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Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID) — Scissor · USB-C · Touch ID
Apple

Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID)

Scissor · USB-C · Touch ID

86
/ 100
From $129
VS
Corsair K70 RGB Pro — Full · $169
Corsair

Corsair K70 RGB Pro

Full · $169

86
/ 100
From $169
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID) lands at 86 and Corsair K70 RGB Pro at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID) if…

  • ✓Touch ID on Apple Silicon Macs
  • ✓USB-C charging finally
  • ✓Best scissor switches in laptop class

Pick Corsair K70 RGB Pro if…

  • ✓Hot-swap on most enthusiast boards
  • ✓RGB + software tuning
  • ✓Premium feel
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Build

Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID)

Compared on the build sub-score

Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID) leads on build (90 vs 85).

Typing

Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID)

Compared on the typing sub-score

Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID) leads on typing (88 vs 86).

Value for money

Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID) more score per dollar ($129 vs $169).

Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID) 86
vs
86 Corsair K70 RGB Pro

Score breakdown

Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID)
86
typing 88
gaming 60
build 90
software 96
value 88
features 0
Corsair K70 RGB Pro
86
typing 86
gaming 0
build 85
software 0
value 86
features 84

Specs side-by-side

Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID) versus Corsair K70 RGB Pro — full spec comparison
Spec Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID) Corsair K70 RGB Pro
Switches
Apple scissor
—
Layout
Compact (no numpad) / Full-size
Full
Polling
1000 Hz
—
Keycaps
Backlit ABS
—
Connectivity
BT 5.3 + USB-C cable
—
Backlight
No
—

Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID)

Pros
  • +Touch ID on Apple Silicon Macs
  • +USB-C charging finally
  • +Best scissor switches in laptop class
Cons
  • −Mac-only Touch ID
  • −No backlight
  • −No mechanical option

Corsair K70 RGB Pro

Pros
  • +Hot-swap on most enthusiast boards
  • +RGB + software tuning
  • +Premium feel
Cons
  • −Wired/wireless varies
  • −Learning curve on layout
  • −Stabilizer quality varies

FAQ: Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID) vs Corsair K70 RGB Pro

Which is better, Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID) or Corsair K70 RGB Pro? +

Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID) worth the price? +

At $129, Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in software.

Is Corsair K70 RGB Pro worth the price? +

At $169, Corsair K70 RGB Pro delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in typing.

Does Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID) or Corsair K70 RGB Pro last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for build, Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID) or Corsair K70 RGB Pro? +

Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID) — leads on build (90 vs 85). Compared on the build sub-score.

Which is better for typing, Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID) or Corsair K70 RGB Pro? +

Apple Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID) — leads on typing (88 vs 86). Compared on the typing sub-score.