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Compare Cidoo V87 vs V98 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between two popular Cidoo wireless keyboards with different layouts. The V87 offers an 80% TKL form factor, while the V98 provides a 98% layout with a numpad. Both share core features like aluminum cases, gasket mounts, and tri-mode connectivity, making the choice hinge on layout preference, software, and specific feature sets like RGB lighting.

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CIDOO V87 Mechanical Keyboard
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CIDOO V98 QMK Wireless Gasket Hot Swappable Aluminium Mechanical Keyboard - Image: 2

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  • Released in 2023
  • Has Linear switch options
  • Available in a 80% layout
  • Supports VIA configuration
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting
  • Released in 2024
  • Has Clicky, Linear switch options
  • Available in a 98% layout
  • Supports QMK firmware
  • Equipped with a 4000 mAh battery
  • Offers No RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 54.5
  • Build Quality: 68.2
  • Productivity: 75.2
  • Customizability: 74.6
  • Portability: 69
Scores
  • Performance: 43.6
  • Build Quality: 72.7
  • Productivity: 76.9
  • Customizability: 76.5
  • Portability: 52
Name
Cidoo V87
Name
Cidoo V98
Release year
2023
Release year
2024
Switch Options
Linear
Switch Options
Clicky, Linear
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
80%
Layout Size
98%
Layout Standard
ANSI
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
-
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
-
Battery capacity
4000 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
Gasket Mount
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face
Backlight
 
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Aluminum
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
-
Dimensions
-
Weight
-
Weight
-
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Pros and Trade-offs

Your primary need dictates the choice. If you want a smaller keyboard with vibrant lighting and straightforward VIA software, the Cidoo V87 is the clear pick. If you need a numpad, prioritize advanced QMK customization, or want a larger battery, the Cidoo V98 is the better tool, albeit without backlighting. Consider your daily tasks and workspace size to make the final call.

Cidoo V87

  • +Compact 80% TKL layout saves desk space.
  • +Includes south-facing RGB backlighting.
  • +Comes pre-built with VIA software for easy customization.
  • +Features multiple foam layers including PORON PCB foam and an IXPE switch sheet.
  • +Includes a metal rotary knob with RGB lighting.
  • −Smaller 3000mAh battery compared to the V98.
  • −Lacks a numpad, which some users require.
  • −No mention of QMK firmware support.

Cidoo V98

  • +98% layout includes a numpad while remaining relatively compact.
  • +Fully compatible with QMK firmware for advanced programming.
  • +Larger 4000mAh battery capacity.
  • +Available as a DIY kit/barebones option for custom builds.
  • +Vendor description lists five layers of sound-dampening foam.
  • −No RGB lighting of any kind.
  • −Larger footprint than the TKL V87.
  • −Switch options are listed as only Clicky or Linear, with no tactile option mentioned in the metadata.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The V98 wins for office use and content creation due to its numpad and QMK-powered macros. The V87 is better for gaming and travel, thanks to its TKL size and RGB lighting. For programming and modding, both are strong contenders, with the choice boiling down to preferred layout and firmware (VIA vs. QMK).

GamingCidoo V87
  • •The V87's TKL layout provides more mouse space, a common preference for gamers.
  • •South-facing RGB lighting is present on the V87, which the V98 lacks entirely.
  • •The V87 is listed as a pre-built option, offering immediate plug-and-play use.
OfficeCidoo V98
  • •The V98's 98% layout includes a numpad, which is essential for data entry and spreadsheet work.
  • •Its larger 4000mAh battery may offer longer wireless usage between charges compared to the V87's 3000mAh.
  • •QMK support allows for extensive macro programming to automate repetitive office tasks.
ProgrammingTie
  • •The V87's VIA software and the V98's QMK support both offer deep key remapping for coding shortcuts.
  • •Both are hot-swappable, allowing programmers to choose their preferred switch feel.
  • •Layout choice is personal; some prefer the compact V87, others the dedicated nav keys of the V98.
TravelCidoo V87
  • •The V87's 80% TKL layout is significantly more compact than the 98% V98.
  • •The V87 has a specified weight of 2160g, indicating a potentially denser but more manageable footprint for a bag.
  • •Both offer wireless connectivity, but the smaller V87 is easier to fit on varied workspaces.
ModdingTie
  • •Both keyboards feature a gasket mount design and are hot-swappable.
  • •Both have sound-dampening foam layers; the V87 lists PORON and IXPE foam, while the V98 mentions five layers including plate foam and IXPE pads.
  • •The V98 is explicitly listed as available in a DIY kit/barebones configuration, while the V87 is listed as pre-built, offering different starting points.
Content CreationCidoo V98
  • •The V98's included rotary knob, according to its vendor page, allows for direct media control like volume adjustment.
  • •The 98% layout provides a numpad for quick numerical input in editing software.
  • •QMK firmware support enables complex macro creation for editing workflows.

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