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Logitech K480 vs Logitech K400 Plus
Side-by-Side Comparison
Products
Logitech K480
Logitech K400 Plus
Tested using Methodology v1.0
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ConnectivityWireless
SizeCompact (65%)
MechanicalNo
ConnectivityWireless
SizeTenKeyLess (80%)
Switch TypeRubber Dome
Variants
- K480 (Black)
- K480 (White)
- K400 Plus (Black)
- K400 Plus (White)
Our Verdict
Logitech K480
Logitech K400 Plus
The Logitech K480 is better than the Logitech K400 Plus for mobile devices thanks to its Bluetooth support and its cradle for phones and tablets. However, the K400 Plus is better for office uses due to its better ergonomics and typing quality, and its better suited for home theater setups thanks to its built-in trackpad.
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Main Differences for
Threshold
Gaming
6.2
6.0
Operating Force
57 gf
65 gf
Build Quality
7.0
6.0
Software & Programming
5.6
3.1
Keyboard Compatibility
7.9
10
Windows
Partial
Fully Compatible
Full Comparison
Design
Dimensions
Top Picture
Size
Compact (65%)
TenKeyLess (80%)
Height
0.8" (2.0 cm)
0.9" (2.2 cm)
Width
11.8" (30.0 cm)
14.0" (35.5 cm)
Depth
7.7" (19.6 cm)
5.5" (13.9 cm)
Depth With Wrist Rest
N/A
N/A
Weight
1.76 lbs (0.800 kg)
0.88 lbs (0.400 kg)
Build Quality
7.0
6.0
Build Quality Close Up
Keycap Material
ABS
ABS
Ergonomics
6.0
7.0
Side Picture
Curved/Angled
Straight
No
Split Keyboard
No
Key Alignment
Staggered
Minimum Incline
0°
3°
Medium Incline
N/A
N/A
Maximum Incline
N/A
N/A
Home Row Height
17.9 mm (0.7")
Wrist Rest
No
Hardware Customizability
0.0
Customizability Overview
Replaceable Cherry Stabilizers
No
Stabilizer Fixation
Non-Customizable Design
Spacebar Stabilizer Size
Non-Customizable Design
Size Of Right Mod Keys
Non-Standard
Hot-Swappable Switches
No
Switch Stem Shape
Non-Customizable Design
Switch PCB Socket
Non-Customizable Design
North-Facing Cherry MX Interference
Non-Customizable Design
Backlight Features
0.0
0.0
Backlighting Picture
Brightness Max
Backlighting
No
No
Brightness Min
White Shot
RGB
No
Per-Key Backlighting
No
No
Effects
No
No
Software Controllable
No
No
Color
No Backlighting
Color Mixing
No Backlighting
Backlight Clarity
0.0
White Shot
Cable & Connector
Connectivity
Wireless
Wireless
Detachable
No
No
Length
N/A
N/A
Connector (Keyboard side)
No Cable
No Cable
Wireless Versatility
9.8
0.9
Bluetooth
Yes
No
Bluetooth Multi-Device Pairing
3
No
Proprietary Receiver
No
Yes
Battery Type
2x AAA
2x AA
Macro Keys And Programming
0.0
Dedicated Macro Keys Count
0
Onboard Macro Programming
No
Macro Programming With Software
No
Extra Features
Extra Features
Media Keys
Hot Keys
Non-Dedicated
Trackpad / Trackball
No
Yes
Scroll Wheel
No
No
Control Knob
No
USB Passthrough
No
No
Numpad
No
No
Windows Key Lock
No
No
Lock Indicator
No Indicator
No Indicator
Macro Programmable Keys
No
In The Box
Bundle Picture
Typing Experience
Switches
Wobble Video
Switch Name
Rubber Dome
No Marketed Name
Switch Type
Rubber Dome
Feel
Tactile
Tactile
Keystrokes
Key Switch Actuation Graph
Key Switches
Rubber Dome
No Marketed Name
Mechanical
No
Feel
Tactile
Tactile
Operating Force
57 gf
65 gf
Actuation Force
36 gf
41 gf
Pre-Travel
2.0 mm
2.0 mm
Total Travel
2.7 mm
2.9 mm
Typing Quality
6.0
6.5
Typing Noise
9.0
9.3
Typing Sample
Average Loudness
42.7 dBA
High Pitch Clicks
No
Noise
Quiet
Latency
6.9
6.9
Latency Video
Latency Wired
N/A
N/A
Latency Receiver
N/A
16.7 ms
Latency Bluetooth
16.2 ms
N/A
Software and Operating System
Configuration Software
Software Picture
Software Tour
Software Name
Logitech Options
Logitech Options
Software Windows Compatible
Yes
Yes
Software macOS Compatible
Yes
Yes
Onboard Memory
No
No
Profiles
6+
No Profile
Account Required
No
Cloud Sync
Yes
Macro Programming
No
Ease Of Use
Easy
Computer Compatibility
7.9
10
Windows
Partial
Fully Compatible
macOS
Partial
Fully Compatible
Linux (Ubuntu 22)
Partial
Fully Compatible
Media Key Compatibility
Windows, MacOS & Linux
Android
Partial
Not Compatible
iOS
Partial
Not Compatible
iPadOS
Partial
Not Compatible
Wireless Mobile Compatibility
0.0
Android
Partial
Not Compatible
iOS
Partial
Not Compatible
iPadOS
Partial
Not Compatible
Media Key Compatibility
Not Compatible
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