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ZAGG Pro Keys
Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad 2021
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ConnectivityWireless
Size
Compact (75%)
Switch Type
Scissor
N-Key Rollover (NKRO)
No
Hot-Swappable Switches
No
ConnectivityWired
Size
Compact (65%)
Switch Type
Scissor
N-Key Rollover (NKRO)
No
Hot-Swappable Switches
No
Our Verdict
ZAGG Pro Keys
Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad 2021
The Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad 2021 and the ZAGG Pro Keys are folio keyboards made for the iPad. The Apple keyboard feels much sturdier, has much brighter backlighting, and has a built-in trackpad. Also, it feels more satisfying to type on thanks to the lighter tactile bump, not-too-slippery keycaps, and the standard shape of the keys. On the other hand, the ZAGG's case covers all edges of the iPad, providing more protection. Also, you can pair it to a second device via Bluetooth, while the Apple keyboard lets you pair it only to your iPad via the Smart Connector.
Variants
- Pro Keys (Black)
- Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro 11" (Black)
- Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro 11" (White)
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Main Differences for
Gaming
Gaming
Threshold
Gaming
6.0
3.1
Computer Compatibility
10
0.0
Data Transmission
3.3
0.0
Backlight Features
4.0
6.0
Backlight Clarity
5.0
9.0
Build Quality
7.5
8.5
Full Comparison
Design
Dimensions
Top Picture
Size
Compact (75%)
Compact (65%)
Height
0.3" (0.7 cm)
0.2" (0.5 cm)
Width
10.0" (25.5 cm)
9.8" (24.9 cm)
Depth
8.3" (21.0 cm)
7.7" (19.5 cm)
Depth With Wrist Rest
N/A
N/A
Weight
1.39 lbs (0.630 kg)
1.32 lbs (0.600 kg)
Build Quality
7.5
8.5
Build Quality Close Up
Keycap Material
ABS
ABS
Ergonomics
7.0
7.0
Side Picture
Curved/Angled
No
No
Split Keyboard
No
No
Key Alignment
Staggered
Staggered
Minimum Incline
0°
0°
Medium Incline
N/A
N/A
Maximum Incline
N/A
N/A
Home Row Height
6.6 mm (0.3")
6.3 mm (0.2")
Hardware Customizability
0.0
0.0
Customizability Overview
Replaceable Cherry Stabilizers
No
No
Stabilizer Fixation
Non-Customizable Design
Non-Customizable Design
Spacebar Stabilizer Size
Non-Customizable Design
Non-Customizable Design
Size Of Right Mod Keys
Non-Standard
Non-Standard
Hot-Swappable Switches
No
No
Switch Stem Shape
Non-Customizable Design
Non-Customizable Design
Switch PCB Socket
Non-Customizable Design
Non-Customizable Design
North-Facing Cherry MX Interference
Non-Customizable Design
Non-Customizable Design
Backlight Features
4.0
6.0
Backlighting Picture
Brightness Max
Backlighting
Yes
Yes
Brightness Min
RGB
No
No
Per-Key Backlighting
No
Yes
Effects
No
No
Software Controllable
No
No
Backlight Clarity
5.0
9.0
White Shot
Cable & Connector
Connectivity
Wireless
Wired
Detachable
Yes (Charge Only)
Yes (Wired Only Keyboard)
Length
N/A
N/A
Connector (Keyboard side)
USB type-C
Apple Smart Connector
Wireless Versatility
9.5
0.0
Bluetooth
Yes
No
Bluetooth Multi-Device Pairing
2
No
Proprietary Receiver
No
No
Battery Type
Rechargeable
No Batteries
Macro Keys And Programming
0.0
0.0
Dedicated Macro Keys Count
0
0
Onboard Macro Programming
No
No
Macro Programming With Software
No
No
Extra Features
Extra Features
Media Keys
Dedicated
No Media Keys
Trackpad / Trackball
No
Yes
Scroll Wheel
No
No
Control Knob
No
No
USB Passthrough
No
No
Numpad
No
No
Windows Key Lock
No
No
Lock Indicator
Caps Lock
Caps Lock
In The Box
Bundle Picture
Typing Experience
Typing Quality
6.5
7.5
Key Spacing
16.8 mm (0.661")
18.0 mm (0.709")
Typing Noise
9.8
10
Typing Sample
Average Loudness
38.2 dBA
33.3 dBA
High Pitch Clicks
No
No
Switches
Wobble Video
Switch Name
No Marketed Name
No Marketed Name
Switch Type
Scissor
Scissor
Feel
Tactile
Tactile
Analog
No
No
Keystrokes
Key Switch Actuation Graph
Operating Force
64 gf
60 gf
Actuation Force
38 gf
36 gf
Pre-Travel
1.0 mm
0.8 mm
Total Travel
1.6 mm
0.7 mm
Performance
Single-Key Latency
4.5
0.0
Single-Key Latency Graph
Best Connection
28.3 ms
N/A
Best Connection Std Dev
±22.2 ms
N/A
Wired
N/A
N/A
Receiver
N/A
N/A
Bluetooth
28.3 ms
N/A
PCB (Estimated)
27.7 ms
N/A
Multi-Key Latency
6.4
0.0
Latency Video
Multi-Key Latency Graph
Connection Evaluated
Bluetooth
N/A
Key Press
26.2 ms
N/A
Key Release
16.7 ms
N/A
Data Transmission
3.3
0.0
Multi-Key Raw USB
Connection Evaluated
Bluetooth
N/A
USB Polling Rate
N/A
N/A
Effective Update Rate
90 Hz
N/A
N-Key Rollover (NKRO)
No
No
Multiple Keys Per USB Report
No
N/A
Chord Split
7.8
0.0
Chord Split Graph
4 Chord Split Delay
5.6 ms
N/A
8 Chord Split Delay
N/A
N/A
Software and Operating System
Configuration Software
Software Tour
Software Name
No Software
No Software
Software Windows Compatible
No
No
Software macOS Compatible
No
No
Onboard Memory
No
No
Profiles
No Profile
No Profile
Computer Compatibility
10
0.0
Windows
Fully Compatible
Not Compatible
macOS
Fully Compatible
Not Compatible
Linux (Ubuntu 22)
Fully Compatible
Not Compatible
Media Key Compatibility
Windows, MacOS & Linux
Not Compatible
Wireless Mobile Compatibility
10
3.3
Android
Fully Compatible
Not Compatible
iOS
Fully Compatible
Not Compatible
iPadOS
Fully Compatible
Fully Compatible
Media Key Compatibility
Android, iPhone & iPad
iPad
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