Other MKC75 vs TKD PT.1Wireless or Wired?
Choose the Other MKC75 for tri-mode wireless and broader build options, or the Other TKD PT.1 if you want a wired-only kit with several plate materials.
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Which one should you get?
Get the
Other MKC75
Knob
Build quality in the top 15% of 75% boards under $200.
- Tri-mode connectivity supports wired, Bluetooth, and 2.4 GHz connections with the corresponding PCB.
- QMK and VIA support are listed for wired PCBs.
- RGB, knob support, USB-C, and sound dampening are listed features.
Get the
Other TKD PT.1
Build quality in the top 35% of 75% boards under $200.
- Aluminum, polycarbonate, FR4, and carbon-fiber plate options are listed.
- The hot-swap PCB is the standard PCB option, and the kit supports VIA.
- Its aluminum case uses internal stainless steel and brass weights, according to the vendor description.
For a more adaptable setup, choose the Other MKC75, particularly if you want wireless options, RGB, QMK support, or alternative mounting configurations. Choose the Other TKD PT.1 if wired-only use suits you and its selection of plate materials is the deciding factor.
The differences that matter
Skip the 40-row spec sheet. These are the specs that change how each board feels, sounds, and fits your desk.
Other MKC75
Other TKD PT.1
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
Wired
Wireless for several devices and wired for lower latency
Ergonomics
Split Spacebar
Standard
Knob
Yes
No
Weight
1,592 g
2,450 g
Heavier boards stay planted and lighter ones travel
QMK
Yes
No
The deep option when you want to remap every key
- Other MKC75
- Other TKD PT.1
- Performance
- 7252
- Build quality
- 8274
- Productivity
- 8357
- Customizability
- 9170
- Portability
- 7861
- Layout size: 75%
- Hot-swappable
- Case material: Aluminum
- Mount style: Top Mount
- VIA
- Layout standard: ANSI, ISO
What will you mostly use it for?
The MKC75 is the more flexible pick across these use cases, especially when wireless connections, RGB, or its additional mounting options matter. Its lower listed weight also makes it the more practical choice to carry between locations, though both are substantial aluminum kits. The PT.1 remains a reasonable fit for a fixed wired setup, with aluminum, polycarbonate, FR4, and carbon-fiber plate options. Both support hot-swap and VIA.
Pick the Other MKC75
- The MKC75 supports wired, Bluetooth, and 2.4 GHz connectivity with the appropriate PCB, while the PT.1 is wired-only.
- RGB is listed for the MKC75, while the PT.1 has no RGB.
Other MKC75 vs TKD PT.1 specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
11 of 19 specs differ
Other MKC75
Other TKD PT.1
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Sound dampening
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Knob
Display
Connection
USB-C
Case material
Plate material
Weight
Dimensions
Typing angle
Backlight
QMK
VIA
Released
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ISO layouts by store
Which stores sell ISO-DE, UK, and the other regional layouts.
Other MKC75
Listed on the product, not split by store: ISO.
Other TKD PT.1
Listed on the product, not split by store: ISO.
Other MKC75 vs TKD PT.1: your questions
The MKC75 supports wired, Bluetooth, and 2.4 GHz connectivity with the appropriate PCB, while the PT.1 is wired-only. The MKC75 also lists RGB and QMK support, which are not listed for the PT.1.
The MKC75 can support wired, Bluetooth, and 2.4 GHz connections when configured with a tri-mode PCB. Its vendor description notes that QMK and VIA support applies to wired PCBs.
The PT.1 is listed as wired-only. Its vendor description identifies VIA compatibility and hot-swap PCB options, but not wireless connectivity.
Yes, hot-swap is listed for both kits. The PT.1 vendor description identifies its hot-swap PCB as the standard option, while the MKC75 has several PCB variants.
The PT.1 lists aluminum, polycarbonate, FR4, and carbon-fiber plates, depending on configuration. The MKC75 lists aluminum, POM, and polycarbonate plates.
QMK support is listed for the MKC75, and the vendor specifies it for wired PCBs. The PT.1 is described as VIA-compatible, without QMK listed.
Both list ANSI and ISO support, with the vendor descriptions noting that availability depends on the PCB variant. Check the selected configuration before ordering.
The MKC75 is listed at 1592g, while the PT.1 is listed at 2450g. The vendor describes the MKC75's weight as dependent on its configuration.
RGB is listed as unavailable for the PT.1. The MKC75 lists RGB, though the vendor notes that per-key RGB is associated with an optional PCB.
Its metadata lists Top Mount, and the vendor description also identifies Plate Gasket Mount and PCB Gasket Mount configurations. The PT.1 uses a Top Mount system.
The MKC75 is described as a barebones kit, and its vendor listing says keycaps and switches are not included. The PT.1 listing says switches, stabilizers, and keycaps are not included.
Both offer a 75% layout and Top Mount construction, so either can suit a wired desk setup. The PT.1 is wired-only, while the MKC75 also supports wireless connections with the appropriate PCB.
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