Corsair Vanguard 96
Score: 89/100
IQUNIX Magi75 Pro
Score: 91/100Rankings
The IQUNIX Magi75 Pro is a premium low-profile 75% keyboard that blends a CNC-milled aluminum chassis with hot-swappable Kailh Gold Red linear switches and tri-mode wireless connectivity. It offers a massive 500-hour battery life and full VIA-customizable RGB, but the lack of adjustable feet and a cumbersome VIA setup may deter some users.
The Vanguard 96 is a compact 96% mechanical keyboard that combines hot-swap MLX Plasma switches, an 8,000 Hz polling rate, and a unique 1.9" IPS LCD screen. It targets power users who need a space-saving layout with premium features, though its underside USB-C port and navigation quirks may affect usability.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 500 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 995 gramsbest | 1,088.6 grams |
8,000 Hzbest | 1,000 Hz | |
— | 12 monthsbest | |
— | 5.1best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Layout & Size(2) | ||
Keyboard Layout | 96% | 75% |
Weight (grams) | 995 grams | 1088.6 grams |
Performance(1) | ||
Polling Rate (Hz) | 8000 Hz | 1000 Hz |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connection Type | Wired USB-C | Wireless |
Switches(1) | ||
Switch Type | MLX Plasma | Gold Red linear |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Vanguard 96 for its solid construction, smooth MLX Plasma linear switches, and the innovative combination of a rotary knob and a full-color LCD screen, calling the latter a game-changer while noting the 96% layout may alienate users who depend on a full navigation cluster.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the keyboard's typing experience, build quality, and the versatility of the LCD screen and rotary dial, with common complaints about the underside USB-C port and unintuitive navigation key access on macOS.
Professional reviewers commend the Magi75 Pro for its luxurious build, flawless aluminum chassis, and the standout precision volume roller. They highlight the high-end PBT keycaps, hot-swappable low-profile switches, and robust tri-mode connectivity as major strengths, while noting the steep learning curve of VIA configuration and the lack of adjustable feet as notable drawbacks.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the keyboard's premium feel, solid aluminum construction, and the satisfying volume roller. The RGB lighting and travel case are also well-received, though a recurring set of complaints centers on the detachable logo badge, uneven backlighting, and the absence of adjustable feet.
“I was stuck using Corsair stock wire… it's a bad design honestly.”
“The volume roller is satisfying and ultra-precise.”
“Premium build and great media controls, but wish it had adjustable feet.”
