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Compare MCHOSE GX87 vs Weikav Lucky80 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between a fully assembled premium keyboard and a highly customizable DIY kit. Both are 80% aluminum gasket-mount boards with tri-mode connectivity, QMK/VIA support, and similar price points. The decision hinges on whether you value a ready-to-use product with detailed sound dampening or a project-focused kit that lets you choose every component.

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MCHOSE GX87 Aluminum Custom Mechanical Keyboard
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[In Stock] Lucky80 80% Ball-Catched Wireless Mechanical Keyboard

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  • Released in 2024
  • Connects via USB-C
  • Weighs about 2800 g
  • Features PBT keycaps
  • Released in 2025
  • Weighs about 1900 g
  • Sized at 35 x 355 x 140 mm
Scores
  • Performance: 80.4
  • Build Quality: 80.8
  • Productivity: 88.8
  • Customizability: 86.9
  • Portability: 87.4
Scores
  • Performance: 79.8
  • Build Quality: 78.7
  • Productivity: 80.9
  • Customizability: 93.5
  • Portability: 83.2
Name
MCHOSE GX87
Name
Weikav Lucky80
Release year
2024
Release year
2025
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
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
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Polling Rate
1000 Hz;4000 Hz
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
Backlight
 
Rgb
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Aluminum
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
-
Dimensions
-
Dimensions
35 x 355 x 140 mm
Weight
2800g
Weight
1900g
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Pros and Trade-offs

Your choice depends entirely on your desired starting point. If you want a complete, high-quality keyboard that sounds and feels great immediately, the MCHOSE GX87 is the better option. If you enjoy the building process and want to hand-pick every component for a personalized result, the Weikav Lucky80 kit is the appropriate canvas. Both are competent foundations for a custom mechanical keyboard.

MCHOSE GX87

  • +Comes fully assembled with switches and PBT double-shot keycaps installed.
  • +Detailed 5-layer internal foam (Poron, IXPE, PET) for sound dampening according to the vendor.
  • +Includes a quick-disassemble design in its Ultra model variant for easier modding.
  • +Stainless steel bottom nameplate and full CNC aluminum body for a premium feel.
  • +Higher battery capacity (8000mAh) for longer wireless operation.
  • −Substantially heavier at 2800g, reducing portability.
  • −Uses a plastic (PC) plate, while the competitor uses FR4.
  • −Only available as a pre-built, limiting initial component choice.

Weikav Lucky80

  • +Sold as a DIY kit/barebones, offering maximum flexibility for switch and keycap choice.
  • +Lighter weight of 1900g makes it more portable.
  • +Comes with an FR4 plate, which can offer a distinct typing feel.
  • +Vendor-listed dimensions confirm a compact form factor.
  • −Requires the user to source and install their own switches and keycaps.
  • −Vendor description lists the case material as PLA (Polylactic Acid), not aluminum like the GX87.
  • −Battery capacity is not specified in the provided metadata, unlike the GX87's confirmed 8000mAh.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Weikav Lucky80 is the clear choice for modders and travelers due to its DIY kit format and lighter weight. The MCHOSE GX87 is better suited for office and content creation where a polished, out-of-box experience is valued. For gaming and programming, both keyboards are equally capable, sharing core performance and programmability features.

GamingTie
  • •Both offer a 1000 Hz polling rate for responsive input.
  • •Both feature N-key rollover for simultaneous key presses.
  • •Both have tri-mode connectivity, including a low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless option.
OfficeMCHOSE GX87
  • •The MCHOSE GX87 is a pre-built unit, ready to use out of the box.
  • •Its listing includes PBT double-shot keycaps, which are durable for daily use.
  • •It has a larger 8000mAh battery for extended wireless use.
ProgrammingTie
  • •Both keyboards support QMK and VIA for extensive key remapping and macro creation.
  • •Both use an 80% TKL layout, preserving arrow and navigation keys.
  • •Both are listed as compatible with Windows, MacOS, and Linux.
TravelWeikav Lucky80
  • •The Weikav Lucky80 is significantly lighter at 1900g compared to the GX87's 2800g.
  • •Its listed dimensions (355 x 140 mm) confirm a compact footprint.
ModdingWeikav Lucky80
  • •The Weikav Lucky80 is sold as a DIY kit/barebones, designed for user assembly.
  • •It comes with an FR4 plate, a material often preferred by modders for its acoustic properties.
  • •The kit format inherently allows for personal choice of switches and keycaps.
Content CreationMCHOSE GX87
  • •The MCHOSE GX87's pre-built nature means consistent, tuned performance immediately.
  • •Its vendor description details a 5-layer sound dampening system (Poron, IXPE, PET films) for a controlled acoustic profile during recording.
  • •The included Cherry profile PBT keycaps provide a consistent typing feel for long sessions.

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