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MonsGeek ICE75 compared with MonsGeek M1 V5
Spec MonsGeek ICE75

MonsGeek

MonsGeek ICE75

$70

“The translucent 75%”

MonsGeek M1 V5

MonsGeek

MonsGeek M1 V5

$90–$130

“The M3's 75% sibling”

Price , different $70 $90–$130
Size 75% 75%
Type , different Pre-built Barebones
Connectivity Wireless + Wired Wireless + Wired
Released , different 2023 2025
Mounting , different Gasket (top mount option) Gasket
Case , different Acrylic Aluminum
Colors , different Black Black, and special editions
Weight , different Not listed About 1650g barebone
Dimensions , different Not listed 333 x 146 x 32.6mm
Typing angle Not listed Not listed
Front height , different Not listed 32.6mm case height
Switches Mechanical Mechanical
Profile Standard Standard
Keycaps , different Not listed Not included on the barebone
PCB , different Hot-swap MX Hot-swap, south-facing RGB
Plates , different Polycarbonate PC
Battery , different 3000mAh 8000mAh
Compatible switches , different — MX-style 3-pin and 5-pin
Software , different MonsGeek VIA
NKRO Yes Yes
RGB Yes Yes
Features , different 75%, Tri-mode, Hot-swap 75% aluminum, Gasket, Tri-mode, Hot-swap, 8000mAh, Quick release, VIA on the VIA kit
Good for , different Buyers who want a showpiece RGB desk board Wireless users who do not need a heavy case People who like a soft, clacky typing feel Buyers who want a metal, tweakable 75% at a modest price Beginners who will open the case more than once People who want wireless and VIA together
Skip if , different Anyone wanting an aluminum case Buyers who plan to swap in thick keycaps Quiet-office users Anyone who prioritizes stock switch feel Buyers who want magnetic switches (see the M1 V5 HE or TMR) Travelers who need a light board
Pros , different Fully clear acrylic case and polycarbonate keycaps Gasket or top mount, selectable (MonsGeek) Tri-mode with up to three Bluetooth devices and a 3,000 mAh battery Soft, clacky typing per Click and Thock; about 853 g in Click and Thock's spec table Pre-assembled with a knob, 5-pin hot-swap sockets and screw-in stabilizers CNC aluminum case that opens without screws, so foam and plate changes are quick 8,000 mAh battery; all three reviewers rated battery life highly Tri-mode connectivity with VIA remapping and QMK source available Gasket mount, Poron and IXPE foams and pre-lubed stabilizers in the box South-facing hot-swap PCB that accepts 3-pin and 5-pin switches Basic Tutorials and ComputerBase both single out material quality and build
Cons , different Clear polycarbonate keycaps and acrylic make it a style choice first MonsGeek warns thicker replacement keycaps may not fit well because of the dual mount design An older design than the M1 V5 line, with a smaller battery Only a few independent reviews, mainly sound-test content Acrylic case is a different material from the metal M-series, so expect a different sound Mode switch sits under the caps key (Basic Tutorials, ComputerBase) Stock Akko Piano Pro switches can vary in feel and feel slightly scratchy (ComputerBase) Occasional Bluetooth issues (Basic Tutorials) Knob can touch the case if pressed off-centre (Techxreviews) Heavy, and ComputerBase notes there are no recesses for lifting it VIA edition does not work with MonsGeek's driver; order the right version
Research take , different A good-looking wireless 75% for people who want something visually unusual. For a metal case and VIA, step up to the M1 V5. A well-reviewed, heavy 75% whose strengths are the case, battery and ease of modding rather than the stock switches. Check you are buying the VIA edition if you want VIA.