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| Spec |  MonsGeek MonsGeek M1 V5 $90–$130 “The M3's 75% sibling” |  MonsGeek MonsGeek M1 V5 TMR $150 “The TMR M1” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $90–$130 | $150 |
| Size | 75% | 75% |
| Type , different | Barebones | Pre-built |
| Connectivity | Wireless + Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2025 | 2026 |
| Mounting | Gasket | Gasket |
| Case | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Colors , different | Black, and special editions | Black |
| Weight , different | About 1650g barebone | Not listed |
| Dimensions , different | 333 x 146 x 32.6mm | Not listed |
| Typing angle | Not listed | Not listed |
| Front height , different | 32.6mm case height | Not listed |
| Switches , different | Mechanical | TMR magnetic (also accepts mechanical switches) |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps , different | Not included on the barebone | Not listed |
| PCB , different | Hot-swap, south-facing RGB | Hot-swap TMR magnetic |
| Plates , different | PC | Not listed |
| Battery , different | 8000mAh | — |
| Compatible switches , different | MX-style 3-pin and 5-pin | — |
| Software , different | VIA | MonsGeek |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB | Yes | Yes |
| Features , different | 75% aluminum, Gasket, Tri-mode, Hot-swap, 8000mAh, Quick release, VIA on the VIA kit | TMR magnetic, 75%, Rapid trigger, Gasket |
| Good for , different | 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 | Gamers who want elite response and the freedom to use mechanical switches Builders who like a tool-free metal case People who want a heavy, premium-feeling wireless board |
| Skip if , different | Anyone who prioritizes stock switch feel Buyers who want magnetic switches (see the M1 V5 HE or TMR) Travelers who need a light board | Buyers who want the lowest price (the HE is cheaper) Anyone who dislikes tuning software People who want open VIA remapping |
| Pros , different | 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 | Mixes magnetic and mechanical switches on one board (MonsGeek) Aluminum quick-release case; HLPlanet measured 1.8 kg 8,000 Hz polling over USB and 2.4GHz and an 8,000 mAh battery Gasket feel with lubed stabilizers (HLPlanet) Gamepad Squire rated it 8.5/10 |
| Cons , different | 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 | Software described as functional but rough (HLPlanet, Gamepad Squire) Mode switch hidden under the caps key (GamingTrend, Gamepad Squire) A minority of reports of wireless dropouts (Gamepad Squire) HLPlanet found little practical gain from TMR over Hall effect Top and bottom of the case can feel slightly loose when lifted (HLPlanet) |
| Research take , different | 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. | An excellent value for a premium-feeling magnetic 75% if you accept rough software. The mixed-switch support is the reason to choose it over the HE. |