Keyboards with Hall Effect switches [GUIDE]

Hall Effect keyboard switches, often called “magnetic switches” are an alternative to traditional mechanical switches. What makes Hall Effect switches great? The adjustable actuation of keys and the Rapid Trigger feature.

Rapid Trigger is a feature in mechanical keyboards with magnetic switches that lets you adjusts the actuation point of each key. This means that as soon as a key starts to rise, the actuation point resets, allowing for immediate keystrokes from any position, particularly beneficial for gaming actions requiring fast and repeated key presses.

TLDR: Basically Hall Effect/Rapid Trigger keyboard use magnetic switches so you can press keys really fast without waiting for them to fully come back up. This is super useful for quick moves in games like Counter Strike, Valorant and osu!.

Keyboards with magnetic switches can use Hall effect or TMR sensors in the PCB with TMR sensors becoming more popular now in 2026.

Full list of Hall Effect keyboards

Every keyboard on this list has magnetic hall effect switches with rapid trigger, dynamic keystrokes and adjustable actuation point. Also every HE keyboard is hotswappable.

How are they different? Layout, build quality, software quality, switches from different brands, keycaps and price. Most of them are wired only for the lowest latency possible, but some also have wireless option (latency is slightly higher then).

My personal recommendations (I’ve personally tested 39 HE keyboards as of July 2026) are below:

• Best Full Sized Hall Effect Keyboard: Keychron K4 HE (96%) or Royal Kludge C98 HE for cheap ($79.99)
• Best Compact 60% Hall Effect Keyboard: Wooting 60HE or MCHOSE Ace 60 on budget
• Best Budget HE Keyboard: Epomaker G84 HE (80% layout, wireless) or HE80 (wired), Gamakay TK75 HE V2 or Aula Win60 HE (only $39.99)
• My favorite 75%: Nuphy Air75 HE (low profile, great build quality, latency below 0.8ms, also comes with Snap Tap and good software)
• Best premium HE keyboard: IQUNIX EV63, Nuphy WH80, Keychron Q1 HE
• Best software: 1st: Wooting, 2nd: Keychron 3rd: Nuphy HE keyboards
• Other great picks: Keychron K2 HE, ATK RS7, Corsair K70 MAX
• Best latency: ATK RS6 (0.16ms), MCHOSE Ace 68 (0.3ms), Womier SK75 TMR (0.5 ms), Luminkey Magger 68 (0.35ms), IQUNIX EV63 (0.7 ms)
• Best wireless: HE keyboards are best used wired to have the best latency, but if you want that flexibility then: Keychron K2 HE, YUNZII RT80 and Gamakay TK75HE v2 are probably the best ones with Bluetooth and 2.4G connectivity.
• Low profile: only 5 for now, Nuphy Air60 HE, Air75 HE, Keydous AJ68-CP, Keychron K3 HE and MADE68 AIR
• Silent switches: Gamakay TK75HE v2 or NS75 with Pheonix silent switches

And a complete list of Hall Effect keyboards with magnetic switches as of July 2026:

If this table was helpful then I invite you to subscribe my Youtube channel where I make videos around Hall Effect keyboards and controllers. If we mentioned latency in the table that means we tested it using OSLTT.

Also, the Razer keyboards such as Huntsman V3 or Blackwidow V4 Pro don’t have magnetic switches but analog optical switches, but they can also offer features like Rapid Trigger, Snap Tap and adjustable actuation, but the tech under the hood is different.

Hall Effect magnetic switches differ from mechanical and optical switches in their functioning. Mechanical switches rely on physical contact, while optical switches use light to register keystrokes. Hall Effect switches, on the other hand, utilize the Hall Effect principle, where a magnetic field causes a change in electrical voltage, to detect key presses without physical contact. The Hall Effect technology has been also on the rise in the game controllers space.

What Hall Effect switches are exactly used?

I checked every keyboard with magnetic switches and here’s a list of all of the switches available on the market today (will be updated):

Switch name	Force	Bottom-out Force	Total travel	Initial magnetic flux	Bottom magnetic flux	Pre-lubed	Lifetime keystrokes	Keyboards that use them
Gateron KS-20	orange 38gf, white 30gf	50gf	4.1±0.2mm	102±15Gs	905±80Gs	Yes	100 million	Epomaker HE75 Mag, compatible with Wooting 60HE
Gateron KS-37B (Nebula)	30gf	50gf	4.0±0.2mm	120±15Gs	800±80Gs	Yes	150 million	Most of Keychron HE keyboards like Keychron Q6 HE or Keychron K4 HE
Gateron Jade Pro	36±5gf	50gf	3.5±0.1mm	120±8GS	700±30GS	Yes	100 million	IQUNIX EZ80, Keydous NJ98-CP V3 HE
Gateron KS-20T (Magnetic Jade)	30±7gf	50gf	3.5±0.2mm	120±15Gs	800±80Gs	Yes	100 million	Melgeek Cyber01, compatible with Wooting 60HE
Gateron KS-20U white (Dual rail)	30±7gf	50gf	4.1±0.2mm	102±15Gs	905±80Gs	Yes	150 million	Durgod K100
Owlab Ti HE	40±5gf	50±5gf	3.3±0.2mm	120±20Gs	750±50Gs	Yes	100 million	Neo65 Sonic HE+
Raesha magnetic	30±10gf	50±10gf	3.85±0.2mm	N/A	N/A	Yes	100 million	Drunkdeer A75 Pro
OmniPoint 2.0	40gf	45-50gf	4.0mm	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	Steelseries Apex Pro/Mini/TKL
Lekker L45	30gf	45gf	4.0mm	N/A	N/A	Yes	100 million	Wooting 80HE
Lekker L60	40gf	60gf	4.0mm	N/A	N/A	Yes	100 million	Wooting 80HE
Kailh x Keydous	30±10gf	N/A	3.7±0.2mm	N/A	N/A	Yes	100 million	Keydous NJ98-CP
OUTEMU Magnetic Beige Switch	40gf	60gf	4.0mm	150Gs	2800Gs	N/A	N/A
CORSAIR MGX	30gf	55gf	4.0mm	N/A	N/A	No	100 million	Corsair K70 MAX

Advantages of Hall Effect switches

1. Longer lifespan due to the absence of physical contact, reducing wear and tear.
2. Greater durability and resistance to dust and debris.
3. Faster response time, as the magnetic field can be detected more quickly than physical contact.
4. Most Hall Effect keyboards come with Rapid Trigger feature and adjustable actuation points.

Disadvantages of Hall Effect switches

1. You have to use a keyboard’s software to change actuation point to not have any accidental strokes. Also rapid trigger and DKS require you to use a software or web app, they are rarely compatible with VIA.

Best magnetic switches on the market

Since the beginning of the magnetic switch craze there are not tons of magnetic switches on the market. What are the most popular right now?

• Gateron Magnetic switches (White, Jade, Jade Pro and more)
• SteelSeries Omnipoint switches
• Wooting Lekker switches (Gateron recolors)
• TTC magnetic switches (TTC KOM, POM)
• Outemu magnetic switches (often found in budget HE keyboards)
• Raesha magnetic switches (mostly used by Drunkdeer, their newer models use Gateron)
• Kailh magnetic switches
• Owlab TI HE, WS Flux and other third party switches that are being sold seperately
• Silent magnetic switches are very rare, there are Gamakay Phoenix V3

My ranking

• Best sound: Owlab TI HE, WS Flux, Gateron Jade Pro
• Best feeling: Geon Raw HE, Raptor HE V2, Gateron White

How do Hall Effect switches work? Wooting example

Wooting Lekker switches are a type of analog mechanical keyboard switch developed by Wooting. These switches provide a unique typing experience with adjustable actuation points and pressure-sensitive input, enabling more precise control in gaming and other applications. They offer a smooth and consistent keystroke feel, making them a popular choice for gamers and typists looking for a customizable and responsive keyboard experience.

The Wooting Two HE thanks to Hall Effect switches, can detect full switch motion with 0.1mm accuracy for every key. This feature enhances both typing and gaming experiences without compromising standard keyboard functionality.

Although Hall Effect switches have a magnetic component, they are still considered mechanical switches due to their spring and stem components. The typing experience on Hall Effect keyboards is similar to other linear switches, offering smooth key travel and well-defined keypresses.

Should you buy one?

Hall Effect keyboards resemble mechanical keyboards in appearance and feel, providing similar performance in typing and gaming tasks. These keyboards offer adjustable actuation force, allowing users to mimic various popular mechanical key switches and accommodate different typing styles.

In gaming performance, Hall Effect switches are comparable or even superior to mechanical keyboards. They eliminate key chatter and offer exceptional durability, ensuring long-lasting performance even with repeated keypresses.

When considering whether to purchase a Hall Effect keyboard, keep in mind that they are less widely available and offer fewer switch variations compared to mechanical keyboards. If you’re seeking a change from traditional MX-style mechanical switches, Hall Effect keyboards can provide a refreshing alternative. However, if you prefer a wide range of switch options or are interested in customizing your keyboard, mechanical keyboards may be a better choice.

Is Hall effect keyboard better than mechanical?

It ultimately depends on your personal preferences and needs. If the gaming features like rapid trigger, adjustable actuation, snap tap are your priorities, a Hall effect keyboard is definitely the better choice. On the other hand, if you prefer tactile feedback, customizability, you don’t care too much about the gaming features and a wider range of options, a mechanical keyboard might be more suitable for you.