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Logitech K400 Plus
Logitech K480
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ConnectivityWireless
SizeTenKeyLess (80%)
Switch TypeRubber Dome
ConnectivityWireless
SizeCompact (65%)
MechanicalNo
Our Verdict
Logitech K400 Plus
Logitech K480
The Logitech K480 is better than the Logitech K400 Plus for mobile devices thanks to its Bluetooth support and its cradle for phones and tablets. However, the K400 Plus is better for office uses due to its better ergonomics and typing quality, and its better suited for home theater setups thanks to its built-in trackpad.
Variants
- K400 Plus (Black)
- K400 Plus (White)
- K480 (Black)
- K480 (White)
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Gaming
Threshold
Gaming
6.0
6.2
Operating Force
65 gf
57 gf
Build Quality
6.0
7.0
Configuration Software
Computer Compatibility
10
7.9
Windows
Fully Compatible
Partial
Full Comparison
Design
Dimensions
Top Picture
Size
TenKeyLess (80%)
Compact (65%)
Height
0.9" (2.2 cm)
0.8" (2.0 cm)
Width
14.0" (35.5 cm)
11.8" (30.0 cm)
Depth
5.5" (13.9 cm)
7.7" (19.6 cm)
Depth With Wrist Rest
N/A
N/A
Weight
0.88 lbs (0.400 kg)
1.76 lbs (0.800 kg)
Build Quality
6.0
7.0
Build Quality Close Up
Keycap Material
ABS
ABS
Ergonomics
7.0
6.0
Side Picture
Curved/Angled
No
Straight
Split Keyboard
No
Key Alignment
Staggered
Minimum Incline
3°
0°
Medium Incline
N/A
N/A
Maximum Incline
N/A
N/A
Home Row Height
17.9 mm (0.7")
Wrist Rest
No
Hardware Customizability
0.0
Customizability Overview
Replaceable Cherry Stabilizers
No
Stabilizer Fixation
Non-Customizable Design
Spacebar Stabilizer Size
Non-Customizable Design
Size Of Right Mod Keys
Non-Standard
Hot-Swappable Switches
No
Switch Stem Shape
Non-Customizable Design
Switch PCB Socket
Non-Customizable Design
North-Facing Cherry MX Interference
Non-Customizable Design
Backlight Features
0.0
0.0
Backlighting Picture
Brightness Max
Backlighting
No
No
Brightness Min
White Shot
RGB
No
Per-Key Backlighting
No
No
Effects
No
No
Software Controllable
No
No
Color
No Backlighting
Color Mixing
No Backlighting
Backlight Clarity
0.0
White Shot
Cable & Connector
Connectivity
Wireless
Wireless
Detachable
No
No
Length
N/A
N/A
Connector (Keyboard side)
No Cable
No Cable
Wireless Versatility
0.9
9.8
Bluetooth
No
Yes
Bluetooth Multi-Device Pairing
No
3
Proprietary Receiver
Yes
No
Battery Type
2x AA
2x AAA
Macro Keys And Programming
0.0
Dedicated Macro Keys Count
0
Onboard Macro Programming
No
Macro Programming With Software
No
Extra Features
Extra Features
Media Keys
Non-Dedicated
Hot Keys
Trackpad / Trackball
Yes
No
Scroll Wheel
No
No
Control Knob
No
USB Passthrough
No
No
Numpad
No
No
Windows Key Lock
No
No
Lock Indicator
No Indicator
No Indicator
Macro Programmable Keys
No
In The Box
Bundle Picture
Typing Experience
Switches
Wobble Video
Switch Name
No Marketed Name
Rubber Dome
Switch Type
Rubber Dome
Feel
Tactile
Tactile
Keystrokes
Key Switch Actuation Graph
Key Switches
No Marketed Name
Rubber Dome
Mechanical
No
Feel
Tactile
Tactile
Operating Force
65 gf
57 gf
Actuation Force
41 gf
36 gf
Pre-Travel
2.0 mm
2.0 mm
Total Travel
2.9 mm
2.7 mm
Typing Quality
6.5
6.0
Typing Noise
9.3
9.0
Typing Sample
Average Loudness
42.7 dBA
High Pitch Clicks
No
Noise
Quiet
Latency
6.9
6.9
Latency Video
Latency Wired
N/A
N/A
Latency Receiver
16.7 ms
N/A
Latency Bluetooth
N/A
16.2 ms
Software and Operating System
Configuration Software
Software Picture
Software Tour
Software Name
Logitech Options
Logitech Options
Software Windows Compatible
Yes
Yes
Software macOS Compatible
Yes
Yes
Onboard Memory
No
No
Profiles
No Profile
6+
Account Required
No
Cloud Sync
Yes
Macro Programming
No
Ease Of Use
Easy
Computer Compatibility
10
7.9
Windows
Fully Compatible
Partial
macOS
Fully Compatible
Partial
Linux (Ubuntu 22)
Fully Compatible
Partial
Media Key Compatibility
Windows, MacOS & Linux
Android
Not Compatible
Partial
iOS
Not Compatible
Partial
iPadOS
Not Compatible
Partial
Wireless Mobile Compatibility
0.0
Android
Not Compatible
Partial
iOS
Not Compatible
Partial
iPadOS
Not Compatible
Partial
Media Key Compatibility
Not Compatible
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