Keychron K2 Pro
- + Satisfying mechanical tactile feedback
- + QMK/VIA programmable firmware
Logitech G Pro X TKL
- + Hot-swappable switches
- + Satisfying mechanical tactile feedback
THE VERDICT
K2 Pro is the stronger buy for most people because it combines the broader spec lead with a more defensible price. G Pro X TKL is not a bad pick, but it only makes more sense if its narrower strengths line up exactly with your workload.
CRITERIA BREAKDOWN
Price Positioning
K2 Pro lands in this segment and is the easier buy if your goal is maximum value.
Overall Score
K2 Pro carries the stronger OverLKD score and therefore the broader all-round recommendation.
Layout
G Pro X TKL leads on layout based on the harder spec line.
Switches
Both products are close enough on switches that this row is not a deciding factor alone.
Connectivity
Both products are close enough on connectivity that this row is not a deciding factor alone.
Hot-swap
Both products are close enough on hot-swap that this row is not a deciding factor alone.
THE BIG DIFFERENCES
- K2 Pro wins the value argument while keeping the gap to G Pro X TKL at around this tier.
- K2 Pro leads on the more complete spec sheet.
- G Pro X TKL still has a case if you care more about layout than balanced value.
| SPEC | Keychron K2 Pro | Logitech G Pro X TKL | READOUT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layout | 75% | TKL 87-key | G Pro X TKL leads on layout based on the harder spec line. |
| Switches | Gateron G Pro Red/Brown (swappable) | GX Blue/Brown/Red (swappable) | Both products are close enough on switches that this row is not a deciding factor alone. |
| Connectivity | Wireless Bluetooth 5.1 / USB-C | Wired USB | Both products are close enough on connectivity that this row is not a deciding factor alone. |
| Hot-swap | Yes | Yes | Both products are close enough on hot-swap that this row is not a deciding factor alone. |
| Backlighting | RGB | LIGHTSYNC RGB | Both products are close enough on backlighting that this row is not a deciding factor alone. |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | Wired | Both products are close enough on battery that this row is not a deciding factor alone. |
SPECIFICATIONS
| SPECIFICATIONS | BEST OVERALL Keychron K2 Pro | EXCELLENT ALTERNATIVE Logitech G Pro X TKL |
|---|---|---|
| ACTION | View on Amazon ↗ | View on Amazon ↗ |
| OVERLKD SCORE | 39/100 | 39/100 |
| LAYOUT | 75% | TKL 87-key |
| SWITCHES | Gateron G Pro Red/Brown (swappable) | GX Blue/Brown/Red (swappable) |
| CONNECTIVITY | Wireless Bluetooth 5.1 / USB-C | Wired USB |
| HOT-SWAP | Yes | Yes |
| BACKLIGHTING | RGB | LIGHTSYNC RGB |
| BATTERY | 4000 mAh | Wired |
BUYING TAKEAWAY
If you want the shortest answer: buy K2 Pro unless G Pro X TKL's specific advantage is exactly what you need.
Winner: Keychron K2 Pro