HyperX Alloy Origins
Score: 80/100
Logitech MX Keys S
Score: 84/100Rankings
The Logitech MX Keys S is a full-size low-profile scissor keyboard with smart white LED backlighting and multi-device connectivity. Its fixed angle and 810 g weight make it less portable and limit ergonomic adjustment. Ideal for productivity professionals who prioritize typing comfort and stability.
The HyperX Alloy Origins is a full-size mechanical keyboard featuring smooth Linear Red switches and customizable RGB lighting via software. Its main trade-offs are the absence of wireless connectivity and lack of dedicated macro keys. Ideal for gamers who prioritize mechanical performance and build quality.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 1,075 g | 810 gbest |
— | 60 gbest | |
— | 1,500 mAhbest | |
132.08 mm | 152.4 mmbest | |
38.1 mmbest | 38.1 mmbest | |
441.96 mm | 457.2 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Features(1) | ||
Switch Type | Linear HyperX Red | Scissor |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connection Type | USB | Logi Bolt USB receiver, Bluetooth Low Energy |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 1075 g | 810 g |
Width (mm) | 132.08 mm | 152.4 mm |
Depth (mm) | 441.96 mm | 457.2 mm |
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Professional reviewers consistently commend the MX Keys for its low-profile perfection, premium build, smart backlighting, and seamless multi-device workflow enabled by Logitech Flow. They also note the USB-C charging, long battery life, and quiet scissor mechanism as strong productivity features, while criticizing the fixed angle and heavyweight design for limiting ergonomic flexibility and portability.
Everyday users love the comfortable, quiet typing experience, the reliable multi-device switching, and the long battery life, often stating that the keyboard feels more solid and premium than cheaper alternatives.
