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Compare MelGeek Pixel Palette vs Pixel Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers drawn to MelGeek's unique, customizable brick-built keyboard design but unsure which model offers the right balance of features. The decision is difficult because both share core concepts like hot-swap sockets, gasket mounts, and triple-mode connectivity, yet differ in layout, included accessories, and specific performance specs. Your choice hinges on whether you value a more complete feature set or a potentially lower-cost entry point.

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  • Released in 2022
  • Has Linear, Tactile, Clicky switch options
  • Provides dedicated media keys
  • Connects via USB-C
  • Utilizes Hall effect sensors
  • Features N-key rollover
  • Has built-in sound dampening
  • Made with a Plastic, ABS, Polycarbonate case
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, North-face, Rgb North-face RGB lighting
  • Released in 2024
  • Has Linear, Tactile switch options
  • Made with a Plastic case
  • Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 85.6
  • Build Quality: 64.1
  • Productivity: 84.3
  • Customizability: 68.5
  • Portability: 94.7
Scores
  • Performance: 62.2
  • Build Quality: 58.2
  • Productivity: 56.9
  • Customizability: 61.4
  • Portability: 76.1
Name
MelGeek Pixel Palette
Name
MelGeek Pixel
Release year
2022
Release year
2024
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
75%, 80%
Layout Size
75%
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
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
3100 mAh
Battery capacity
3100 mAh
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
Gasket Mount
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, North-face
Backlight
 
Rgb
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Plastic, ABS, Polycarbonate
Case Material
Plastic
Keycaps Material
ABS, PC
Keycaps Material
ABS, PC
Dimensions
-
Dimensions
-
Weight
-
Weight
-
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Pros and Trade-offs

Your budget and desire for included accessories should guide your choice. The MelGeek Pixel Palette is the more feature-complete package, better suited for users who want multimedia controls, extensive lighting, and physical customization bricks right away. Opt for the standard MelGeek Pixel if your priority is a slightly more compact layout and you are comfortable with a potentially simpler accessory bundle, possibly at a lower cost.

MelGeek Pixel Palette

  • +Includes a tiles and bricks set for physical frame customization.
  • +Comes with Poron and EVA foam padding for sound dampening.
  • +Hotswap PCB supports both 3-pin and 5-pin switches.
  • +Features dedicated multimedia keys and three side light bands.
  • +Metadata lists Hall Effect switches as an available option.
  • −Larger 80% TKL footprint is less compact than a 75% layout.
  • −Vendor description states it is not compatible with QMK or VIA firmware.
  • −Heavier weight may be less desirable for frequent transport.

MelGeek Pixel

  • +More compact 75% layout saves desk space.
  • +Vendor page specifies a 1000Hz polling rate in 2.4G/Wired mode.
  • +Uses a gasket mount with silicone and Poron for a dampened typing feel.
  • +Officially supports Linux according to its vendor specifications.
  • −Lacks the dedicated multimedia keys found on the Pixel Palette.
  • −Vendor description does not mention included foam or a comprehensive accessory kit like the bricks set.
  • −Fewer explicitly stated extra features in its metadata compared to the Palette.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Pixel Palette holds an edge in scenarios demanding high-performance features, media controls, and a richer out-of-the-box modding kit. It wins for Gaming, Office use, and Content Creation. The standard Pixel is the slightly more portable option due to its 75% layout. For core typing tasks like Programming, both keyboards are equally viable due to their shared hot-swap and gasket mount foundations.

GamingMelGeek Pixel Palette
  • •The Pixel Palette lists N-Key Rollover and Hall Effect switches in its metadata, which are associated with gaming performance.
  • •Its vendor description confirms NKRO support.
  • •The Pixel's vendor page lists a 1000Hz polling rate for its 2.4G/Wired modes, but the Palette's potential Hall Effect switches may offer advantages for precision.
OfficeMelGeek Pixel Palette
  • •The Pixel Palette is an 80% (TKL) layout with dedicated multimedia keys, providing direct media control.
  • •Its vendor description explicitly confirms multimedia key support.
  • •Both offer quieting features, but the Palette's described combination of Poron and EVA foam may aid in sound dampening for shared spaces.
ProgrammingTie
  • •Both keyboards are hot-swappable, allowing for switch customization to suit typing preference.
  • •Both use gasket mount designs aimed at providing a comfortable typing feel.
  • •The Pixel Palette's TKL layout and the Pixel's 75% layout both offer compact form factors that retain arrow and navigation clusters.
TravelMelGeek Pixel
  • •The Pixel is a 75% layout, which is slightly more compact than the Pixel Palette's 80% TKL size.
  • •Both share the same 3100mAh battery capacity, offering comparable wireless endurance.
  • •Both support Bluetooth, 2.4GHz, and wired connectivity for flexibility on the go.
ModdingMelGeek Pixel Palette
  • •The Pixel Palette's vendor description includes a tiles and bricks set for frame customization, a keycap puller, and a custom cable.
  • •It features a described combination of Poron and EVA foam padding for sound modification.
  • •Its hotswap PCB supports both 3-pin and 5-pin switches, offering broad switch compatibility.
Content CreationMelGeek Pixel Palette
  • •The Pixel Palette includes dedicated multimedia keys for quick control of audio and video playback.
  • •Its vendor page mentions 3 side light bands in addition to per-key RGB, offering more lighting customization for a streaming setup.
  • •The TKL layout provides dedicated function keys that can be programmed for shortcuts via the MelGeek Hive software.

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