Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022)
The Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022) is a wireless keyboard with fingerprint authentication for Apple Silicon Macs. It offers a sleek, comfortable typing experience and long battery life. Includes a USB‑C to Lightning cable for pairing and charging.
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| Specification | Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022) | Logitech G G915 TKL Gaming Keyboard | Microsoft Surface Pro Signature Keyboard | Apple Magic Keyboard (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Apple | Not specified | Microsoft | Apple |
| Model | Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (USB-C, MXCK3LL/A) | G915 TKL | Surface Pro Signature Keyboard | Magic Keyboard (MLA22LL/A) |
| Announced | 2024 | 2020 | 2021 | 2015 |
| Type | Wireless keyboard | Wireless mechanical gaming keyboard | Detachable keyboard cover | Wireless keyboard |
| Layout | Compact | Tenkeyless (TKL) | Compact notebook-style | Compact |
| Color | White and Silver | Carbon or White | Black; Platinum; Sapphire; Forest; Poppy Red | White and Silver |
| Material | Aluminum enclosure with plastic keycaps | Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy top case with steel-reinforced base | Alcantara-covered keyboard deck | Aluminum enclosure with plastic keycaps |
Keys & Switches
| Specification | Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022) | Logitech G G915 TKL Gaming Keyboard | Microsoft Surface Pro Signature Keyboard | Apple Magic Keyboard (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switch Type | Scissor | Low-profile mechanical | Scissor | Scissor |
| Switches | Apple low-profile scissor mechanism | Logitech GL switches | Mechanical scissor keys | Apple low-profile scissor mechanism |
| Switch Options | N/A | GL Tactile; GL Linear; GL Clicky | N/A | N/A |
| Dedicated Multimedia Keys | Yes — function row | Yes — roller and media controls | Yes — function-row shortcuts | Yes — function row |
| Programmable Keys | No | Yes | No | No |
| Numeric Keypad | No | No | No | No |
| Actuation Force | Not specified | 50 gf | Not specified | Not specified |
| Actuation Point | Not specified | 1.5 mm | Not specified | Not specified |
| Total Travel | Not specified | 2.7 mm | Not specified | Not specified |
| Key Rollover | Not specified | N-key rollover | Not specified | Not specified |
| Anti-Ghosting | Not specified | Yes | Not specified | Not specified |
Connectivity
| Specification | Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022) | Logitech G G915 TKL Gaming Keyboard | Microsoft Surface Pro Signature Keyboard | Apple Magic Keyboard (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connection Type | Wireless and wired | Wireless | Wired — Surface magnetic connector | Wireless and wired |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | LIGHTSPEED 2.4GHz; Bluetooth | N/A | Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | No | Bluetooth |
| Wireless Receiver | N/A | LIGHTSPEED USB-A receiver | N/A | N/A |
| Multi-Device Connection | No | Yes — LIGHTSPEED and one Bluetooth device | N/A | No |
| Connector | USB-C | Micro-USB | Surface Pro magnetic interface connector | Lightning |
| Cable | Detachable woven USB-C charge cable | Detachable charging/data cable | N/A | Detachable Lightning to USB-A cable |
| Cable Length | 1 m | 1.8 m | N/A | 1 m |
| Wireless Range | Not specified | Not specified | N/A | Not specified |
Battery & Power
| Specification | Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022) | Logitech G G915 TKL Gaming Keyboard | Microsoft Surface Pro Signature Keyboard | Apple Magic Keyboard (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Built-in rechargeable lithium battery | Rechargeable lithium-polymer battery | N/A | Built-in rechargeable lithium battery |
| Battery Life | About one month or more between charges | Up to 40 hours with full-brightness lighting | N/A | About one month or more between charges |
| Charging Port | USB-C | Micro-USB | N/A | Lightning |
| Power Switch | Yes | Yes | N/A | Yes |
| Battery Indicator | Yes — macOS battery status | Yes | N/A | Yes — macOS battery status |
| Charging Time | Not specified | About 3 hours | N/A | Not specified |
| Battery Capacity | Not specified | Not specified | N/A | Not specified |
Lighting & Features
| Specification | Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022) | Logitech G G915 TKL Gaming Keyboard | Microsoft Surface Pro Signature Keyboard | Apple Magic Keyboard (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backlighting | None | RGB | White | None |
| Lighting Technology | N/A | LIGHTSYNC RGB per-key lighting | Backlit keys | N/A |
| Brightness Adjustment | N/A | Yes | Yes | N/A |
| Ambient Light Sensor | No | No | No | No |
| Proximity Sensor | No | No | No | No |
| Wrist Rest | No | No | Integrated keyboard deck | No |
| Customization Software | None | Logitech G HUB | None | None |
| Onboard Memory | No | Yes | No | No |
| Profiles / Macros | No | Up to 2 lighting profiles and 3 macro profiles onboard | No | No |
| Special Features | Touch ID for Mac models with Apple silicon; automatic pairing | Ultra-thin design; dedicated LIGHTSPEED and Bluetooth buttons; volume roller | Large glass precision touchpad; Surface Slim Pen 2 storage and charging; protective cover | Automatic pairing with Mac; low-profile rechargeable design |
System Requirements
| Specification | Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022) | Logitech G G915 TKL Gaming Keyboard | Microsoft Surface Pro Signature Keyboard | Apple Magic Keyboard (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| macOS | macOS 15.1 or later on a Mac with Apple silicon | macOS 10.11 or later | No | Bluetooth-enabled Mac with OS X 10.11 or later |
| Other Operating Systems | iPadOS 18.1 or later; iOS 18.1 or later | Not specified | No | iOS devices with iOS 9.1 or later |
| Required Port / Connection | Bluetooth-capable device or USB-C port | USB-A port or Bluetooth | Compatible Surface Pro magnetic keyboard connector | Bluetooth-capable device or USB-A port for charging/pairing |
| Software | None | Logitech G HUB optional | None | None |
| Windows | Not specified | Windows 7 or later | Windows 10 or Windows 11 on compatible Surface Pro | Limited keyboard functionality |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022) | Logitech G G915 TKL Gaming Keyboard | Microsoft Surface Pro Signature Keyboard | Apple Magic Keyboard (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In the Box | Magic Keyboard with Touch ID, USB-C charge cable | G915 TKL keyboard, LIGHTSPEED USB receiver, receiver extender, Micro-USB cable, documentation | Surface Pro Signature Keyboard, safety and warranty documents; Slim Pen 2 only with selected bundle | Magic Keyboard, Lightning to USB cable |
Design
| Specification | Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022) | Logitech G G915 TKL Gaming Keyboard | Microsoft Surface Pro Signature Keyboard | Apple Magic Keyboard (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 278.9 × 114.9 × 10.9 mm | 368 × 150 × 22 mm | 289.1 × 226.1 × 4.89 mm | 279 × 114.9 × 10.9 mm |
| Weight | 243 g | 810 g | 281 g | 231 g |
Specs
Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022) specifications
General
| Brand | Apple |
|---|---|
| Model | Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (USB-C, MXCK3LL/A) |
| Announced | 2024 |
| Type | Wireless keyboard |
| Layout | Compact |
| Color | White and Silver |
| Material | Aluminum enclosure with plastic keycaps |
| Dimensions | 278.9 × 114.9 × 10.9 mm |
| Weight | 243 g |
Keys & Switches
| Switch Type | Scissor |
|---|---|
| Switches | Apple low-profile scissor mechanism |
| Switch Options | N/A |
| Actuation Force | Not specified |
| Actuation Point | Not specified |
| Total Travel | Not specified |
| Key Rollover | Not specified |
| Anti-Ghosting | Not specified |
| Dedicated Multimedia Keys | Yes — function row |
| Programmable Keys | No |
| Numeric Keypad | No |
Connectivity
| Connection Type | Wireless and wired |
|---|---|
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Wireless Receiver | N/A |
| Multi-Device Connection | No |
| Wireless Range | Not specified |
| Connector | USB-C |
| Cable | Detachable woven USB-C charge cable |
| Cable Length | 1 m |
Battery & Power
| Battery Type | Built-in rechargeable lithium battery |
|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | Not specified |
| Battery Life | About one month or more between charges |
| Charging Port | USB-C |
| Charging Time | Not specified |
| Power Switch | Yes |
| Battery Indicator | Yes — macOS battery status |
Lighting & Features
| Backlighting | None |
|---|---|
| Lighting Technology | N/A |
| Brightness Adjustment | N/A |
| Ambient Light Sensor | No |
| Proximity Sensor | No |
| Wrist Rest | No |
| Customization Software | None |
| Onboard Memory | No |
| Profiles / Macros | No |
| Special Features | Touch ID for Mac models with Apple silicon; automatic pairing |
System Requirements
| Windows | Limited keyboard functionality; Touch ID unavailable |
|---|---|
| macOS | macOS 15.1 or later on a Mac with Apple silicon |
| Other Operating Systems | iPadOS 18.1 or later; iOS 18.1 or later |
| Required Port / Connection | Bluetooth-capable device or USB-C port |
| Software | None |
What's in the Box
| In the Box | Magic Keyboard with Touch ID, USB-C charge cable |
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