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| Spec |  MonsGeek MonsGeek M5 $130 “The full-size aluminum kit” |  MonsGeek MonsGeek M5W $125 “The wireless full-size kit” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $130 | $125 |
| Size | Full | Full |
| Type | Barebones | Barebones |
| Connectivity , different | Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2023 | 2024 |
| Mounting | Gasket | Gasket |
| Case | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Colors | Black | Black |
| Weight , different | About 2450g barebone | About 2500g barebone |
| Dimensions | Not listed | Not listed |
| Typing angle | Not listed | Not listed |
| Front height | Not listed | Not listed |
| Switches | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps | Not listed | Not listed |
| PCB | Hot-swap MX | Hot-swap MX |
| Plates | Not listed | Not listed |
| Battery , different | — | 6000mAh |
| Software , different | QMK, VIA | MonsGeek |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB | Yes | Yes |
| Features , different | Full size, Aluminum, Gasket, Hot-swap | Full size, Tri-mode, Aluminum, Gasket |
| Good for , different | Typists and data-entry users who want a metal full-size VIA users who prefer wired Buyers who find remaining stock | Buyers who want a wireless full-size metal kit and find stock Typists who want a heavy numpad board People comfortable with MonsGeek's driver |
| Skip if , different | Anyone who needs it to be currently sold Wireless users (see the M5W, also discontinued) Buyers wanting a lighter board | Anyone who needs VIA or QMK Buyers who want a currently sold product Those who switch modes often |
| Pros , different | Full 108-key layout in a CNC aluminum case QMK/VIA firmware on this version Gasket mount and 5-pin hot-swap sockets Around 2.45 kg barebone (maker), very stable on a desk Wired, so no battery or dongle to manage | Full 108-key aluminum case with gasket mount USB-C, 2.4GHz and Bluetooth with a 6,000 mAh battery (maker) Pre-lubed stabilizers that did not rattle for the GeekHack reviewer Individually addressable RGB and macros through MonsGeek's software 5-pin hot-swap sockets |
| Cons , different | MonsGeek lists it as discontinued and out of stock Wired only Barebone: switches and keycaps are separate No independent review of this version found Very heavy for a keyboard | MonsGeek lists it as discontinued Mode switch is under the caps key (maker page, GeekHack reviewer) No QMK/VIA support Acrylic plate; the reviewer wanted metal and found keys seat loosely (GeekHack) Very heavy, about 2.5 kg barebone |
| Research take , different | A solid but discontinued full-size kit. If you want a numpad board you can buy now, MonsGeek points to the M2 V5 VIA or the Mineral 02 VIA. | A heavy, well-built wireless full-size that MonsGeek no longer sells. The evidence is the maker's page plus one forum review. |