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  • Avg. price: ~£150
  • Layout size: Full-size
  • Connection type: USB
  • Switch type: hall effect
  • Polling rate: 8000 Hz

Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 review. Compare 64 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among keyboards and if it is worth buying.

7.3

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the keyboard's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best keyboards on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

7.9

Technical Score

20.0%

5.1

User score

Very good
7.9

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the keyboard's technical performance, covering key areas such as switch feel, typing and gaming performance, layout and features, connectivity, build quality, backlighting, software, and comfort.

When it matters: When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

34.0%

6.5

Connectivity & Power

28.0%

7.9

Switches

20.0%

10

Materials

12.0%

7.8

Features

6.0%

8.6

Design

Very good
5.1

User score

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.

Score components:

70.0%

6.4

User reviews

30.0%

1.9

Popularity

User score:
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3.2
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(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

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  • 10
    Gaming

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Polling rate

    24.0%

    10

    Rapid trigger

    20.0%

    10

    Adjustable actuation

    16.0%

    10

    Hot-swappable switches

    12.0%

    10

    Onboard memory

  • 7.3
    Typing

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.0

    Wrist rest included

    24.0%

    10

    Legend method

    20.0%

    10

    Adjustable feet

    15.0%

    3.3

    Typing angle

    13.0%

    10

    Pre-lubed stabilizers

  • 2.8
    Programming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    1.0

    QMK support

    26.0%

    1.0

    VIA support

    18.0%

    10

    Mac compatibility

    14.0%

    0.0

    Multi-device pairing

    12.0%

    4.0

    Connection type

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Verdict

The Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100% is a full-size, highly modular gaming keyboard featuring magnetic Hall Effect switches that support advanced gaming features like Rapid Trigger, adjustable actuation points, and a high 8,000Hz wired polling rate. Its standout characteristic is the 'dual hot-swap' PCB, which allows users to mix and match both magnetic HE and standard 5-pin MX mechanical switches in a single board. Main pros include near-infinite aesthetic and functional customization through the Glorious Boardsmith, a premium gasket-mounted design for a cushioned typing feel, and multi-platform support with a dedicated Mac/Windows toggle. However, common cons include a high price point for premium configurations, potential software bugs within the Glorious CORE 2.1 ecosystem, and a stiff typing experience on certain plate materials that may feel less springy than competing enthusiast boards.

Technical Specifications of Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the keyboard's technical performance, covering key areas such as switch feel, typing and gaming performance, layout and features, connectivity, build quality, backlighting, software, and comfort.

When it matters: When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

34.0%

6.5

Connectivity & Power

28.0%

7.9

Switches

20.0%

10

Materials

12.0%

7.8

Features

6.0%

8.6

Design

7.9
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has a technical score of 7.85 points, which is higher than that of 95.5% of products in this category.
User score

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.

Score components:

70.0%

6.4

User reviews

30.0%

1.9

Popularity

User score:
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3.2
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(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

5.1
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has a user score of 5.06 points, which is lower than that of 99.4% of products in this category.
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.
1.9
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has a popularity of 1.9 points, which is lower than 74% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the keyboard's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a keyboard that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.3

Overall score

40.0%

9.7

Price

8.0
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8 points, which is higher than 60.5% of products in this category.
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

hall effect
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

linear
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

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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

0.1 mm
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has a minimum actuation distance of 0.1 mm, which is shorter than 81.8% of keyboards and equal to 14.4% of keyboards.
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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

Full-size
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

104
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has 104 keys, which is more than 74.2% of keyboards and equal to 13.9% of keyboards.
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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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

USB
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 offers USB connectivity, which is less versatile than 56.7% of keyboards and equal to 43.3% of keyboards.
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

N/A
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

N/A
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

yes
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 is Mac compatible. 44.4% of keyboards are Mac compatible.
extra Mac keycaps included.
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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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

yes
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has RGB lighting. 12.3% of keyboards have RGB lighting.
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

yes
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has per-key RGB lighting. 23% of keyboards have per-key RGB lighting.
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

104
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has 104 RGB zones, which is more than 81.3% of keyboards and equal to 10.1% of keyboards.
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

yes
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 includes underglow lighting. 68.6% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
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

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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

OEM
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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Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 uses double-shot legends, which are more durable than 25.8% of keyboards and equal to 74.2% of keyboards.
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Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 vs the average keyboard

  • 1.6 mm shorter actuation distance
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has a shorter minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (0.1 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    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

    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has a shorter minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (0.1 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.0.1 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • 8x higher polling rate
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has a higher polling rate than the average keyboard (8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz). The average keyboard has a polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
    What it is: Measures how often the keyboard reports input to the computer each second.
    When it matters: When low input delay matters and you want the keyboard reporting to the PC as often as possible.

    Importance: HIGH

    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has a higher polling rate than the average keyboard (8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz). The average keyboard has a polling rate of 1,000 Hz.8000 Hz vs 1000 Hz
  • Rapid trigger support
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 supports rapid trigger, the average keyboard does not. 18.6% of keyboards support rapid trigger.
    What it is: Shows whether keys can reset and re-trigger dynamically based on movement instead of waiting for a fixed reset point.
    When it matters: When repeated movements and very fast re-activation are important in competitive play.

    Importance: HIGH

    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 supports rapid trigger, the average keyboard does not. 18.6% of keyboards support rapid trigger.
  • Adjustable actuation
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 supports adjustable actuation, the average keyboard does not. 22.6% of keyboards offer adjustable actuation.
    What it is: Shows whether the keyboard lets you change how deep a key must travel before it registers.
    When it matters: When you want a shorter trigger for competitive play or a deeper trigger to reduce accidental presses while typing.

    Importance: HIGH

    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 supports adjustable actuation, the average keyboard does not. 22.6% of keyboards offer adjustable actuation.
  • Dual actuation support
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 supports dual actuation, the average keyboard does not. 18.5% of keyboards support dual actuation.
    What it is: Shows whether one key can trigger different actions at different press depths.
    When it matters: When assigning two actions to one key can simplify complex shortcuts or game inputs.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 supports dual actuation, the average keyboard does not. 18.5% of keyboards support dual actuation.
  • Underglow lighting
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 includes underglow lighting, the average keyboard does not. 31.6% of keyboards include underglow 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

    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 includes underglow lighting, the average keyboard does not. 31.6% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
  • 17 more keys
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has more keys than the average keyboard (104 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 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

    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has more keys than the average keyboard (104 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.104 vs 87
  • Volume control wheel
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 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

    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 includes a volume wheel, the average keyboard does not. 38.8% of keyboards include a volume wheel.
  • 17 more keys
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has more keys than the average keyboard (104 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
  • 8x higher polling rate
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has a higher polling rate than the average keyboard (8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz). The average keyboard has a polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
  • 1.6 mm shorter actuation distance
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has a shorter minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (0.1 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
  • Rapid trigger support
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 supports rapid trigger, the average keyboard does not. 18.6% of keyboards support rapid trigger.
  • Adjustable actuation
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 supports adjustable actuation, the average keyboard does not. 22.6% of keyboards offer adjustable actuation.
  • Dual actuation support
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 supports dual actuation, the average keyboard does not. 18.5% of keyboards support dual actuation.
  • Underglow lighting
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 includes underglow lighting, the average keyboard does not. 31.6% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
  • Volume control wheel
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 includes a volume wheel, the average keyboard does not. 38.8% of keyboards include a volume wheel.
  • 21 more RGB zones
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has more RGB zones than the average keyboard (104 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.

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Switches
Features
  • 107 mm wider width
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 is wider than the average keyboard (462 mm vs 355 mm). The average keyboard width is 355 mm.
  • 1 ° higher typing angle
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has a higher typing angle than the average keyboard (6 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.
  • 6 mm higher keyboard height
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 is taller than the average keyboard (44.5 mm vs 38.5 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.5 mm.
  • 6.5 mm thicker design
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 is thicker than the average keyboard (44.5 mm vs 38 mm). The average keyboard thickness is 38 mm.
  • Less versatile connectivity
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 offers less versatile connectivity than the average keyboard (USB vs USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth). The average keyboard offers USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth connectivity.
  • 2 mm longer actuation distance
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has a shorter maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (4 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.
  • Less versatile connectivity
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 offers less versatile connectivity than the average keyboard (USB vs USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth). The average keyboard offers USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth connectivity.
    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

    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 offers less versatile connectivity than the average keyboard (USB vs USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth). The average keyboard offers USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth connectivity.USB vs USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
  • 2 mm longer actuation distance
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has a shorter maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (4 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

    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has a shorter maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (4 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.4 mm vs 2 mm
  • 58.1% lower user score
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has a lower user score than the average keyboard (5.06 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.
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has a lower user score than the average keyboard (5.06 vs 8.000).5.06 vs 8
  • 107 mm wider width
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 is wider than the average keyboard (462 mm vs 355 mm). The average keyboard width is 355 mm.
    What it is: Measures the keyboard from side to side.
    When it matters: When the keyboard has to match limited desk width or fit inside a specific setup.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 is wider than the average keyboard (462 mm vs 355 mm). The average keyboard width is 355 mm.462 mm vs 355 mm
  • 1 ° higher typing angle
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has a higher typing angle than the average keyboard (6 ° 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

    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 has a higher typing angle than the average keyboard (6 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.6 ° vs 5 °
  • 6 mm higher keyboard height
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 is taller than the average keyboard (44.5 mm vs 38.5 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.5 mm.
    What it is: Measures the keyboard's vertical dimension from its base to its highest point.
    When it matters: When the keyboard has to fit under shelves, trays, or other tight desk constraints.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 is taller than the average keyboard (44.5 mm vs 38.5 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.5 mm.44.5 mm vs 38.5 mm
  • 6.5 mm thicker design
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 is thicker than the average keyboard (44.5 mm vs 38 mm). The average keyboard thickness is 38 mm.
    What it is: Measures the keyboard's front-to-back depth or body thickness.
    When it matters: When front height and overall keyboard bulk affect comfort or portability.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 is thicker than the average keyboard (44.5 mm vs 38 mm). The average keyboard thickness is 38 mm.44.5 mm vs 38 mm
  • 2.99x less popular
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 is less popular than the average keyboard (1.93 vs 5.772).
    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.
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100 is less popular than the average keyboard (1.93 vs 5.772).1.93 vs 5.77
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
3.2
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(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

What customers like about Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100?

  • Unmatched customizability with the ability to mix Hall Effect and standard MX mechanical switches
  • Solid and premium build quality with a sturdy, heavy frame
  • Vibrant and highly customizable per-key RGB backlighting
  • Excellent gaming performance featuring 8,000Hz polling rate and low latency
  • Full-size 100% layout is ideal for both competitive gaming and professional productivity
  • Innovative 'Boardsmith' configurator allows for deep personalization of components

What customers dislike about Glorious GMMK 3 HE 100?

  • Highly unreliable and buggy software experience (Glorious CORE 2.0)
  • Significant high cost, especially for fully customized or 'Pro' configurations
  • Satisfactory but inconsistent typing acoustics; some keys can sound hollow or 'clacky'
  • Poor battery life and wireless connectivity issues reported on wireless-capable models
  • Stock linear switches and stabilizers may feel 'scratchy' or 'mushy' without manual lubing
  • Stiff gasket mount design offers less 'flex' or springiness than some competitors

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Glorious GMMK 3 HE review: Endless customization

The Glorious GMMK 3 HE is an exceptionally customizable 75% mechanical gaming keyboard that serves as an accessible entry point into Hall Effect (HE) magnetic switch technology. Priced at $189.99, its core strength lies in its unique dual HE/MX hot-swappable PCB, allowing users to alternate between magnetic switches and standard mechanical switches. For performance, it utilizes...Read more

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rtings.com
02/12/2024
GLORIOUS GMMK 3 Keyboard Review

The Glorious GMMK 3, as reviewed by RTINGS, is a mechanical gaming keyboard offering excellent, low-latency performance suitable for competitive play, along with a bright, full RGB backlighting system. A key feature is its modular gasket-mount design, which provides a softer and more comfortable typing experience compared to earlier models. Despite these strengths, the keyboard is...Read more

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tomshardware.com
02/02/2025
Glorious GMMK 3 Review: Customized mainstream gaming

The Glorious GMMK 3 introduces a highly customizable ecosystem through its "Boardsmith" builder, allowing gamers to tailor everything from layout and sizes (65-percent, 75-percent, full-size) to case materials, rotary knobs, and switch plates. A major technical highlight is its innovative hybrid PCB that uniquely supports both magnetic Hall Effect (HE) switches and standard...Read more

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tweakreviews.com
12/11/2024
TweakReviews: Glorious GMMK 3 HE Review

The Glorious GMMK 3 HE review highlights the keyboard as a highly versatile peripheral that bridges the gap between high-performance gaming and comfortable office use. Evaluated in its 75% form factor, the keyboard stands out for its incorporation of innovative Hall Effect (HE) magnetic switches and comprehensive hot-swap capabilities. It is outfitted with pre-installed Glorious Fox...Read more

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rtings.com
04/12/2024
RTINGS.com: GLORIOUS GMMK 3 PRO HE Keyboard Review

The Glorious GMMK 3 PRO HE is a highly customizable, wireless gaming keyboard featuring an aluminum case, gasket-mount design, and a unique dual hot-swappable PCB supporting both MX and magnetic Hall-effect switches. It boasts excellent performance for gaming, including an 8000Hz wired polling rate, rapid trigger capabilities, and robust RGB lighting. RTINGS.com However, the...Read more

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notebookcheck.com
27/11/2024
Glorious GMMK 3 Pro HE mechanical keyboard hands-on review", "Glorious GMMK 3 Pro HE mechanical keyboard in-depth review

The Glorious GMMK 3 Pro HE is a premium, 75% mechanical keyboard featuring Hall-effect magnetic switches that offer a highly customizable typing experience. Built with an exceptionally heavy and robust dual-metal case, the keyboard delivers top-tier performance for both typing and gaming. Key advantages highlighted in the review include an excellent and natural typing feel on the...Read more

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dilpickle1.com
17/12/2024
Glorious GMMK 3 HE review: Endless customization

The Glorious GMMK 3 HE is reviewed as an incredibly customisable 75% form factor keyboard that serves as an accessible entry point for users wanting to try magnetic Hall Effect technology. Tested over several weeks in games like Deadlock and Warzone, the review highlights several major pros, including a highly responsive 8,000Hz polling rate that minimizes latency, and standard...Read more

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digitec.ch
16/11/2024
Simply too expensive: GMMK 3 Pro HE review

In a review for Digitec, the Glorious GMMK 3 Pro HE is described as a high-quality, well-finished keyboard offering excellent gaming performance, magnetic switch precision, and a satisfying typing experience. Despite these strengths, the product is deemed too expensive compared to competitors like Keychron and Akko, with the reviewer advising against the high price point. Key...Read more

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notebookcheck.biz
25/11/2024
Glorious GMMK 3 Pro HE review: A mechanical keyboard with a natural feel, but it doesn't come cheap

The Glorious Gmmk 3 Pro HE is a heavily customizable 75% mechanical keyboard featuring magnetic Hall Effect switches and a solid, robust metal chassis. It delivers an exceptional and natural typing experience with its default Fox HE red switches, complemented by a highly functional volume knob that mutes audio with a simple click. While the accompanying Glorious Core software does...Read more

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pcworld.com
10/09/2024
Glorious GMMK 3 keyboard review: Deep options, deep flaws

The Glorious GMMK 3 is recognized for offering unparalleled customization through the "Boardsmith" configurator, allowing for various layouts, materials, and a hybrid hot-swap PCB that supports both magnetic Hall Effect (HE) and traditional MX switches. Performance-wise, it offers a 8,000Hz polling rate and rapid trigger technology, but these technical advancements are severely...Read more

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rtings.com
04/12/2024
GLORIOUS GMMK 3 PRO HE Keyboard Review

The Glorious GMMK 3 Pro HE is a high-performance gaming keyboard featuring a premium CNC-aluminum case, exceptionally low latency, and a unique hot-swappable PCB allowing for both mechanical and Hall Effect magnetic switches, which support rapid trigger functionality. Key advantages include its 8000Hz polling rate, bright RGB lighting, and versatile wireless options, making it ideal...Read more

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techpowerup.com
28/10/2024
Glorious GMMK 3 Pro HE Wireless Keyboard Review

The Glorious GMMK 3 Pro HE features exceptionally robust construction, utilizing a heavy anodized aluminum bottom panel, along with a textured, knurled rotary knob and high-quality, shine-through double-shot keycaps. Aesthetic touches, including magnetic branding badges and subtle side-lighting diffusers, contribute to a high-end feel, though some might find the top-right layout...Read more

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pcmag.com
21/12/2024
Glorious GMMK 3 Review

The Glorious GMMK 3 is an ultra-premium, Editors' Choice-winning mechanical keyboard featuring extensive customization through an online configurator and a user-friendly, hot-swappable design. It boasts excellent stability from a heavy brass plate, reliable magnetic switch inputs, and unobstructed backlighting. However, the high-end Pro HE configuration is expensive at $519, and the...Read more

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racunalniske-novice.com
02/09/2025
Glorious GMMK Pro Review: What an Amazing Keyboard

The Glorious GMMK Pro is a premium 75% barebones mechanical keyboard featuring a CNC-machined aluminum housing and a specialized gasket-mount design that significantly reduces vibrations for a cushioned typing experience. Key features include a hot-swappable 5-pin PCB, integrated sound-dampening foam, and a programmable rotary encoder, bridging the gap between mass-market and...Read more

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galaxus.it
16/11/2024
What a Price: GMMK 3 Pro HE Review

The Galaxus review of the Glorious GMMK 3 Pro HE highlights a premium 75% gaming keyboard, praising its CNC-machined aluminum build, solid design, and unique versatility that allows for hot-swapping between Hall Effect and traditional 5-pin mechanical switches. Aesthetic features like customizable side RGB, a metal knob, and interchangeable badges are also noted as strengths....Read more

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