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Compare Varmilo VA Series V2 Love Birds Yang I vs VPT87 Beijing Opera Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between two Varmilo TKL keyboards with distinct approaches to features. The VA Series V2 Love Birds offers a wider initial selection of Cherry MX switches, including clicky types, and is currently in stock. The VPT87 Beijing Opera provides a hotswap PCB, a 2.4 GHz wireless connection, and a confirmed 1000 Hz polling rate, but may be harder to find. The decision hinges on whether you prioritize immediate switch variety or long-term customizability and wireless latency.

Varmilo VA Series V2 Love Birds Yang (I) TKL Mechanical Keyboard
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Varmilo VPT87 Beijing Opera TKL Hotswap Wireless RGB Keyboard

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  • Released in 2023
  • Has Clicky, Tactile, Linear, Silent switch options
  • Supports Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Made with a Plastic case
  • Offers Yes, North-face RGB lighting
  • Released in 2024
  • Has Tactile, Linear, Silent switch options
  • Supports hot-swappable switches
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate
  • Made with a ABS case
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 65
  • Build Quality: 48.7
  • Productivity: 69.9
  • Customizability: 51.5
  • Portability: 70.1
Scores
  • Performance: 76.6
  • Build Quality: 55.6
  • Productivity: 79.1
  • Customizability: 72.1
  • Portability: 74.9
Name
Varmilo VA Series V2 Love Birds Yang I
Name
Varmilo VPT87 Beijing Opera
Release year
2023
Release year
2024
Switch Options
Clicky, Tactile, Linear, Silent
Switch Options
Tactile, Linear, Silent
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
80%
Layout Size
80%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Display Support
 
Display Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
USB-C
 
USB-C
 
USB passthrough
 
USB passthrough
 
Connection
Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
-
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
Plate Mount
Mount Style
Plate Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
North-face
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Plastic
Case Material
ABS
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
-
Dimensions
-
Weight
-
Weight
-
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Pros and Trade-offs

For most users, the Varmilo VPT87 Beijing Opera is the more forward-looking choice due to its hotswap capability and versatile wireless suite with performance specs. Only choose the VA Series V2 Love Birds if you specifically want a clicky switch experience right out of the box and find it at a significantly better price or availability. The VPT87's flexibility makes it a better long-term investment.

Varmilo VA Series V2 Love Birds Yang I

  • +Offers Cherry MX Blue clicky switches, which the VPT87 does not list.
  • +Currently listed as in stock from multiple vendors.
  • +Features north-facing RGB LEDs, which can be preferred with certain aftermarket keycaps.
  • +Includes sound-proof silicone pads between the PCB and plate for a quieter typing experience.
  • +Has a plastic case, which may contribute to a lower relative price point.
  • −Lacks a hot-swappable PCB, preventing easy switch changes.
  • −Does not have a 2.4 GHz wireless connection, only Bluetooth and wired.
  • −No specific polling rate is listed in its specifications.
  • −Case material is listed as plastic, whereas the VPT87 uses an aluminum plate.

Varmilo VPT87 Beijing Opera

  • +Hot-swappable PCB allows for easy switch replacement without soldering.
  • +Includes both 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth 5.1 wireless, with specified polling rates for each mode (1000 Hz wired, 250 Hz 2.4 GHz).
  • +Features an aluminum plate for a potentially more rigid typing feel.
  • +Uses double-layer silicone for sound absorption.
  • +South-facing RGB LEDs avoid interference with Cherry-profile keycaps.
  • −Does not offer clicky switch options like Cherry MX Blue in its listed variants.
  • −Was listed as out of stock at the time of data collection.
  • −Case top and bottom are made of ABS plastic, not a higher-grade material.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The VPT87 Beijing Opera is the clear choice for gaming due to its specified high polling rates and for modding due to its hotswap PCB. It also edges out for programming because of its customizability. For office use, travel, and content creation, the keyboards are closely matched, sharing core wireless features, sound dampening, and a TKL form factor. The VA V2's main advantage is its availability of clicky Cherry MX switches, which the VPT87 lacks.

GamingVarmilo VPT87 Beijing Opera
  • •The VPT87 lists a 1000 Hz polling rate for its wired connection, which is a confirmed spec for consistent performance.
  • •It offers a 2.4 GHz wireless mode with a specified 250 Hz polling rate, providing a low-latency wireless option.
  • •The VA V2 does not have a specified polling rate in its provided data.
OfficeTie
  • •Both keyboards offer Bluetooth and wired connectivity for flexible device switching.
  • •Both feature sound dampening, with the VA V2 using silicone pads and the VPT87 using double-layer silicone absorption.
  • •Both have multimedia keys and Mac/Windows support.
ProgrammingVarmilo VPT87 Beijing Opera
  • •The VPT87's hotswap PCB allows easy replacement of switches to tailor the typing feel, which is valuable for long coding sessions.
  • •It includes an aluminum plate, which may offer a more consistent typing experience.
  • •Both share the same TKL layout with thick dye-sub PBT keycaps.
TravelTie
  • •Both are identically sized TKL (80%) keyboards, saving desk space.
  • •Both support Bluetooth for cable-free use with laptops.
  • •Neither has a stated battery life, making a direct comparison on this key travel metric impossible.
ModdingVarmilo VPT87 Beijing Opera
  • •The VPT87 has a hot-swappable PCB, the primary feature for easy switch customization.
  • •Its plate is confirmed to be aluminum, a common modding platform.
  • •The VA V2 is not hot-swappable, limiting easy switch changes.
Content CreationTie
  • •Both have RGB backlighting for low-light work.
  • •Both offer multimedia keys for controlling media playback.
  • •The VA V2 has north-facing LEDs, while the VPT87 has south-facing RGB; preference depends on keycap compatibility and lighting effect goals.

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