Ajazz AK832 Pro vs AKL680: Gasket-Mount RGB vs Ultra-Portable

Compare Ajazz AK832 Pro vs AKL680 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between two Ajazz low-profile keyboards with different priorities. The AK832 Pro offers premium features like a gasket mount and a screen, while the AKL680 focuses on extreme portability with a simpler, battery-powered design. The choice is difficult because both are wireless and compact, but they target different needs within the budget low-profile segment.

Model
Rating	5.0 stars (2 reviews)	2.8 stars (8 reviews)
Purchase Options
Main differences	Has Clicky, Tactile, Linear switch options Available in a 75% layout Includes a Yes, TFT display Connects via USB-C Enables rapid trigger functionality Has built-in sound dampening Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity Equipped with a 2500 mAh battery Weighs about 700 g Sized at 26 x 135 x 318 mm Made with a ABS, Plastic, Aluminum case Features PBT keycaps Offers Yes, Rgb, White RGB lighting	Has Tactile, Linear switch options Available in a 65% layout Includes a No display Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wireless connectivity Weighs about 450 g Sized at 50 x 150 x 385 mm Made with a ABS case Features ABS keycaps Offers No RGB lighting
Score	Scores Performance: 54.8 Build Quality: 56.9 Productivity: 69.4 Customizability: 52.6 Portability: 75.5	Scores Performance: 54.6 Build Quality: 55.4 Productivity: 42.3 Customizability: 42.2 Portability: 77.3
Name	Name Ajazz AK832 Pro	Name Ajazz AKL680
Release year	Release year 2023	Release year 2023
Switch Options	Switch Options Clicky, Tactile, Linear	Switch Options Tactile, Linear
Profile	Profile Low Profile	Profile Low Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 75%	Layout Size 65%
Layout Standard	Layout Standard ANSI	Layout Standard ANSI
Layout Ergonomics	Layout Ergonomics Normal	Layout Ergonomics Normal
Knob Support	Knob Support	Knob Support
Display Support	Display Support TFT	Display Support
Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys
USB-C	USB-C	USB-C
USB passthrough	USB passthrough	USB passthrough
Connection	Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless	Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wireless
Polling Rate	Polling Rate -	Polling Rate -
Battery capacity	Battery capacity 2500 mAh	Battery capacity -
Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support
QMK Support	QMK Support	QMK Support
VIA Support	VIA Support	VIA Support
VIAL Support	VIAL Support	VIAL Support
N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger
Mount Style	Mount Style Gasket Mount	Mount Style -
Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening
Backlight	Backlight Rgb, White	Backlight
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material ABS, Plastic, Aluminum	Case Material ABS
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material PBT	Keycaps Material ABS
Dimensions	Dimensions 26 x 135 x 318 mm	Dimensions 50 x 150 x 385 mm
Weight	Weight 700g	Weight 450g

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5.0 stars (2 reviews)

2.8 stars (8 reviews)

Has Clicky, Tactile, Linear switch options
Available in a 75% layout
Includes a Yes, TFT display
Connects via USB-C
Enables rapid trigger functionality
Has built-in sound dampening
Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
Equipped with a 2500 mAh battery
Weighs about 700 g
Sized at 26 x 135 x 318 mm
Made with a ABS, Plastic, Aluminum case
Features PBT keycaps
Offers Yes, Rgb, White RGB lighting

Has Tactile, Linear switch options
Available in a 65% layout
Includes a No display
Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wireless connectivity
Weighs about 450 g
Sized at 50 x 150 x 385 mm
Made with a ABS case
Features ABS keycaps
Offers No RGB lighting

Scores

Performance: 54.8
Build Quality: 56.9
Productivity: 69.4
Customizability: 52.6
Portability: 75.5

Scores

Performance: 54.6
Build Quality: 55.4
Productivity: 42.3
Customizability: 42.2
Portability: 77.3

Name

Ajazz AK832 Pro

Name

Ajazz AKL680

Release year

2023

Release year

2023

Switch Options

Clicky, Tactile, Linear

Switch Options

Tactile, Linear

Profile

Low Profile

Profile

Low Profile

Hot Swappable

Layout Size

75%

Layout Size

65%

Layout Standard

ANSI

Layout Standard

ANSI

Layout Ergonomics

Normal

Layout Ergonomics

Normal

Knob Support

Display Support

TFT

Display Support

Mac/Win Support

Multi-Media Keys

USB-C

USB passthrough

Connection

Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless

Connection

Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wireless

Polling Rate

Battery capacity

2500 mAh

Battery capacity

Hall Effect Support

QMK Support

VIA Support

VIAL Support

N-Key Rollover

Rapid Trigger

Mount Style

Gasket Mount

Mount Style

Screw in Stabilizers

Sound Dampening

Backlight

Rgb, White

Backlight

Case Colors

Case Material

ABS, Plastic, Aluminum

Case Material

ABS

Keycaps Material

PBT

Keycaps Material

ABS

Dimensions

26 x 135 x 318 mm

Dimensions

50 x 150 x 385 mm

Weight

700g

Weight

450g

Pros and Trade-offs

Your primary need dictates the choice. If you want a feature-packed keyboard for gaming, modding, or a premium desk setup, the Ajazz AK832 Pro is worth the extra investment for its gasket mount, screen, and connectivity options. If your top priority is a lightweight, no-fuss keyboard for travel or a secondary setup, and you don't mind using batteries, the Ajazz AKL680 is a capable budget option.

Ajazz AK832 Pro

+Features a gasket mount structure with sound-dampening foam for a cleaner sound.
+Includes a customizable TFT screen for system info and animations.
+Offers triple-mode connectivity: Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless, and wired USB-C.
+Built with PBT keycaps and an aluminum plate for better long-term durability.
+Has a 2500mAh internal rechargeable battery.

−Heavier at 700g and larger than the AKL680, reducing portability.
−More expensive than the AKL680.
−The transparent ABS case may show wear more easily.

Ajazz AKL680

+Extremely portable at 450g with a compact 65% layout.
+Lower cost than the AK832 Pro.
+Uses standard AAA batteries, allowing for quick swaps without downtime.
+Simple, minimalist design with no RGB lighting for a clean look.

−Uses ABS keycaps, which are prone to shining over time.
−No backlighting of any kind.
−Relies on AAA batteries (not included) with no option for a wired connection.
−Customer reviews mention potential issues with the battery compartment design.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The AK832 Pro is the clear choice for users who value a premium typing experience, gaming features, and customization via its gasket mount and screen. It wins for Gaming, Programming, Modding, and Content Creation. The AKL680 excels solely in Travel due to its lighter weight, smaller footprint, and battery-powered convenience. For general Office use, both are competent, making the decision one of layout preference.

GamingAjazz AK832 Pro

•The AK832 Pro lists Rapid Trigger as a feature, which is absent on the AKL680.
•It offers a wired USB-C connection for minimal latency, while the AKL680 is wireless-only.
•The AK832 Pro includes RGB backlighting, which the AKL680 lacks.

OfficeTie

•Both support Windows and Mac operating systems.
•Both offer low-profile switches and wireless connectivity via Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz.
•The AK832 Pro has a larger 75% layout with dedicated function keys, while the AKL680's 65% layout is more space-efficient.

ProgrammingAjazz AK832 Pro

•The AK832 Pro's 75% layout retains arrow keys and a column of function keys, which the 65% AKL680 lacks.
•PBT keycaps on the AK832 Pro are more resistant to shine over time compared to the AKL680's ABS keycaps.
•A wired connection option on the AK832 Pro ensures reliability during long coding sessions.

TravelAjazz AKL680

•The AKL680 is significantly lighter at 450g compared to the 700g AK832 Pro.
•Its 65% layout is more compact, with dimensions of 342x116mm versus 318x135mm for the AK832 Pro.
•It uses standard AAA batteries, eliminating the need to carry a charging cable, unlike the AK832 Pro's internal 2500mAh battery.

ModdingAjazz AK832 Pro

•The AK832 Pro uses a gasket mount structure, which is a popular modding platform for tuning sound and feel.
•It features an aluminum plate and a bottom aluminum alloy nameplate, offering a more substantial foundation than the AKL680's all-ABS construction.
•The vendor description mentions sound dampening foam to eliminate cavity sound, a key modding consideration.

Content CreationAjazz AK832 Pro

•The AK832 Pro includes a customizable TFT screen for displaying time, battery, or animations, which the AKL680 lacks.
•RGB backlighting allows for aesthetic customization to match a setup.
•The gasket mount and sound-dampening features, according to the vendor, contribute to a cleaner sound profile for recording.

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