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Compare Redragon K681MG Pro vs K708 Pro Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between two similar Redragon 75% tri-mode keyboards. The choice is challenging because both share an aluminum case, gasket mount, hot-swap sockets, and tri-mode connectivity. The primary differentiator is the K708 Pro's integrated TFT screen and its higher price point, making this a decision between premium features and value.

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  • Released in 2024
  • Includes a No display
  • Weighs about 858 g
  • Features PBT, ABS keycaps
  • Released in 2025
  • Includes a Yes, TFT display
  • Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate
  • Equipped with a 4000 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 860 g
  • Features PBT, PC keycaps
Scores
  • Performance: 78.7
  • Build Quality: 72.6
  • Productivity: 83.6
  • Customizability: 73.8
  • Portability: 77.5
Scores
  • Performance: 79.4
  • Build Quality: 75.8
  • Productivity: 84.7
  • Customizability: 79.7
  • Portability: 80.9
Name
Redragon K681MG Pro
Name
Redragon K708 Pro
Release year
2024
Release year
2025
Switch Options
Linear
Switch Options
Linear
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
 
TFT
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
-
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Battery capacity
-
Battery capacity
4000 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, ABS
Keycaps Material
PBT, PC
Dimensions
43 x 335 x 140 mm
Dimensions
43 x 335 x 140 mm
Weight
858g
Weight
860g
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Pros and Trade-offs

Your choice hinges on how much you value the TFT screen and its associated software customization. If monitoring system stats, displaying custom animations, and deeper software control are worth the extra cost, the Redragon K708 Pro is the clear pick. If you want the same solid aluminum, gasket-mounted, tri-mode typing experience for less money and can live without the screen, the Redragon K681MG Pro offers exceptional value.

Redragon K681MG Pro

  • +Lower cost while retaining core features like tri-mode connectivity and gasket mount.
  • +Includes extra switches and a keycap puller in the box for basic customization.
  • +Vendor description highlights a 5-layer filling with Poron and silicone pads for sound dampening.
  • +Available in themed 'Cow Set' bundles with alternate keycaps.
  • −Lacks the integrated TFT screen found on the K708 Pro.
  • −Keycap material is listed as PBT and ABS, which may show shine faster than the K708's PBT and PC blend.
  • −Polling rate is not specified in its product listing.

Redragon K708 Pro

  • +Features a 1.14-inch TFT screen for displaying battery, date, connection mode, and custom GIFs.
  • +Larger 4000mAh battery capacity for extended wireless use.
  • +Product listing specifies a 1000 Hz polling rate.
  • +Uses PBT and PC dual-layer 'pudding' keycaps for enhanced RGB shine-through.
  • +Vendor description mentions dedicated software for reprogramming keys, RGB, and the screen.
  • −Higher price compared to the K681MG Pro.
  • −The screen is an additional point of potential failure.
  • −Default package contents do not list extra switches or a keycap puller, though one may be included.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The K708 Pro holds slight advantages for gaming due to its specified polling rate and for modding and content creation due to its screen and mentioned software support. For office work, programming, and travel, the keyboards are functionally tied, making the decision purely about budget versus the desire for the screen and its associated features. The K681MG Pro remains a strong contender for all standard typing tasks at a lower cost.

GamingRedragon K708 Pro
  • •The K708 Pro's listing specifies a 1000 Hz polling rate, which the K681MG Pro's listing does not mention.
  • •Both offer tri-mode connectivity with a 2.4 GHz dongle for low-latency wireless play.
  • •Both feature N-key rollover and linear switch options.
OfficeTie
  • •Both keyboards have identical 75% layouts with multimedia keys and a control knob.
  • •Both support tri-mode connectivity for switching between multiple devices.
  • •Both are listed as compatible with Windows and Mac operating systems.
  • •Each includes sound-dampening foam for a quieter typing experience.
ProgrammingTie
  • •Both use the same compact 81-key ANSI layout, preserving arrow and navigation keys.
  • •Hot-swappable sockets on both allow for switch customization to preferred actuation.
  • •The K708 Pro's screen could display system stats, but the K681MG Pro offers a lower-cost alternative with the same core typing functionality.
TravelTie
  • •Both keyboards share identical dimensions (335 x 140 x 43 mm) and nearly identical weight (858g vs 860g).
  • •Tri-mode wireless connectivity on both eliminates the need for a cable on the go.
  • •Neither listing specifies a carrying case, so portability is equal.
ModdingRedragon K708 Pro
  • •The K708 Pro's listing mentions software for reprogramming keys, RGB zones, and the screen display, suggesting deeper firmware customization.
  • •Both support 3-pin and 5-pin hot-swappable switches.
  • •Both feature a gasket mount and 5-layer sound dampening with Poron and silicone for internal mods.
Content CreationRedragon K708 Pro
  • •The K708 Pro's TFT screen can display custom GIFs and system information, useful for monitoring.
  • •The multi-function knob on both can control volume and media, but the K708's integrates with its screen.
  • •The K708 Pro's listing mentions specific software for RGB and key remapping, which may aid workflow customization.

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