Compare KBDFans Athena 1800 vs Newmen GM980 Differences Side by Side

Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the KBDFans Athena 1800 and Newmen GM980 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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Rating	4.7 stars (17 reviews)	0.0 stars (0 reviews)
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Main differences	Released in 2025 Built with the ANSI, ISO layout standard Includes a Yes, LCD display Supports VIAL configuration Uses a Top Mount mounting style Supports Wired, Wired only connectivity Weighs about 3000 g Made with a Aluminum case	Released in 2022 Has Linear, Clicky, Tactile switch options Built with the ANSI layout standard Includes a No display Compatible with both Mac and Windows Features N-key rollover Enables rapid trigger functionality Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate Equipped with a 3000 mAh battery Weighs about 1200 g Sized at 39 x 391 x 161 mm Made with a Polycarbonate case Features PBT keycaps
Score	Scores Performance: 77.3 Build Quality: 78.7 Productivity: 83.3 Customizability: 82.6 Portability: 43.7	Scores Performance: 72.6 Build Quality: 48.3 Productivity: 76.7 Customizability: 62.6 Portability: 57.2
Name	Name KBDFans Athena 1800	Name Newmen GM980
Release year	Release year 2025	Release year 2022
Switch Options	Switch Options -	Switch Options Linear, Clicky, Tactile
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 95%, 100%, 96%	Layout Size 95%
Layout Standard	Layout Standard ANSI, ISO	Layout Standard ANSI
Layout Ergonomics	Layout Ergonomics Normal	Layout Ergonomics Normal
Knob Support	Knob Support	Knob Support
Display Support	Display Support LCD	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 Wired, Wired only	Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate	Polling Rate -	Polling Rate 1000 Hz
Battery capacity	Battery capacity -	Battery capacity 3000 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 Top Mount	Mount Style Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening
Backlight	Backlight Rgb	Backlight Rgb
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material Aluminum	Case Material Polycarbonate
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material -	Keycaps Material PBT
Dimensions	Dimensions -	Dimensions 39 x 391 x 161 mm
Weight	Weight 3000g	Weight 1200g