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Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the Heavy shell Kira96 and Desktop Tribe Balance 103 and view their biggest differences. The detailed comparison table allows you to see all the essential features, specifications, and benefits of each keyboard at a glance. Whether you're looking for performance, value, or specific functionalities, this comparison tool helps you make an informed decision.

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HEAVY SHELL Kira96 Three Mode RGB Mechanical Keyboard
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[In Stock] Balance 103 Full Sized Wired Mechanical Keyboard

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  • Released in 2022
  • Has Linear, Tactile, Clicky switch options
  • Available in a 96% layout
  • Connects via USB-C
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Equipped with a 3500 mAh battery
  • Made with a Aluminum, Plastic case
  • Features PBT keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting
  • Released in 2025
  • Has Linear, Magnetic switch options
  • Available in a 100% layout
  • Utilizes Hall effect sensors
  • Supports QMK firmware
  • Supports VIA configuration
  • Features N-key rollover
  • Has built-in sound dampening
  • Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
  • Supports Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate
  • Equipped with a 5800 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 1800 g
  • Sized at 20 x 396 x 138 mm
  • Made with a Aluminum case
  • Offers No RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 50
  • Build Quality: 51.6
  • Productivity: 65.7
  • Customizability: 75.8
  • Portability: 56.9
Scores
  • Performance: 75.2
  • Build Quality: 83.7
  • Productivity: 81.7
  • Customizability: 87.3
  • Portability: 62.9
Name
Heavy shell Kira96
Name
Desktop Tribe Balance 103
Release year
2022
Release year
2025
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Switch Options
Linear, Magnetic
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
96%
Layout Size
100%
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
Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Battery capacity
3500 mAh
Battery capacity
5800 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
-
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb
Backlight
 
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Aluminum, Plastic
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
-
Dimensions
-
Dimensions
20 x 396 x 138 mm
Weight
-
Weight
1800g
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