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Gravastar Mercury V60 Pro Review | 64 Data compared

Avg. price:~£130Layout size:60%Connection type:USBSwitch type:hall effectPolling rate:8000 Hz

Gravastar Mercury V60 Pro Review: Compare 64 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Keyboards category and whether it is worth buying.

7.8

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 10
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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 distribution
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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

80%

7.5

Technical score

20%

8.7

User score

★Better than 90% of keyboards
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Keyboards category across these key areas: Switches, Design, Connectivity & Power, Features, Materials.
When it matters
When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 82% of models
Score components

34%

6.1

Connectivity & Power

28%

9.0

Switches

20%

9.5

Materials

12%

6.6

Features

6%

3.8

Design

â–²Better than 82% of keyboards
8.7

User score

User score
8.7/ 10
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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 distribution
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â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

70%

9.1

User ratings

30%

7.8

Number of reviews

Based on 546 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–²Better than 78% of keyboards
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Technical Specifications of keyboard Gravastar Mercury V60 Pro

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Keyboards category across these key areas: Switches, Design, Connectivity & Power, Features, Materials.
When it matters
When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 82% of models
Score components:

34%

6.1

Connectivity & Power

28%

9.0

Switches

20%

9.5

Materials

12%

6.6

Features

6%

3.8

Design

7.5
User score
User score
8.7/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

70%

9.1

User ratings

30%

7.8

Number of reviews

Based on 546 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.7
Popularity
Popularity
7.8/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 71% of models
Popularity:
Gravastar Mercury V60 Pro has a popularity score of 7.8 points, which is higher than that of 71.4% of products in this category.
7.8
Value for money
Value for money
8.4/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 89% of models
Score components:

60%

7.8

Overall score

40%

9.8

Price

8.4
Switch type
hall effect
Switch feel
linear
Switch name
?
Actuation force
40 g
Min actuation distance
0.005 mm
Min actuation distance
0.005 mm
★ Better than 98% of models
Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
This keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 0.005 mm, which is shorter than 97.9% of keyboards and equal to 1.2% of keyboards.
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Keyboard type
mechanical
Layout size
60%
Layout standard
ANSI
N. of keys
61
N. of keys
61
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Market range: <64 – >108
This keyboard has 61 keys, which is fewer than 92.2% of keyboards and equal to 7% of keyboards.
Profile
standard
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Connection type
USB
Connection type
USB
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
This keyboard offers USB connectivity, which is less versatile than 57.6% of keyboards and equal to 42.5% of keyboards.
Multi-device pairing
N/A
Bluetooth version
N/A
Mac compatibility
?
Battery life
N/A
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RGB lighting
yes
RGB lighting
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This keyboard has RGB lighting. 12.4% of keyboards have RGB lighting.
Per-key RGB
yes
Per-key RGB
yes
â–² Better than 28% of models
This keyboard has per-key RGB lighting. 27.6% of keyboards have per-key RGB lighting.
RGB zones
61
RGB zones
61
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <0 – >104
This keyboard has 61 RGB zones, which is fewer than 75% of keyboards and equal to 6.1% of keyboards.
Underglow / side lighting
?
Backlight direction
south-facing
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Case material
aluminum
Plate material
polycarbonate
Keycap material
ABS / polycarbonate
Keycap profile
OEM
Legend method
dye-sub
Legend method
dye-sub
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
This keyboard uses dye-sub legends, which are less durable than 75.1% of keyboards and equal to 10.9% of keyboards.
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Gravastar Mercury V60 Pro vs the average keyboard

246810TotalDesignConnectivity & PowerSwitchesMaterialsFeatures
  • 1.7 mm shorter actuation distance
    Min actuation distance
    0.005 mm
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
    This keyboard has a shorter minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (0 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    0.005 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • 8x higher polling rate
    Polling rate
    8,000 Hz
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1k Hz – >8k Hz
    This keyboard has a higher polling rate than the average keyboard (8000 Hz vs 1000 Hz). The average keyboard has a polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • Rapid trigger support
    Rapid trigger
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This keyboard supports rapid trigger, the average keyboard does not. 18.6% of keyboards support rapid trigger.
  • 0.5 mm shorter key travel
    Total travel distance
    3.5 mm
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <3.2 mm – >4 mm
    This keyboard has 3.5 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.
    3.5 mm vs 4 mm
  • Analog input support
    Analog input
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This keyboard supports analog input, the average keyboard does not. 9.5% of keyboards support analog input.
  • Adjustable actuation
    Adjustable actuation
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This keyboard supports adjustable actuation, the average keyboard does not. 21.9% of keyboards offer adjustable actuation.
  • 64x higher matrix scan rate
    Matrix scan rate
    256,000 Hz
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <1k Hz – >8k Hz
    This keyboard has a higher matrix scan rate than the average keyboard (256000 Hz vs 4000 Hz). The average keyboard has a matrix scan rate of 4000 Hz.
    256,000 Hz vs 4,000 Hz
  • 7.1% better value for money
    Gravastar Mercury V60 Pro has better value for money than the average keyboard (8.39 vs 7.8).
    8.39 vs 7.84
  • 7.1% better value for money
    Gravastar Mercury V60 Pro has better value for money than the average keyboard (8.39 vs 7.8).
    8.39 vs 7.84
  • 8.9% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 10
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    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 distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Gravastar Mercury V60 Pro
    the average keyboard
    Gravastar Mercury V60 Pro has a higher user score than the average keyboard (8.71 vs 8.000).
    8.71 vs 8
  • 12.1% lower weight
    Weight
    860 g
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <605 g – >1.6k g
    This keyboard weighs less than the average keyboard (860 g vs 978 g). The average keyboard weighs 978 g.
    860 g vs 978 g
  • 2 newer release date
    Release date
    2025
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This keyboard is newer than the average keyboard (2025 vs 2023). The average keyboard was released in 2023.
    November 2025
    2025 vs 2023
  • 1.7 mm shorter actuation distance
    Min actuation distance
    0.005 mm
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
    This keyboard has a shorter minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (0 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    0.005 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • 8x higher polling rate
    Polling rate
    8,000 Hz
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1k Hz – >8k Hz
    This keyboard has a higher polling rate than the average keyboard (8000 Hz vs 1000 Hz). The average keyboard has a polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • Rapid trigger support
    Rapid trigger
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This keyboard supports rapid trigger, the average keyboard does not. 18.6% of keyboards support rapid trigger.
  • 0.5 mm shorter key travel
    Total travel distance
    3.5 mm
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <3.2 mm – >4 mm
    This keyboard has 3.5 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.
    3.5 mm vs 4 mm
  • Analog input support
    Analog input
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This keyboard supports analog input, the average keyboard does not. 9.5% of keyboards support analog input.
  • Adjustable actuation
    Adjustable actuation
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This keyboard supports adjustable actuation, the average keyboard does not. 21.9% of keyboards offer adjustable actuation.
  • 64x higher matrix scan rate
    Matrix scan rate
    256,000 Hz
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <1k Hz – >8k Hz
    This keyboard has a higher matrix scan rate than the average keyboard (256000 Hz vs 4000 Hz). The average keyboard has a matrix scan rate of 4000 Hz.
    256,000 Hz vs 4,000 Hz
  • Less versatile connectivity
    Connection type
    USB
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This keyboard 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
  • 26 fewer keys
    N. of keys
    61
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <64 – >108
    This keyboard has fewer keys than the average keyboard (61 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
    61 vs 87
  • Less durable legends
    Legend method
    dye-sub
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This keyboard uses dye-sub legends, while the average keyboard uses double-shot.
    dye-sub vs double-shot
  • 1.5 mm longer actuation distance
    Max actuation distance
    3.5 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <1.6 mm – >4 mm
    This keyboard has a shorter maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (3.5 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.
    3.5 mm vs 2 mm
  • 22 fewer RGB zones
    RGB zones
    61
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 – >104
    This keyboard has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (61 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
    61 vs 83
  • No adjustable feet
    Adjustable feet
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This keyboard does not have adjustable feet, the average keyboard does. 86.1% of keyboards have adjustable feet.
  • 2.75 mm higher keyboard height
    Height
    41 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <24.1 mm – >44 mm
    This keyboard is taller than the average keyboard (41 mm vs 38.25 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.25 mm.
    41 mm vs 38.25 mm
  • 26 fewer keys
    N. of keys
    61
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <64 – >108
    This keyboard has fewer keys than the average keyboard (61 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
    61 vs 87
  • No adjustable feet
    Adjustable feet
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This keyboard does not have adjustable feet, the average keyboard does. 86.1% of keyboards have adjustable feet.
  • 2.75 mm higher keyboard height
    Height
    41 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <24.1 mm – >44 mm
    This keyboard is taller than the average keyboard (41 mm vs 38.25 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.25 mm.
    41 mm vs 38.25 mm
  • Less versatile connectivity
    Connection type
    USB
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This keyboard 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
  • 1.5 mm longer actuation distance
    Max actuation distance
    3.5 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <1.6 mm – >4 mm
    This keyboard has a shorter maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (3.5 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.
    3.5 mm vs 2 mm
  • Less durable legends
    Legend method
    dye-sub
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This keyboard uses dye-sub legends, while the average keyboard uses double-shot.
    dye-sub vs double-shot
  • 22 fewer RGB zones
    RGB zones
    61
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 – >104
    This keyboard has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (61 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
    61 vs 83

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pcgamer.com
05/03/2026
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trustedreviews.com
23/12/2025
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notebookcheck.nl
18/11/2025
Summary of the review
The GravaStar Mercury V60 Pro HE gaming keyboard features a sturdy aluminum frame
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Third-party reviews

Based on 546 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: June 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Gravastar Mercury V60 Pro

  • Ultra-low latency with an 8,000Hz polling rate (0.125ms per-key response)
  • High-performance Hall Effect (magnetic) switches with adjustable actuation (0.005mm to 3.5mm)
  • Unique sci-fi, 'liquid metal' aluminum case design with premium unboxing experience
  • Highly functional 60% layout that retains arrow keys and a dedicated delete key
  • Web-based driver customization eliminates the need for bulky software installations
  • Stable and smooth typing experience with pre-lubricated UFO magnetic switches
  • Extensive gaming features including Rapid Trigger, SOCD, and analog controller emulation

What we don't like about Gravastar Mercury V60 Pro

  • Premium price point compared to other compact mechanical keyboards
  • The 60% layout with a shrunken right-shift key can be difficult for some to adapt to
  • Lighting is effective on sides but may not be the brightest for top-down visibility
  • Spacebar can feel slightly hollow compared to the solid build of the rest of the board
  • Hall Effect switches are reported as potentially fragile if not handled carefully during maintenance
  • Lack of wireless connectivity as it is a strictly wired performance keyboard
  • Angled USB-C cable included in the box may not suit all desk setups

Verdict

The GravaStar Mercury V60 Pro is a high-performance 60% Hall Effect gaming keyboard featuring a unique sci-fi-inspired CNC aluminum skeleton frame and custom UFO magnetic linear switches. It boasts elite technical specifications, including a true 8,000Hz polling rate for a near-instant 0.125ms latency, 256kHz per-key scan rate, and ultra-precise adjustable actuation ranging from 0.005mm to 3.5mm. Main pros include its exceptional responsiveness with Rapid Trigger and SOCD support, a premium unboxing experience with dual keycap sets, and a refined five-layer acoustic foam system that delivers a satisfying "thocky" sound. However, notable cons include its high price point compared to other compact boards, a non-standard 64-key layout with a shortened right shift key that may require adjustment, and a web-based software that some users find less polished than established competitors.

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