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MONKA 6087 Aluminium Alloy 80% Keyboard Kit

Monka 6087

The Monka 6087 is a compact tenkeyless (TKL) mechanical keyboard kit suited for hobbyists who want to build a personalized keyboard with custom switches. It offers a solid aluminum chassis and a gasket-mounted design that provides soft, cushioned typing feedback. This keyboard is a good fit for users who prioritize typing comfort and sound dampening, and who want flexibility in switch choice without soldering.</p... Read more
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  • Released in 2024
  • Has Linear switch options
  • Built with the ANSI layout standard
  • Weighs about 2000 g
  • Sized at 32 x 142 x 367 mm
  • Made with a Aluminum case
  • Released in 2023
  • Has Tactile, Clicky switch options
  • Built with the ISO, ANSI layout standard
  • Compatible with both Mac and Windows
  • Provides dedicated media keys
  • Features N-key rollover
  • Uses a Plate Mount mounting style
  • Supports , Wired, Wired only connectivity
  • Made with a ABS case
  • Features ABS keycaps
  • Released in 2025
  • Connects via USB-C
  • Made with a Aluminum, Acrylic, Polycarbonate case
  • Offers No RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 49.2
  • Build Quality: 65
  • Productivity: 60.5
  • Customizability: 69.8
  • Portability: 52.4
Scores
  • Performance: 74.5
  • Build Quality: 54.7
  • Productivity: 56.4
  • Customizability: 78.6
  • Portability: 55.7
Scores
  • Performance: 48.1
  • Build Quality: 74.3
  • Productivity: 62.8
  • Customizability: 53
  • Portability: 55.7
Name
Monka 6087
Name
Glorious PC
Name
IDABAO ID87
Release year
2024
Release year
2023
Release year
2025
Switch Options
Linear
Switch Options
Tactile, Clicky
Switch Options
-
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
80%
Layout Size
80%
Layout Size
80%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ISO, ANSI
Layout Standard
-
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Display Support
 
Display Support
 
Display Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
USB-C
 
USB-C
 
USB-C
 
USB passthrough
 
USB passthrough
 
USB passthrough
 
Connection
Wired, Wired only
Connection
, Wired, Wired only
Connection
Wired, Wired only
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
-
Battery capacity
-
Battery capacity
-
Hall Effect Support
 
Hall Effect Support
 
Hall Effect Support
 
QMK Support
 
QMK Support
 
QMK Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIAL Support
 
VIAL Support
 
VIAL Support
 
N-Key Rollover
 
N-Key Rollover
 
N-Key Rollover
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Mount Style
Plate Mount
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb
Backlight
 
Rgb
Backlight
 
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Aluminum
Case Material
ABS
Case Material
Aluminum, Acrylic, Polycarbonate
Keycaps Material
-
Keycaps Material
ABS
Keycaps Material
-
Dimensions
32 x 142 x 367 mm
Dimensions
-
Dimensions
-
Weight
2000g
Weight
-
Weight
-
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Product Description

The Monka 6087 is a compact tenkeyless (TKL) mechanical keyboard kit suited for hobbyists who want to build a personalized keyboard with custom switches. It offers a solid aluminum chassis and a gasket-mounted design that provides soft, cushioned typing feedback. This keyboard is a good fit for users who prioritize typing comfort and sound dampening, and who want flexibility in switch choice without soldering.

Key Features

  • Full hot-swappable sockets support both 3-pin and 5-pin switches, allowing easy customization without soldering.
  • RGB backlighting with multiple effects, including music-synced lighting, enhances visual feedback during use.
  • Compact 87-key layout saves desk space while retaining essential keys for productivity and gaming.

Build Quality

  • CNC-machined anodized aluminum alloy frame offers a sturdy and durable chassis with a refined texture.
  • Gasket-mounted structure suspends the plate between case layers, creating a soft, elastic typing feel that reduces finger fatigue.
  • Five-layer internal padding absorbs sound and vibration, resulting in quieter keystrokes and improved acoustics.

Typing Experience

  • The gasket mount combined with layered padding provides cushioned feedback and reduces harsh sounds.
  • Single-key slotted PCB design prevents key interference, supporting consistent and reliable keypresses.
  • Hot-swappable sockets enable users to experiment with different switch types to tailor typing feel and sound.

Trade-offs

  • As a kit, it requires assembly and sourcing switches and keycaps separately, which may not suit users seeking a ready-to-use keyboard.
  • Weight of approximately 2 kg makes it less portable compared to lighter plastic keyboards.
  • No wireless connectivity options, limiting use to wired setups only.

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