Logitech - MX Keys S vs Logitech - MX Mechanical Mini
Between the MX Keys S and MX Mechanical Mini, the MX Keys S comes out ahead in polling rate and size, while the MX Mechanical Mini wins on several specs. Overall, the MX Keys S scores 44.3 and the MX Mechanical Mini scores 35 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The MX Keys S is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 9.3 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the MX Keys S if you care most about polling rate and size. The biggest gaps in its favor are polling rate, size.
The MX Mechanical Mini similarly doesn't carry a headline advantage on the popular specs — look at the full table for category-specific deltas.
Both ship with comparable hot-swappable, wireless, rotary knob, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the MX Keys S is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Logitech - MX Keys S wins
- ▲Polling rate — 700.00% more. 1000 Hz vs 125 Hz.
- ▲Size: Full (vs 75%).
Why Logitech - MX Mechanical Mini wins
- No decisive advantages.
Spec comparison
Switches
| Spec | Logitech - MX Keys S | Logitech - MX Mechanical Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Switch type | Scissor | Kailh Choc |
| Hot-swappable | false | false |
Layout & Build
| Spec | Logitech - MX Keys S | Logitech - MX Mechanical Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Fulllead | 75% |
| RGB | false | false |
| Rotary knob | false | false |
| Case material | Plastic | Aluminum |
Connectivity
| Spec | Logitech - MX Keys S | Logitech - MX Mechanical Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless | true | true |
| 2.4 GHz | false | false |
| Battery | 240 h | 240 h |
| Polling rate | 1000 Hzlead | 125 Hz |
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