Ticktype DP104 vs Varmilo VA100 Dream of the Red ChamberScreen or RGB
Get the Ticktype DP104 for its aluminum case, pixel display and higher listed polling rate, or the Varmilo VA100 for south-facing RGB, gasket mounting and interchangeable magnetic nameplates.
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Which one should you get?
Get the
Ticktype DP104
polling rate
Build quality in the top 25% of 100% boards under $200.
- Aluminum case and interactive pixel display with six display modes.
- Listed 8000 Hz polling rate and a choice of Rye Linear or Cloud Silent Tactile switches.
- Vendor-listed carrying case, accessory bag and quick-release case system.
Get the
Varmilo VA100 Dream of the Red Chamber
Build quality in the top 35% of 100% boards under $200.
- South-facing RGB backlighting.
- Gasket mount with IXPE, PET and Latex foams.
- Five magnetic nameplates, including cloisonné enamel and glass options.
- South-facing LEDs. Shine-through legends stay dark, and some sculpted keycaps can clip the LED.
Get the Ticktype DP104 for its aluminum construction, pixel display, higher listed polling rate and office-oriented silent tactile switch option. Choose the Varmilo VA100 for south-facing RGB, gasket mounting and magnetic nameplates, while checking that its LED orientation suits your keycaps.
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.
Ticktype DP104
Varmilo VA100 Dream of the Red Chamber
Max polling rate
8,000 Hz
1,000 Hz
Higher polling helps competitive FPS and does nothing for typing
Case material
Aluminum
Plastic
Switch options
Linear, Silent, Tactile
Linear, Silent
Display
Yes
None
A case display rather than a typing feature
Backlight
None
RGB, south-facing
RGB for looks and low light rather than speed
- Ticktype DP104
- Varmilo VA100 Dream of the Red Chamber
- Performance
- 7264
- Build quality
- 6761
- Productivity
- 5876
- Customizability
- 6061
- Portability
- 6066
- Layout size: 100%
- Connection: Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
- Hot-swappable
- Battery: 8,000 mAh
- Sound dampening
- Keycaps: PBT
What will you mostly use it for?
The DP104 takes the gaming, office, programming, travel and modding picks, led by its listed polling rate, quiet tactile switch option, display and included carrying case. The VA100 is the content-creation pick for buyers who want RGB lighting and its distinctive interchangeable nameplates. Both are full-size ANSI boards with hot-swap support and wired, Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz connectivity. The VA100's south-facing LEDs may affect shine-through legends and the fit of some sculpted keycaps.
Pick the Ticktype DP104
- The DP104 lists an 8000 Hz polling rate, compared with 1000 Hz for the VA100.
- Its interactive pixel display includes a system-status mode for time, battery level, system mode and Caps Lock status.
Ticktype DP104 vs Varmilo VA100 Dream of the Red Chamber specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
9 of 20 specs differ
Ticktype DP104
Varmilo VA100 Dream of the Red Chamber
Switch options
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Sound dampening
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Display
Connection
Max polling rate
Battery
USB-C
Case material
Plate material
Keycaps
Weight
Dimensions
Backlight
Mac & Windows
Released
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Ticktype DP104 vs Varmilo VA100 Dream of the Red Chamber: your questions
The DP104 pairs an aluminum case with an interactive pixel display and a listed 8000 Hz polling rate. The VA100 instead has south-facing RGB, a gasket mount and five magnetic nameplates.
The Ticktype DP104 lists an 8000 Hz polling rate. The Varmilo VA100 lists 1000 Hz.
Yes, the DP104 has an interactive pixel display. Its listed modes include system status, scrolling messages, real-time typing and audio-reactive animation.
Yes, the VA100 has south-facing RGB backlighting. Varmilo notes that shine-through legends stay dark with this LED orientation, and some sculpted keycaps can clip against the LEDs.
The DP104 offers Cloud Silent Tactile switches, which its vendor describes as designed for quiet office environments. The VA100 is available with a Prestige Silent Pro linear switch described by Varmilo as its quietest switch.
Yes, both are listed as hot-swappable. Varmilo specifies support for 3-pin and 5-pin switches, while the DP104 vendor describes its PCB as tri-mode and hot-swappable.
The DP104 is described as a DIY kit/barebones option and has a quick-release system between its top and bottom case. Its vendor also lists plate foam, PE sheet, PET sheet and two case foams.
Both keyboards are listed with PBT keycaps. The DP104 vendor specifies dye-sublimated PBT, while Varmilo lists Cherry Profile PBT for the VA100.
Both list Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz and wired connectivity. The DP104 vendor also specifies an included 2.4 GHz receiver, and Varmilo lists a 2.4 GHz dongle in the VA100 box contents.
The DP104 vendor lists a carrying case and an accessory bag among its included items. The VA100 box contents list a dust cover, cable, puller and other items, but do not list a carrying case.
Both the DP104 and VA100 are listed with an 8000mAh battery. Varmilo gives tested working-time figures for the VA100 with lights off and on, while the DP104 vendor lists 10W fast charging.
Varmilo says shine-through legends stay dark with the VA100's south-facing LEDs. It also warns that some sculpted keycaps can clip against those LEDs.
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