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Logitech MK850 vs Logitech MX Keys for Business

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 MX Keys for Business

Logitech MX Keys for Business

  • 810 g.
  • Bluetooth connection.
  • Battery: Rechargeable Li-Po.
  • Charging port: USB-C.
  • Ambient light sensor.
KSh 19,500In Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Logitech MK850 if you want a lighter build (733 g) and a lower price (KSh 2,500 less). Choose the Logitech MX Keys for Business if you prefer wireless productivity keyboard and Logi Bolt USB receiver or Bluetooth Low Energy.

This comparison is partial: only 9 of the 19 specifications are published for both products. The Logitech MK850 does not list Bluetooth, Wireless Receiver or Multi-Device Connection.

Weight

Logitech MK850
733 g
Logitech MX Keys for Business
810 g

Connections

Logitech MK850
2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection
Logitech MX Keys for Business
Bluetooth connection

Battery life

Logitech MK850
Up to 36 months of battery life
Logitech MX Keys for Business
1,500 mAh battery

Type

Logitech MK850
Keyboard and mouse combo
Logitech MX Keys for Business
Wireless productivity keyboard

Layout

Logitech MK850
English US (QWERTY)
Logitech MX Keys for Business
English US International, full-size with numeric keypad

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Logitech MK850

  • Lighter: 733 g (vs 810 g).
  • Lower price: KSh 17,000 (vs KSh 19,500).
  • Also in the box: wireless keyboard, wireless mouse, AAA in keyboard and AA battery in mouse.
  • Connection type: Bluetooth Smart or 2.4 GHz Unifying USB receiver.

Logitech MX Keys for Business

  • Connection type: Logi Bolt USB receiver or Bluetooth Low Energy.
  • Backlit keyboard.
  • Connects to two devices at once.

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PriorityLogitech MK850Logitech MX Keys for Business
ConnectionsBluetooth Smart or 2.4 GHz Unifying USB receiverLogi Bolt USB receiver or Bluetooth Low Energy
Battery lifeUp to 36 months of battery life1,500 mAh battery
Weight733 g810 g
TypeKeyboard and mouse comboWireless productivity keyboard
LayoutEnglish US (QWERTY)English US International, full-size with numeric keypad

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MK850Logitech MX Keys for Business
BrandLogitechLogitech
ModelMK850 Performance (920-008226)MX Keys for Business — US International (920-010251)
TypeKeyboard and mouse comboWireless productivity keyboard
LayoutEnglish US (QWERTY)English US International; full-size with numeric keypad
ColorBlackGraphite

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MK850Logitech MX Keys for Business
Dimensions210 mm × 430 mm × 25 mm131.6 mm × 430.2 mm × 20.5 mm
Weight733 g810 g

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MK850Logitech MX Keys for Business
Connection TypeBluetooth Smart or 2.4 GHz Unifying USB receiverLogi Bolt USB receiver or Bluetooth Low Energy
Wireless Range10 metersUp to 10 m
Bluetooth—Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0+
Wireless Receiver—Logi Bolt USB-A receiver included
Multi-Device Connection—Easy-Switch for three devices

Keys & Switches

Keys & Switches specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MK850Logitech MX Keys for Business
Numeric KeypadYesYes

Battery & Power

Battery & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MK850Logitech MX Keys for Business
Battery LifeUp to 36 months keyboard; up to 18 months mouseUp to 10 days with backlighting; up to five months without backlighting
Battery Type—Rechargeable Li-Po
Battery Capacity—1,500 mAh
Charging Port—USB-C

Lighting & Features

Lighting & Features specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MK850Logitech MX Keys for Business
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: 8Spherically dished Perfect Stroke keys; Logitech Flow with a compatible mouse and Logi Options+
Backlighting—Smart backlighting
Ambient Light Sensor—Yes
Proximity Sensor—Yes
Customization Software—Logi Options+ on Windows and macOS

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech MK850Logitech MX Keys for Business
In the BoxWireless keyboard; Wireless mouse; Unifying receiver; 2 AAA in keyboard, 1 AA battery in mouse (pre-installed); User documentationMX Keys for Business Keyboard; Logi Bolt USB receiver (USB Type A); USB-C charging cable (USB-A to USB-C); User documentation

Similarities

  • Both connect with a USB receiver.
  • Both have a numeric keypad.
  • Both are made by Logitech.
  • Both support numeric keypad.

In summary

Choose MK850 for a lighter build.

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