Lenovo's Legion MK2 is a full-size RGB gaming keyboard for $14
Lenovo has released a full-size gaming keyboard for the price of a fast-food meal. The Legion MK2 costs 99 yuan — roughly $14 — and launched exclusively in China via JD.com. No US or UK availability has been announced, but the specs make it worth knowing about.
The keyboard
The MK2 uses membrane switches, not mechanical ones — that's how Lenovo keeps the price so low. The membrane layer is tuned to mimic brown tactile switches, meaning you get a noticeable bump on each keystroke without the loud click of traditional mechanical keys. It's a reasonable compromise for anyone who wants tactile feedback without disturbing housemates or coworkers.
The layout is a standard 104-key full-size with a number pad and function row. Keycaps are ABS plastic with laser-engraved lettering, which holds up better to wear than printed legends. The board weighs around 800g and has two-stage adjustable feet for tilt preference.
The Lenovo Legion MK2 features a 104-key layout with 10-zone RGB lighting and dual-stage tilt adjustment.
For gaming, Lenovo built in 19-key anti-ghosting — enough to register simultaneous key presses across a typical WASD cluster without dropped inputs. A 10-zone RGB system covers static, rainbow, wave, and breathing effects, all switchable via function-key combos. Dedicated media hotkeys handle volume, mute, and track controls without alt-tabbing.
The catch
Membrane keyboards trade lifespan for cost. Mechanical switches typically last 50–100 million keystrokes; membranes usually top out at 5–10 million. For casual play or everyday typing, that's probably fine. Competitive players who log serious hours will likely outgrow it. SteelSeries notes that mechanical keyboards still hold an edge on speed and durability for competitive gaming.
In the US, a decent mechanical keyboard starts at $30–60. The Legion K500, Lenovo's own mechanical board, sits around that range on Lenovo.com. The MK2 would slot well below that — if it ever makes it West.
Availability
Right now, the Legion MK2 is a China-only product, per Gizmochina. Gray imports through Amazon or Newegg are possible, but warranty coverage would be unclear. If Lenovo does launch it globally, expect the price to climb to the $25–35 range once import costs and retail margins are factored in — still cheap for a full-size RGB board.
