Logitech MX Keys S
Low-profile · Logi Options+ · Backlit
Wooting 80HE X
Lekker analog Hall-effect · Rapid trigger
Wooting 80HE X takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Logitech MX Keys S lands at 88 and Wooting 80HE X at 96. That puts Wooting 80HE X ahead by 8 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Logitech MX Keys S if…
- ✓Great typing for a low-profile
- ✓Smart backlight
- ✓Easy multi-device pairing
Pick Wooting 80HE X if…
- ✓Per-key adjustable actuation
- ✓Rapid Trigger lowers reset point dynamically
- ✓Open-source firmware
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testBuild
Wooting 80HE XCompared on the build sub-score
Wooting 80HE X leads on build (92 vs 88).
Typing
Wooting 80HE XCompared on the typing sub-score
Wooting 80HE X leads on typing (92 vs 86).
Value for money
Logitech MX Keys SSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Logitech MX Keys S more score per dollar ($129 vs $199).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Logitech MX Keys S | Wooting 80HE X |
|---|---|---|
| Layout | Full-size | 80% (no nav cluster) |
| Switches | Scissor | Lekker L60 Hall-effect (analog) |
| Connectivity | BT / USB-C / Logi Bolt | USB-C |
| Battery | ~10 days backlit | — |
| Polling | — | 8000 Hz wired |
| Keycaps | — | ABS double-shot |
| RGB | — | Per-key |
Logitech MX Keys S
- +Great typing for a low-profile
- +Smart backlight
- +Easy multi-device pairing
- −No mechanical feel
- −Non-replaceable battery
- −Software required for full features
Wooting 80HE X
- +Per-key adjustable actuation
- +Rapid Trigger lowers reset point dynamically
- +Open-source firmware
- −Wired only
- −PBT keycaps cost extra
- −Software still desktop-only
FAQ: Logitech MX Keys S vs Wooting 80HE X
Which is better, Logitech MX Keys S or Wooting 80HE X? +
Wooting 80HE X scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 8. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Logitech MX Keys S worth the price? +
At $129, Logitech MX Keys S delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in features.
Is Wooting 80HE X worth the price? +
At $199, Wooting 80HE X delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in gaming.
Does Logitech MX Keys S or Wooting 80HE X 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, Logitech MX Keys S or Wooting 80HE X? +
Wooting 80HE X — leads on build (92 vs 88). Compared on the build sub-score.
Which is better for typing, Logitech MX Keys S or Wooting 80HE X? +
Wooting 80HE X — leads on typing (92 vs 86). Compared on the typing sub-score.