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| Spec |  MonsGeek MonsGeek M3 $110–$116 “Aluminum TKL, barebone price” |  MonsGeek MonsGeek M1 V5 $90–$130 “The M3's 75% sibling” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $110–$116 | $90–$130 |
| Size , different | TKL | 75% |
| Type | Barebones | Barebones |
| Connectivity , different | Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2023 | 2025 |
| Mounting | Gasket | Gasket |
| Case | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Colors , different | Black, Silver, Purple | Black, and special editions |
| Weight , different | About 1950g barebone | About 1650g barebone |
| Dimensions , different | 366 x 146 x 34mm | 333 x 146 x 32.6mm |
| Typing angle | Not listed | Not listed |
| Front height , different | 34mm case height | 32.6mm case height |
| Switches | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps , different | Not included | Not included on the barebone |
| PCB , different | Hot-swap, south-facing RGB, 1.2mm | Hot-swap, south-facing RGB |
| Plates | PC | PC |
| Battery , different | — | 8000mAh |
| Compatible switches , different | MX-style 5-pin | MX-style 3-pin and 5-pin |
| Software , different | QMK, VIA | VIA |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB | Yes | Yes |
| Features , different | Aluminum TKL, Gasket mount, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA, PC plate, RGB | 75% aluminum, Gasket, Tri-mode, Hot-swap, 8000mAh, Quick release, VIA on the VIA kit |
| Good for , different | First-time builders who want a metal TKL VIA users who like a heavy wired board Desk keyboards that stay put | 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 | Wireless users Buyers who want a finished board People who want slim bezels | 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 | 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) | 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 | 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 | 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 plain, solid TKL kit. Only light independent evidence exists, so treat the sound as unverified. | 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. |