gaming if so how is it
Although it isn't made specifically for gaming, it could still offer good performance, so some people might. We wouldn't expect many users to pick this up for gaming though!
Its legit an updated version of the G915 and G915 TKL with white backlight and real MX stems so yea its good
Keycron vs Logitech. Logitech software is bulletproof.
$160 and no macros?
ABS keycaps for a $150+ board? Hard pass.
Only clicked Because Abby TBH. Great review though just bought
I always hear 'RTINGS' as 'R tings' - in an Afro-Carribean accent.
Saying it like a Pirate is also acceptable🤷♂️😂
@@RTINGSdotcom Lol - yes!! 👍🏽👍🏽
omg this video is dragging so much, and I'm bored
No more logitech.. no more sony's.. done with those two
What are you going to use? Just wondering.
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