MageGee SKY81 Specs — Complete Technical Specifications

The MageGee SKY81 is a budget-tier 75% hot-swappable mechanical keyboard with a five-layer foam stack and a gasket-mounted steel plate. This page lists the complete published specifications across performance, build, lighting, and box contents. For the full hands-on impressions, see the in-depth MageGee SKY81 review.

Overall rating: 8.6 / 10

Performance

Layout	75% (81 keys with knob)
Switch options	MageGee linear or tactile (selectable at checkout)
Hot-swap	Yes — supports 3-pin and 5-pin MX switches
Polling rate	1,000 Hz
NKRO	Full N-key rollover, anti-ghosting

Build and Sound

Mount type	Gasket mount
Plate	Steel
Top case	Plastic (CNC-textured finish)
Sound dampening	5-layer (EVA foam, IXPE film, silicone, Poron, PCB foam)
Keycaps	Doubleshot ABS, OEM profile
Stabilizers	Plate-mount (unlubed from factory)

Lighting and Controls

Backlighting	Per-key RGB (top shine-through only)
RGB modes	20+ pre-set effects
Knob	Yes (volume / scroll, programmable)
Function-layer media	Yes

Connectivity

Connection	Wired only
Cable	Detachable USB-C to USB-A, ~1.5 m
Wireless	N/A

Physical

Dimensions (W × D × H)	~325 × 130 × 38 mm
Weight	~720 g (without cable)
Color options	Black, White, Pink (varies by retailer stock)

Software and Compatibility

Software	MageGee driver (Windows only)
Mac compatibility	Plug-and-play USB HID, no software
Linux compatibility	Plug-and-play USB HID

In the Box

• MageGee SKY81 keyboard
• Detachable USB-C to USB-A cable
• Combo keycap and switch puller
• User manual

Warranty

1-year limited manufacturer warranty (MageGee).

Where to Buy

See Also

• MageGee SKY81 — full review and verdict
• Best 75% mechanical keyboards in 2026