Compare AULA S75 Pro vs Zuoya GMK81 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between a fully-featured pre-built keyboard and a premium barebones kit. Both are 75% gasket-mounted boards with tri-mode connectivity, making the choice hinge on whether you value immediate usability or a customizable foundation. The AULA S75 Pro includes switches, keycaps, and a screen, while the Zuoya GMK81 offers an aluminum case and deeper firmware customization as a starting point for your own build.

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Main differences	Released in 2025 Has Linear switch options Comes with a knob Includes a Yes, LCD display Features N-key rollover Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity Runs at a 4000 Hz polling rate Equipped with a 4000 mAh battery Weighs about 1000 g Sized at 43 x 333 x 147 mm Features PBT keycaps Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting	Released in 2024 Includes a Yes display Supports VIA configuration Supports Wired, Wireless, Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz connectivity Equipped with a 3000 mAh battery Weighs about 870 g Sized at 50 x 365 x 185 mm Made with a ABS, Aluminum case Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting
Score	Scores Performance: 85.6 Build Quality: 75.7 Productivity: 91 Customizability: 78.7 Portability: 80.4	Scores Performance: 66.4 Build Quality: 86.5 Productivity: 91.3 Customizability: 87.8 Portability: 80.7
Name	Name AULA S75 Pro	Name Zuoya GMK81
Release year	Release year 2025	Release year 2024
Switch Options	Switch Options Linear	Switch Options -
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 75%	Layout Size 75%
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 LCD	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 Wired, Wireless, Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz
Polling Rate	Polling Rate 4000 Hz	Polling Rate -
Battery capacity	Battery capacity 4000 mAh	Battery capacity 3000 mAh
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 Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening
Backlight	Backlight Rgb	Backlight Rgb, South-face
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material -	Case Material ABS, Aluminum
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material PBT	Keycaps Material -
Dimensions	Dimensions 43 x 333 x 147 mm	Dimensions 50 x 365 x 185 mm
Weight	Weight 1000g	Weight 870g

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Pros and Trade-offs

Your choice fundamentally depends on your willingness to build. For most users who want a premium, feature-packed keyboard without extra work, the AULA S75 Pro is the better value. If you enjoy the build process, already have keycaps and switches, and prioritize VIA firmware and an aluminum case, the Zuoya GMK81 is a compelling canvas. Consider your budget for additional components if choosing the GMK81.

AULA S75 Pro

+Includes a 1.14-inch customizable LCD screen and a multifunction knob.
+Comes as a complete pre-built with PBT keycaps and linear switches.
+Specifies a 4000 Hz polling rate for wired performance.
+Larger 4000mAh battery capacity.
+Vendor description mentions five layers of sound-dampening foam.

−Case material is not specified as aluminum.
−Relies on proprietary software for advanced LCD and key programming.
−Heavier than the GMK81 at 1000g.

Zuoya GMK81

+Features an aluminum case and a polycarbonate plate.
+Explicitly supports VIA for open-source, software-free remapping.
+Sold as a DIY kit, ideal for choosing your own switches and keycaps.
+Kit includes detailed sound-dampening materials like Poron gaskets and an IXPE switch pad.
+Lighter weight of 870g.

−Does not include switches or keycaps, requiring additional purchase.
−Smaller 3000mAh battery.
−Polling rate is not specified in the provided information.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The AULA S75 Pro is the clear choice for gamers and office users who want a high-performance, complete keyboard immediately. For programmers and modding enthusiasts, the Zuoya GMK81's VIA support and barebones nature provide a superior foundation for customization. Travel and content creation are closer calls, with the AULA offering better out-of-box utility for the former, while both are capable for the latter.

GamingAULA S75 Pro

•The AULA S75 Pro lists a 4000 Hz polling rate for potentially lower latency.
•It is a pre-built unit with included linear switches, ready for immediate use.
•Its vendor description mentions lag-free performance for gaming consoles.

OfficeAULA S75 Pro

•The AULA S75 Pro is a complete package with keycaps and switches installed.
•It features a multifunction knob and an LCD screen for quick adjustments.
•Its 4000mAh battery is larger than the GMK81's 3000mAh for longer wireless use.

ProgrammingZuoya GMK81

•The Zuoya GMK81 explicitly supports VIA for easy, software-free key remapping.
•It is a DIY kit, allowing programmers to choose their preferred switches and keycaps.
•Its aluminum case may provide a more stable typing platform.

TravelAULA S75 Pro

•The AULA S75 Pro is lighter at 1000g compared to the GMK81's 870g, but its overall dimensions are slightly more compact.
•It is a pre-built, requiring no assembly or extra components on the go.
•The larger 4000mAh battery supports longer use between charges.

ModdingZuoya GMK81

•The Zuoya GMK81 is sold as a DIY/barebones kit, designed from the ground up for customization.
•It includes a polycarbonate plate and lists specific foam layers like Poron plate foam and an IXPE switch pad.
•Its VIA support offers extensive firmware-level customization.

Content CreationTie

•The AULA S75 Pro's knob and LCD screen offer direct media and system controls.
•The Zuoya GMK81's VIA support allows for creating complex macros and shortcuts.
•Both have tri-mode connectivity for flexible device switching.