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Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the Keychron K5 V2 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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Keychron K5 QMK Wireless Mechanical Keyboard (ISO Layout) - Version 2
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  • Released in 2025
  • Has Tactile, Linear switch options
  • Features a low-profile design
  • Available in a 100% layout
  • Built with the ISO, ISO-DE, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-UK, ANSI layout standard
  • Supports QMK firmware
  • Supports Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Equipped with a 2000 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 732 g
  • Sized at 25 x 424 x 119 mm
  • Made with a ABS, Aluminum case
  • Features ABS keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, White, North-face, Rgb North-face, White North-face RGB lighting
  • Released in 2022
  • Has Linear, Clicky, Tactile switch options
  • Available in a 95% layout
  • Built with the ANSI layout standard
  • Enables rapid trigger functionality
  • Has built-in sound dampening
  • Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • 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
  • Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 78.4
  • Build Quality: 67
  • Productivity: 73.4
  • Customizability: 75.6
  • Portability: 56.7
Scores
  • Performance: 73.1
  • Build Quality: 48.2
  • Productivity: 76.5
  • Customizability: 62.3
  • Portability: 57
Name
Keychron K5 V2
Name
Newmen GM980
Release year
2025
Release year
2022
Switch Options
Tactile, Linear
Switch Options
Linear, Clicky, Tactile
Profile
Low Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
100%
Layout Size
95%
Layout Standard
ISO, ISO-DE, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-UK, 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, Wired, Wireless
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Battery capacity
2000 mAh
Battery capacity
3000 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, White, North-face
Backlight
 
Rgb
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
ABS, Aluminum
Case Material
Polycarbonate
Keycaps Material
ABS
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
25 x 424 x 119 mm
Dimensions
39 x 391 x 161 mm
Weight
732g
Weight
1200g
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