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Compare Leobog Hi8SE vs Hi8 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between Leobog's two 75% aluminum wireless keyboards. The choice hinges on whether you want a pre-assembled keyboard with specific switch options and iterative improvements, or a more affordable barebones kit for a fully custom build. Both share a core feature set, making the decision about convenience, cost, and the desire to mod from the ground up.

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  • Has Linear switch options
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Weighs about 1600 g
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless, Wired only connectivity
  • Weighs about 1380 g
Scores
  • Performance: 78.8
  • Build Quality: 74.1
  • Productivity: 84.8
  • Customizability: 80.1
  • Portability: 92.2
Scores
  • Performance: 79.7
  • Build Quality: 76
  • Productivity: 84.8
  • Customizability: 79.9
  • Portability: 92
Name
Leobog Hi8SE
Name
Leobog Hi8
Release year
2024
Release year
2024
Switch Options
Linear
Switch Options
-
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
75%
Layout Size
75%
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
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless, Wired only
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
8000 mAh
Battery capacity
8000 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
Gasket Mount
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Aluminum
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
-
Keycaps Material
-
Dimensions
33 x 130 x 322 mm
Dimensions
33 x 130 x 322 mm
Weight
1600g
Weight
1380g
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Pros and Trade-offs

Your choice depends primarily on your willingness to build. Get the Leobog Hi8 SE if you want a premium, pre-assembled keyboard with noted refinements like the damped knob and improved internal layout. Choose the Leobog Hi8 if your goal is a cost-effective aluminum barebones kit to fully customize with your own switches and keycaps, accepting a slightly more basic feature set.

Leobog Hi8SE

  • +Comes pre-built with linear switches installed and ready to use.
  • +Features specific upgrades like a damped knob and improved internal structure per the vendor.
  • +Includes an upgraded UV magnetic double-sided back panel for aesthetic DIY options.
  • +Offers a choice of plate materials, including FR4 in certain color options.
  • −Higher weight (1600g) compared to the Hi8 kit.
  • −Typically comes at a higher price point than the barebones Hi8.
  • −Switch choice is limited to the pre-installed linear options unless swapped out.

Leobog Hi8

  • +Sold as a more affordable barebones DIY kit, offering greater initial value for modders.
  • +Lighter weight (1380g) than the Hi8 SE.
  • +Provides the same core aluminum gasket-mount foundation for custom builds.
  • +Allows complete freedom in switch and keycap selection from the start.
  • −Requires purchasing switches and keycaps separately, adding to total cost and setup time.
  • −Lacks the specific iterative improvements noted for the Hi8 SE model.
  • −Vendor listings show fewer color options for the barebones kit.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Hi8 SE is the pick for office and content creation users who value a refined, ready-to-use tool with specific hardware upgrades like the damped knob. The standard Hi8 kit wins for travel due to its lower weight and for modding due to its barebones nature and lower entry cost. For gaming and programming, the shared core specs make the choice a tie, leaning on personal preference for pre-built versus DIY.

GamingTie
  • •Both feature the same tri-mode wireless connectivity and an advanced gaming-grade chip according to the vendor.
  • •Both have N-key rollover and a gasket mount structure with PORON gaskets for sound dampening.
  • •The Hi8 SE's listed upgrades, like improved antenna positioning, may offer a marginal wireless advantage.
OfficeLeobog Hi8SE
  • •The Hi8 SE comes pre-built with linear switches, offering a quiet, ready-to-use experience out of the box.
  • •Its improved knob with a damping sensation, as noted in the vendor description, provides refined volume control.
  • •The 8000mAh battery and tri-mode connectivity are shared, but the SE requires no assembly for immediate use.
ProgrammingTie
  • •Both offer the same compact 75% layout with 80 keys, preserving essential navigation keys.
  • •Full hot-swap capability on both allows for easy switch changes to suit typing preferences.
  • •South-facing RGB LEDs on both prevent interference with Cherry-profile keycaps.
TravelLeobog Hi8
  • •The Hi8 DIY kit is notably lighter at 1380g compared to the Hi8 SE's 1600g.
  • •Both share identical compact dimensions (322 x 130 x 33 mm) and the same large 8000mAh battery.
  • •The lighter weight of the Hi8 kit makes it slightly more portable.
ModdingLeobog Hi8
  • •The Hi8 is sold explicitly as a DIY or barebones kit, intended as a starting point for customization.
  • •It comes at a lower cost, allowing more budget for personal choice of switches and keycaps.
  • •Both boards share the same hot-swap sockets, gasket mount, and sound-dampening structure.
Content CreationLeobog Hi8SE
  • •The Hi8 SE's upgraded knob with damping offers more precise tactile control for scrubbing timelines or adjusting volume.
  • •It is pre-built, eliminating setup time before starting work.
  • •The vendor notes an upgraded UV magnetic double-sided back panel on the SE for aesthetic customization.

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