Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 Review | 64 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£180
  • Avg. price in US: ~$180
  • Layout size: 65%
  • Connection type: USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
  • Switch type: hall effect
  • Polling rate: 8000 Hz

Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 review. Compare 64 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among keyboards and if it is worth buying.

7.7

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%

7.7

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Very good
7.7

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%

7.7

Connectivity & Power

28.0%

6.9

Switches

20.0%

10

Materials

12.0%

7.5

Features

6.0%

4.3

Design

Very good
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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%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 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

  • 9.0
    Typing

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    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

  • 4.6
    Programming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    1.0

    QMK support

    26.0%

    1.0

    VIA support

    18.0%

    8.0

    Mac compatibility

    14.0%

    10

    Multi-device pairing

    12.0%

    10

    Connection type

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Verdict

The Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 is a highly customizable 65% compact keyboard featuring a dual-swappable PCB that supports both 5-pin mechanical (MX) and magnetic Hall Effect (HE) switches. Key technical specs include an 8,000Hz polling rate in wired mode, a modular gasket mount system for adjustable typing feel, and triple-zone RGB lighting. Its standout pros are the rapid trigger functionality, extensive '9 points of modularity' for deep physical customization, and pre-lubed Glorious Fox HE switches that offer smooth linear actuation. However, potential cons include a reliance on the sometimes buggy Glorious CORE software for advanced calibration, a stiff gasket feel out of the box, and a high price point when fully customized.

Technical Specifications of Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65

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%

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Connectivity & Power

28.0%

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Switches

20.0%

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Materials

12.0%

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Features

6.0%

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Design

7.7
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 has a technical score of 7.72 points, which is higher than that of 91% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 79.8% 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%

7.7

Overall score

40.0%

9.6

Price

8.3
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.3 points, which is higher than 83.2% 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

Glorious Fox HE
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 65 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

65%
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

65
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 has 65 keys, which is fewer than 88.1% of keyboards and equal to 1.7% 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 / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 offers USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth connectivity, which is more versatile than 57.9% of keyboards and equal to 42.1% 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

yes
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 supports multi-device pairing. 4.5% of keyboards support multi-device pairing.
up to 3 devices.
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

5.2
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 uses Bluetooth 5.2, which is newer than 89.1% of keyboards and equal to 9.2% of keyboards.
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

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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

28 h
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 lasts 28 h on a charge, which is shorter than 92% of keyboards and equal to 1.7% of keyboards.
2.4GHz mode.
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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 65 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 65 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

65
Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 has 65 RGB zones, which is fewer than 71.3% of keyboards and equal to 1.2% 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 65 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

north-facing
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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

plastic
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 65 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 65 vs the average keyboard

  • 1.6 mm shorter actuation distance
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 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 65 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 65 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 65 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 65 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 65 supports rapid trigger, the average keyboard does not. 18.6% of keyboards support rapid trigger.
  • Adjustable actuation
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 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 65 supports adjustable actuation, the average keyboard does not. 22.6% of keyboards offer adjustable actuation.
  • Underglow lighting
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 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 65 includes underglow lighting, the average keyboard does not. 31.6% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
  • Volume control wheel
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 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 65 includes a volume wheel, the average keyboard does not. 38.8% of keyboards include a volume wheel.
  • 25.2% lower weight
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 weighs less than the average keyboard (730 g vs 976 g). The average keyboard weighs 976 g.
    What it is: Measures the total mass of the keyboard.
    When it matters: When you care whether the keyboard feels easy to carry or heavy enough to stay planted on the desk.

    Importance: HIGH

    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 weighs less than the average keyboard (730 g vs 976 g). The average keyboard weighs 976 g.730 g vs 976 g
  • Includes wrist rest
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 includes a wrist rest, the average keyboard does not. 17% of keyboards include a wrist rest.
    What it is: Shows whether a wrist rest is included in the box instead of needing to be purchased separately.
    When it matters: When long typing or gaming sessions make wrist support more important.

    Importance: HIGH

    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 includes a wrist rest, the average keyboard does not. 17% of keyboards include a wrist rest.
  • 25.2% lower weight
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 weighs less than the average keyboard (730 g vs 976 g). The average keyboard weighs 976 g.
  • Includes wrist rest
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 includes a wrist rest, the average keyboard does not. 17% of keyboards include a wrist rest.
  • 8x higher polling rate
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 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 65 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 65 supports rapid trigger, the average keyboard does not. 18.6% of keyboards support rapid trigger.
  • Adjustable actuation
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 supports adjustable actuation, the average keyboard does not. 22.6% of keyboards offer adjustable actuation.
  • Underglow lighting
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 includes underglow lighting, the average keyboard does not. 31.6% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
  • Volume control wheel
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 includes a volume wheel, the average keyboard does not. 38.8% of keyboards include a volume wheel.
  • 22 fewer keys
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 has fewer keys than the average keyboard (65 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
  • 1 ° higher typing angle
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 has a higher typing angle than the average keyboard (6 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.
  • 4 mm higher keyboard height
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 is taller than the average keyboard (42.5 mm vs 38.5 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.5 mm.
  • 4.5 mm thicker design
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 is thicker than the average keyboard (42.5 mm vs 38 mm). The average keyboard thickness is 38 mm.
  • 138 h shorter battery life
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 lasts less long on a charge than the average keyboard (28 h vs 166 h). The average keyboard lasts 166 h on a charge.
    2.4GHz mode.
  • 2 mm longer actuation distance
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 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.
  • 18 fewer RGB zones
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (65 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
  • 2 mm longer actuation distance
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 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 65 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
  • 138 h shorter battery life
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 lasts less long on a charge than the average keyboard (28 h vs 166 h). The average keyboard lasts 166 h on a charge.
    2.4GHz 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

    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 lasts less long on a charge than the average keyboard (28 h vs 166 h). The average keyboard lasts 166 h on a charge.28 h vs 166 h
  • 22 fewer keys
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 has fewer keys than the average keyboard (65 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 65 has fewer keys than the average keyboard (65 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.65 vs 87
  • 18 fewer RGB zones
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (65 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

    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (65 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.65 vs 83
  • 5.77x less popular
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 is less popular than the average keyboard (1.00 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 65 is less popular than the average keyboard (1.00 vs 5.772).1 vs 5.77
  • 38.5% more expensive
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 is more expensive than the average keyboard (£180 vs £130).
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 is more expensive than the average keyboard (£180 vs £130).£180 vs £130
  • 1 ° higher typing angle
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 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 65 has a higher typing angle than the average keyboard (6 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.6 ° vs 5 °
  • 4 mm higher keyboard height
    Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65 is taller than the average keyboard (42.5 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 65 is taller than the average keyboard (42.5 mm vs 38.5 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.5 mm.42.5 mm vs 38.5 mm

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65?

  • Unmatched customization options through the Boardsmith ecosystem, including interchangeable top plates and knobs
  • Dual-switch compatibility allows users to mix and match Hall Effect (magnetic) and standard mechanical switches on the same PCB
  • High-performance gaming features including 8,000Hz wired polling rate and Rapid Trigger technology
  • Hot-swappable design makes it easy to repair and modify without technical expertise
  • Premium build quality with a sturdy frame (available in both plastic and CNC aluminum 'Pro' versions)
  • Vibrant per-key RGB lighting with side-profile light strips and shine-through PBT keycaps

What customers dislike about Glorious GMMK 3 HE 65?

  • High price point compared to competitors like Wooting or Keychron, especially for fully-configured builds
  • Glorious Core software is often described as buggy, inconsistent, or lacking advanced features like SOCD/Snap Tap
  • Mixed reviews on typing acoustics, with some users reporting a hollow sound or inconsistent stabilizers
  • Layout changes in the 65/75% models have been criticized for removing key separation, making it harder to find navigation keys by feel
  • Limited compatible HE switch options compared to other magnetic keyboard brands
  • Wireless performance (in Pro models) is capped at a 1,000Hz polling rate, unlike the 8,000Hz wired mode

Expert reviews

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tomsguide.com
12/12/2024

The Glorious GMMK 3 HE positions itself as a mid-range, customizable gaming keyboard that introduces Hall Effect (HE) magnetic functionality to the lower tier of Glorious' lineup, retail-priced between $179 and $199 depending on the layout choice (65%, 75%, or 100%). Its defining "party trick" is an innovative dual hot-swappable PCB socket that uniquely supports both HE magnetic...Read more

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pcmag.com
21/12/2024

The PCMag review highlights the Glorious GMMK 3 as an Editors' Choice, ultra-premium, "bespoke" device that serves as an exceptional entry point into the keyboard-modding hobby. It is highly praised for its near-infinite customizability via the Boardsmith tool, allowing users to easily tailor everything from typing feel to aesthetic parts, while delivering top-notch performance with...Read more

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rtings.com
02/12/2024

The Glorious GMMK 3, as reviewed by RTINGS, is a modular mechanical keyboard featuring a gasket-mount design, exceptionally bright RGB lighting, and strong typing performance. It is recognized for offering low latency in a functional, versatile package suited for various gaming genres. Conversely, the review identifies significant drawbacks, including inconsistent latency, a low...Read more

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dilpickle1.com
17/12/2024

The Glorious GMMK 3 HE review highlights it as an exceptionally customizable 75% mechanical gaming keyboard that serves as an accessible entry point into Hall Effect (HE) technology. On the positive side, its defining feature is its supreme versatility; the unique hot-swap PCB supports both Glorious' own HE switches (including rare tactile and clicky HE variations) and standard MX...Read more

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au.pcmag.com
22/12/2024

The Glorious GMMK 3 is an ultra-premium mechanical keyboard that stands out for its near-infinite, bespoke customizability, making it a highly accessible entry point into the custom keyboard hobby. Users can select nearly every physical component through an online configurator, choosing between three layout sizes (65%, 75%, or 100%), independent top and bottom frame materials like...Read more

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tomshardware.com
02/02/2025

The Glorious GMMK 3 is a highly customisable mainstream gaming keyboard line offered in pre-built configurations or custom-designed through the "Boardsmith" builder. It accommodates users with options for 65-percent, 75-percent, or full-size layouts, wired or wireless connectivity, and an innovative magnetic PCB that supports both standard mechanical and magnetic Hall Effect (HE)...Read more

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rtings.com
04/12/2024

The Glorious GMMK 3 Pro HE is a highly customizable, wireless gaming keyboard featuring a unique hot-swappable PCB that supports both traditional mechanical and Hall effect magnetic switches. Key strengths include exceptional low-latency performance with an 8000Hz polling rate, robust build quality with an aluminum case, and extensive software customization for actuation points....Read more

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uk.pcmag.com
21/12/2024

The Glorious GMMK 3 is an ultra-premium mechanical keyboard that stands out for its near-infinite factory customizability, making it a great gateway into the keyboard-modding hobby. Users can completely tailor the board's aesthetics, typing feel, and sizes, with options spanning 65%, 75%, and 100% layouts. The specific Pro HE configuration tested features a heavy brass switch plate...Read more

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techpowerup.com
28/10/2024

The TechPowerUp review of the Glorious GMMK 3 Pro HE highlights its innovative dual-compatibility PCB, allowing users to switch between magnetic Hall Effect (HE) and standard 5-pin mechanical switches. Featuring a high-quality aluminum build, modular gasket blocks, and advanced gaming features like Rapid Trigger, the keyboard boasts a flexible typing experience. However, initial...Read more

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eurogamer.net
10/09/2024

However, the keyboard is held back by several notable software flaws and missing user-experience refinements. The companion GMMK Core software exhibits buggy behavior, such as a battery indicator that inaccurately reads at 100 percent permanently. Physical hardware instructions are severely lacking; there is no clear manual included in the box to detail the ambiguous Bluetooth...Read more

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techteamgb.co.uk
20/01/2025

The Glorious GMMK 3 HE stands out as an exceptionally customizable Hall Effect (magnetic) keyboard that uniquely features a PCB with orange hotswap connectors, allowing users to mix and match both magnetic and traditional mechanical switches. Designed for effortless disassembly and high repairability, it uses a press-fit system for its rubber feet—eliminating messy adhesives—and...Read more

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pccasegear.com
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The Glorious GMMK 3 Pro HE 65 is a premium 65% keyboard featuring a durable CNC-machined aluminum chassis and a unique dual-compatibility PCB that supports both magnetic Hall Effect and traditional MX switches. It is optimized for gaming with an 8,000 Hz polling rate and rapid-trigger technology, complemented by bright three-zone RGB lighting. However, the experience is hindered by...Read more

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hardwareluxx.de
27/01/2025

The Glorious GMMK 3 Pro HE marks the third generation of the brand's modular keyboard lineup, aiming to bridge the gap between mass-produced gaming peripherals and high-end boutique custom keyboards. Priced at a premium €330 to €465 depending on the configuration and layout size, the keyboard introduces a highly customizable ecosystem designed to offer a bespoke "custom feeling"...Read more

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mein-mmo.de
24/01/2025

Overview and Features The Glorious GMMK3 HE (75%) is a modular gaming keyboard retailing at €219.99 that features highly customizable Hall-Effect (magnetic) switches. Tested by Benedikt Schlotmann, its standout features are the "Glorious Fox HE" linear switches and "Rapid Trigger" functionality. These allow users to adjust individual key actuation points from 0.1 mm to 4.0 mm,...Read more

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spieletester.de
12/11/2024

The Glorious GMMK 3 HE wired keyboard is a highly modular peripheral designed to appeal to both mainstream gamers and mechanical keyboard enthusiasts. A standout strength highlighted in the review is its exceptional modularity; users can easily swap out case badges, volume knobs, custom plates, keycaps, and switches utilizing the included bundled tools. Testing the standard Fox HE...Read more

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hardwareinside.de
22/10/2024

Overview and Performance Pros, Cons, and Customization The review highlights extensive modularity as the keyboard's standout feature, noting that every component—including the internal dampeners, switch plates, outer chassis, and keycaps—can be fully swapped and customized. Key Takeaways Pros: Exceptional build quality, excellent acoustics, a premium typing feel, full HotSwap...Read more

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gamestar.de
22/10/2024

Glorious GMMK 3 HE Review Summary The Glorious GMMK 3 HE (75% layout) is a highly customizable, pre-built custom gaming keyboard priced at €220 that serves as an excellent, user-friendly entry point into the world of enthusiast keyboards. It stands out for its extensive 9-point modularity allowing users to easily swap components like the top and bottom case frames, the programmable...Read more

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digitec.ch
16/11/2024

The Digitec review of the Glorious GMMK 3 Pro HE highlights exceptional build quality, a premium, clean design, and a comfortable, flexible typing experience due to an improved gasket mount system. Its Hall effect magnetic switches and high-quality PBT keycaps make it a strong, responsive choice for gaming. However, the keyboard is heavily criticized for its high price point...Read more

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overclocking.com
26/03/2026

The Glorious GMMK 3 75% is a highly modular gaming keyboard priced at 108.99 € that focuses heavily on customisation and user adaptability. Measuring 338 x 152 x 44.5 mm and weighing 0.81 kg, this compact 75% layout keyboard features pre-lubricated Glorious Fox linear switches and proprietary double-shot "GPBT" keycaps. The standout strength of this model is its extreme modularity;...Read more

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galaxus.it
16/11/2024

The Galaxus review of the GMMK 3 Pro HE highlights an excellent, high-quality typing experience featuring a flexible, gasket-mounted design and a premium CNC-machined aluminum finish. It boasts high physical flexibility with a hot-swappable PCB that supports both magnetic Hall Effect and mechanical switches, offering, along with its fast-paced gaming performance. However, the review...Read more

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technologyinsider.nl
14/12/2025

The Technology Insider review highlights the Glorious GMMK 3 Pro 75% wired keyboard as a robust, premium-built device, featuring a 1.8-kilogram CNC aluminum chassis that provides superior desk stability and a heavy, tactile typing experience. The keyboard is noted for its vibrant per-key RGB lighting, enhanced by side-lighting strips, along with highly responsive switches suitable...Read more

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tweakers.net
17/11/2025

The Glorious GMMK 3 PRO (75%, Wired, QWERTY US, Black) is a premium pre-built mechanical keyboard praised for its exceptional hardware quality and incredibly robust construction. Weighing a massive 1.8 kg due to its solid aluminium chassis, it provides an ultra-stable, premium typing experience completely free of flex or rattling. The tested model comes equipped with pre-lubricated...Read more

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techpowerup.com
28/10/2024

The TechPowerUp review highlights the Glorious GMMK 3 Pro HE Wireless for its exceptional modularity, utilizing the "Boardsmith" configurator for extensive customization, a sturdy CNC-machined aluminum build, and a dual-compatibility PCB that supports both MX and Hall Effect (HE) switches. Performance features include rapid trigger and magnetic switch capabilities alongside an...Read more

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