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Ducky Shine 7 vs Leopold FC900R: Comparison
Ducky Shine 7 and Leopold FC900R differ on switch type: Ducky Shine 7 at Cherry MX (fixed), Leopold FC900R at Cherry MX. They match on 4 other specifications, including layout, keycap material and hot-swappable.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Ducky | Leopold |
| Layout | Full-Size | Full-Size |
| Model | Shine 7 | FC900R |
| Switch Type | Cherry MX (fixed) | Cherry MX |
| Connectivity | Wired (detachable USB-C) | Wired (USB) |
| Keycap Material | Double-shot PBT | Double-shot PBT |
| Hot-Swappable | false | false |
| Backlighting | Per-key RGB | None on base model |
| Polling Rate | 1000 Hz | 1000 Hz |
Verdict
Ducky Shine 7
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A well-built, no-nonsense full-size board for buyers who want genuine Cherry MX switches without needing to tinker.
Leopold FC900R
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A no-frills, exceptionally well-built full-size board for typists who care more about switch feel than RGB or features.




