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Compare Redragon MAGIC WAND SE K655 vs STAR BLADE K707 HE Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between two wired Redragon keyboards at a similar price point. The choice is difficult because one prioritizes user-friendly customization, while the other offers specialized gaming technology. The MAGICWAND SE K655 is a 75% layout with a hot-swappable design for easy switch changes. The STAR BLADE K707 HE is an 80% layout built around proprietary Hall Effect magnetic switches with advanced features like rapid trigger and adjustable actuation.

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  • Released in 2024
  • Supports hot-swappable switches
  • Available in a 75% layout
  • Uses a Bottom Mount mounting style
  • Weighs about 950 g
  • Sized at 34 x 352 x 126 mm
  • Made with a Aluminum, Plastic case
  • Released in 2025
  • Has Magnetic switch options
  • Available in a 80% layout
  • Utilizes Hall effect sensors
  • Enables rapid trigger functionality
  • Has built-in sound dampening
  • Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
  • Runs at a 8000 Hz polling rate
  • Weighs about 1100 g
  • Sized at 37 x 364 x 133 mm
  • Made with a Plastic case
  • Features PBT keycaps
Scores
  • Performance: 64.7
  • Build Quality: 67.8
  • Productivity: 60.7
  • Customizability: 63.2
  • Portability: 62.7
Scores
  • Performance: 93.4
  • Build Quality: 61.3
  • Productivity: 63.4
  • Customizability: 45.8
  • Portability: 54.3
Name
Redragon MAGIC WAND SE K655
Name
Redragon STAR BLADE K707 HE
Release year
2024
Release year
2025
Switch Options
-
Switch Options
Magnetic
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
75%
Layout Size
80%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Display Support
 
Display Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
USB-C
 
USB-C
 
USB passthrough
 
USB passthrough
 
Connection
Wired, Wired only
Connection
Wired, Wired only
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
8000 Hz
Battery capacity
-
Battery capacity
-
Hall Effect Support
 
Hall Effect Support
 
QMK Support
 
QMK Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIAL Support
 
VIAL Support
 
N-Key Rollover
 
N-Key Rollover
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Mount Style
Bottom Mount
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb
Backlight
 
Rgb
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Aluminum, Plastic
Case Material
Plastic
Keycaps Material
-
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
34 x 352 x 126 mm
Dimensions
37 x 364 x 133 mm
Weight
950g
Weight
1100g
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Pros and Trade-offs

Your primary need dictates the choice. For competitive gamers who want the lowest latency and customizable actuation, the Redragon STAR BLADE K707 HE is the specialized tool. For everyone else—tinkerers, travelers, office workers, and general users—the Redragon MAGICWAND SE K655 offers greater long-term flexibility with its standard hot-swap sockets and more practical feature set.

Redragon MAGIC WAND SE K655

  • +Hot-swappable design compatible with a wide range of 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches.
  • +Includes a media scroll control wheel and onboard macro keys.
  • +Features an aluminum top plate for a solid feel.
  • +More compact 75% layout (78 keys) saves desk space.
  • +Lighter weight (950g) for better portability.
  • −Lacks the high-performance gaming features like adjustable actuation and rapid trigger.
  • −Uses a standard bottom mount instead of a gasket mount.
  • −No mention of advanced sound dampening materials like foam layers.

Redragon STAR BLADE K707 HE

  • +Features Hall Effect magnetic switches with software-adjustable actuation points (0.1-3.9mm).
  • +High 8000 Hz polling rate for minimal input latency.
  • +Includes Rapid Trigger technology for gaming.
  • +Built with a gasket mount and three-layer noise dampening (EVA foam, socket foam, silicone pad).
  • +Comes with side-printed PBT gradient keycaps.
  • −Uses proprietary Hall Effect switches that are not cross-compatible with other brands, limiting customization.
  • −Larger and heavier 80% layout (87 keys) takes up more desk space.
  • −All-plastic case construction lacks the aluminum top plate found on the MAGICWAND SE.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The STAR BLADE K707 HE is the clear choice for competitive gaming due to its high polling rate and Hall Effect features. For office use, travel, modding, and content creation, the MAGICWAND SE K655's compact size, media controls, and hot-swappable design provide more versatility. Programming is a tie, as both offer sufficient keys and software support for the task.

GamingRedragon STAR BLADE K707 HE
  • •The STAR BLADE K707 HE has a specified 8000 Hz hyper-polling rate for lower latency.
  • •It features Hall Effect magnetic switches with software-adjustable actuation points from 0.1-3.9mm.
  • •It includes Rapid Trigger technology for faster key reset recognition.
OfficeRedragon MAGIC WAND SE K655
  • •The MAGICWAND SE K655 has a 75% layout, saving more desk space than the 80% STAR BLADE.
  • •It includes a media scroll control wheel, a feature not mentioned for the STAR BLADE.
  • •Its hot-swappable Outemu Red switches are described as quiet, which may be preferable in shared spaces.
ProgrammingTie
  • •Both keyboards have dedicated arrow keys and function rows.
  • •Both support software for macro programming and key remapping.
  • •The MAGICWAND SE offers a more compact 75% layout, while the STAR BLADE provides a slightly larger 80% layout with more dedicated keys.
TravelRedragon MAGIC WAND SE K655
  • •The MAGICWAND SE K655 is smaller (75% layout, 34 x 352 x 126 mm) and lighter (950g) than the STAR BLADE.
  • •The STAR BLADE K707 HE is larger (80% layout, 37 x 364 x 133 mm) and heavier (1100g).
  • •Both have detachable USB-C cables for easier packing.
ModdingRedragon MAGIC WAND SE K655
  • •The MAGICWAND SE K655 is explicitly hot-swappable with a wide range of 3-pin and 5-pin switches.
  • •Its vendor description states it is compatible with 'almost all switch types in the market'.
  • •The STAR BLADE K707 HE uses proprietary, non-cross-compatible Hall Effect magnetic switches, severely limiting switch replacement options.
Content CreationRedragon MAGIC WAND SE K655
  • •The MAGICWAND SE K655 includes onboard macro keys and a media scroll control for quick adjustments.
  • •Its hot-swappable nature allows for switching to quieter or more tactile switches based on preference.
  • •Both keyboards support software for creating macros, but the MAGICWAND SE's hardware media controls offer immediate access.

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