Design & Build: Aesthetics First
Let’s address the elephant in the room: the Godzilla-themed keycaps. They’re what sold me. The MG65’s 65% layout (no numpad, no function row) paired with these bold, vintage-inspired caps screams "cool kid in a cyberpunk café." The aluminum frame adds heft—this thing does not budge on my desk, a stark contrast to Apple’s lightweight Magic Keyboard.
But: The keycap white doesn’t quite match the keyboard’s base. It’s a minor nitpick, but at this price (~$150 for the board plus $50+ for custom caps), I expected perfection.
Typing Experience: Love It or Adapt to It
The Good:
- Low-profile switches mean no wrist strain—a relief after ditching my old mechanical keyboard’s wrist rest dependency.
- Wireless reliability is flawless (unlike my cursed Magic Keyboard + Windows PC pairing). Bluetooth connects instantly to both Mac and Win devices.
- Shortcut-friendly, including a strikethrough hotkey (a godsend for my markdown-heavy workflow).
The Quirks:
- 65% layout growing pains: Missing dedicated arrow keys and a delete key means constant finger gymnastics. I’ve "adapted," but it’s a tradeoff for portability.
- Key wobble: The switches sometimes lift with keycaps during swaps. Terrifying at first, but no actual damage done.
- Shallow travel: The short keypress feels abrupt. I often second-guess if I’ve registered a keystroke—annoying during late-night coding sessions.
Use Cases: Where It Shines (and Stumbles)
- For Mac users: The MG65’s Mac compatibility is seamless. It’s now my go-to for writing sessions.
- Gaming: The fast actuation is great for WASD-heavy games, but the compact layout means accidental mispresses in frantic moments.
- Travel: Wireless + compact size makes it easy to toss in a bag, though the weight (1.5kg) is noticeable.
Verdict: A Beautiful Compromise
The MG65 isn’t the "best wireless keyboard" for everyone. If you need full functionality, look elsewhere. But as a customizable, eye-catching board that balances Mac/Windows flexibility and ergonomics, it’s a standout—if you’re willing to work around its quirks.
Final Score: 8/10
Buy it for the design, stay for the wireless freedom (and that sweet, sweet strikethrough shortcut).
