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Compare AULA EA75 Max vs Zuoya GMK87 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between a fully assembled keyboard and a customizable DIY kit. The Epomaker EA75 Max offers a complete package with a screen, knob, and extensive sound dampening out of the box. The Zuoya GMK87 is a barebones kit focused on modding potential and open-source VIA software. The choice hinges on whether you prioritize immediate usability or the flexibility to build your perfect typing experience from the ground up.

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  • Released in 2026
  • Has Linear, Silent switch options
  • Available in a 75% layout
  • Comes with a knob
  • Includes a Yes, TFT display
  • Features N-key rollover
  • Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate
  • Equipped with a 5000 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 958.5 g
  • Sized at 43 x 333 x 147 mm
  • Features PBT keycaps
  • Released in 2024
  • Available in a 80% layout
  • Includes a Yes display
  • Equipped with a 3000 mAh battery
Scores
  • Performance: 78.2
  • Build Quality: 68.7
  • Productivity: 82.8
  • Customizability: 72.9
  • Portability: 79.5
Scores
  • Performance: 61.1
  • Build Quality: 70.8
  • Productivity: 75.7
  • Customizability: 78
  • Portability: 72.9
Name
AULA EA75 Max
Name
Zuoya GMK87
Release year
2026
Release year
2024
Switch Options
Linear, Silent
Switch Options
-
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
75%
Layout Size
80%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Display Support
 
TFT
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
5000 mAh
Battery capacity
3000 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
 
Rgb, South-face
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
ABS
Case Material
ABS
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
-
Dimensions
43 x 333 x 147 mm
Dimensions
-
Weight
958.5g
Weight
-
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Pros and Trade-offs

Your decision comes down to convenience versus customization. The Epomaker EA75 Max is the better out-of-the-box solution, delivering strong performance, a full feature set, and a tuned typing experience immediately. The Zuoya GMK87 is the enthusiast's project, rewarding hands-on users with deeper firmware control and the ability to build a keyboard exactly to their liking. If you want to start typing today, choose the EA75 Max. If you want to build and endlessly tweak, the GMK87 is your kit.

AULA EA75 Max

  • +Includes a 5000mAh battery for extended wireless use.
  • +Offers silent linear switch options for quieter environments.
  • +Comes pre-built with five layers of sound dampening foam (Sandwich Pad, IXPE Switch Pad, PET pad, Bottom Foam, Silicone).
  • +Features a specified 1000Hz polling rate in wired and 2.4GHz modes.
  • +Includes double-shot PBT keycaps and a 2-in-1 tool in the box.
  • −Uses an ABS plastic case, which may feel less premium than polycarbonate.
  • −Relies on proprietary driver software for advanced customization.
  • −Has plate-mount stabilizers which are noted as incompatible with screw-in stabilizers.

Zuoya GMK87

  • +Native VIA support for easy, open-source key remapping and macro programming.
  • +Sold as a DIY kit, offering maximum flexibility for switch and keycap choice.
  • +Features a polycarbonate case and plate for a specific acoustic profile.
  • +Gasket structure includes five layers of PORON and IXPE foam.
  • −Smaller 3000mAh battery compared to the EA75 Max.
  • −No silent switch option is mentioned in the provided specifications.
  • −Being a DIY kit, it requires the user to source and install switches and keycaps separately.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Epomaker EA75 Max is the stronger choice for gaming, office use, and travel due to its performance specs, silent switch availability, and larger battery in a pre-built form. The Zuoya GMK87 excels for programming and modding, leveraging its DIY nature and VIA software support. For content creation, both offer similar core multimedia features, making it a tie based on whether you prefer a ready-made or custom-built tool.

GamingAULA EA75 Max
  • •The EA75 Max lists a 1000Hz polling rate for wired and 2.4GHz modes, which the GMK87's specifications do not mention.
  • •The EA75 Max includes N-Key Rollover for anti-ghosting, a feature not explicitly listed for the GMK87.
  • •Its pre-lubed switches and five layers of sound dampening foam provide a consistent, tuned experience immediately.
OfficeAULA EA75 Max
  • •The EA75 Max offers silent linear switch options, which the GMK87's listing does not mention.
  • •It includes a 5000mAh battery, which is larger than the GMK87's 3000mAh battery for longer wireless use.
  • •The EA75 Max is a pre-built unit, requiring no assembly for immediate use in a work environment.
ProgrammingZuoya GMK87
  • •The GMK87 has native VIA support for easy, on-the-fly key remapping and macro programming without proprietary software.
  • •Its TKL (80%) layout provides dedicated function keys, which the 75% EA75 Max consolidates into a layer.
  • •As a DIY kit, it allows programmers to choose their preferred switches and keycaps from the start.
TravelAULA EA75 Max
  • •The EA75 Max has a more compact 75% layout (333mm wide) compared to the GMK87's TKL layout, saving desk or bag space.
  • •It is slightly lighter at 958.5g compared to the GMK87's 1000g.
  • •Its larger 5000mAh battery supports longer use between charges.
ModdingZuoya GMK87
  • •The GMK87 is sold as a DIY kit, designed from the ground up for user assembly and customization.
  • •It features VIA support, offering firmware-level customization that is often preferred by enthusiasts.
  • •Its gasket mount structure includes five layers of PORON and IXPE foam for users to modify.
Content CreationTie
  • •Both keyboards feature a multi-function knob and a programmable screen for controlling media, volume, or macros.
  • •Both offer tri-mode connectivity (wired, 2.4GHz, Bluetooth) for flexible device switching.
  • •The EA75 Max is ready to use, while the GMK87 allows for personalized switch choice, which can benefit long editing sessions.

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