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Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the Qwertykeys QK65 Mk3 and Azio Retro Compact 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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Qwertykeys QK65 Mk3 CNC Aluminum Barebones DIY Keyboard Kit
Retro Compact Keyboard Limited Ed Set

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  • Released in 2025
  • Has Linear switch options
  • Available in a 65% layout
  • Built with the ANSI, ISO layout standard
  • Comes with a knob
  • Includes a Yes, LED display
  • Supports VIA configuration
  • Has built-in sound dampening
  • Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Equipped with a 3100 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 1471 g
  • Sized at 21 x 345 x 121 mm
  • Made with a Aluminum case
  • Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting
  • Released in 2021
  • Built with the ANSI layout standard
  • Includes a No display
  • Supports Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Equipped with a 5000 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 1111 g
  • Sized at 42 x 143 x 328 mm
  • Made with a Aluminum, Plastic, Wood case
  • Features PBT, ABS keycaps
  • Offers Yes, White RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 67
  • Build Quality: 78
  • Productivity: 84.7
  • Customizability: 87.5
  • Portability: 88.8
Scores
  • Performance: 54.5
  • Build Quality: 59.4
  • Productivity: 64
  • Customizability: 58.8
  • Portability: 56.5
Name
Qwertykeys QK65 Mk3
Name
Azio Retro Compact
Release year
2025
Release year
2021
Switch Options
Linear
Switch Options
-
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
65%
Layout Size
Unknown
Layout Standard
ANSI, ISO
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Display Support
 
LED
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, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
3100 mAh
Battery capacity
5000 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
-
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb
Backlight
 
White
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Aluminum
Case Material
Aluminum, Plastic, Wood
Keycaps Material
-
Keycaps Material
PBT, ABS
Dimensions
21 x 345 x 121 mm
Dimensions
42 x 143 x 328 mm
Weight
1471g
Weight
1111g
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