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Apple Magic Keyboard 2021 vs Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover

Compare layout, connection, battery and typing feel.

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Apple Magic Keyboard (2021)

Apple Magic Keyboard (2021)

  • 231 g.
  • wired connection.
  • Connects to one device at a time.
  • 1 m cable for extra reach.
  • Battery: Built-in rechargeable lithium battery.
KSh 29,000In Stock
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Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover

Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover

  • Dedicated multimedia keys: full F1–F12 function row with Windows shortcut.
KSh 25,500In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Apple Magic Keyboard and Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover are closely matched on published specifications; they differ in type (wireless keyboard vs Detachable Surface keyboard cover with touchpad) and connection type (wireless and wired vs magnetic attachment through the six-pin Surface Type Cover).

This comparison is partial: only 5 of the 35 specifications are published for both products. The Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover does not list layout, material or Wireless Technology.

Connections

Apple Magic Keyboard
Bluetooth
Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover
Magnetic attachment through the six-pin Surface Type Cover

Type

Apple Magic Keyboard
Wireless keyboard
Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover
Detachable Surface keyboard cover

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple Magic Keyboard

  • Connection type: Wireless and wired.

Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover

  • Connection type: Magnetic attachment through the six-pin Surface Type Cover.

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3 priorities selected.
How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityApple Magic KeyboardMicrosoft Surface Pro Type Cover
ConnectionsBluetoothMagnetic attachment through the six-pin Surface Type Cover
TypeWireless keyboardDetachable Surface keyboard cover with touchpad
Dedicated multimedia keysYes, function rowFull F1–F12 function row with Windows shortcut, media and screen-brightness controls

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Keyboard (2021)Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover
BrandAppleMicrosoft
ModelMagic Keyboard (MLA22LL/A)Surface Pro Type Cover
Announced2015—
TypeWireless keyboardDetachable Surface keyboard cover with touchpad
LayoutCompact—
ColorWhite and Silver—
MaterialAluminum enclosure with plastic keycaps—

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Keyboard (2021)Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover
Dimensions279 × 114.9 × 10.9 mm—
Weight231 g—

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Keyboard (2021)Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover
Connection TypeWireless and wiredMagnetic attachment through the six-pin Surface Type Cover connector
Wireless TechnologyBluetooth—
BluetoothBluetooth—
Wireless ReceiverNot applicable—
Multi-Device ConnectionNo—
ConnectorLightning—
CableDetachable Lightning to USB-A cable—
Cable Length1 m—

Keys & Switches

Keys & Switches specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Keyboard (2021)Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover
Switch TypeScissor—
SwitchesApple low-profile scissor mechanism—
Switch OptionsNot applicable—
Dedicated Multimedia KeysYes — function rowFull F1–F12 function row with Windows shortcut, media and screen-brightness controls
Programmable KeysNo—
Numeric KeypadNo—

Battery & Power

Battery & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Keyboard (2021)Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover
Battery TypeBuilt-in rechargeable lithium battery—
Battery LifeAbout one month or more between charges—
Charging PortLightning—
Power SwitchYes—
Battery IndicatorYes — macOS battery status—

Lighting & Features

Lighting & Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Keyboard (2021)Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover
BacklightingNone—
Lighting TechnologyNot applicable—
Brightness Adjustment——
Ambient Light SensorNo—
Proximity SensorNo—
Wrist RestNo—
Customization SoftwareNone—
Onboard MemoryNo—
Profiles / MacrosNo—
Special FeaturesAutomatic pairing with Mac; low-profile rechargeable designTwo-button touchpad with touch gestures; closing the cover protects the touchscreen; keyboard presses are ignored when folded behind the screen

System Requirements

System Requirements specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Keyboard (2021)Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover
WindowsLimited keyboard functionality—
macOSBluetooth-enabled Mac with OS X 10.11 or later—
Other Operating SystemsiOS devices with iOS 9.1 or laterCompatible with Surface Pro 3, 4, 5th generation, 6, 7 and 7+; incompatible with Surface Pro X, Surface Pro 8 and later
Required Port / ConnectionBluetooth-capable device or USB-A port for charging/pairing—
SoftwareNone—

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Keyboard (2021)Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover
In the BoxMagic Keyboard, Lightning to USB cable—

In summary

Apple Magic and Microsoft Surface Pro Type are closely matched on the features compared here.

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