Is this keyboard compatible with macOS and Windows?

Fully compatible. There is a system toggle switch. We include replacement keycaps for both Windows and Mac to ensure your visual layout matches your OS perfectly.

What is a CNC Aluminum case?

Precision-milled from a solid aluminum block. It offers superior weight, stability, and a premium metallic aesthetic compared to plastic.

What does "Double-shot" mean?

The legends are molded using a second layer of plastic rather than printed. This guarantees the legends will never wear off or fade.

Can I use standard mechanical switches?

No. The PCB is designed for Hall Effect sensors and lacks pin sockets. They are only hot-swappable with other compatible magnetic switches.

What is the response latency of magnetic switches?

Our magnetic keyboards feature ultra-low latency down to 0.125ms (1000Hz-8000Hz). They eliminate "Debounce Delay" for true instant actuation.

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Built for Fast Inputs:
Magnetic switches make every press more responsive for fast gameplay and quick reactions.
Faster Counter-Strafing:
Rapid reset helps make FPS movement, stopping, and direction changes feel more responsive.
8K Polling Performance:
High polling rate sends inputs faster, making it ideal for high-refresh and competitive gameplay.
Stable USB-C Connection:
Wired USB-C delivers stable input and plug-and-play reliability for gaming and long sessions.
Compact Gaming Layout:
Save desk space and create more room for mouse movement and cleaner setups.

Color — Purple

White

Purple

Gray

Pink

Switch Type

Hall Effect Switch

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Shipping: In-stock orders ship within 1-3 business days. Standard delivery takes 7-15 business days. Customers are responsible for customs fees.
Warranty: 12-month warranty for keyboards, kits, switches, keycaps, and mice; 3-month for batteries. Free accessories are not covered. Damage from unauthorized mods or improper charging (e.g., fast chargers) voids the warranty.

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DEFENDER 68 Gaming Keyboard

68 Keys · 8KHz Polling · 0.02ms Latency · Gateron Magnetic Jade Pro

USB 8KHz wired architecture. Hall-effect magnetic sensing. Five-layer sound-dampening. Made for players who know the difference.

8KHz Polling
0.02ms Latency

Gateron
Magnetic Jade Pro

RT 0.01mm

Carbon Fiber Plate

Gaming Feature Matrix

Aluminum
CNC

Aluminum CNC Chassis

With Electrocoating + Anodizing Dual Finish

CNC-machined aluminum chassis delivers tight tolerances that minimize flex under high-impact key presses. Dual-surface finishing pairs electrocoating with anodizing. Tempered glass badge completes the minimalist design.

8KHz Polling 0.02ms Latency

Wired Architecture, Instant Response

Wireless protocols can't deliver full NKRO 8KHz transmission under real conditions. With wired-only USB-C, the RY5088 MCU polls at 8KHz for 0.02ms end-to-end latency—8× the data rate of standard 1KHz keyboards. Input-to-display sync is preserved on 240Hz+ monitors.

Gateron Magnetic Jade ^Pro

Hall-Effect Sensing, Zero Contact Wear

Mechanical contact switches face degradation from wear and debounce latency. Hall-effect sensing eliminates physical contact points entirely, maintaining trigger consistency across the keyboard's lifespan. Full support: 0.1~3.4mm adjustable actuation, 0.01mm Rapid Trigger, DKS, SOCD.

Five-Layer Sound Dampening

Poron Pad + Carbon Fiber Plate

The Poron switch pad absorbs bottom-out energy, reducing PCB flex that could interfere with magnetic sensor readings. Carbon fiber plate delivers aluminum-grade stiffness at half the weight. Five-layer system eliminates chassis resonance for clean, consistent key sounds.

Gaming Feature Matrix

SOCD-Lite / DKS / Mod-Tap / Toggle Key

2+1 profile structure isolates each game scenario into independent layers. 50 onboard macros handle skill sequences. Once written to hardware, the configuration travels to any PC without driver install or cloud login—zero configuration latency at LAN events.

South-facing RGB LED Lights

4-layer customization supports

South-facing LEDs project from below the switch opening for even light distribution. Compatible with both shine-through and side-printed keycaps. 4-layer customization for distinct themes across game profiles.

Maximizes Desk Space

Compact 68% Layout (68 Keys)

Retains physical arrow, Del, PgUp, PgDn keys; offloads less-used functions to Fn layer. Frees mouse space while keeping all functions accessible. Wired-only USB-C means one cable, no dongle, no charging.

Dual-Platform Manager

Windows App + Web-Based Driver

Desktop client for full feature access; web version for lightweight cross-platform fallback. All settings write to onboard storage—no driver needed post-configuration. 2+1 profile layers and 4 lighting layers managed independently.

Tech Specs

PIIFOX FORX Defender68 HE Magnetic Keyboard

BASIC INFO

Model

Layout

68%

Number of Keys

68 Keys

Switch Type

Hall Effect Switch

Screen

Knob

Language

ANSI

Switch Feel

Magnetic Linear

CONNECTIVITY & CONTROL

Battery

Connectivity

Wired

Compatibility

Windows / macOS / Android

Hot-Swappable

Hot-swappable

RGB

South-facing RGB, Per-key RGB, Customizable RGB

Polling Rate

8000Hz

Latency

0.125ms

Anti-Ghosting

Yes

STRUCTURE & MATERIALS

Case Material

Aluminum

Plate Material

Carbon Fiber

Flex-Cut

Yes

Stabilizers

Plate-mounted Stabilizers

Mounting Structure

Tray Mount

Sound Dampening

Multi-layer Sound Dampening Structure

Keycaps Profile

Cherry Profile

Keycap Material

PBT

Keycap Manufacturing Process

Double-shot

SIZE & ERGONOMICS

Height (Spacebar Side)

22.37 mm

Height (ESC Side)

35.13 mm

Kickstand

Typing Angle

Fixed Angle

Keyboard Dimensions

317 × 110 × 40mm ±2

Keyboard Weight

1.1kg

GAMING FEATURES

Adjustable Actuation

0.1mm–3.40mm

Trigger Precision

0.01mm

Rapid Trigger

Yes

Per-key Adjustable Actuation

Yes

SOCD / Snap Key

Supported

Dynamic Keystroke (DKS)

Supported

Mod-Tap

Supported

Toggle Key

Supported

Dead Zone

Zero Dead Zone

Macro Support

Yes

Onboard Memory

Yes

Switch Specifications

Placeholder Switch

Brand

Switch Type

Switch Feel

Operating Force

Bottom-out Force

Total Travel

Sound Level

Factory Lubed

Stem Material

Top Housing Material

Bottom Housing Material

Spring

Light Support

Operation Life

Initial Magnetic Flux

Bottom-out Magnetic Flux

Adjustable Actuation/Pre-Travel

Precision Sensitivity

Gateron Jade Pro

Gateron

Hall Effect Switch

Linear

36±5gf

50±10gf

3.5±0.1mm

Crisp

Yes

Transparent PC

POM

20mm

Yes

100 Million Cycles

["120±8GS"]

["700±30GS"]

3.5±0.1mm

What's in the Box

FORX Defender68 HE Keyboard × 1
Type-C Cable × 1
Keycap Puller × 1
Switch Puller × 1
User Manual × 1

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