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| Spec |  MonsGeek MonsGeek M5 $130 “The full-size aluminum kit” |  MonsGeek MonsGeek MG108 $60–$115 “The plastic full-size” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $130 | $60–$115 |
| Size | Full | Full |
| Type , different | Barebones | Pre-built |
| Connectivity , different | Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released | 2023 | 2023 |
| Mounting , different | Gasket | Tray Mount |
| Case , different | Aluminum | ABS |
| Colors | Black | Black |
| Weight , different | About 2450g barebone | 1.15kg |
| Dimensions , different | Not listed | 445.5 x 137.5 x 41.8mm |
| Typing angle | Not listed | Not listed |
| Front height | Not listed | Not listed |
| Switches | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps | Not listed | Not listed |
| PCB , different | Hot-swap MX | Not hot-swappable (soldered switches) |
| Plates , different | Not listed | Iron |
| Software , different | QMK, VIA | MonsGeek |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB | Yes | Yes |
| Features , different | Full size, Aluminum, Gasket, Hot-swap | Full size, Tray mount, RGB |
| Good for , different | Typists and data-entry users who want a metal full-size VIA users who prefer wired Buyers who find remaining stock | Budget buyers who need a numpad People who want a themed, ready-to-use board Typists who want a tilt stand |
| 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 wants hot-swap sockets Buyers who want a metal case Wireless users (look at the MG108B or W) |
| 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-size 108 keys with a three-position tilt stand Double-shot PBT ASA-profile keycaps and 20+ lighting modes (maker) Akko V3 Cream switches in linear or tactile 1.15 kg, light enough to move around (maker) MG108B reviewer found it surprisingly high quality for the price |
| 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 | Base MG108 is not hot-swappable, so the switches cannot be changed Wired only for the base model Plastic case; the MG108B reviewer wanted more sound damping Buyers on WhatGeek mention a hollow spacebar The MG108 name covers several variants with different prices and features |
| 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 cheap, plastic full-size that does the basics, with the base model fixed to its switches. Check the exact variant before buying. |