What makes the Glorious PC Compact keyboard unique?

The Glorious PC Compact keyboard stands out with its hot-swappable switches, allowing users to easily customize and replace any MX-based switch without soldering. This feature, combined with its sleek design and RGB LED lights, makes it a favorite among keyboard enthusiasts.

Can I customize the lighting effects on the Glorious PC Compact?

Yes, the Glorious PC Compact comes with 18 pre-installed RGB lighting effects and offers a slot for a user-defined effect. You can also adjust the animation speeds and brightness to match your preferences.

How easy is it to clean the Glorious PC Compact keyboard?

Thanks to its raised key design, the Glorious PC Compact is easy to clean. The design allows you to access and remove debris from under the keys, ensuring your keyboard stays in pristine condition.

Does the Glorious PC Compact have dedicated media keys?

While the Glorious PC Compact does not have dedicated media keys, it features easy access hot-keys that allow you to directly access shortcuts for productivity, internet, and multimedia functions.

Is branding visible on the Glorious PC Compact keyboard?

No, the Glorious PC Compact is designed with no visible branding, providing a clean and minimalist look for your setup.

Do I need any special tools to change the switches on the Glorious PC Compact?

No special tools are needed to change the switches on the Glorious PC Compact. Its hot-swappable feature allows you to easily remove and install any MX-based switches without soldering.

What comes included with the Glorious PC Compact keyboard?

The listing is for the keyboard only. No additional accessories or peripherals are included with the Glorious PC Compact.

Glorious PC Compact Starting at $54.99

Name: Glorious PC Compact
Brand: Glorious

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Glorious PC GMMK Barebones 60% ISO RGB Mechanical Keyboard None

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$55

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$75

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Glorious PC Compact

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~ 55

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Compare Glorious PC Compact vs Keychron Q2 vs Keychron Q4 Specification

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Model	Glorious PC Compact	Keychron Q2	Keychron Q4
		93	92
Rating	0.0 stars (0 reviews)	4.8 stars (480 reviews)	4.8 stars (18 reviews)
Purchase Options
Main differences	Released in 2023 Has Tactile switch options Built with the ISO, ANSI layout standard Made with a ABS case Features ABS keycaps Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting	Released in 2021 Available in a 65% layout Weighs about 1645 g Sized at 20 x 121 x 328 mm Features PBT, ABS, keycaps	Released in 2022 Weighs about 1500 g Sized at 20 x 121 x 303 mm Features PBT, ABS keycaps
Score	Scores Performance: 51.3 Build Quality: 52.9 Productivity: 46.8 Customizability: 79.7 Portability: 67.9	Scores Performance: 65.7 Build Quality: 90.3 Productivity: 94.8 Customizability: 99.8 Portability: 70.4	Scores Performance: 67.4 Build Quality: 89.7 Productivity: 95.3 Customizability: 100 Portability: 71.5
Name	Name Glorious PC Compact	Name Keychron Q2	Name Keychron Q4
Release year	Release year 2023	Release year 2021	Release year 2022
Switch Options	Switch Options Tactile	Switch Options Linear, Tactile, Clicky	Switch Options Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 60%	Layout Size 65%	Layout Size 60%
Layout Standard	Layout Standard ISO, ANSI	Layout Standard ANSI, ISO, JIS, ISO-DE, ISO-Nordic, ISO-UK, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-SW	Layout Standard ANSI, ISO, JIS, ISO-DE, ISO-Nordic, ISO-UK, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-SW
Layout Ergonomics	Layout Ergonomics Normal	Layout Ergonomics Normal	Layout Ergonomics Normal
Knob Support	Knob Support	Knob Support	Knob Support
Display Support	Display Support	Display Support	Display Support
Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys
USB-C	USB-C	USB-C	USB-C
USB passthrough	USB passthrough	USB passthrough	USB passthrough
Connection	Connection	Connection Wired, Wired only	Connection Wired, Wired only
Polling Rate	Polling Rate -	Polling Rate 1000 Hz	Polling Rate 1000 Hz
Battery capacity	Battery capacity -	Battery capacity -	Battery capacity -
Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support
QMK Support	QMK Support	QMK Support	QMK Support
VIA Support	VIA Support	VIA Support	VIA Support
VIAL Support	VIAL Support	VIAL Support	VIAL Support
N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger
Mount Style	Mount Style -	Mount Style Gasket Mount	Mount Style Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening
Backlight	Backlight Rgb	Backlight Rgb, South-face	Backlight Rgb, South-face
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material ABS	Case Material Aluminum	Case Material Aluminum
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material ABS	Keycaps Material PBT, ABS,	Keycaps Material PBT, ABS
Dimensions	Dimensions -	Dimensions 20 x 121 x 328 mm	Dimensions 20 x 121 x 303 mm
Weight	Weight -	Weight 1645g	Weight 1500g

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Product Description

The Glorious PC Compact is a 65% mechanical keyboard designed for users who want a customizable typing experience without soldering. It suits hobbyists and enthusiasts who prefer to swap MX-compatible switches easily and want a compact layout with dedicated hotkeys for productivity and media control. Its clean design and RGB lighting options also appeal to users seeking a minimal aesthetic with some visual customization.

Key Features

Hot-swappable MX-compatible switches allow quick customization or repair without soldering, supporting mixed switch layouts.
RGB lighting includes 18 preset effects and one user-defined slot, with adjustable animation speed and brightness to match user preferences or environments.
Easy access hotkeys provide direct shortcuts to productivity, internet, and multimedia functions, improving workflow without additional software.
Raised keycaps facilitate easier cleaning by reducing debris buildup around keys.
No visible branding keeps the keyboard visually minimal and suitable for clean setups.

Typing Experience

The keyboard’s hot-swappable design supports a range of MX-style switches, letting users tailor typing feel and sound. The compact 65% layout retains arrow keys and some navigation keys, balancing space savings with functionality. Raised keys can affect keycap stability and typing acoustics, which may differ from flat or gasket-mounted boards.

Trade-offs

The keyboard is wired only, limiting portability or wireless convenience.
No accessories or peripherals are included, so users must provide their own switches and cables.
The compact layout may be less ideal for users who rely heavily on full-size or tenkeyless layouts with dedicated function rows.
Unknown firmware features or programmability beyond the preset hotkeys and lighting effects.

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