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Compare Evoworks Evo75 vs Evo80 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between two premium wireless keyboards from Evoworks. The choice is difficult because both share core features like triple connectivity, 8000mAh batteries, hot-swap PCBs, and aluminum construction. The decision ultimately hinges on whether you prioritize the space-saving 75% layout with more mounting and layout options, or the traditional TKL form factor with its dedicated function row and pre-installed acoustic foams.

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  • Released in 2025
  • Available in a 75% layout
  • Supports QMK firmware
  • Includes screw-in stabilizers
  • Weighs about 2000 g
  • Sized at 143 x 323 mm
  • Made with a Aluminum, Steel case
  • Released in 2024
  • Has Linear switch options
  • Available in a 80% layout
  • Weighs about 1870 g
  • Made with a Copper, Aluminum case
Scores
  • Performance: 80
  • Build Quality: 90
  • Productivity: 93.9
  • Customizability: 94.8
  • Portability: 91.7
Scores
  • Performance: 77.8
  • Build Quality: 79.4
  • Productivity: 83.6
  • Customizability: 82.7
  • Portability: 87
Name
Evoworks Evo75
Name
Evoworks Evo80
Release year
2025
Release year
2024
Switch Options
-
Switch Options
Linear
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
 
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
1000 Hz
Battery capacity
8000 mAh
Battery capacity
8000 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
Plate Mount
Mount Style
Plate 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
Aluminum, Steel
Case Material
Copper, Aluminum
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
143 x 323 mm
Dimensions
-
Weight
2000g
Weight
1870g
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Pros and Trade-offs

Your primary need dictates the choice. If you want the smallest possible footprint with arrow keys and maximum firmware/layout flexibility for customization, the Evoworks Evo75 is the clear pick. If you rely on function keys daily for work or prefer a keyboard with extensive sound-dampening foams installed from the factory, the Evoworks Evo80's TKL layout is the more practical option. Both are excellent, well-built wireless keyboards.

Evoworks Evo75

  • +More compact 75% layout saves desk space.
  • +Supports ISO-DE, ANSI, and ISO physical layouts.
  • +Explicit QMK firmware support for advanced programming.
  • +Features a toolless, ball-catch quick release case design.
  • +Offers multiple mounting styles: plate, bottom, and PCB mount.
  • −Lacks a dedicated function row.
  • −Does not come with the extensive pre-installed acoustic foam layers described for the Evo80.
  • −Slightly heavier at 2000 grams.

Evoworks Evo80

  • +Traditional TKL layout with a full, dedicated function row including F13.
  • +Vendor description lists five layers of Poron foam and double-layer cotton bottom foam for enhanced sound.
  • +Includes a Mac add-on kit in the package.
  • +Slightly lighter weight at 1870 grams.
  • +Copper is listed as a case material option alongside aluminum.
  • −Larger footprint (357mm long) requires more desk space.
  • −Only supports ANSI layout according to its metadata.
  • −Vendor description mentions VIA support but not QMK support.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Evo75 wins for office use and travel due to its compactness and layout flexibility, and for modding due to its QMK support and multiple mounting options. The Evo80 is the better choice for programming and content creation, leveraging its full TKL layout with F-keys and enhanced acoustic package. For gaming, the keyboards are tied on core performance specs.

GamingTie
  • •Both offer a 1000 Hz polling rate in wired and 2.4 GHz modes.
  • •Both feature N-Key Rollover (NKRO) for simultaneous key presses.
  • •Both have south-facing RGB LEDs for switch compatibility.
OfficeEvoworks Evo75
  • •The Evo75's 75% layout saves desk space while retaining arrow keys.
  • •It supports ISO-DE, ANSI, and ISO layouts, offering more regional flexibility.
  • •Its included carrying case aids in transport between workspaces.
ProgrammingEvoworks Evo80
  • •The Evo80's TKL layout includes a dedicated F-row, useful for IDE shortcuts.
  • •It includes an F13 key for additional macro programming.
  • •The vendor description notes it includes a Mac add-on kit for cross-platform use.
TravelEvoworks Evo75
  • •The Evo75 is more compact (323mm long vs 357mm).
  • •It is slightly heavier (2000g vs 1870g) but its smaller footprint is easier to pack.
  • •Both include a carrying case, but the Evo75's smaller size is an advantage.
ModdingEvoworks Evo75
  • •The Evo75 explicitly lists QMK support in its metadata, while the Evo80's description only mentions VIA.
  • •It offers multiple mount styles: plate, bottom, and PCB mount.
  • •The vendor description highlights a toolless, ball-catch quick release design for easy disassembly.
Content CreationEvoworks Evo80
  • •The Evo80's TKL layout provides dedicated media keys on the F-row.
  • •Its vendor description details five layers of Poron foam and double-layer cotton bottom foam for a quieter, more pleasant typing sound during recording.
  • •The full navigation cluster is beneficial for timeline scrubbing.

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