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Iqunix Magi96 Pro and Magi65 Pro Keyboard Review: Kailh Gold Red Switches
This review takes a look at the Magi96 Pro and Magi65 Pro keyboards provided by Iqunix. The reviewer expresses a personal preference for low-profile keyboards, but evaluates these keyboards at the request of viewers. The review analyzes the keyboards' design, features, keycaps, switches, and sound, and explains their pros and cons.
1. ⌨️ Introduction and First Impressions of Iqunix Magi65 Pro and Magi96 Pro Keyboards
- ✅ Review of the Magi65 Pro (65% layout) and Magi96 Pro (96% layout) keyboards provided by Iqunix.
- ⚠️ The reviewer personally prefers larger form factors and favors the 96% layout model more.
- ⚠️ It is pointed out that the 96% layout has keys that are too densely packed compared to a full-size keyboard, which reduces usability.
00:10 - 01:21
1. ⌨️ Introduction and First Impressions of Iqunix Magi65 Pro and Magi96 Pro Keyboards
- ✅ Review of the Magi65 Pro (65% layout) and Magi96 Pro (96% layout) keyboards provided by Iqunix.
- ⚠️ The reviewer personally prefers larger form factors and favors the 96% layout model more.
- ⚠️ It is pointed out that the 96% layout has keys that are too densely packed compared to a full-size keyboard, which reduces usability.
01:22 - 02:45
2. 🤔 Critical View of 96% Layout Design and Personal Opinions on Low-Profile Keyboards
- ❌ The reviewer suggests that it would be more user-friendly to move the volume roller and media controls to the left and use a standard full-size layout in the 96% layout.
- 🤔 While low-profile keyboards emphasize portability, it is mentioned that the Magi96 Pro weighs over 1.3kg, which is not very portable.
- 🍎 It is argued that the popularity of low-profile keyboards stems from Apple aluminum keyboards, expressing dissatisfaction with the quality and price of Apple keyboards.
- ✅ Low-profile switches provide a different feel than high-profile switches.
03:36 - 05:29
3. ⚙️ Distinctive Features of the Magi96 Pro and Difficulties in VIA Software Configuration
- ✅ The Magi96 Pro includes additional features such as a volume roller and media keys, which are rare in low-profile keyboards.
- ⚠️ Points out the issue that the icons on the media keys do not match the actual functions. Information discrepancies occur between the manual, diagnostic tools, and VIA software.
- ❌ Although compatible with VIA software, it is criticized that the initial setup is complex and the explanation is insufficient, resulting in a poor user experience.
05:30 - 06:28
4. 🔩 Wireless Dongle Storage Location and Analysis of Keycap Material
- ✅ The wireless dongle is stored in a separate space, not on the bottom of the keyboard, and is covered with a magnetically fixed plate.
- ✅ The keycaps are reverse dye-sub, and the optionally provided ESC keycaps are made of metal or metal paint.
- 🧪 It is claimed that the keycap material is high-purity PBT, but the reviewer is skeptical due to the lack of specific information about the purity and conducts an acetone test. The test confirms that it is PBT material as it does not dissolve in acetone.
07:06 - 08:40
5. 💡 Keycap Design, Backlight Effects, and Switch Characteristics
- ✅ The slope on the side of the keycaps helps maintain adequate spacing between keycaps, reducing the possibility of typos.
- 💡 Despite the legends on the keycaps not being transparent, the backlight is clearly visible, and the RGB effect is evaluated as smooth and high-quality.
- ⚙️ The switches used are Kailh Gold Red switches, with an actuation force of 40g and a travel distance of 2.8mm.
- 🔇 A large amount of foam and poron is used inside the keyboard, giving the sound a very muffled feel.
08:41 - 09:10
6. 💰 Price and Overall Evaluation
- 💰 The smaller model is priced at $140 and the larger model at $180, which is considered a reasonable price considering it is made of CNC aluminum.
- ✅ Concludes the review by mentioning that it is physically well-made but there is room for improvement.