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Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover vs Logitech MX Mechanical Mini

Compare layout, connection, battery and typing feel.

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Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover

Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover

  • Dedicated multimedia keys: full F1–F12 function row with Windows shortcut.
KSh 25,500In Stock
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Logitech MX Mechanical Mini

Logitech MX Mechanical Mini

  • 612 g.
  • Bluetooth connection.
  • Battery: Rechargeable Li-Po 1,500 mAh.
  • Charging port: USB-C.
  • Up to three devices with Easy-Switch.
KSh 24,000In Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Logitech MX Mechanical Mini if you want a lower price (KSh 1,500 less). Choose the Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover if you prefer Detachable Surface keyboard cover with touchpad and magnetic attachment through the six-pin Surface Type Cover.

This comparison is partial: only 2 of the 18 specifications are published for both products. The Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover does not list layout, Wireless Receiver or Multi-Device Connection; the Logitech MX Mechanical Mini does not list Dedicated Multimedia Keys, Special Features or Other Operating Systems.

Connections

Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover
Magnetic attachment through the six-pin Surface Type Cover
Logitech MX Mechanical Mini
Bluetooth Low Energy or Logi Bolt USB receiver

Type

Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover
Detachable Surface keyboard cover
Logitech MX Mechanical Mini
Computer keyboard

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover

  • Connection type: Magnetic attachment through the six-pin Surface Type Cover.

Logitech MX Mechanical Mini

  • Lower price: KSh 24,000 (vs KSh 25,500).
  • Connection type: Bluetooth Low Energy or Logi Bolt USB receiver.
  • Backlit keyboard.
  • Connects to two devices at once.

What matters most to you?

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2 priorities selected.
How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityMicrosoft Surface Pro Type CoverLogitech MX Mechanical Mini
ConnectionsMagnetic attachment through the six-pin Surface Type CoverBluetooth Low Energy or Logi Bolt USB receiver
TypeDetachable Surface keyboard cover with touchpadComputer keyboard

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationMicrosoft Surface Pro Type CoverLogitech MX Mechanical Mini
BrandMicrosoftLogitech
ModelSurface Pro Type CoverMX Mechanical Mini (920-010780)
TypeDetachable Surface keyboard cover with touchpadComputer keyboard
Layout—English International (QWERTY)
Color—Graphite

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationMicrosoft Surface Pro Type CoverLogitech MX Mechanical Mini
Dimensions—26.1 × 312.6 × 131.55 mm
Weight—612 g

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationMicrosoft Surface Pro Type CoverLogitech MX Mechanical Mini
Connection TypeMagnetic attachment through the six-pin Surface Type Cover connectorBluetooth Low Energy or Logi Bolt USB receiver
Wireless Receiver—Logi Bolt receiver included
Multi-Device Connection—Up to three devices with Easy-Switch

Keys & Switches

Keys & Switches specifications comparison
SpecificationMicrosoft Surface Pro Type CoverLogitech MX Mechanical Mini
Dedicated Multimedia KeysFull F1–F12 function row with Windows shortcut, media and screen-brightness controls—
Switch Type—Tactile Quiet low-profile mechanical

Lighting & Features

Lighting & Features specifications comparison
SpecificationMicrosoft Surface Pro Type CoverLogitech MX Mechanical Mini
Special FeaturesTwo-button touchpad with touch gestures; closing the cover protects the touchscreen; keyboard presses are ignored when folded behind the screen—
Backlighting—Smart backlighting with proximity and ambient light sensors
Customization Software—Supported by Logi Options+ on Windows and macOS

System Requirements

System Requirements specifications comparison
SpecificationMicrosoft Surface Pro Type CoverLogitech MX Mechanical Mini
Other Operating SystemsCompatible with Surface Pro 3, 4, 5th generation, 6, 7 and 7+; incompatible with Surface Pro X, Surface Pro 8 and later—
Windows—Windows® 10, 11 or later
macOS—macOS 10.15 or later

Battery & Power

Battery & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationMicrosoft Surface Pro Type CoverLogitech MX Mechanical Mini
Battery Type—Rechargeable Li-Po 1,500 mAh
Battery Life—Up to 15 days with backlight; up to ten months without backlight
Charging Port—USB-C

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationMicrosoft Surface Pro Type CoverLogitech MX Mechanical Mini
In the Box—Keyboard; Logi Bolt receiver; USB-C charging cable (USB-A to USB-C); User documentation

In summary

Logitech MX Mechanical Mini is the lower-priced option; neither stands out on the other features compared here.

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