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Compare IDOBAO ID87 V2 vs LUMINKEY LuminKey80 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between a project and a finished product. The IDOBAO ID87 V2 is a barebones kit requiring assembly, while the LuminKey80 comes fully built with switches and keycaps. The choice is difficult because both offer high-end features like aluminum cases and hot-swap PCBs, but cater to completely different levels of user involvement and connectivity needs.

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IDOBAO ID87 V2 TKL Hot-swappable Keyboard Kit
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LuminKey80 Mechanical Keyboard

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  • Released in 2022
  • Built with the ANSI layout standard
  • Supports Wired, Wired only connectivity
  • Weighs about 1640 g
  • Offers Yes, White RGB lighting
  • Released in 2024
  • Built with the ANSI, ISO layout standard
  • Compatible with both Mac and Windows
  • Supports VIA configuration
  • Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate
  • Sized at 19 x 136 x 359 mm
  • Features PBT keycaps
  • Offers No RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 48.8
  • Build Quality: 56.6
  • Productivity: 65.2
  • Customizability: 74.1
  • Portability: 59
Scores
  • Performance: 60
  • Build Quality: 76.2
  • Productivity: 82.7
  • Customizability: 78.6
  • Portability: 76.9
Name
IDOBAO ID87 V2
Name
LUMINKEY LuminKey80
Release year
2022
Release year
2024
Switch Options
-
Switch Options
-
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
80%
Layout Size
80%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ANSI, ISO
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
Wired, Wired only
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Battery capacity
-
Battery capacity
-
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
 
White
Backlight
 
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Aluminum
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
-
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
-
Dimensions
19 x 136 x 359 mm
Weight
1640g
Weight
-
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Pros and Trade-offs

Your decision hinges on whether you want to build or just use. For a hands-on custom build where you supply switches and keycaps, the IDOBAO ID87 V2 kit is the appropriate choice. If you prefer a complete, wireless-ready keyboard with a premium typing feel right out of the box, the LuminKey80 is the better option. Consider your willingness to assemble components versus your need for immediate, cable-free functionality.

IDOBAO ID87 V2

  • +Sold as a comprehensive DIY kit, including brass counterweight, acrylic bottom, and assembly hardware.
  • +Includes white per-key LEDs for backlighting.
  • +Offers a choice between anodized black-gray or powder-coated white finishes.
  • +Kailh hot-swap sockets allow for easy switch changes.
  • −Wired-only connectivity limits placement and requires cable management.
  • −Requires assembly; does not come with switches or keycaps.
  • −Heavy weight (1640g) may reduce portability.

LUMINKEY LuminKey80

  • +Offers triple-mode connectivity: wired, 2.4GHz, and Bluetooth.
  • +Comes fully assembled with PBT dye-sublimated keycaps and LuminKey Sylva switches.
  • +Features a gasket mount design for a cushioned typing feel.
  • +Includes both QMK and VIA firmware support for customization.
  • −Lacks per-key RGB lighting, featuring only customizable indicator lights.
  • −The vendor description does not mention including a 2.4GHz USB receiver in the box contents.
  • −May be priced higher than the DIY kit, representing a different value proposition.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The LuminKey80 is the more versatile choice for most ready-to-use scenarios, winning in Gaming, Office, Travel, and Content Creation due to its wireless options and pre-built nature. The IDOBAO ID87 V2 is the clear pick for Modding enthusiasts who want a project from the ground up. For Programming, both are equally capable due to their firmware support and practical layouts.

GamingLUMINKEY LuminKey80
  • •The LuminKey80 offers a 1000Hz polling rate in wired and 2.4GHz modes, as stated by the manufacturer.
  • •It provides low-latency wireless options (2.4GHz and Bluetooth) for cable-free gaming.
  • •The ID87 V2 is wired-only, limiting placement options.
OfficeLUMINKEY LuminKey80
  • •The LuminKey80's wireless connectivity (Bluetooth and 2.4GHz) allows easy switching between devices.
  • •It is listed as compatible with Windows and macOS systems.
  • •It comes pre-built with PBT keycaps and switches, ready to use out of the box.
ProgrammingTie
  • •Both keyboards support QMK firmware for deep key remapping and macros.
  • •Both use an 80% TKL layout, preserving the function row and arrow keys.
  • •The LuminKey80 also adds VIA support for easier graphical configuration.
TravelLUMINKEY LuminKey80
  • •The LuminKey80 is wireless, eliminating the need to carry a cable.
  • •Its dimensions (359 x 136 x 19 mm) are slightly more compact than the ID87 V2's listed size.
  • •The ID87 V2 is a heavy kit (1640g) and requires assembly and a cable for use.
ModdingIDOBAO ID87 V2
  • •The ID87 V2 is sold as a DIY kit, including a brass counterweight, acrylic bottom, and all necessary screws for assembly.
  • •Its vendor description explicitly lists it as a kit, implying an expectation of user modification.
  • •While the LuminKey80 is hot-swappable, it is a pre-built unit focused on a complete out-of-box experience.
Content CreationLUMINKEY LuminKey80
  • •Wireless connectivity helps reduce desk clutter for a cleaner workspace.
  • •The gasket mount design, as highlighted by LuminKey, may offer a softer typing feel for long sessions.
  • •It comes pre-built, allowing immediate use for workflow integration.

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