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8BitDo Retro 87 Review | 64 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£90
Avg. price in US: ~$120
Layout size: TKL
Connection type: USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
Switch type: mechanical
Polling rate: 1000 Hz

8BitDo Retro 87 review. Compare 64 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among keyboards and if it is worth buying.

6.9

Good

6.3

Good

9.5

Exceptional

2.8
Gaming
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Polling rate
24.0%
1.0
Rapid trigger
20.0%
1.0
Adjustable actuation
16.0%
10
Hot-swappable switches
12.0%
4.0
Onboard memory
5.5
Typing
Score components:
28.0%
4.0
Wrist rest included
24.0%
9.0
Legend method
20.0%
4.0
Adjustable feet
15.0%
1.0
Typing angle
13.0%
10
Pre-lubed stabilizers
3.3
Programming
Score components:
30.0%
1.0
QMK support
26.0%
1.0
VIA support
18.0%
1.0
Mac compatibility
14.0%
10
Multi-device pairing
12.0%
10
Connection type

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Verdict

The 8BitDo Retro 87 is a tenkeyless (TKL), 87-key mechanical keyboard featuring a nostalgic NES/Famicom or Xbox-inspired design with premium dye-sub PBT keycaps and clicky Kailh Box White V2 switches (or Jellyfish X). It offers excellent versatility with hot-swappable PCB support, Bluetooth, 2.4G wireless, and USB-C connectivity, plus unique dual 'Super Buttons' for mapping macros without software. Key pros include superb build quality, 200+ hours of battery life, and high-responsiveness, while potential cons are limited to the high-pitched noise of the clicky switches and a relatively high-profile design.

Technical Specifications of 8BitDo Retro 87

Overall score

6.9

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the keyboard.

When it matters: When you prefer a keyboard that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.

Switches

4.2

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Switch type

What it is: Identifies the switch technology used by the keyboard, such as mechanical, optical, or Hall effect.

When it matters: When you are choosing between different response technologies and their long-term behavior.

Importance: HIGH

mechanical

Switch feel

What it is: Describes the keypress character, such as linear, tactile, or clicky.

When it matters: When the sensation of each keypress changes comfort, control, and noise level for your use.

Importance: HIGH

tactile

Switch name

What it is: States the specific switch model used by the keyboard.

When it matters: When the exact switch model matters because small tuning differences affect your preference.

Importance: MEDIUM

Kailh Box White V2

Actuation force

What it is: Measures how much force is needed to actuate a key.

When it matters: When finger fatigue, accidental presses, or key resistance matters to your typing style.

Importance: HIGH

45 g

Min actuation distance

What it is: Measures the shortest key travel needed to register an input.

When it matters: When faster key response matters and you want the shortest possible trigger point under your fingers.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Design

5.8

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Keyboard type

What it is: Identifies the keyboard technology, such as mechanical, membrane, optical, or Hall effect.

When it matters: When you need a keyboard built around a specific switch technology or feel profile.

Importance: HIGH

mechanical

Layout size

What it is: States the keyboard form factor and how much of the standard keyset it includes.

When it matters: When desk space, portability, or access to a full key set affects how you work or play.

Importance: HIGH

TKL

Layout standard

What it is: Specifies the regional layout standard, such as ANSI, ISO, or JIS.

When it matters: When you need a regional key layout that matches your language habits or keycap set.

Importance: MEDIUM

ANSI

N. of keys

What it is: States how many keys are present on the keyboard.

When it matters: When you need a certain number of keys for shortcuts, navigation, or a numpad.

Importance: MEDIUM

Profile

What it is: Describes whether the keyboard uses a low-profile or standard-height design.

When it matters: When key height changes your typing comfort, travel distance, or the overall desk setup.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Connectivity & Power

6.8

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Connection type

What it is: Specifies how the keyboard connects, such as USB, 2.4 GHz wireless, or Bluetooth.

When it matters: When latency, cable management, or wireless flexibility is part of your buying decision.

Importance: HIGH

Multi-device pairing

What it is: Shows whether the keyboard can stay paired with multiple devices for quicker switching.

When it matters: When you switch regularly between a laptop, tablet, and other devices on one desk.

Importance: HIGH

Bluetooth version

What it is: States the Bluetooth generation supported for wireless pairing.

When it matters: When wireless stability, compatibility, and energy efficiency are part of what you compare.

Importance: MEDIUM

Mac compatibility

What it is: Shows whether the keyboard is intended to work properly with macOS layouts, shortcuts, or legends.

When it matters: When you need the keyboard to work properly with macOS shortcuts and key mapping.

Importance: HIGH

Battery life

What it is: Estimates how long the keyboard can run on a full charge.

When it matters: When the keyboard needs to last through workweeks, travel, or long gaming stretches without constant charging.

Importance: HIGH

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Features

4.7

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RGB lighting

What it is: Shows whether the keyboard includes customizable RGB lighting effects.

When it matters: When visual customization and desk aesthetics matter to your setup.

Importance: HIGH

Per-key RGB

What it is: Shows whether each key can be lit and controlled independently instead of sharing one uniform lighting zone.

When it matters: When customizing each key individually matters for visuals, games, or shortcut visibility.

Importance: HIGH

RGB zones

What it is: States how many RGB lighting zones can be controlled separately.

When it matters: When you want more lighting control than a simple all-at-once backlight can provide.

Importance: LOW

Underglow / side lighting

What it is: Shows whether the case includes lighting around the underside or outer edges in addition to the keys themselves.

When it matters: When edge lighting is part of the visual style you want from the keyboard.

Importance: MEDIUM

Backlight direction

What it is: Specifies whether the switches use north-facing or south-facing backlighting.

When it matters: When you care about switch compatibility, keycap interference, or lighting placement.

Importance: LOW

N/A

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Materials

9.4

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Case material

What it is: Describes the main material used for the keyboard case.

When it matters: When build feel, rigidity, and overall finish influence your sense of quality.

Importance: HIGH

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Plate material

What it is: Describes the material used for the mounting plate beneath the switches.

When it matters: When keyboard stiffness, sound profile, and bottom-out feel matter more than the switch spec sheet alone.

Importance: HIGH

aluminum

Keycap material

What it is: Describes the material used to make the keycaps.

When it matters: When surface texture, wear resistance, and sound of the keycaps affect your choice.

Importance: HIGH

PBT

Keycap profile

What it is: Describes the shape and height profile of the keycaps.

When it matters: When key shape and sculpting affect comfort, wrist angle, and the sound of each press.

Importance: MEDIUM

MDA

Legend method

What it is: Describes how the legends are applied to the keycaps, which affects durability and visibility.

When it matters: When you care about how long key legends stay readable after heavy use.

Importance: MEDIUM

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8BitDo Retro 87 vs the average keyboard

Why is 8BitDo Retro 87 better than the average keyboard?

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0.4 mm shorter key travel
8BitDo Retro 87 has 3.6 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.
What it is: Measures the full distance a key can move from top to bottom.
When it matters: When full key movement changes comfort, speed, or the way the keyboard feels under your fingers.
Importance: MEDIUM
8BitDo Retro 87 has 3.6 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.3.6 mm vs 4 mm
134 h longer battery life
8BitDo Retro 87 lasts longer on a charge than the average keyboard (300 h vs 166 h). The average keyboard lasts 166 h on a charge.
Bluetooth mode.
What it is: Estimates how long the keyboard can run on a full charge.
When it matters: When the keyboard needs to last through workweeks, travel, or long gaming stretches without constant charging.
Importance: HIGH
8BitDo Retro 87 lasts longer on a charge than the average keyboard (300 h vs 166 h). The average keyboard lasts 166 h on a charge.300 h vs 166 h
Volume control wheel
8BitDo Retro 87 includes a volume wheel, the average keyboard does not. 38.8% of keyboards include a volume wheel.
What it is: Shows whether the keyboard includes a dedicated wheel or roller for hardware volume control.
When it matters: When frequent hardware volume control matters enough that you do not want to rely on function-key shortcuts.
Importance: MEDIUM
8BitDo Retro 87 includes a volume wheel, the average keyboard does not. 38.8% of keyboards include a volume wheel.
0.2 mm shorter actuation distance
8BitDo Retro 87 has a longer maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.8 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.
What it is: Measures the highest configurable actuation point or trigger position.
When it matters: When you want precise control over how deep a key can be set to trigger for different games or typing styles.
Importance: MEDIUM
8BitDo Retro 87 has a longer maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.8 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.1.8 mm vs 2 mm
18.2% higher user score
8BitDo Retro 87 has a higher user score than the average keyboard (9.45 vs 8.000).
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.
When it matters: When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.
8BitDo Retro 87 has a higher user score than the average keyboard (9.45 vs 8.000).9.45 vs 8
44.4% cheaper
8BitDo Retro 87 is cheaper than the average keyboard (£90 vs £130).
8BitDo Retro 87 is cheaper than the average keyboard (£90 vs £130).£90 vs £130
134 h longer battery life
8BitDo Retro 87 lasts longer on a charge than the average keyboard (300 h vs 166 h). The average keyboard lasts 166 h on a charge.
0.4 mm shorter key travel
8BitDo Retro 87 has 3.6 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.
0.2 mm shorter actuation distance
8BitDo Retro 87 has a longer maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.8 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.
Volume control wheel
8BitDo Retro 87 includes a volume wheel, the average keyboard does not. 38.8% of keyboards include a volume wheel.

Connectivity & Power

Why is 8BitDo Retro 87 worse than the average keyboard?

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No adjustable feet
8BitDo Retro 87 does not have adjustable feet, the average keyboard does. 85.5% of keyboards have adjustable feet.
2 ° higher typing angle
8BitDo Retro 87 has a higher typing angle than the average keyboard (7 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.
8.3 mm higher keyboard height
8BitDo Retro 87 is taller than the average keyboard (46.8 mm vs 38.5 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.5 mm.
8.8 mm thicker design
8BitDo Retro 87 is thicker than the average keyboard (46.8 mm vs 38 mm). The average keyboard thickness is 38 mm.
7.6% higher weight
8BitDo Retro 87 weighs more than the average keyboard (1,050 g vs 976 g). The average keyboard weighs 976 g.
50% smaller battery capacity
8BitDo Retro 87 has a smaller battery than the average keyboard (2,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh). The average keyboard has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh.
Limited Mac support
8BitDo Retro 87 is not Mac compatible, the average keyboard is. 55.8% of keyboards are Mac compatible.
2 h longer charging time
8BitDo Retro 87 charges more slowly than the average keyboard (6 h vs 4 h). The average keyboard takes 4 h to charge.
source range 4-8 h.
Older Bluetooth version
8BitDo Retro 87 uses an older Bluetooth version than the average keyboard (5 vs 5.2). The average keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2.
0.1 mm longer minimum actuation distance
8BitDo Retro 87 has a longer minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.8 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
No per-key RGB lighting
8BitDo Retro 87 does not have per-key RGB, the average keyboard does. 77% of keyboards offer per-key RGB.
No onboard memory
8BitDo Retro 87 does not include onboard memory, the average keyboard does. 85.7% of keyboards include onboard memory.
82 fewer RGB zones
8BitDo Retro 87 has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (1 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
50% smaller battery capacity
8BitDo Retro 87 has a smaller battery than the average keyboard (2,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh). The average keyboard has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh.
What it is: Measures how much electric charge the battery can store, usually in mAh.
When it matters: When you want rough battery context behind the runtime claim instead of trusting the advertised hours alone.
Importance: HIGH
8BitDo Retro 87 has a smaller battery than the average keyboard (2,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh). The average keyboard has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh.2000 mAh vs 4000 mAh
Limited Mac support
8BitDo Retro 87 is not Mac compatible, the average keyboard is. 55.8% of keyboards are Mac compatible.
What it is: Shows whether the keyboard is intended to work properly with macOS layouts, shortcuts, or legends.
When it matters: When you need the keyboard to work properly with macOS shortcuts and key mapping.
Importance: HIGH
8BitDo Retro 87 is not Mac compatible, the average keyboard is. 55.8% of keyboards are Mac compatible.
No per-key RGB lighting
8BitDo Retro 87 does not have per-key RGB, the average keyboard does. 77% of keyboards offer per-key RGB.
What it is: Shows whether each key can be lit and controlled independently instead of sharing one uniform lighting zone.
When it matters: When customizing each key individually matters for visuals, games, or shortcut visibility.
Importance: HIGH
8BitDo Retro 87 does not have per-key RGB, the average keyboard does. 77% of keyboards offer per-key RGB.
No onboard memory
8BitDo Retro 87 does not include onboard memory, the average keyboard does. 85.7% of keyboards include onboard memory.
What it is: Shows whether the keyboard can store profiles, lighting, or remaps internally instead of depending only on software.
When it matters: When you move between multiple PCs and want your remaps, macros, or lighting to travel with the keyboard.
Importance: HIGH
8BitDo Retro 87 does not include onboard memory, the average keyboard does. 85.7% of keyboards include onboard memory.
2 h longer charging time
8BitDo Retro 87 charges more slowly than the average keyboard (6 h vs 4 h). The average keyboard takes 4 h to charge.
source range 4-8 h.
What it is: Measures how long the battery needs for a full recharge.
When it matters: When short charging windows matter and you do not want the keyboard tied to a cable for too long.
Importance: MEDIUM
8BitDo Retro 87 charges more slowly than the average keyboard (6 h vs 4 h). The average keyboard takes 4 h to charge.6 h vs 4 h
82 fewer RGB zones
8BitDo Retro 87 has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (1 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
What it is: States how many RGB lighting zones can be controlled separately.
When it matters: When you want more lighting control than a simple all-at-once backlight can provide.
Importance: LOW
8BitDo Retro 87 has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (1 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.1 vs 83
Older Bluetooth version
8BitDo Retro 87 uses an older Bluetooth version than the average keyboard (5 vs 5.2). The average keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2.
What it is: States the Bluetooth generation supported for wireless pairing.
When it matters: When wireless stability, compatibility, and energy efficiency are part of what you compare.
Importance: MEDIUM
8BitDo Retro 87 uses an older Bluetooth version than the average keyboard (5 vs 5.2). The average keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2.5.0 vs 5.2
2 ° higher typing angle
8BitDo Retro 87 has a higher typing angle than the average keyboard (7 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.
What it is: Measures the incline of the keyboard during use.
When it matters: When wrist posture and typing comfort depend on how steeply the keyboard sits.
Importance: MEDIUM
8BitDo Retro 87 has a higher typing angle than the average keyboard (7 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.7 ° vs 5 °

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Third-party reviews

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What customers like about 8BitDo Retro 87?

Sturdy and high-quality build with a weighted feel for stability
Excellent nostalgic aesthetic (NES, Famicom, C64, or Xbox themes)
Satisfying tactile and clicky typing experience with Kailh Box V2 White switches
Versatile tri-mode connectivity: Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless, and wired USB-C
Hot-swappable PCB allows for easy switch customization without soldering
Unique and fun 'Dual Super Buttons' accessory for macro programming
Long-lasting battery life, often rated up to 200 hours per charge
Intuitive physical control knobs for volume and connection modes
Highly competitive and reasonable price point for its feature set

What customers dislike about 8BitDo Retro 87?

Lacks backlighting or 'shine-through' keycaps, making it hard to see keys in the dark
Default clicky switches are very loud and may be disruptive in office environments
Fixed typing angle with no adjustable feet on the 87-key model
The 87-key (TKL) layout lacks a dedicated number pad
Some users find the 'Super Buttons' or additional joysticks a bit mushy or gimmicky
Available primarily in US ANSI layout, which may frustrate international users needing ISO keys
Plastic chassis can sound slightly hollow to high-end keyboard enthusiasts

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