Amazon Basics MD005
Score: 64/100
MageGee MKBox
Score: 77/100Rankings
The MageGee MK-Box is a budget-friendly 68-key 60% mechanical keyboard with a premium metal top plate, detachable cable, and either clicky blue or linear red switches. It offers full N-key rollover and 15 preset LED modes but lacks wireless connectivity and RGB customization.
The Amazon Basics Wired QWERTY Keyboard is an ultra-budget, full-size USB keyboard offering basic media controls and broad OS compatibility. While affordable and functional, its cheap construction and lack of ergonomic features make it unsuitable for intensive typing.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 445 gramsbest | 800 grams |
24 monthsbest | — |
Click an attribute name to sort · Green = best, red = worst (relative to this comparison)
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Lighting(1) | ||
Backlighting | None | LED |
Layout & Size(2) | ||
Keyboard Layout | Full-size | 60% compact with arrow keys |
Weight (grams) | 445 grams | 800 grams |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Case Material | Plastic | Metal |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connection Type | Wired USB Type-A | Wired |
Switches(1) | ||
Switch Type | Rubber-dome | Blue Clicky |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, Linux, Chrome OS, Android | Windows, macOS, Linux |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers label it a functional, ultra-budget option but warn that its flimsy construction and lack of ergonomics limit its suitability for heavy or professional use.
Users appreciate the low cost and plug-and-play simplicity, yet many criticize the cheap feel, lack of tilt or wrist support, and early failures.
Professional reviewers commend the solid metal build, ergonomic adjustable feet, and gasket-mounted design, positioning it as a high-value entry-level mechanical keyboard, while noting the absence of wireless and limited lighting as drawbacks.
Everyday users love the compact size and clicky feedback, but complain about the loud noise, lack of RGB color control, and misleading wireless claims.
“great for the price”
“works perfectly for basic typing”
“Perfect size for gaming and work”
