Glorious GMMK 2
Score: 87/100
Corsair K70 PRO TKL
Score: 86/100Rankings
The Glorious GMMK 2 is a full-size wired keyboard featuring an aluminum top frame, hot-swap capability and vibrant per-key RGB lighting. Its drawbacks include a relatively heavy build and occasional software instability. Ideal for mechanical keyboard enthusiasts and competitive gamers who value customization over portability.
The Corsair K70 PRO TKL is a wired tenkeyless mechanical keyboard featuring ultra-low 3.2 ms latency and adjustable MGX Hyperdrive switches, delivering premium performance and build quality. Its heavy weight, tall profile, and lack of wireless connectivity limit portability. Ideal for competitive gamers seeking precision and extensive customization.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
99 keysbest | 87 keys | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 3.2 msbest |
1,000 Hz | 8,000 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,253 g | 969 gbest |
45 gbest | — | |
2 yearsbest | 2 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Polling Rate (Hz) | 1000 Hz | 8000 Hz |
Actuation Force (g) | 45 g | 30-55 g |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connection Type | Wired USB-C | Wired USB Type-C to Type-A |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Switch Type | Fox linear | Hall Effect MGX Hyperdrive Adjustable Switches |
Key Count (keys) | 99 keys | 87 keys |
Weight (g) | 1253 g | 969 g |
Dimensions (W×H×L) (mm) | 124.46x38.1x375.92 mm | 36.5-36.6 x 3.9-3.98 x 13.3-13.5 cm mm |
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Professional reviewers consider the GMMK Pro a top-tier enthusiast keyboard, emphasizing its solid aluminum build, gasket-mount acoustics, and versatile 5-pin hot-swap system that accommodates Cherry MX-style linear switches. They commend the bright per-key RGB and the added rotary encoder, while noting drawbacks such as its substantial weight, lack of wireless connectivity, and occasional software instability.
Everyday users consistently praise the keyboard's premium feel, smooth linear switches, and vibrant RGB lighting, often highlighting the satisfying thocky sound and the convenience of hot-swapping. Recurring complaints focus on the stock switches feeling stiff, software glitches during macro configuration, and the heavy weight making it less portable.
Professional reviewers consistently praise the K70 PRO TKL for its ultra-low latency, high polling rate, and the flexibility of its adjustable magnetic switches, noting that the premium aluminum chassis and magnetic wrist rest add to its competitive edge. However, they also flag the tall, high-profile design and the absence of wireless connectivity as ergonomic and flexibility drawbacks, especially for users who prefer a low-profile or cable-free experience.
Everyday users love the keyboard's heavy, premium feel, smooth pre-lubricated stabilizers, vibrant per-key RGB, and the rapid-trigger feature that benefits FPS gaming, while repeatedly complaining about the shiny ABS keycaps, the substantial weight, the stiff initial feel of the magnetic switches, and the lack of a wireless option.
