Skyloong GK96 vs Skyloong GK980
The Skyloong GK96 and the Skyloong GK980 are close alternatives. The main differences: the Skyloong GK96 is the cheaper of the two at $85 versus $95.
- Lower priceSkyloong GK96$85 versus $95
- Easier to modSkyloong GK96hot-swap sockets and QMK/VIA
Choose the Skyloong GK96 if
- you want to spend less ($85).
- you want QMK/VIA remapping.
Choose the Skyloong GK980 if
- its overall balance fits you: a 96% (1800-layout) hot-swappable mechanical keyboard with numpad, wired and wireless connectivity, rgb backlighting, and a plastic case aimed at office and typing use.
Skyloong GK96 vs Skyloong GK980, spec by spec
| Skyloong GK96 | Skyloong GK980 | |
|---|---|---|
| Layout | 96% | 96% |
| Height | Standard | Standard |
| Connectivity | Wired, Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz | Wired, Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz |
| Hot-swap | Yes | Yes |
| Keycaps | n/a | n/a |
| Case | plastic | plastic |
| Mount | Tray | Tray |
| Backlight | RGB | RGB |
| QMK / VIA | Yes (stronger spec) | No |
| Battery | n/a | n/a |
| Typical price | $85 (stronger spec) | $95 |
| Sound (stock) | n/a | n/a |
| Released | 2021 | 2021 |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ; a check marks the objectively stronger spec (price, battery, modability). Feel and preference rows never get a check. Fields marked n/a are unpublished by the maker; we list only verifiable numbers.
Where they sit among all 509 boards we track
21% of the 509 boards tracked here cost less than the Skyloong GK96; 29% of the 509 boards tracked here cost less than the Skyloong GK980.
Where to buy the Skyloong GK96
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Where to buy the Skyloong GK980
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