Compare Keychron J5 QMK vs Varmilo EC Lie Differences Side by Side

Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the Keychron J5 QMK and Varmilo EC Lie 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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Main differences	Released in 2025 Supports hot-swappable switches Connects via USB-C Supports QMK firmware Features N-key rollover Has built-in sound dampening Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate Equipped with a 3750 mAh battery Weighs about 1100 g Sized at 35 x 436 x 129 mm Made with a ABS case Offers Yes, Rgb, White, North-face, Rgb North-face, White North-face RGB lighting	Released in 2023 Has Clicky switch options Provides dedicated media keys Uses a Plate Mount mounting style Made with a Plastic case Offers Yes, White RGB lighting
Score	Scores Performance: 77.9 Build Quality: 61.5 Productivity: 84.3 Customizability: 75.4 Portability: 56.8	Scores Performance: 47 Build Quality: 45.1 Productivity: 45.9 Customizability: 51.4 Portability: 42.2
Name	Name Keychron J5 QMK	Name Varmilo EC Lie
Release year	Release year 2025	Release year 2023
Switch Options	Switch Options -	Switch Options Clicky
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 100%	Layout Size 100%
Layout Standard	Layout Standard ANSI	Layout Standard ANSI
Layout Ergonomics	Layout Ergonomics Normal	Layout Ergonomics Normal
Knob Support	Knob Support	Knob Support
Display Support	Display Support	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 Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless	Connection
Polling Rate	Polling Rate 1000 Hz	Polling Rate -
Battery capacity	Battery capacity 3750 mAh	Battery capacity -
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 -	Mount Style Plate Mount
Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening
Backlight	Backlight Rgb, White, North-face	Backlight White
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material ABS	Case Material Plastic
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material PBT	Keycaps Material PBT
Dimensions	Dimensions 35 x 436 x 129 mm	Dimensions -
Weight	Weight 1100g	Weight -