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Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad (USB-C) vs Redragon K521-R 104-Key Wired Membrane Gaming Keyboard

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Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad (USB-C)

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K521-R 104-Key Wired Membrane Gaming Keyboard

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General

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Series

Magic Keyboard1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026Apple names the line Magic Keyboard in every product title. The Abt listing of the sibling Touch ID model has a Series field with the same value.

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Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

MJM74LL/A, MJM64LL/A, A31191Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026Apple Store part number MJM74LL/A, UPC or EAN 195951258348. A3119 is the regulatory model, see the Papua New Guinea record.2Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm64ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-white-keysRead 15 October 2026Apple Store part number MJM64LL/A for the US English white-keys model, $179.00.13Regulatory filingta.nicta.gov.pg/view/certified-products-list/entry/21089Read 15 October 2026Papua New Guinea NICTA certified products record: Apple Magic Keyboard model A3119 is a wireless keyboard with Bluetooth, a USB-C port, Touch ID via a fingerprint scanner, numeric keypad and a power switch. The older Lightning model is A2520, which is a different keyboard.

K521-R1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Product name Redragon K521-R 104-Key Wired Membrane Gaming Keyboard. Amazon calls the same listing K521, with model number K521.

GTIN / EAN

195951258348, 1959512583241Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026UPC or EAN No. 195951258348 for MJM74LL/A and 195951258324 for MJM64LL/A (white page).2Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm64ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-white-keysRead 15 October 2026UPC or EAN No. 195951258324.

69503767253702Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboard.jsRead 23 October 2026Store product data: the one US variant has barcode 6950376725370.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

28 October 202410Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2024/10/apple-introduces-new-imac-supercharged-by-m4-and-apple-intelligenceRead 15 October 2026Apple newsroom, October 28, 2024: the Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse and Magic Trackpad now feature a USB-C port. 9to5Mac lists the standalone Touch ID and Numeric Keypad model the same day.

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Status

Available1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026Apple Store sells it with an Add to Bag button.

Available3Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DRFGNWV1Read 23 October 2026Amazon shows In Stock at 15.99 USD with 4K+ bought in the past month. Sold by Redragon Official. The maker store page shows Sold Out for the same board.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$19911Press article9to5mac.com/2024/10/28/new-magic-keyboard-with-usb-c-is-available-in-three-separate-modelsRead 15 October 2026Launch-day Apple prices: $179 for white and $199 for black, US, before sales tax. The Apple Store shows the same two prices today.

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Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

From €1991Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 202618Press releaseapple.com/de/newsroom/2024/10/apples-new-mac-mini-is-more-mighty-more-mini-and-built-for-apple-intelligenceRead 21 October 202619Press articlemacwelt.de/article/2538025/apples-magic-keyboard-mit-usb-c-im-test.htmlRead 21 October 2026

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026US Apple Store pages in US English with US dollar prices. Other regions have other part numbers and are not covered.

US1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Store page ships to US and the variant is US.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black Keys, White Keys1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026Color options are White Keys and Black Keys. Both have a silver aluminium structure.2Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm64ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-white-keysRead 15 October 2026White keys, silver aluminium structure.

Black3Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DRFGNWV1Read 23 October 2026Item details: Color Black, Style Classic. The listing also sells other styles in other prices and layouts that are not this model. The Redragon store page links to this ASIN. Seller is Redragon Official.

Segment

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Gaming1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Specification: Product Category Gaming Keyboard.

Sold asiParts fitted when sold. A complete keyboard includes switches and keycaps. Barebones includes neither.

Complete1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026

Complete1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Sold fully assembled with membrane keys.

Layout

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Form factoriLayout size or shape. A percentage describes the layout, not the number of keys.

Full size1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026Overview: extended layout with numeric keypad, document navigation controls and full-size arrow keys. The 110-key top view fits a full-size layout.

Full size1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Specification: Number of keys 104. Collection: Full-size Keyboards.

Layout standardiPhysical key layout standards sold for this model. Regional language names are listed separately.

ANSI5Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/102743Read 15 October 2026Apple lists US English under the ANSI keyboard layouts. The ISO and JIS versions sold under other part numbers are not covered.

ANSI1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Maker photo: horizontal Enter, long left Shift and a backslash key above Enter. That is ANSI.

Regional layouts

US English5Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/102743Read 15 October 2026Only the US English SKUs MJM74LL/A and MJM64LL/A are covered.

US1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Variant name US.

Keys in regional layoutiPhysical typing and function keys in the stated regional layout. Separate media buttons, macro buttons and rotary controls are excluded. A Touch ID or Lock key in a key row counts, as on Apple keyboards.

1101Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026Counted on the US English top-view photo: 21 + 21 + 21 + 17 + 17 + 13 = 110. That includes the round Touch ID key in the top row, as the plain Magic Keyboard record counts its Lock key, and the F13 to F19 keys. Apple's tech specs give no key count.

1041Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Specification: Number of keys 104. The maker photo shows a standard 104-key layout with the right Windows and menu keys replaced by Fn and a backlight key.

Key legends for

macOS1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026US English Mac keyboard with command, option, control and globe key legends.

Windows1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Maker photo shows a Windows logo key.

Numpad

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026Overview: the numeric keypad is ideal for spreadsheets and finance applications.

Yes1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Maker photo shows a numpad.

Function row

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026Image description: full-height function keys.

Yes1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Maker photo shows F1 to F12.

Dedicated arrow keys

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026Overview: full-size arrow keys. The image descriptions say half-height up and down arrow keys, the usual inverted T.

Yes1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Maker photo shows an inverted-T arrow cluster.

Navigation keysiAvailability of Home, End, Page Up and Page Down as dedicated keys or through an Fn layer.

Full1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026Overview: document navigation controls. The top view shows dedicated Home, End, Page Up and Page Down keys next to the arrows.

Full1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Maker photo shows Ins, Home, Pg Up, Del, End and Pg Dn as separate keys.

Key stagger

Row-staggered1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026The top-view photo shows the usual row-staggered layout.

Row-staggered1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Maker photo shows row-staggered keys.

Bottom row

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Low profile

Yes14Retailer pagemultitronic.fi/en/products/4408303/apple-magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-wireless-keyboard--blackRead 15 October 2026Description: low-profile keys. Abt also calls it Apple's low-profile keyboard design.

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Switches

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Switch sensing technologyiKey sensing technology. Hall effect and TMR are different sensor types. A mixed board is identified explicitly. Magnetic switch housing alone does not identify the sensor.

Scissor14Retailer pagemultitronic.fi/en/products/4408303/apple-magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-wireless-keyboard--blackRead 15 October 2026Description: low-profile keys that use a scissor mechanism. The page is for the Swedish-layout USB-C black model and its dimensions and weight match Apple's.

Membrane1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Product name: Membrane Gaming Keyboard.

Switch feel

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Switch maker

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Switch models

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Switch stem

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Actuation forceiForce at the point where a key registers. Initial spring force is not actuation force. Adjustable switches require a stated actuation setting.

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Bottom-out forceiForce at the end of the switch travel. It is not the initial spring force or the tactile peak.

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Tactile bump forceiPeak force of the tactile bump. It is not the force at initial movement or at bottom-out.

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Actuation pointiDistance before a key registers. For adjustable boards, the default profile or setting is stated in the source note.

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Total travel

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Rated keystrokes

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Factory-lubed switches

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Adjustable actuation

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Actuation rangeiSelectable actuation distances. These are settings, not a measured usable travel range.

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Actuation stepiSmallest documented increment between selectable actuation settings.

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Per-key actuationiActuation can be configured individually for supported keys. The source note identifies any excluded keys.

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Rapid trigger

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Minimum rapid trigger movementiSmallest selectable movement used to reset or reactivate a key. This is a setting, not measured accuracy.

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Multi-action keys

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SOCD handling

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Analog inputiCan send variable gamepad or joystick input. Magnetic sensing or adjustable actuation alone does not establish analog output.

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Hot-swap socketsiSwitches can be replaced without soldering. Magnetic compatibility must be checked separately.

None15Owner's manualcdsassets.apple.com/live/6GJYWVAV/user/locale/en-gb/magic-keyboard-touch-id-numeric-keypad-usb-c-ug.pdfRead 21 October 2026Same Battery section: no user-serviceable parts and no opening or disassembly. The scissor keys are sealed and cannot be swapped.

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Compatible switches

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Stabilizers

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Factory-lubed stabilizers

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Keycaps

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Keycap material

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Legend method

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Doubleshot1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Features: Double-shot keycaps (permanent legends).

Keycap profile

Low profile14Retailer pagemultitronic.fi/en/products/4408303/apple-magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-wireless-keyboard--blackRead 15 October 2026Description: low-profile keys.

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Keycap thickness

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Shine-through legendsiLight passes through the legends. Translucent keycap sides alone do not count.

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Yes1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Specification: Two-color translucent keycaps. The maker photos show the legends lit by the backlight.

Performance

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Polling rate per connectioniDocumented report rates for each connection. Required receivers or optional adapters are identified in the row and source note.

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Max polling rate

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Polling rate (wired)

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Polling rate (2.4 GHz)

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Polling rate (Bluetooth)

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Scan rateiHow often the keyboard reads its switches. A USB report rate does not establish a scan rate.

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Input latency (claimed)iMaker-published input or response latency with conditions in the source note. Do not calculate this from polling rate.

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Key rollover per connectioniKeys registered simultaneously over the stated connection. Connection is omitted if the source does not specify it.

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Anti-ghosting

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Yes1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Features: 25-key rollover anti-ghosting. The Amazon listing says 19 keys anti-ghosting. Neither figure fits a rollover option, so key_rollover is left out.

Adjustable debounce

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Minimum debounce

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Measured

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Latency per connection (measured)iReviewer measurements for one tested setup per row. Settings and test method are stated in the source note. Missing conditions are not inferred.

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Actuation point (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Total travel (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Operating force (measured)iReviewer-measured force at actuation. The switch and actuation setting are stated in the source note.

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Typing noise (measured)iReviewer-measured A-weighted typing sound level. Measurement distance and conditions are stated in the source note.

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Battery life (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iReviewer-measured keyboard weight without cable or wrist rest. The tested configuration is stated in the source note.

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Connectivity

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Connections

Bluetooth3Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.apple.com/en-us/121953Read 15 October 2026Connections: Bluetooth, USB-C port, Wireless. Apple describes the USB-C cable for pairing and charging only, so usb_wired is not stored.

USB (wired)1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Specification: Connection Wired.

Wireless technology

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Bluetooth

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Bluetooth device slots

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Devices it can switch betweeniDistinct device connections available for switching. Do not infer this by adding wireless modes or paired Bluetooth slots.

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Device switchingiControl used to switch between paired device hosts. Connection-mode and OS switches are described separately.

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Receiver connector

None1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026The box holds only the keyboard and a USB-C cable. It connects by Bluetooth, so there is no receiver.

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Receiver storage in keyboard

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Receiver shared with other devices

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Wireless range

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Detachable cable

Yes3Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.apple.com/en-us/121953Read 15 October 2026USB-C port on the keyboard plus a separate USB-C Charging Cable in the box.

No1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Same photo: the cable is fixed.

Port on keyboard

USB-C3Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.apple.com/en-us/121953Read 15 October 2026Overview: it features a USB-C port.

None1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Maker photo shows the cable leaving the top edge and no port on the keyboard.

Cable plug

USB-C3Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.apple.com/en-us/121953Read 15 October 2026Overview: connect to a USB-C port on your Mac.

USB-A3Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DRFGNWV1Read 23 October 2026Item details: Connectivity Technology USB-A. Some regional retailers describe a Type-C cable for the RGB Netherbane, which is not this listing.

Cable

Braided1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026Overview calls it a woven USB-C Charge Cable. Woven is stored as braided. Cable length is not published.

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Cable length

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USB passthrough

No15Owner's manualcdsassets.apple.com/live/6GJYWVAV/user/locale/en-gb/magic-keyboard-touch-id-numeric-keypad-usb-c-ug.pdfRead 21 October 2026The guide uses the USB-C port only to pair and to recharge. It describes no data or power output.

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Works withiSystems on which the keyboard works. Configuration software may have narrower system support.

macOS, iPadOS, iOS3Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.apple.com/en-us/121953Read 15 October 2026System requirements: Mac with Apple silicon using macOS 15.1 or later. The compatibility lists also name iPhone and iPad models. Touch ID works with Mac only.

Windows, macOS1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Features: Windows 10/11 plus macOS compatible. The Specification row lists only Windows 10 down to Windows XP. The Features line and the Amazon listing are stored.

Consoles

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PlayStation, Xbox3Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DRFGNWV1Read 23 October 2026Title: Compatible with PC, Mac, PS4/5, Xbox. Bullet: Windows XP to Win11, PS4-5, Xbox, MacOS, no driver required. The Redragon store page does not mention consoles.

Battery

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Battery type

Li-ion15Owner's manualcdsassets.apple.com/live/6GJYWVAV/user/locale/en-gb/magic-keyboard-touch-id-numeric-keypad-usb-c-ug.pdfRead 21 October 2026Apple user guide for the USB-C model, Battery section: the lithium-ion battery in your Magic Keyboard should be serviced or recycled by Apple or an authorized service provider.

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Number of batteriesiNumber of replaceable AA or AAA cells required. Internal rechargeable battery packs are not counted here.

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Battery capacity

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User-replaceable battery

No15Owner's manualcdsassets.apple.com/live/6GJYWVAV/user/locale/en-gb/magic-keyboard-touch-id-numeric-keypad-usb-c-ug.pdfRead 21 October 2026Same Battery section: the keyboard contains no user-serviceable parts and the battery should be serviced by Apple or an authorized provider.

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Battery life per mode (claimed)iMaker estimates. Store one published native duration unit per row: hours, days or months. Days and months describe calendar use including idle time, not continuous runtime. Do not convert calendar estimates into hours. Connection, lighting and polling rate are included only when published. Brightness, workload, screen status, sleep settings and up-to qualifiers go in the source note.

AApple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad (USB-C)

Lighting	Months
Off	1

Source1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026Overview: about a month or more between charges. Stored as 1 month of calendar use, not converted to hours. Apple's footnote says it tested preproduction units in August and September 2024, paired with preproduction 24-inch iMac systems with M4, as a full battery discharge.

BRedragon K521-R 104-Key Wired Membrane Gaming Keyboard

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Longest battery life (claimed)iLongest maker estimate published in hours across the listed modes. Rows published in days or months do not contribute. Conditions can differ between products.

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Battery life, lighting offiLongest maker estimate published in hours with lighting off. Calendar-day and calendar-month estimates are not converted and do not contribute.

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Battery life, lighting oniLongest maker estimate published in hours with lighting enabled. Calendar-day and calendar-month estimates are not converted and do not contribute. Brightness and display conditions are stated in the source note.

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Battery life, backlight on (claimed)iLongest maker up-to estimate published in calendar days with backlighting enabled. Includes idle time and the source-defined usage pattern, not continuous runtime. Brightness, workload, connection and sleep conditions remain in the table and source note. Hours and months are not converted.

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Battery life, backlight off (claimed)iLongest maker up-to estimate published in calendar months with backlighting off. Includes idle time and the source-defined usage pattern, not continuous runtime. Workload, connection and sleep conditions remain in the table and source note. Hours and days are not converted.

1month=CalculatedFrom Battery life per mode (claimed)

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Charging port

USB-C3Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.apple.com/en-us/121953Read 15 October 2026Overview: pair and charge with the woven USB-C Charge Cable.

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Full charge timeiPublished time for a full charge. Approximate times remain qualified in the source note.

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Quick charge

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Use while charging

Yes4Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/102292Read 15 October 2026Magic Keyboard and Magic Trackpad can be used while charging.

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Solar charging

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Battery indicator

Reported to the OS4Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/102292Read 15 October 2026Charge level is shown in Control Centre or the Bluetooth menu on the Mac. The device itself has no indicator.

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Build

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Case material

Aluminium structure1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026Image descriptions: silver aluminium structure, with black keys on this model.

ABS3Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DRFGNWV1Read 23 October 2026Item details: Keyboard Plate Material ABS. Amazon names it plate material and it is stored as the case material.

Plate material

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Flex cuts in PCB

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Sound dampeningiDampening layers the maker or a review names. Foam whose position in the stack is not stated is foam. Films, pads and silicone parts that fit no other option are other.

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Typing anglesiKeyboard slope for each supported foot position, starting with the lowest. An adjustable-foot count does not establish angles. When the maker publishes only the angle with the feet out, that angle is stored alone.

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Spill resistant

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Yes1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Features: spill-resistant design plus ergonomic tilt.3Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DRFGNWV1Read 23 October 2026Infographic: Spill-resistant Protection. Prevent accidental spills from interrupting your game.

IP rating

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Lighting

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Backlight

None16Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1997953-REG/apple_mjm74ll_a_magic_keyboard_with_touch.htmlRead 21 October 2026Specs for the exact part MJM74LL/A: LED Illumination No. The Amazon listing of the earlier MXK83LL/A has a single color backlight field, but its own review summary lists lack of backlighting as a complaint, so B&H is used.

RGB zones1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Features: 6-zone RGB backlighting. Specification: Lighting Rainbow.

LED position

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Lighting zones

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61Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Features: 6-zone RGB backlighting.

Brightness levelsiSelectable onboard brightness steps. The source note states whether the off position is included.

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41Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Features: 4 brightness levels. It is not stated whether off is counted.

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Lighting sensors

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Lighting sync

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Controls

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Media keysiPlayback controlled by separate buttons, an Fn layer or a multifunction knob/rocker. Volume controls are listed separately, and knob presses are excluded from the separate media-button count.

Fn layer3Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.apple.com/en-us/121953Read 15 October 2026General: Multimedia keys. The shared function keys are not separate media buttons.

Fn layer3Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DRFGNWV1Read 23 October 2026Infographic: 12 multimedia functions through Fn plus F1 to F12 (media player, play/pause, volume down and up, mute, next and previous track, stop, e-mail, home page, calculator and lock keyboard).

Separate media buttonsiSeparate physical buttons for playback or mute, counted once each. Fn shortcuts, macro buttons, knob presses and roller presses are excluded.

01Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026Playback is on shared F7 to F9 keys. There are no separate media buttons.

03Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DRFGNWV1Read 23 October 2026The photo shows no separate media buttons. Media functions are Fn layer shortcuts.

Volume control

Keys6Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/102439Read 15 October 2026The top row controls media playback and volume by default, and Fn selects the standard function keys. The maker image shows volume on F10 to F12. No knob or roller.

Keys3Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DRFGNWV1Read 23 October 2026Infographic: Fn plus F2 and F3 for volume down and up, Fn plus F4 for mute.

Knobs

01Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026The top-view photo shows no knob or roller.

01Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026No knob in the maker photo.

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Knob press

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Separate macro keysiSeparate physical keys or buttons intended for macros. Excludes ordinary remappable keys, media buttons and a dedicated software-launch button.

01Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026The top-view photo shows no macro keys, only F1 to F19 and the standard keys.

01Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026No separate macro keys in the maker photo.

Built-in screen

None1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026The top-view photo shows no screen.

None1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026No screen in the maker photo.

Touchpad

No1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026The top-view photo shows no touchpad.

No1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026No touchpad in the maker photo.

Fingerprint reader

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026Page title and overview: Magic Keyboard with Touch ID. The image descriptions show a round Touch ID sensor.

No1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026No fingerprint reader in the maker photo.

OS mode switch

None15Owner's manualcdsassets.apple.com/live/6GJYWVAV/user/locale/en-gb/magic-keyboard-touch-id-numeric-keypad-usb-c-ug.pdfRead 21 October 2026The guide shows an on/off switch and the USB-C port on the back. It names no OS selector and no key combination for one.

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Windows key lock

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Yes3Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DRFGNWV1Read 23 October 2026Infographic: FN plus Win locks the Windows key.

Software

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Software

macOS System Settings7Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/imac/magic-keyboard-apd0e7983e19/macRead 15 October 2026Names System Settings and its Keyboard and Touch ID sections. This is built-in host software, not a keyboard utility.

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Software runs on

macOS7Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/imac/magic-keyboard-apd0e7983e19/macRead 15 October 2026The guide describes macOS settings. Other platforms are not inferred.

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Open firmware

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Onboard memory

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Onboard profilesiProfiles stored on the keyboard, including fixed defaults when the maker counts them. Software-only profiles are excluded.

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Macros

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Macros stored onboardiRecorded command sequences run from keyboard storage without the configuration app. Onboard lighting or remapping alone does not establish this.

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Key remapping

Yes8Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/mac-help/change-the-behavior-of-the-modifier-keys-mchlp1011/macRead 15 October 2026macOS Keyboard Shortcuts > Modifier Keys can change Control, Option, Command and Caps Lock actions. This is host-side modifier remapping, not arbitrary onboard remapping.

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LayersiTotal key mapping layers including the base layer. Lighting effect layers and profile slots are excluded.

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User firmware updates

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Ergonomics

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Wrist rest

None16Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1997953-REG/apple_mjm74ll_a_magic_keyboard_with_touch.htmlRead 21 October 2026Specs for MJM74LL/A: Wrist Rest No. The box holds only the keyboard and a cable. The page was read in a browser because B&H blocks plain fetches. No package weight or size is stored because B&H shows none for this part and the other retailers disagree.

None1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026No wrist rest in the package contents.

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Tenting

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Tenting angles

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiKeyboard body dimensions with fitted keycaps, without wrist rest and with feet folded. Any different measurement condition is stated in the source note. Width is the longest side, depth runs front to back and height is the thickness. Map by size when the maker's labels differ.

Width418.7Depth114.9Height10.9Front height4.1mm(16.5 × 4.5 × 0.4 × 0.2 in)3Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.apple.com/en-us/121953Read 15 October 2026Height 0.41 to 1.09 cm, width 41.87 cm, depth 11.49 cm, converted exactly to mm. 10.9 mm is the back edge and 4.1 mm the front edge of the slope.

Width434Depth128Height31mm(17.1 × 5 × 1.2 in)1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Weight & Size: Product Size (L x W x H) 43.4X12.8X3.1cm. Mapped by size: width 434, depth 128, height 31. The measurement conditions are not stated.

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Keyboard weightiKeyboard without cable or wrist rest. Weights that include accessories cannot be stored here. A cable that cannot be removed is included. Replaceable batteries are included, as built-in batteries are.

369g(13 oz)3Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.apple.com/en-us/121953Read 15 October 2026Weight 0.369 kg (0.81 pound). Apple footnote: weight varies by configuration and manufacturing process.

581g(1.3 lb)1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Weight & Size: Product Weight 0.581kg.

Weight including wrist restiKeyboard plus supplied wrist rest, excluding packaging. The source note identifies any included cable.

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Box dimensions

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Box weightiOne retail package including its contents. A multi-unit shipping carton weight is excluded.

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Certifications

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Platform certifications

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Other certifications

FCC ID BCGA311917Regulatory filingfccid.io/BCGA3119Read 21 October 2026FCC ID BCGA3119, Apple Inc., product code A3119, equipment class Wireless Keyboard, operating range 2402-2480 MHz, grant dated 2024-10-28. The test reports are scanned images and give no Bluetooth version.

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In the box

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In the box

Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad, USB-C Charging Cable1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026What's in the Box: Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad, USB-C Charging Cable.

Keyboard, User Manual1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Package Contents: 1 x Keyboard, 1 x User Manual.

Cables included

AApple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad (USB-C)

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USB-C Charging Cable	1

Source1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026One USB-C Charging Cable.

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Spare switches

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Links

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Product page

www.apple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keys1Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mjm74ll/a/magic-keyboard-with-touch-id-and-numeric-keypad-for-mac-models-with-apple-silicon-usb-c-us-english-black-keysRead 15 October 2026Apple Store page for the US English black-keys model MJM74LL/A, listed at $199.00.

redragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboard1Maker product pageredragon.com/products/redragon-k521-r-104-key-wired-membrane-gaming-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Redragon US store page. The only variant is US at 25.99 USD and it shows Sold Out on the access date. The page has a Buy on Amazon button that links to Amazon listing B0DRFGNWV1. The page has no description text.

Spec sheet

support.apple.com/en-us/1219533Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.apple.com/en-us/121953Read 15 October 2026Apple Tech Specs page for the USB-C model, Year Introduced 2024. It is a web page, not a PDF.

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Manual

support.apple.com/guide/imac/magic-keyboard-apd0e7983e19/mac7Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/imac/magic-keyboard-apd0e7983e19/macRead 15 October 2026Official Magic Keyboard guide for iMac. It covers the Touch ID with Numeric Keypad model and describes USB-C pairing and charging.

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EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year9Maker product pageapple.com/legal/warranty/products/accessory-warranty-english.htmlRead 15 October 2026Apple One-Year Limited Warranty for Apple-branded hardware, one year from original retail purchase. The page does not name a market, and the stored prices are US.

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