Weight
- Apple Magic Keyboard
- 231 g
- Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID
- 243 g
Keyboard comparison
Compare layout, connection, battery and typing feel.
01Selected ![]() Apple Magic Keyboard (2021)
KSh 29,000In Stock | 02 ![]() Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022)
KSh 35,500In Stock |
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Choose the Apple Magic Keyboard if you want a lighter build (231 g). Choose the Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID if you want a newer model (2024).
The main differences to help you choose.
| Priority | Apple Magic Keyboard | Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID |
|---|---|---|
| Connections | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Battery life | About one month or more between charges | About one month or more between charges |
| Weight | 231 g | 243 g |
| Two devices | Connects to one device at a time | Connects to one device at a time |
| Cable length | 1 m cable for extra reach | 1 m cable for extra reach |
| Battery capacity | Battery: Built-in rechargeable lithium battery | Battery: Built-in rechargeable lithium battery |
| Charging port | Lightning | USB-C |
| Cable | Detachable Lightning to USB-A cable | Detachable woven USB-C charge cable |
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| Specification | Apple Magic Keyboard (2021) | Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Apple | Apple |
| Model | Magic Keyboard (MLA22LL/A) | Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (USB-C, MXCK3LL/A) |
| Announced | 2015 | 2024 |
| Type | Wireless keyboard | Wireless keyboard |
| Layout | Compact | Compact |
| Color | White and Silver | White and Silver |
| Material | Aluminum enclosure with plastic keycaps | Aluminum enclosure with plastic keycaps |
| Specification | Apple Magic Keyboard (2021) | Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 279 × 114.9 × 10.9 mm | 278.9 × 114.9 × 10.9 mm |
| Weight | 231 g | 243 g |
| Specification | Apple Magic Keyboard (2021) | Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Connection Type | Wireless and wired | Wireless and wired |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Wireless Receiver | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Multi-Device Connection | No | No |
| Connector | Lightning | USB-C |
| Cable | Detachable Lightning to USB-A cable | Detachable woven USB-C charge cable |
| Cable Length | 1 m | 1 m |
| Specification | Apple Magic Keyboard (2021) | Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Switch Type | Scissor | Scissor |
| Switches | Apple low-profile scissor mechanism | Apple low-profile scissor mechanism |
| Switch Options | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Dedicated Multimedia Keys | Yes — function row | Yes — function row |
| Programmable Keys | No | No |
| Numeric Keypad | No | No |
| Specification | Apple Magic Keyboard (2021) | Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Built-in rechargeable lithium battery | Built-in rechargeable lithium battery |
| Battery Life | About one month or more between charges | About one month or more between charges |
| Charging Port | Lightning | USB-C |
| Power Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Indicator | Yes — macOS battery status | Yes — macOS battery status |
| Specification | Apple Magic Keyboard (2021) | Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Backlighting | None | None |
| Lighting Technology | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Brightness Adjustment | — | — |
| Ambient Light Sensor | No | No |
| Proximity Sensor | No | No |
| Wrist Rest | No | No |
| Customization Software | None | None |
| Onboard Memory | No | No |
| Profiles / Macros | No | No |
| Special Features | Automatic pairing with Mac; low-profile rechargeable design | Touch ID for Mac models with Apple silicon; automatic pairing |
| Specification | Apple Magic Keyboard (2021) | Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Windows | Limited keyboard functionality | — |
| macOS | Bluetooth-enabled Mac with OS X 10.11 or later | macOS 15.1 or later on a Mac with Apple silicon |
| Other Operating Systems | iOS devices with iOS 9.1 or later | iPadOS 18.1 or later; iOS 18.1 or later |
| Required Port / Connection | Bluetooth-capable device or USB-A port for charging/pairing | Bluetooth-capable device or USB-C port |
| Software | None | None |
| Specification | Apple Magic Keyboard (2021) | Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| In the Box | Magic Keyboard, Lightning to USB cable | Magic Keyboard with Touch ID, USB-C charge cable |
These products have the same published specifications.
Choose Apple Magic for a lighter build.
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