Is this keyboard good for gaming?

Yes for casual and budget gaming. The red linear switches actuate without a bump, and the wired link keeps latency low. It lacks macro software and per-key lighting that competitive players may want.

Does it work with a Mac?

It is listed for Windows laptops and PCs. Basic typing may work on a Mac, but the layout and shortcuts are built around Windows, so expect some keys to behave differently.

Can I change the switches?

No. The switches are soldered in, so you cannot swap them without desoldering. Buy it for the switches it ships with.

No. It connects by cable only, so there is no battery to charge and no pairing to set up.

The keyboard and its connection cable. Check the listing for any extras such as a keycap puller before you buy.

How is it different from a full-size keyboard?

It drops the number pad and uses a compact 87-key layout. You keep the function row and arrow keys but gain desk space for the mouse.

Where is the MageGee 75% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard cheapest?

At Newegg.com, for $29.99, as of our latest check.

MageGee 75% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

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MageGee 75% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

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Last seen at $29.99 at Newegg.com on Nov 12.

Our take on the MageGee 75% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

The MageGee 75% is a wired mechanical keyboard with a compact 87-key layout, red linear switches and a single blue LED backlight. It is aimed at budget PC and laptop gamers who want a smaller board that leaves room for the mouse. It skips the wireless, hot-swap sockets and per-key RGB that costlier 75% boards add, so it competes on simplicity rather than features.

Best forBudget PC gamersPlayers who want a smaller board for mouse roomLaptop gamers who prefer a wired connectionFirst-time mechanical keyboard buyers

Pros

Compact 87-key layout frees desk space
Red linear switches suit fast gaming input
Wired connection avoids pairing and charging
Simple single-color blue backlight
Plug-and-play on Windows PCs and laptops

Cons

Wired only, no Bluetooth or 2.4 GHz option
Blue backlight only, no per-key RGB
No hot-swap sockets for changing switches
No dedicated software for macros or remaps
Linear red switches give no tactile feedback for typing

MageGee 75% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard prices at every store

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MageGee 75% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard price history

Lowest price we've seen: $29.99 on Nov 12 at Newegg.com. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 12.

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75% compact TKL layout with 87 keys
Red switches
LED blue backlight
Wired connection
For Windows laptop and PC gamers

About the MageGee 75% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

This is a wired mechanical gaming keyboard in a compact 75% layout. It has 87 keys and uses Red switches.

The keyboard has an LED blue backlight. It connects by cable and is made for Windows laptops and PCs.

Brand: MageGee
Layout: 75% compact TKL, 87 keys
Switches: Red
Backlight: LED, blue
Connectivity: Wired
Compatibility: Windows laptops and PCs

Questions and answers

Is this keyboard good for gaming?: Yes for casual and budget gaming. The red linear switches actuate without a bump, and the wired link keeps latency low. It lacks macro software and per-key lighting that competitive players may want.
Does it work with a Mac?: It is listed for Windows laptops and PCs. Basic typing may work on a Mac, but the layout and shortcuts are built around Windows, so expect some keys to behave differently.
Can I change the switches?: No. The switches are soldered in, so you cannot swap them without desoldering. Buy it for the switches it ships with.
Is it wireless?: No. It connects by cable only, so there is no battery to charge and no pairing to set up.
What is in the box?: The keyboard and its connection cable. Check the listing for any extras such as a keycap puller before you buy.
How is it different from a full-size keyboard?: It drops the number pad and uses a compact 87-key layout. You keep the function row and arrow keys but gain desk space for the mouse.
Where is the MageGee 75% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard cheapest?: At Newegg.com, for $29.99, as of our latest check.