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| Spec |  MonsGeek MonsGeek M1 V5 $90–$130 “The M3's 75% sibling” |  MonsGeek MonsGeek M3 $110–$116 “Aluminum TKL, barebone price” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $90–$130 | $110–$116 |
| Size , different | 75% | TKL |
| Type | Barebones | Barebones |
| Connectivity , different | Wireless + Wired | Wired |
| Released , different | 2025 | 2023 |
| Mounting | Gasket | Gasket |
| Case | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Colors , different | Black, and special editions | Black, Silver, Purple |
| Weight , different | About 1650g barebone | About 1950g barebone |
| Dimensions , different | 333 x 146 x 32.6mm | 366 x 146 x 34mm |
| Typing angle | Not listed | Not listed |
| Front height , different | 32.6mm case height | 34mm case height |
| Switches | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps , different | Not included on the barebone | Not included |
| PCB , different | Hot-swap, south-facing RGB | Hot-swap, south-facing RGB, 1.2mm |
| Plates | PC | PC |
| Battery , different | 8000mAh | — |
| Compatible switches , different | MX-style 3-pin and 5-pin | MX-style 5-pin |
| Software , different | VIA | QMK, VIA |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB | Yes | Yes |
| Features , different | 75% aluminum, Gasket, Tri-mode, Hot-swap, 8000mAh, Quick release, VIA on the VIA kit | Aluminum TKL, Gasket mount, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA, PC plate, RGB |
| 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 | First-time builders who want a metal TKL VIA users who like a heavy wired board Desk keyboards that stay put |
| 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 | Wireless users Buyers who want a finished board People who want slim bezels |
| 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 | Aluminum TKL with gasket mount and a polycarbonate plate QMK/VIA firmware on the international edition South-facing 5-pin hot-swap PCB Screw-in stabilizers and extra foam in the box A Korean owner reported about 2 kg and no case hollowness (2023) |
| 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 | Wired only Barebone: switches and keycaps are extra, and stabilizers need assembling Large bezels (Clien owner post) Only an older single owner post found; no professional review Does not support MonsGeek's driver, so the QMK/VIA edition is the one to buy |
| 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. | A plain, solid TKL kit. Only light independent evidence exists, so treat the sound as unverified. |