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Compare Akko 3068B Plus vs 3068B Plus V2 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between two very similar Akko 65% tri-mode keyboards. The choice is nuanced, hinging on subtle but important differences in layout compatibility and build construction not immediately obvious from model names alone. Both share core features like hot-swap sockets, PBT keycaps, and tri-mode connectivity, making the decision about specific regional needs and attention to build details.

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Akko 3068B Plus (Black & Gold) Keyboard
Akko 3068B Plus V2 (Tokyo Edition) Keyboard

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  • Released in 2025
  • Has Linear switch options
  • Available in a Unknown layout
  • Built with the ANSI, ISO-UK, ISO, ISO-Nordic layout standard
  • Compatible with both Mac and Windows
  • Uses a Tray Mount mounting style
  • Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate
  • Weighs about 700 g
  • Sized at 39 x 316 x 107 mm
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, North-face, Rgb North-face RGB lighting
  • Released in 2026
  • Built with the ANSI layout standard
  • Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 55
  • Build Quality: 57.5
  • Productivity: 70.3
  • Customizability: 60.4
  • Portability: 52
Scores
  • Performance: 55.1
  • Build Quality: 50.1
  • Productivity: 56.6
  • Customizability: 53.6
  • Portability: 49.2
Name
Akko 3068B Plus
Name
Akko 3068B Plus V2
Release year
2025
Release year
2026
Switch Options
Linear
Switch Options
-
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
Unknown
Layout Size
Unknown
Layout Standard
ANSI, ISO-UK, ISO, ISO-Nordic
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Display Support
 
Display Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
USB-C
 
USB-C
 
USB passthrough
 
USB passthrough
 
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
1800 mAh
Battery capacity
1800 mAh
Hall Effect Support
 
Hall Effect Support
 
QMK Support
 
QMK Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIAL Support
 
VIAL Support
 
N-Key Rollover
 
N-Key Rollover
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Mount Style
Tray Mount
Mount Style
-
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, North-face
Backlight
 
Rgb
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
-
Case Material
-
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
39 x 316 x 107 mm
Dimensions
-
Weight
700g
Weight
-
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Pros and Trade-offs

Your location and keyboard layout are the primary deciding factors. If you need ISO, UK, or Nordic key layouts, the original Akko 3068B Plus is the only viable option. If you use a standard ANSI layout and prefer the Tokyo Edition theme, the V2 is a suitable alternative, though you lose the explicitly stated macOS compatibility and confirmed tray mount details of the original.

Akko 3068B Plus

  • +Supports multiple layout standards including ANSI, ISO-UK, ISO, and ISO-Nordic.
  • +Explicitly lists Mac and Windows compatibility in its features.
  • +Uses a tray mount style, a known quantity for modding.
  • +Features north-facing RGB LEDs, which can affect keycap compatibility.
  • +Includes internal plate sound-dampening foam for a quieter typing experience.
  • −Hot-swap sockets are not available for the first two rows due to the USB-C port placement, a limitation shared with the V2.
  • −Specific details on switch type options are not provided in the available data.

Akko 3068B Plus V2

  • +Offers a specific themed design (Tokyo Edition) according to its vendor page.
  • +Shares core features like tri-mode connectivity, hot-swap, and PBT keycaps.
  • +Also includes internal plate sound-dampening foam.
  • +Uses dye-sub PBT keycaps in the OSA profile for durability.
  • −Only supports the ANSI layout standard, limiting its use for international users.
  • −Mac/Win support is not explicitly mentioned in the provided features or description.
  • −The keyboard's mount style is not specified in the available metadata.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The original Akko 3068B Plus holds a clear advantage for office and programming use where international ISO layouts are required. For gaming, travel, and content creation, the two models are functionally identical in their core specs. The original model also has a slight edge for modders due to its confirmed tray mount construction, whereas the V2's mounting style is unspecified.

GamingTie
  • •Both offer a 1000 Hz polling rate for responsive input.
  • •Both feature tri-mode connectivity with a stable 2.4 GHz wireless option.
  • •Both have hot-swappable sockets for trying different switch types.
OfficeAkko 3068B Plus
  • •The original Plus supports multiple ISO layouts (UK, Nordic, ISO), which is crucial for European office users.
  • •Its vendor description explicitly lists Mac/Win support, while the V2's description does not mention it.
  • •Both have a compact 65% form factor to save desk space.
ProgrammingAkko 3068B Plus
  • •Broader ISO layout support on the original Plus can be essential for programmers using international characters.
  • •Both keyboards are listed as fully programmable for macros and layers.
  • •The compact layout on both models requires using layers for some keys, which is a shared consideration.
TravelTie
  • •Both share the same compact 65% form factor with 68 keys.
  • •Both have identical 1800mAh batteries for wireless use.
  • •Both offer tri-mode connectivity for flexibility on the go.
ModdingAkko 3068B Plus
  • •The original Plus uses a tray mount style, a common and mod-friendly design.
  • •Both share the same hot-swappable 5-pin TTC sockets and internal plate sound-dampening foam.
  • •The mount style for the V2 is not specified in the provided metadata.
Content CreationTie
  • •Both offer fully programmable keys, useful for assigning shortcuts.
  • •Both feature RGB backlighting for visual customization.
  • •The compact layout may require adaptation for dedicated media keys.

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