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Compare MCHOSE Ace 60 HE vs Ace 68 HE Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between two wired, hall-effect gaming keyboards from MCHOSE. The choice hinges on layout preference: the ultra-compact 60% Ace 60 HE sacrifices arrow and navigation keys for a smaller footprint, while the 65% Ace 68 HE retains these crucial keys for general use. Both share core gaming features like rapid trigger, SOCD, and 8000Hz polling, making the decision a trade-off between extreme portability and daily usability.

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MCHOSE Ace 60 Hall Effect Magnetic Switch Gaming Keyboard
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MCHOSE Ace 68 Hall Effect Magnetic Switch Gaming Keyboard

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  • Available in a 60% layout
  • Supports Wired, Wired only connectivity
  • Sized at 28 x 290 x 100 mm
  • Made with a Aluminum case
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting
  • Available in a 65% layout
  • Compatible with both Mac and Windows
  • Has built-in sound dampening
  • Supports Wired, Wired only, connectivity
  • Weighs about 880 g
  • Sized at 60 x 350 x 150 mm
  • Made with a Aluminum, Silicone case
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face, North-face, Rgb North-face RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 92.6
  • Build Quality: 63.9
  • Productivity: 53.2
  • Customizability: 58.4
  • Portability: 70.8
Scores
  • Performance: 87.1
  • Build Quality: 50.6
  • Productivity: 78.2
  • Customizability: 67.7
  • Portability: 74.8
Name
MCHOSE Ace 60 HE
Name
MCHOSE Ace 68 HE
Release year
2024
Release year
2024
Switch Options
Clicky, Magnetic
Switch Options
Clicky, Magnetic
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
60%
Layout Size
65%
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
8000 Hz
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
-
Mount Style
-
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face, North-face
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Aluminum
Case Material
Aluminum, Silicone
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
28 x 290 x 100 mm
Dimensions
60 x 350 x 150 mm
Weight
-
Weight
880g
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Pros and Trade-offs

Your primary need dictates the choice. If you require the smallest possible keyboard for a gaming setup or frequent travel and can adapt to using layers for arrows, the Ace 60 HE is a capable and focused tool. For anyone who uses their keyboard for work, programming, or general computing alongside gaming, the Ace 68 HE's 65% layout with dedicated arrow keys and its enhanced sound-dampening design is the more practical and versatile daily driver.

MCHOSE Ace 60 HE

  • +Extremely compact 60% layout for maximum desk space savings and portability.
  • +Features hall effect magnetic switches with adjustable actuation from 0.1-3.4mm.
  • +Includes gaming-centric features like rapid trigger, SOCD, and an 8000Hz polling rate.
  • +Hot-swappable design allows for easy switch experimentation.
  • +PBT keycaps are listed for durability.
  • −Lacks dedicated arrow keys and navigation cluster, requiring layers or key combinations.
  • −No mention of sound-dampening materials like silicone pads in its construction details.
  • −Fewer color and aesthetic options compared to the Ace 68 HE.

MCHOSE Ace 68 HE

  • +65% layout retains crucial dedicated arrow keys and additional navigation keys.
  • +Vendor description highlights an internal structure with silicone sound-absorbing pads and a silicone bottom pad for noise reduction.
  • +Offers a wider selection of switch types, including high-end options like the TTC Dragon Lord Magnetic Switch.
  • +Includes two-level adjustable feet for better ergonomics.
  • +Comes in more colorway options, including Topographic designs.
  • −Larger and heavier (880g) footprint than the 60% model, reducing portability.
  • −The more complex internal construction may be at a slightly higher price point.
  • −South-facing RGB LEDs may cause interference with some Cherry-profile keycaps, though its own keycaps are PBT.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Ace 68 HE is the more versatile choice, winning in Office, Programming, Modding, and Content Creation due to its practical 65% layout with arrow keys and its detailed sound-dampening construction. The Ace 60 HE takes the lead only for Travel, where its minimal 60% size is a decisive advantage. For pure Gaming, the keyboards are tied on their core hall-effect performance features, leaving the choice entirely to layout preference.

GamingTie
  • •Both feature an 8000Hz polling rate and rapid trigger technology.
  • •Both offer hall effect magnetic switches with adjustable actuation points.
  • •Both support SOCD cleaning and advanced gaming macros.
OfficeMCHOSE Ace 68 HE
  • •The Ace 68 HE's 65% layout includes dedicated arrow keys, which are essential for spreadsheet navigation.
  • •Its listing mentions Mac/Win support, suggesting broader out-of-box compatibility.
  • •The larger form factor may be more familiar and less disruptive in a shared workspace.
ProgrammingMCHOSE Ace 68 HE
  • •The dedicated arrow keys on the Ace 68 HE are critical for efficient code navigation.
  • •The inclusion of additional navigation keys (like Delete, PgUp, PgDn) on a 65% layout aids in text editing.
  • •The vendor description for the Ace 68 HE highlights an 'exquisite interior structure' with silicone sound-absorbing pads for a quieter typing experience.
TravelMCHOSE Ace 60 HE
  • •The Ace 60 HE has a significantly smaller footprint (290 x 100 mm vs 350 x 150 mm).
  • •Its 60% layout is more compact and easier to fit in a bag.
  • •The simpler construction may contribute to a lower weight, though the Ace 68 HE's specific weight is listed as 880g.
ModdingMCHOSE Ace 68 HE
  • •The Ace 68 HE's vendor description details a more complex internal foam structure, including silicone sandwich pads and a silicone gasket.
  • •It offers a wider variety of switch options according to its vendor page, including TTC Dragon Lord and Ice Rhino magnetic switches.
  • •It features two-level adjustable feet, a modding-friendly detail not mentioned for the Ace 60 HE.
Content CreationMCHOSE Ace 68 HE
  • •The arrow keys on the Ace 68 HE are vital for timeline scrubbing in video and audio editing software.
  • •The potential for a quieter typing experience due to its internal silicone sound dampening is beneficial for recording environments.
  • •The additional navigation keys can speed up workflow in applications like Photoshop or DaVinci Resolve.

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