Glorious GMMK Full-Size
Score: 92/100
Corsair Vanguard 96
Score: 89/100Rankings
The GMMK Full-Size ISO is a modular barebone keyboard with hot-swap capability, per-key RGB and solid aluminum construction, aimed at enthusiasts who want to customise switches and keycaps on an ISO layout.
The Vanguard 96 is a compact 96% mechanical keyboard that combines hot-swap MLX Plasma switches, an 8,000 Hz polling rate, and a unique 1.9" IPS LCD screen. It targets power users who need a space-saving layout with premium features, though its underside USB-C port and navigation quirks may affect usability.
| Attribute | Glorious GMMK Full-Size | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 940 gramsbest | 995 grams |
1,000 Hz | 8,000 Hzbest | |
105best | — |
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| Attribute | Glorious GMMK Full-Size | |
|---|---|---|
Layout & Size(2) | ||
Keyboard Layout | Full Size ISO | 96% |
Weight (grams) | 940 grams | 995 grams |
Performance(1) | ||
Polling Rate (Hz) | 1000 Hz | 8000 Hz |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connection Type | USB 2.0 | Wired USB-C |
Switches(1) | ||
Switch Type | Cherry MX/Gateron/Kailh | MLX Plasma |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers call it a strong, affordable entry into the modular keyboard space, praising its build quality and hot-swap feature while noting the lack of switches/keycaps and a modest software suite.
Users love the solid feel, easy switch swapping and vibrant RGB, but complain about the stiff cable, dim default lighting and the need to purchase switches separately.
Professional reviewers commend the Vanguard 96 for its solid construction, smooth MLX Plasma linear switches, and the innovative combination of a rotary knob and a full-color LCD screen, calling the latter a game-changer while noting the 96% layout may alienate users who depend on a full navigation cluster.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the keyboard's typing experience, build quality, and the versatility of the LCD screen and rotary dial, with common complaints about the underside USB-C port and unintuitive navigation key access on macOS.
“I replaced all 105 switches in under 20 minutes.”
“solid and well-built”
“I was stuck using Corsair stock wire… it's a bad design honestly.”
