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| Spec |  MonsGeek MonsGeek M3 $110–$116 “Aluminum TKL, barebone price” |  MonsGeek MonsGeek M3 V5 HE $105 “The magnetic M3” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $110–$116 | $105 |
| Size | TKL | TKL |
| Type , different | Barebones | Pre-built |
| Connectivity , different | Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2023 | 2025 |
| Mounting | Gasket | Gasket |
| Case | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Colors , different | Black, Silver, Purple | Black |
| Weight , different | About 1950g barebone | Not listed |
| Dimensions , different | 366 x 146 x 34mm | Not listed |
| Typing angle | Not listed | Not listed |
| Front height , different | 34mm case height | Not listed |
| Switches , different | Mechanical | Hall Effect |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps , different | Not included | Not listed |
| PCB , different | Hot-swap, south-facing RGB, 1.2mm | Hot-swap magnetic |
| Plates , different | PC | Not listed |
| Compatible switches , different | MX-style 5-pin | — |
| Software , different | QMK, VIA | MonsGeek |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB | Yes | Yes |
| Features , different | Aluminum TKL, Gasket mount, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA, PC plate, RGB | Hall effect, TKL, Gasket, Rapid trigger |
| Good for , different | First-time builders who want a metal TKL VIA users who like a heavy wired board Desk keyboards that stay put | Gamers who want a TKL with magnetic switches Buyers who want a metal, wireless TKL People who need an F-row and nav keys |
| Skip if , different | Wireless users Buyers who want a finished board People who want slim bezels | Anyone who wants VIA or mechanical switches (see the M3) Buyers who want a smaller 75% Those who need independent reviews first |
| 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) | TKL layout with a function row and Rapid Trigger 8,000 Hz polling over USB and 2.4GHz (maker) Aluminum gasket case with ball-catch quick-release Tri-mode with an 8,000 mAh battery Rapid Trigger precision to 0.005 mm with an RT Stabilizer filter |
| 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 | No independent review found Up to 2.06 kg, a desk-only board Magnetic switches only Configuration is through MonsGeek's driver Retailer listings for this model conflict with the maker, so check specs on MonsGeek's page |
| Research take , different | A plain, solid TKL kit. Only light independent evidence exists, so treat the sound as unverified. | A magnetic TKL with strong specs on paper and only the maker's word. Pick the M1 V5 HE if you want a smaller board with a knob. |