Dagk Alloy40 V2 vs Pro: Heavy Gasket vs Lightweight Kit Choice

Compare Dagk Alloy40 V2 vs Alloy40 Pro Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between two 40% wireless mechanical keyboard kits from the same brand. The choice is difficult because both share core features like tri-mode connectivity, aluminum cases, and hot-swap sockets. The decision ultimately hinges on whether you value the V2's heavier, more elaborate gasket-mounted construction and sound-dampening package, or the Pro's significantly lighter weight and lower cost.

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Main differences	Released in 2024 Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style Equipped with a 3000 mAh battery Weighs about 930 g Sized at 22 x 100 x 289 mm	Released in 2023 Equipped with a 2500 mAh battery Weighs about 450 g Sized at 21 x 239 x 87 mm
Score	Scores Performance: 59.1 Build Quality: 70.6 Productivity: 60.2 Customizability: 76.6 Portability: 89.8	Scores Performance: 55.9 Build Quality: 65.3 Productivity: 60.4 Customizability: 75.8 Portability: 89.3
Name	Name Dagk Alloy40 V2	Name Dagk Alloy40 Pro
Release year	Release year 2024	Release year 2023
Switch Options	Switch Options -	Switch Options -
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 40%	Layout Size 40%
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	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, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate	Polling Rate -	Polling Rate -
Battery capacity	Battery capacity 3000 mAh	Battery capacity 2500 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 -
Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening
Backlight	Backlight Rgb, South-face	Backlight Rgb, South-face
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material Aluminum	Case Material Aluminum
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material -	Keycaps Material -
Dimensions	Dimensions 22 x 100 x 289 mm	Dimensions 21 x 239 x 87 mm
Weight	Weight 930g	Weight 450g

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Released in 2024
Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
Equipped with a 3000 mAh battery
Weighs about 930 g
Sized at 22 x 100 x 289 mm

Released in 2023
Equipped with a 2500 mAh battery
Weighs about 450 g
Sized at 21 x 239 x 87 mm

Scores

Performance: 59.1
Build Quality: 70.6
Productivity: 60.2
Customizability: 76.6
Portability: 89.8

Scores

Performance: 55.9
Build Quality: 65.3
Productivity: 60.4
Customizability: 75.8
Portability: 89.3

Name

Dagk Alloy40 V2

Name

Dagk Alloy40 Pro

Release year

2024

Release year

2023

Switch Options

Profile

Normal Profile

Profile

Normal Profile

Hot Swappable

Layout Size

40%

Layout Size

40%

Layout Standard

ANSI

Layout Standard

ANSI

Layout Ergonomics

Normal

Layout Ergonomics

Normal

Knob Support

Display Support

Mac/Win Support

Multi-Media Keys

USB-C

USB passthrough

Connection

Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless

Connection

Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless

Polling Rate

Battery capacity

3000 mAh

Battery capacity

2500 mAh

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, South-face

Backlight

Rgb, South-face

Case Colors

Case Material

Aluminum

Case Material

Aluminum

Keycaps Material

Dimensions

22 x 100 x 289 mm

Dimensions

21 x 239 x 87 mm

Weight

930g

Weight

450g

Pros and Trade-offs

Select the Dagk Alloy40 V2 if your priority is a premium, acoustically-focused typing project with a gasket mount and you don't mind the weight and higher cost. Opt for the Dagk Alloy40 Pro if you want a more portable, budget-friendly entry into 40% keyboards and prefer a lighter build. Be prepared for the learning curve of a 40% layout with either choice.

Dagk Alloy40 V2

+Gasket mount structure for a potentially softer, more flexible typing feel.
+Includes a comprehensive five-layer sound package with PORON sandwich cotton, IXPE switch pad, PET film, and PORON bottom cotton.
+Larger 3000mAh battery capacity for longer wireless use.
+Substantial 930g weight provides a premium, desk-anchored feel.
+Available in multiple color options including Green, Blue, White, Pink, and Purple.

−Significantly heavier at 930g, making it less portable.
−A user review indicates difficulty finding software for key remapping.
−The product description mentions the board's height may require a wrist rest.

Dagk Alloy40 Pro

+Much lighter weight at 450g, enhancing portability.
+Generally more affordable than the V2 model.
+Includes a glass fiber (FR4) plate, which can offer a distinct typing feel.
+The vendor description highlights Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity and easy multi-device switching.

−Smaller 2500mAh battery compared to the V2.
−Mounting style is not specified, so it may lack the gasket structure of the V2.
−Listed color option appears to be limited to Gray.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Alloy40 Pro is the clear choice for portability due to its much lower weight. For modding enthusiasts, the V2's gasket mount and extensive sound-dampening package give it an edge. For all other use cases, including gaming, office work, programming, and content creation, the two kits are effectively tied, as they share the same core limitations of the 40% layout and similar core features. The decision therefore rests primarily on your budget and preference for build heft versus lightness.

GamingTie

•Both offer identical tri-mode wireless connectivity for flexibility.
•Both use south-facing RGB, which avoids interference with Cherry profile keycaps.
•Neither listing specifies a high polling rate, a common gaming feature.

OfficeTie

•Both support Windows and Mac systems out of the box.
•Both offer Bluetooth for easy multi-device switching, as mentioned for the Pro.
•The 40% layout requires heavy use of layers for both, which has a steep learning curve for standard office tasks.

ProgrammingTie

•Both share the same compact 40% ANSI layout, requiring extensive layer use for symbols and numbers.
•Both are hot-swappable, allowing for switch customization to suit typing feel.
•A user review for the V2 notes difficulty finding software for remapping keys, a potential issue for both kits.

TravelDagk Alloy40 Pro

•The Alloy40 Pro weighs 450g, less than half the V2's 930g.
•The Pro's dimensions (239x87x21mm) suggest a potentially more compact footprint than the V2 (289x100x22mm).
•Both have built-in batteries and wireless functionality.

ModdingDagk Alloy40 V2

•The V2 features a gasket mount structure, which is popular for its typing feel.
•The V2 includes a deluxe five-layer padding set with PORON and PET materials for sound tuning.
•Both are hot-swappable barebones kits, but the V2's pre-included foam stack offers more out-of-the-box modding potential.

Content CreationTie

•The 40% layout lacks dedicated media keys or a number pad, which can hinder efficiency.
•Both have RGB lighting for aesthetic setups.
•The need for layers to access basic functions like arrow keys applies equally to both keyboards.

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Compare Dagk Alloy40 V2 vs Alloy40 Pro Differences Side by Side

Pros and Trade-offs

Dagk Alloy40 V2

Dagk Alloy40 Pro

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the main difference between the Dagk Alloy40 V2 and Pro?

Are the Dagk Alloy40 V2 and Pro hot-swappable?

Which Dagk 40% keyboard has better battery life?

Can I remap the keys on the Dagk Alloy40 keyboards?

Do these keyboards work with Mac and Windows?

Which keyboard is more portable, the V2 or the Pro?

What type of RGB lighting do these keyboards have?

What connectivity options do the Dagk Alloy40 kits offer?

What comes in the box with these DIY kits?

Is a wrist rest recommended for the Dagk Alloy40 V2?

What plate material does the Alloy40 Pro use?

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