MCHOSE has launched the ACE 68 V2, a compact Hall Effect gaming keyboard featuring an 8,000Hz polling rate, a 256K scan rate, and an advertised latency of 0.08ms. The new model uses magnetic switches to provide adjustable actuation and Rapid Trigger functionality, giving competitive gamers more control over key response in fast-paced games. The keyboard is available for $62 during its launch-week promotion, down from its regular price of $69.
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According to MCHOSE, the ACE 68 V2 supports 0.001mm adjustment precision, allowing users to fine-tune key behavior through its magnetic sensing system. The actuation range extends from 0.1mm to 3.4mm, while Rapid Trigger adjustments cover a range of 0.001mm to 3.4mm. These features can benefit players in competitive shooters and other games where rapid movement inputs and repeated key presses are important. The keyboard also includes a dedicated Rapid Trigger button and onboard profile switching, making it easier to access key settings without navigating through software menus.
The MCHOSE ACE 68 V2 uses a 68-key ANSI layout that retains a compact footprint while providing more keys than a conventional 60% keyboard. Buyers can choose between Star Ring and Royal Steed magnetic switches, with color options varying by configuration. The Star Ring version comes in translucent white and translucent pink, while the Royal Steed version is available in translucent black, translucent white, and translucent pink.
MCHOSE has equipped the keyboard with frosted translucent polycarbonate keycaps, a frosted metal accent strip, and south-facing ARGB lighting supporting approximately 16 million colors. Customization is handled through MCHOSE M HUB, which is available in both web-based and desktop versions. The software supports several gaming functions, including SOCD, Dynamic Keystroke (DKS), Mod-Tap (MT), toggle functions, and key macros. Adaptive Dynamic Calibration 2.0 is also included to manage the keyboard’s Hall Effect sensing system.
The company describes the ACE 68 V2 as a keyboard built around precision and control, with its product messaging stating, “Precision Evolved. Control Simplified.” However, the advertised latency and adjustment precision figures are manufacturer specifications; independent testing would be needed to establish how the keyboard performs under real gaming conditions.
The internal construction combines an aluminum alloy positioning plate with a silicone sandwich pad, fiber switch pad, PET base pad, bottom foam, and silicone bottom pad. This layered design is intended to influence the typing feel and reduce unwanted vibration. The keyboard measures 320 × 122 × 39mm and weighs 804g without the included strap, or 814g with it. Connectivity is wired through USB Type-C.
At its promotional price of $62, the MCHOSE ACE 68 V2 enters the budget-conscious Hall Effect gaming keyboard market with features typically sought by players looking for adjustable actuation and Rapid Trigger support. The package includes the keyboard, a signature strap, a Type-C cable, two spare switches, a custom keycap and switch puller, a dust cover, a feature card, and a user guide.
MCHOSE ACE 68 V2 Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | MCHOSE ACE 68 V2 |
| Keyboard Layout | 68-key ANSI, compact 65% |
| Switch Type | Hall Effect magnetic switches |
| Switch Options | Star Ring, Royal Steed |
| Color Options | Translucent White, Translucent Pink, Translucent Black (depending on switch version) |
| Keycaps | Frosted translucent polycarbonate (PC) |
| Metal Accent | Frosted metal accent strip |
| Polling Rate | 8,000Hz |
| Scan Rate | 256K |
| Advertised Latency | 0.08ms |
| Adjustment Precision | 0.001mm |
| Actuation Range | 0.1–3.4mm |
| Rapid Trigger Range | 0.001–3.4mm |
| Rapid Trigger Control | Dedicated physical button |
| Calibration | Adaptive Dynamic Calibration 2.0 |
| Lighting | South-facing ARGB |
| RGB Colors | Approximately 16 million |
| Software | MCHOSE M HUB (web and desktop) |
| Supported Functions | RS, SOCD, DKS, MT, TGL, key macros |
| Connectivity | Wired USB Type-C |
| Internal Structure | Aluminum alloy positioning plate, silicone sandwich pad, fiber switch pad, PET base pad, bottom foam, silicone bottom pad |
| Dimensions | 320 × 122 × 39mm |
| Weight | 804g without strap; 814g with strap |
| Launch Price | $62 |
| Regular Price | $69 |
| In the Box | Keyboard, signature strap, Type-C cable, two spare switches, custom keycap and switch puller, dust cover, feature card, user guide |
| Official Product Page | MCHOSE ACE 68 V2 |
