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Compare Meletrix Zoom75 Essential Edition vs Zoom75 SE Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between two closely related 75% barebones kits from Meletrix: the Zoom75 Essential Edition and the Zoom75 SE. Both share the same aluminum and plastic case, gasket mount design, 1000 Hz polling, tri-mode connectivity, and a 2U LCD screen module. The core decision comes down to the PCB: the Essential uses a 1.2mm flex cut PCB for a softer, bouncier feel, while the SE employs a 1.2mm non-flex cut PCB for a stiffer, more rigid typing experience.

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Meletrix Zoom75 Essential Edition Aluminum Barebones 75% Hotswap Wireless RGB Flex Cut PCB DIY Keyboard Kit
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Meletrix Zoom75 Special Edition Aluminum Barebones 75% Hotswap Wireless Non-Flex Cut PCB DIY Keyboard Kit

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  • Released in 2023
  • Has Silent switch options
  • Built with the ANSI, ISO layout standard
  • Comes with a knob
  • Includes a Yes, LCD display
  • Supports QMK firmware
  • Weighs about 1740 g
  • Sized at 35 x 324 x 146 mm
  • Made with a Aluminum, Plastic case
  • Released in 2024
  • Built with the ANSI layout standard
  • Includes a Yes display
  • Made with a Aluminum case
Scores
  • Performance: 72.6
  • Build Quality: 90.3
  • Productivity: 90.8
  • Customizability: 97.4
  • Portability: 78
Scores
  • Performance: 71.1
  • Build Quality: 83.8
  • Productivity: 84
  • Customizability: 84.9
  • Portability: 79.5
Name
Meletrix Zoom75 Essential Edition
Name
Meletrix Zoom75 SE
Release year
2023
Release year
2024
Switch Options
Silent
Switch Options
-
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
75%
Layout Size
75%
Layout Standard
ANSI, ISO
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Ergonomics
Split Backspace
Layout Ergonomics
Split Backspace
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Display Support
 
LCD
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
Battery capacity
-
Battery capacity
-
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, Plastic
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
-
Keycaps Material
-
Dimensions
35 x 324 x 146 mm
Dimensions
-
Weight
1740g
Weight
-
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Pros and Trade-offs

If you prioritize a softer, more flexible typing feel and enjoy customizing your keyboard's sound and feel, the Zoom75 Essential Edition is the better value with its flex cut PCB and broader color range. If you need a stiffer, more consistent platform for competitive gaming and prefer a simpler build, go with the Zoom75 SE. Both share excellent build quality and wireless performance, so your choice should hinge on the PCB type that matches your typing style.

Meletrix Zoom75 Essential Edition

  • +Flex cut PCB provides a softer, bouncier typing feel that many users prefer for extended typing sessions.
  • +Broader range of color and backplate configurations allow for more personalization from the start.
  • +QMK support in addition to VIA offers more advanced firmware customization options.
  • −Flex cut PCB may feel too soft or flexible for users who prefer a stiffer typing platform.
  • −Barebones kit requires separate purchase of switches and keycaps, adding to the overall cost and time.

Meletrix Zoom75 SE

  • +Non-flex cut PCB provides a stiffer, more consistent platform for fast and precise keystrokes during gaming.
  • +Same high polling rate and wireless connectivity options as the Essential without the added flex.
  • +Zoom series telescope logo on case adds a unique visual detail not found on the Essential Edition.
  • −Non-flex cut PCB offers less give, which may feel less forgiving during long typing sessions.
  • −Fewer color options and no QMK support in the metadata, limiting firmware customization beyond VIA.
  • −Higher price point for essentially the same feature set, with the main difference being the PCB type.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Essential Edition took the lead in office, programming, modding, and content creation due to its flex cut PCB that offers a softer feel and greater customization potential. The SE won for gaming thanks to its stiffer non-flex cut PCB that provides a more consistent platform for fast inputs. Both keyboards tied for travel because they share the same weight, wireless options, and included storage bag.

GamingMeletrix Zoom75 SE
  • •Non-flex cut PCB provides a stiffer, more consistent platform for rapid key presses.
  • •Identical 1000 Hz polling rate in wired and 2.4 GHz modes for competitive responsiveness.
  • •Gasket mount design with PC plate offers enough flexibility without the added bounce.
OfficeMeletrix Zoom75 Essential Edition
  • •Flex cut PCB offers a softer, more cushioned typing feel that reduces finger fatigue during long sessions.
  • •Poron PCB and bottom case foam layers help dampen noise and vibrations for a quieter office environment.
  • •VIA support allows easy remapping of keys for workflow-specific shortcuts.
ProgrammingMeletrix Zoom75 Essential Edition
  • •Flex cut PCB provides a bouncier, more responsive feel that many typists prefer for extended coding sessions.
  • •Full VIA and QMK support enable custom macro creation and layer programming.
  • •Hot-swap sockets allow for experimenting with different switch types without soldering.
TravelTie
  • •Both keyboards weigh 1740g, making them heavier and less portable than smaller 60% options.
  • •Both offer Bluetooth 5.0 and 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity for cable-free use on the go.
  • •Both include a storage bag as part of the barebones kit contents.
ModdingMeletrix Zoom75 Essential Edition
  • •Flex cut PCB allows for deeper personalization of typing feel through plate and foam swaps.
  • •Larger variety of color and backplate combinations available in the Essential Edition.
  • •Includes Poron dampener kit and multiple plate material options for sound tuning.
Content CreationMeletrix Zoom75 Essential Edition
  • •Flex cut PCB provides a more comfortable, less fatiguing typing experience for long editing sessions.
  • •VIA and QMK support enable custom keymaps for creative shortcuts like undo, save, and timeline controls.
  • •2U LCD screen module can display custom graphics or system info, adding a creative touch.

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