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Logitech MX Keys Plus vs Logitech G512

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Logitech MX Keys Plus

Logitech MX Keys Plus

  • 810 g.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection.
  • Battery: Rechargeable Li-Po battery.
  • Logitech Options optional.
  • Charging port: USB-C.
KSh 19,000Out of Stock
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Logitech G512

Logitech G512

  • 1,130 g.
  • wired connection.
  • Battery: USB powered.
  • Customization software: Logitech G HUB.
  • Numeric keypad.
KSh 14,900In Stock
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Logitech MX Keys Mini for MacKSh 16,500
Logitech MX Mechanical MiniKSh 24,000
Logitech MX Keys for BusinessKSh 19,500
Logitech MX Keys SKSh 19,500
Logitech POP KeysKSh 17,000
Logitech MK850KSh 17,000
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Logitech MX Keys Plus if you want Bluetooth Low Energy and a lighter build (810 g). Choose the Logitech G512 if you prefer USB powered and a G512 gaming mechanical keyboard in the box.

Weight

Logitech MX Keys Plus
810 g
Logitech G512
1.13 kg

Connections

Logitech MX Keys Plus
USB-C connections
Logitech G512
USB-A connections

Battery capacity

Logitech MX Keys Plus
Rechargeable Li-Po battery
Logitech G512
USB powered

Customization software

Logitech MX Keys Plus
Logitech Options
Logitech G512
Logitech G HUB

Type

Logitech MX Keys Plus
Wireless illuminated keyboard
Logitech G512
Gaming keyboard

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Logitech MX Keys Plus

  • Bluetooth Low Energy.
  • Lighter: 810 g (vs 1.13 kg).
  • Power: Rechargeable Li-Po battery.
  • Also in the box: Unifying USB receiver and palm rest.
  • Connects to two devices at once.

Logitech G512

  • Power: USB powered.
  • Also in the box: G512 gaming mechanical keyboard.
  • Backlit keyboard.

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PriorityLogitech MX Keys PlusLogitech G512
ConnectionsBluetooth Low EnergyWired USB 2.0
Battery lifeUp to 5 months of battery lifeUSB powered
Weight810 g1.13 kg
Battery capacity1,500 mAh batteryBattery: USB powered
Customization softwareLogitech OptionsLogitech G HUB
TypeWireless illuminated keyboardGaming keyboard

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MX Keys PlusLogitech G512
BrandLogitechLogitech
ModelMX Keys PlusG512 GX Blue (920-008946)
Announced2019—
TypeWireless illuminated keyboardGaming keyboard
LayoutFull-sizeEnglish International (QWERTY)
ColorGraphiteCarbon
MaterialAluminum top plate with plastic base—

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MX Keys PlusLogitech G512
Dimensions430.2 × 131.63 × 20.5 mm34.3 mm × 132 mm × 445 mm
Weight810 g1130 g

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MX Keys PlusLogitech G512
Connection TypeWirelessWired USB 2.0
Wireless TechnologyBluetooth Low Energy; Logitech Unifying 2.4GHz—
BluetoothBluetooth Low EnergyNo
Wireless ReceiverLogitech Unifying USB-A receiver—
Multi-Device ConnectionYes — up to 3 devices—
Wireless RangeUp to 10 m—
ConnectorUSB-CUSB-A
CableUSB-C charging cable—

Keys & Switches

Keys & Switches specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MX Keys PlusLogitech G512
Switch TypeScissorGX Blue clicky mechanical
SwitchesPerfect Stroke spherically dished keysGX Blue
Switch OptionsNot applicable—
Dedicated Multimedia KeysYes—
Programmable KeysYes — customizable function keys—
Numeric KeypadYesYes
Actuation Force—50 g
Actuation Point—1.9 mm
Total Travel—4 mm

Battery & Power

Battery & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MX Keys PlusLogitech G512
Battery TypeRechargeable Li-Po batteryUSB powered
Battery Capacity1,500 mAh—
Battery LifeUp to 10 days with backlighting; up to 5 months withoutUSB powered
Charging PortUSB-C—
Power SwitchYes—
Battery IndicatorYes2 (up to 1080p)

Lighting & Features

Lighting & Features specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MX Keys PlusLogitech G512
BacklightingWhitePer-key RGB
Lighting TechnologySmart illumination—
Brightness AdjustmentYes—
Ambient Light SensorYes—
Proximity SensorYes — hand proximity sensor—
Wrist RestIncluded palm rest—
Customization SoftwareLogitech OptionsLogitech G HUB
Onboard MemoryNo—
Profiles / MacrosPer-app shortcut customization—
Special FeaturesEasy-Switch; Logitech Flow; auto-adjusting illuminationGX Blue clicky mechanical switches; Per-key LIGHTSYNC RGB lighting

System Requirements

System Requirements specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MX Keys PlusLogitech G512
WindowsWindows 7 or laterWindows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 oder Windows 7
macOSmacOS 10.11 or later—
Other Operating SystemsLinux—
Required Port / ConnectionBluetooth Low Energy or available USB-A port—
SoftwareLogitech Options optional—

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MX Keys PlusLogitech G512
In the BoxMX Keys keyboard, Unifying USB receiver, USB-C charging cable, palm rest, documentationG512 gaming mechanical keyboard; User documentation

Similarities

  • Both have a numeric keypad.
  • Both are made by Logitech.
  • Both support numeric keypad.

In summary

Choose MX Keys Plus for a Bluetooth connection and a lighter build.

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