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Compare Varmilo VPH87 Moonlight vs VPT87 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between two Varmilo TKL keyboards at a similar price point. The choice hinges on whether you prioritize wireless connectivity and gaming performance or prefer a straightforward, wired design. Both share a hotswap PCB, PBT keycaps, and sound dampening, making the decision less about quality and more about specific features.

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Varmilo VPH87 Moonlight TKL Hotswap White LED Mechanical Keyboard
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Varmilo VPT87 Mac TKL Hotswap Wireless RGB Mechanical Keyboard

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  • Has Linear, Clicky, Silent switch options
  • Supports Wired, Wired only connectivity
  • Made with a Plastic case
  • Offers Yes, White RGB lighting
  • Has Tactile, Linear, Silent, Clicky switch options
  • Features N-key rollover
  • 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, North-face, Rgb North-face RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 56.3
  • Build Quality: 56.6
  • Productivity: 80
  • Customizability: 66.2
  • Portability: 61.4
Scores
  • Performance: 76
  • Build Quality: 54
  • Productivity: 77.6
  • Customizability: 71.1
  • Portability: 74
Name
Varmilo VPH87 Moonlight
Name
Varmilo VPT87
Release year
2024
Release year
2024
Switch Options
Linear, Clicky, Silent
Switch Options
Tactile, Linear, Silent, Clicky
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
Wired, Wired only
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
 
White
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face, North-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 is the recommended choice due to its wireless flexibility and enhanced feature set. It is worth the slightly higher price for the connectivity options, gaming-ready polling rate, and modding potential. Only choose the VPH87 Moonlight if you explicitly want a simpler, wired keyboard and do not need RGB lighting or wireless capabilities.

Varmilo VPH87 Moonlight

  • +Includes double silicone sound dampening pads for a quieter typing experience.
  • +Features a 3-way cord channel for left, right, or middle cable routing.
  • +Offers a simple, wired-only connection with no need to manage batteries or wireless signals.
  • −Limited to white LED backlighting instead of full RGB.
  • −Wired-only connectivity reduces placement flexibility and increases desk clutter.
  • −The product listing does not specify a polling rate for gaming performance.

Varmilo VPT87

  • +Provides tri-mode connectivity with Bluetooth 5.1, 2.4 GHz, and wired USB-C.
  • +Specifies a 1000 Hz polling rate in wired mode for responsive gaming.
  • +Includes an aluminum plate and a flex cut PCB for a potentially more customized typing feel.
  • −The case is constructed from ABS plastic, which may feel less premium than other materials.
  • −Wireless polling rates are lower (133 Hz Bluetooth, 250 Hz 2.4 GHz) compared to the wired mode.
  • −Requires battery management for wireless use, adding a maintenance step.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Varmilo VPT87 is the more versatile choice, winning in five of six categories. Its wireless connectivity, higher specified polling rate, and mod-friendly features like a flex cut PCB make it better for gaming, office use, travel, modding, and content creation. The keyboards tie only for programming, where their shared core layout and hotswap functionality are equally sufficient. The VPH87 remains a competent wired-only alternative if wireless features are not required.

GamingVarmilo VPT87
  • •The VPT87 offers a 1000 Hz polling rate in wired mode, which the VPH87's listing does not specify.
  • •Its tri-mode connectivity includes a 2.4 GHz wireless option with a 250 Hz polling rate for reduced cable clutter.
  • •South-facing RGB LEDs on the VPT87 can reduce interference with Cherry-profile keycaps.
OfficeVarmilo VPT87
  • •The VPT87's Bluetooth 5.1 and 2.4 GHz wireless modes allow easy switching between multiple devices.
  • •It includes dedicated preset multimedia key combinations, which the VPH87's listing does not mention.
  • •Wireless functionality reduces desk clutter in shared or clean office environments.
ProgrammingTie
  • •Both keyboards share an 87-key TKL layout with NKRO and hotswap PCBs for switch customization.
  • •Both are compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems.
  • •Each features dye-sub PBT keycaps for long-lasting legends and a two-step kickstand for typing angle adjustment.
TravelVarmilo VPT87
  • •The VPT87's wireless capabilities eliminate the need to carry or connect a cable when moving between workspaces.
  • •Bluetooth connectivity is suited for use with laptops and tablets on the go.
  • •While both are the same size, wireless operation adds functional portability.
ModdingVarmilo VPT87
  • •The VPT87 features a flex cut PCB, which can offer a softer typing feel, and an aluminum plate.
  • •It has south-facing RGB LEDs, which are generally more compatible with aftermarket keycap sets.
  • •Both are hotswap, but the VPT87's construction details offer more potential for internal customization.
Content CreationVarmilo VPT87
  • •Full RGB backlighting on the VPT87 offers more customization for streaming setups compared to the VPH87's white-only LEDs.
  • •Wireless connectivity helps maintain a clean desk aesthetic for video or photo backdrops.
  • •Preset multimedia keys can provide quick shortcuts for audio/video editing software.

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