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| Varmilo Aurora | Chilkey ND104 | Keychron Q5 Max |
100 Overall/ Value 100.0Build Quality 92.0Customizability 99.4Performance 81.9Productivity 96.8Portability 64.7![]() | 96 Overall/ Value 96.0Build Quality 90.8Customizability 99.8Performance 82.4Productivity 97.5Portability 56.0 | |
0.0 stars (0 reviews) | 5.0 stars (14 reviews) | 5.0 stars (9 reviews) |
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Name Varmilo Aurora | Name Chilkey ND104 | Name Keychron Q5 Max |
Release year 2022 | Release year 2025 | Release year 2023 |
Switch Options Linear | Switch Options Clicky, Silent, Linear | Switch Options Linear, Tactile, Clicky |
Profile Normal Profile | Profile Normal Profile | Profile Normal Profile |
Hot Swappable | Hot Swappable | Hot Swappable |
Layout Size 100% | Layout Size 100% | Layout Size 96% |
Layout Standard ANSI | Layout Standard ANSI, ISO, ISO-UK | Layout Standard ANSI, ISO-DE, ISO-Nordic, ISO-UK, ISO, ISO-SW |
Layout Ergonomics Normal | Layout Ergonomics Normal | Layout Ergonomics Normal |
Knob Support | Knob Support | Knob Support |
Display Support | Display Support LCD | 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 Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless | Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless |
Polling Rate - | Polling Rate 1000 Hz | Polling Rate 1000 Hz |
Battery capacity - | Battery capacity 8000 mAh | Battery capacity 4000 mAh |
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 - | Mount Style Plate Mount | Mount Style Gasket Mount |
Screw in Stabilizers | Screw in Stabilizers | Screw in Stabilizers |
Sound Dampening | Sound Dampening | Sound Dampening |
Backlight White | Backlight Rgb | Backlight Rgb, South-face |
Case Colors | Case Colors | Case Colors |
Case Material - | Case Material Aluminum | Case Material Aluminum |
Keycaps Material PBT | Keycaps Material PBT | Keycaps Material PBT |
Dimensions - | Dimensions 34 x 438 x 140 mm | Dimensions 23 x 145 x 408 mm |
Weight - | Weight - | Weight 2215g |
The Varmilo Aurora is a mechanical keyboard available in 87- and 108-key layouts, suited for users who want a versatile typing experience with hot-swappable switches and multiple connectivity options. It fits well for hobbyists who like customizing switches and users needing both wired and wireless connections. The keyboard offers white or RGB backlighting but focuses more on functionality than flashy features.