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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£60
  • Avg. price in US: ~$60
  • Layout size: TKL
  • Connection type: USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
  • Switch type: mechanical
  • Polling rate: 1000 Hz

Mchose G87 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%

7.6

Technical Score

20.0%

8.2

User score

Very good
7.6

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%

9.9

Connectivity & Power

28.0%

4.8

Switches

20.0%

7.0

Materials

12.0%

8.4

Features

6.0%

7.0

Design

Very good
8.2

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%

9.8

User reviews

30.0%

4.5

Popularity

User score:
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  • 3.5
    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%

    10

    Onboard memory

  • 7.4
    Typing

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.0

    Wrist rest included

    24.0%

    10

    Legend method

    20.0%

    10

    Adjustable feet

    15.0%

    9.0

    Typing angle

    13.0%

    4.0

    Pre-lubed stabilizers

  • 5.0
    Programming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    1.0

    QMK support

    26.0%

    1.0

    VIA support

    18.0%

    10

    Mac compatibility

    14.0%

    10

    Multi-device pairing

    12.0%

    10

    Connection type

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Verdict

The Mchose G87 is a budget-friendly 80% TKL mechanical keyboard featuring a plastic construction, a 3-way zinc alloy volume knob, and a unique 10,000mAh battery offering up to 111 days of life. It utilizes a gasket-mount design with five layers of internal padding (Poron, IXPE, and PET) to provide a soft, creamy typing sound and comes equipped with double-shot PBT keycaps in an MDA or Cherry profile. Notable pros include versatile tri-mode connectivity (2.4GHz, Bluetooth, and USB-C) with a magnetic dongle storage slot, hot-swappable sockets for 3/5-pin switches, and an impressive ultra-low 2ms wireless latency. Potential cons include a relatively hefty weight for a plastic board, software that some users find less intuitive, and limited factory switch options compared to more premium aluminum alternatives.

Technical Specifications of Mchose G87

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%

9.9

Connectivity & Power

28.0%

4.8

Switches

20.0%

7.0

Materials

12.0%

8.4

Features

6.0%

7.0

Design

7.6
Mchose G87 has a technical score of 7.55 points, which is higher than that of 84.3% 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%

9.8

User reviews

30.0%

4.5

Popularity

User score:
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8.2
Mchose G87 has a user score of 8.2 points, which is higher than that of 57.4% 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.
4.5
Mchose G87 has a popularity of 4.5 points, which is lower than 56% 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%

10

Price

8.4
Mchose G87 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.4 points, which is higher than 91% 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

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

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

1.2 mm
Mchose G87 has a minimum actuation distance of 1.2 mm, which is shorter than 59.9% of keyboards and equal to 15.6% 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

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

87
Mchose G87 has 87 keys, which is more than 44.5% of keyboards and equal to 17.6% 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
Mchose G87 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
Mchose G87 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

5.0
Mchose G87 uses Bluetooth 5.0, which is newer than 46.8% of keyboards and equal to 17.7% 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

yes
Mchose G87 is Mac compatible. 44.4% of keyboards are Mac compatible.
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

500 h
Mchose G87 lasts 500 h on a charge, which is longer than 89.1% of keyboards and equal to 0.6% of keyboards.
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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
Mchose G87 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
Mchose G87 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

87
Mchose G87 has 87 RGB zones, which is more than 58.6% of keyboards and equal to 11.8% 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
Mchose G87 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

south-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

polycarbonate
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

Cherry
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

double-shot
Mchose G87 uses double-shot legends, which are more durable than 25.8% of keyboards and equal to 74.2% of keyboards.
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Mchose G87 vs the average keyboard

  • 334 h longer battery life
    Mchose G87 lasts longer on a charge than the average keyboard (500 h vs 166 h). The average keyboard lasts 166 h on a charge.
    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

    Mchose G87 lasts longer on a charge than the average keyboard (500 h vs 166 h). The average keyboard lasts 166 h on a charge.500 h vs 166 h
  • 0.5 mm shorter key travel
    Mchose G87 has 3.5 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

    Mchose G87 has 3.5 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.3.5 mm vs 4 mm
  • 2.5x larger battery capacity
    Mchose G87 has a larger battery than the average keyboard (10,000 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

    Mchose G87 has a larger battery than the average keyboard (10,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh). The average keyboard has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh.10000 mAh vs 4000 mAh
  • Dedicated media keys
    Mchose G87 includes dedicated media keys, the average keyboard does not. 20.7% of keyboards include dedicated media keys.
    What it is: Shows whether the keyboard includes separate media controls instead of hiding them behind a function layer.
    When it matters: When you use media controls often and do not want to rely on function-layer shortcuts.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Mchose G87 includes dedicated media keys, the average keyboard does not. 20.7% of keyboards include dedicated media keys.
  • Underglow lighting
    Mchose G87 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

    Mchose G87 includes underglow lighting, the average keyboard does not. 31.6% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
  • Volume control wheel
    Mchose G87 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

    Mchose G87 includes a volume wheel, the average keyboard does not. 38.8% of keyboards include a volume wheel.
  • 0.5 mm shorter actuation distance
    Mchose G87 has a shorter minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.2 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

    Mchose G87 has a shorter minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.2 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.1.2 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • 2.17x cheaper
    Mchose G87 is cheaper than the average keyboard (£60 vs £130).
    Mchose G87 is cheaper than the average keyboard (£60 vs £130).£60 vs £130
  • 334 h longer battery life
    Mchose G87 lasts longer on a charge than the average keyboard (500 h vs 166 h). The average keyboard lasts 166 h on a charge.
  • 2.5x larger battery capacity
    Mchose G87 has a larger battery than the average keyboard (10,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh). The average keyboard has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh.
  • 0.5 mm shorter key travel
    Mchose G87 has 3.5 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.
  • 0.5 mm shorter actuation distance
    Mchose G87 has a shorter minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.2 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
  • Dedicated media keys
    Mchose G87 includes dedicated media keys, the average keyboard does not. 20.7% of keyboards include dedicated media keys.
  • Underglow lighting
    Mchose G87 includes underglow lighting, the average keyboard does not. 31.6% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
  • Volume control wheel
    Mchose G87 includes a volume wheel, the average keyboard does not. 38.8% of keyboards include a volume wheel.

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Overall
Connectivity & Power
Switches
Features
  • 4.2 mm higher keyboard height
    Mchose G87 is taller than the average keyboard (42.7 mm vs 38.5 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.5 mm.
  • 4.7 mm thicker design
    Mchose G87 is thicker than the average keyboard (42.7 mm vs 38 mm). The average keyboard thickness is 38 mm.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Mchose G87 uses an older Bluetooth version than the average keyboard (5 vs 5.2). The average keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Mchose G87 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

    Mchose G87 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
  • 4.2 mm higher keyboard height
    Mchose G87 is taller than the average keyboard (42.7 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

    Mchose G87 is taller than the average keyboard (42.7 mm vs 38.5 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.5 mm.42.7 mm vs 38.5 mm
  • 4.7 mm thicker design
    Mchose G87 is thicker than the average keyboard (42.7 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

    Mchose G87 is thicker than the average keyboard (42.7 mm vs 38 mm). The average keyboard thickness is 38 mm.42.7 mm vs 38 mm
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Design
Connectivity & Power

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What customers like about Mchose G87?

  • Exceptional value for money, often described as a 'sleeper' budget king
  • Massive 10,000mAh battery providing ultra-long wireless usage (up to 111 days claimed)
  • Impressive 'creamy' or 'thocky' stock typing sound right out of the box
  • Solid build quality with a premium feel, despite the plastic construction
  • Features a responsive volume wheel and a minimal, clean aesthetic
  • Convenient magnetic storage compartment for the wireless USB dongle
  • Pre-lubed stabilizers and switches for a smooth typing experience

What customers dislike about Mchose G87?

  • Lacks QMK/VIA support (unlike the higher-end GX87 series)
  • Plastic finish is a fingerprint magnet and may feel less premium than aluminum alternatives
  • Relatively heavy (approx. 1.15kg), which may hinder portability
  • Stock keycaps are not shine-through, making legends hard to see in the dark
  • RGB lighting is noted to be less bright compared to other models like the G75 Pro
  • Stabilizers may require minor tuning, specifically on larger keys like the backspace

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