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Akko 3098B vs Varmilo VA87Me: Comparison

Akko 3098B and Varmilo VA87Me differ on layout: Akko 3098B at 98-Key (Compact Full-Size with Numpad), Varmilo VA87Me at TKL (87-Key).

Specs

Specification
Akko 3098B (98-Key/Akko CS Hot-Swap/Tri-Mode Wireless + Wired/PBT Keycaps/RGB Backlighting)
Akko 3098B
Varmilo VA87Me (TKL 87-Key/Cherry MX/USB-C Wired/RGB Backlighting on Me Variant)
Varmilo VA87Me
BrandAkkoVarmilo
Layout98-Key (Compact Full-Size with Numpad)TKL (87-Key)
Model3098BVA87Me
Switch TypeAkko CS Jelly Black / Radiant Red / Lavender Purple Hot-SwapCherry MX
ConnectivityBluetooth 5.0 / 2.4GHz RF / USB-C WiredUSB-C Wired
BacklightingRGB BacklightingRGB (Me Variant)

Price comparison

RetailerAkko 3098BVarmilo VA87Me
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Verdict

Akko 3098B

7 / 10 Expert Rating

A full-numpad wireless hot-swap board that punches above its budget price point.

Varmilo VA87Me

8 / 10 Expert Rating

A boutique board whose artistic keycap theming and stock quality give it genuine visual and tactile identity, without hot-swap flexibility or programmability.

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