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Logitech K480 vs Logitech K580

Compare layout, connection, battery and typing feel.

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Logitech K480

Logitech K480

  • 820 g.
  • Bluetooth 3.0 connection.
  • Battery: 2 × AAA batteries.
  • No companion app.
  • Power switch.
KSh 8,500Out of Stock
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Logitech K580

Logitech K580

  • 558 g.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection.
  • Battery: 2 × AAA batteries.
  • No companion app.
  • Power switch.
KSh 6,500Out of Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Logitech K580 if you want a numeric keypad, a lighter build (558 g) and a newer model (2019). Choose the Logitech K480 if you prefer membrane.

Weight

Logitech K480
820 g
Logitech K580
558 g

Connections

Logitech K480
Bluetooth connection
Logitech K580
2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection

Software

Logitech K480
None
Logitech K580
Logitech Options optional

Numeric keypad

Logitech K480
No
Logitech K580
Yes

Layout

Logitech K480
Compact 75%
Logitech K580
Full-size compact

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Logitech K480

  • Switch type: Membrane.

Logitech K580

  • Numeric keypad.
  • Lighter: 558 g (vs 820 g).
  • Newer model: released in 2019 (vs 2014).
  • Also in the box: unifying receiver.
  • Switch type: Scissor.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityLogitech K480Logitech K580
ConnectionsBluetooth 3.0Bluetooth Low Energy
Battery lifeUp to 24 months of battery lifeUp to 24 months of battery life
Weight820 g558 g
Battery capacityBattery: 2 × AAA batteriesBattery: 2 × AAA batteries
SoftwareNoneLogitech Options optional
Numeric keypadNoYes

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech K480Logitech K580
BrandLogitechLogitech
ModelK480 Bluetooth Multi-Device KeyboardK580 Slim Multi-Device
Announced20142019
TypeWireless multi-device keyboardWireless slim multi-device keyboard
LayoutCompact 75%Full-size compact
ColorBlack; WhiteGraphite; Off-white; Rose
MaterialPlasticPlastic

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech K480Logitech K580
Dimensions299 × 195 × 20 mm373.5 × 143.9 × 21.3 mm
Weight820 g with batteries558 g with batteries

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech K480Logitech K580
Connection TypeWirelessWireless
Wireless TechnologyBluetooth ClassicBluetooth Low Energy; Logitech Unifying 2.4GHz
BluetoothBluetooth 3.0Bluetooth Low Energy
Wireless ReceiverNot applicableLogitech Unifying USB-A receiver
Multi-Device ConnectionYes — up to 3 devicesYes — up to 2 devices
Wireless RangeUp to 10 mUp to 10 m
Connector—Not applicable
Cable——
Cable Length——

Keys & Switches

Keys & Switches specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech K480Logitech K580
Switch TypeMembraneScissor
SwitchesLow-profile keysLow-profile laptop-style keys
Switch OptionsNot applicableNot applicable
Dedicated Multimedia KeysYes — shortcut rowYes — shortcut row
Programmable KeysNoNo
Numeric KeypadNoYes

Battery & Power

Battery & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech K480Logitech K580
Battery Type2 × AAA batteries2 × AAA batteries
Battery CapacityNot applicableNot applicable
Battery LifeUp to 24 monthsUp to 24 months
Charging Port——
Charging Time——
Power SwitchYesYes
Battery IndicatorYesYes

Lighting & Features

Lighting & Features specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech K480Logitech K580
BacklightingNoneNone
Lighting TechnologyNot applicableNot applicable
Brightness Adjustment——
Ambient Light SensorNoNo
Proximity SensorNoNo
Wrist RestNoNo
Customization SoftwareNoneNone
Onboard MemoryNoNo
Profiles / MacrosNoNo
Special FeaturesEasy-Switch dial; integrated phone and tablet cradle; multi-OS keysIntegrated phone cradle; Easy-Switch; OS-adaptive shortcuts

System Requirements

System Requirements specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech K480Logitech K580
WindowsWindows 10 or laterWindows 10 or later
macOSmacOS 10.14 or latermacOS 10.15 or later
Other Operating SystemsChromeOS; Android 7 or later; iOS 11 or later; iPadOSChromeOS; Android; iOS; iPadOS
Required Port / ConnectionBluetoothBluetooth or USB-A port
SoftwareNoneLogitech Options optional

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech K480Logitech K580
In the BoxK480 keyboard, 2 AAA batteries, documentationK580 keyboard, Unifying receiver, 2 AAA batteries, documentation

Similarities

  • Both connect to two devices at once.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both have a range of up to 10 m.
  • Both run on 2 AAA batteries.
  • Both have a power switch.
  • Same connection type: wireless.

In summary

Choose K580 for a number pad and a lighter build.

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