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Logitech MK850 vs Logitech G512

Compare layout, connection, battery and typing feel.

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Logitech MK850

Logitech MK850

  • 733 g.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection.
  • Up to 36 months of battery life.
  • Numeric keypad.
KSh 17,000In 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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Our quick verdict

Choose the Logitech MK850 if you want a lighter build (733 g). Choose the Logitech G512 if you want a lower price (KSh 2,100 less).

This comparison is partial: only 8 of the 21 specifications are published for both products. The Logitech MK850 does not list Bluetooth, connector or Switch Type; the Logitech G512 does not list Wireless Range.

Weight

Logitech MK850
733 g
Logitech G512
1.13 kg

Connections

Logitech MK850
2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection
Logitech G512
Wired connection

Battery life

Logitech MK850
Up to 36 months of battery life
Logitech G512
USB powered

Type

Logitech MK850
Keyboard and mouse combo
Logitech G512
Gaming keyboard

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Logitech MK850

  • Lighter: 733 g (vs 1.13 kg).
  • Also in the box: wireless mouse, unifying receiver and AA battery in mouse.
  • Connection type: Bluetooth Smart or 2.4 GHz Unifying USB receiver.

Logitech G512

  • Lower price: KSh 14,900 (vs KSh 17,000).
  • Connection type: Wired USB 2.0.
  • Backlit keyboard.

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PriorityLogitech MK850Logitech G512
ConnectionsBluetooth Smart or 2.4 GHz Unifying USB receiverWired USB 2.0
Battery lifeUp to 36 months of battery lifeUSB powered
Weight733 g1.13 kg
TypeKeyboard and mouse comboGaming keyboard

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MK850Logitech G512
BrandLogitechLogitech
ModelMK850 Performance (920-008226)G512 GX Blue (920-008946)
TypeKeyboard and mouse comboGaming keyboard
LayoutEnglish US (QWERTY)English International (QWERTY)
ColorBlackCarbon

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MK850Logitech G512
Dimensions210 mm × 430 mm × 25 mm34.3 mm × 132 mm × 445 mm
Weight733 g1130 g

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MK850Logitech G512
Connection TypeBluetooth Smart or 2.4 GHz Unifying USB receiverWired USB 2.0
Wireless Range10 meters—
Bluetooth—No
Connector—USB-A

Keys & Switches

Keys & Switches specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MK850Logitech G512
Numeric KeypadYesYes
Switch Type—GX Blue clicky mechanical
Switches—GX Blue
Actuation Force—50 g
Actuation Point—1.9 mm
Total Travel—4 mm

Battery & Power

Battery & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MK850Logitech G512
Battery LifeUp to 36 months keyboard; up to 18 months mouseUSB powered
Battery Type—USB powered
Battery Indicator—2 (up to 1080p)

Lighting & Features

Lighting & Features specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MK850Logitech G512
Special FeaturesUp to three devices with Easy-Switch; Eight-button mouse with hyper-fast scrolling Included mouse: Dimensions: 115 mm × 74 mm × 45 mm Weight: 135 g Connection Type: Bluetooth Smart and 2.4GHz wireless connection Wireless range: 10 meters Battery Details: 1 x AA Battery: 18 months Sensor technology: Logitech Advanced Optical Tracking Sensor resolution: 1000 DPI Scroll Wheel: Hyper-fast Number of Buttons: 8GX Blue clicky mechanical switches; Per-key LIGHTSYNC RGB lighting
Backlighting—Per-key RGB
Customization Software—Logitech G HUB

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MK850Logitech G512
In the BoxWireless keyboard; Wireless mouse; Unifying receiver; 2 AAA in keyboard, 1 AA battery in mouse (pre-installed); User documentationG512 gaming mechanical keyboard; User documentation

System Requirements

System Requirements specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MK850Logitech G512
Windows—Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 oder Windows 7

Similarities

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

In summary

Choose MK850 for a lighter build; G512 is the cheaper choice if you do not need a lighter build.

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