Mistel X8 Gloaming vs MK Typist
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Which one should you get?
Get the
Mistel X8 Gloaming
Build quality in the bottom 20% of 100% boards under $150.
- Switches are soldered. Swapping them means soldering.
Get the
MK Typist
Build quality in the bottom 15% of 100% boards under $150.
- Switches are soldered. Swapping them means soldering.
The differences that matter
Skip the 40-row spec sheet. These are the specs that change how each board feels, sounds, and fits your desk.
Mistel X8 Gloaming
MK Typist
Switch options
Clicky, Linear, Silent, Tactile
Clicky
Backlight
None
RGB
RGB for looks and low light rather than speed
Released
2026
2023
- Mistel X8 Gloaming
- MK Typist
- Performance
- 5972
- Build quality
- 4544
- Productivity
- 6059
- Customizability
- 4756
- Portability
- 4444
- Layout size: 100%
- Connection: Wired
- Case material: Plastic
- Mount style: Plate Mount
- Keycaps: PBT
Mistel X8 Gloaming vs MK Typist specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
3 of 15 specs differ
Mistel X8 Gloaming
MK Typist
Switch options
Mount style
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Display
Media keys
Connection
USB-C
Case material
Keycaps
Backlight
N-key rollover
Mac & Windows
Released
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