Unicomp Classic (Model M) vs Unicomp PC122
The Unicomp Classic (Model M) and the Unicomp PC122 are close alternatives. The main differences: the Unicomp Classic (Model M) is the cheaper of the two at $104 versus $215; stock, the Unicomp Classic (Model M) sounds clicky buckling spring and the Unicomp PC122 loud, heavy buckling-spring clack, the same mechanism as the model m but in an extended terminal layout..
- Lower priceUnicomp Classic (Model M)$104 versus $215
Choose the Unicomp Classic (Model M) if
- you mainly want it for office.
- you want to spend less ($104).
Choose the Unicomp PC122 if
- you mainly want it for enthusiast.
Unicomp Classic (Model M) vs Unicomp PC122, spec by spec
| Unicomp Classic (Model M) | Unicomp PC122 | |
|---|---|---|
| Layout | full | full |
| Height | Standard | Standard |
| Connectivity | Wired | Wired |
| Hot-swap | No | No |
| Keycaps | Dye-sublimated PBT | n/a |
| Case | ABS plastic | plastic |
| Mount | Other | n/a |
| Backlight | White / none | White / none |
| QMK / VIA | No | No |
| Battery | n/a | n/a |
| Typical price | $104 (stronger spec) | $215 |
| Sound (stock) | clicky buckling spring | Loud, heavy buckling-spring clack, the same mechanism as the Model M but in an extended terminal layout. |
| Released | n/a | n/a |
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 Fields marked n/a are unpublished by the maker; we list only verifiable numbers.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
38% of the 509 boards tracked here cost less than the Unicomp Classic (Model M); 81% of the 509 boards tracked here cost less than the Unicomp PC122.
Where to buy the Unicomp Classic (Model M)
Where to buy the Unicomp PC122
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