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Varmilo Sword68 Review | 64 Data compared

Avg. price:~£220Layout size:65%Connection type:USB / 2.4GHz / BluetoothSwitch type:mechanicalPolling rate:1000 Hz

Varmilo Sword68 Review: Compare 64 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Keyboards category and whether it is worth buying.

7.3

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the keyboard's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best keyboards on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 64% of models
Score components

80%

7.2

Technical score

20%

7.8

User score

â–²Better than 64% of keyboards
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Keyboards category across these key areas: Switches, Design, Connectivity & Power, Features, Materials.
When it matters
When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 67% of models
Score components

34%

9.1

Connectivity & Power

28%

4.3

Switches

20%

9.5

Materials

12%

5.7

Features

6%

4.5

Design

â–²Better than 67% of keyboards
7.8

User score

User score
7.8/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

4.9

Number of reviews

Based on 48 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 75% of keyboards
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Technical Specifications of keyboard Varmilo Sword68

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Keyboards category across these key areas: Switches, Design, Connectivity & Power, Features, Materials.
When it matters
When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 67% of models
Score components:

34%

9.1

Connectivity & Power

28%

4.3

Switches

20%

9.5

Materials

12%

5.7

Features

6%

4.5

Design

7.2
User score
User score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

4.9

Number of reviews

Based on 48 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.8
Popularity
Popularity
4.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the keyboard.
When it matters
When you prefer a keyboard that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Popularity:
Varmilo Sword68 has a popularity score of 4.9 points, which is lower than that of 64.4% of products in this category.
4.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the keyboard's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a keyboard that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 51% of models
Score components:

60%

7.3

Overall score

40%

9.4

Price

7.9
Switch type
mechanical
Switch feel
linear
Switch name
?
Actuation force
40 g
Min actuation distance
2 mm
Min actuation distance
2 mm
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
This keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 2 mm, which is longer than 66.5% of keyboards and equal to 33.2% of keyboards.
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Keyboard type
mechanical
Layout size
65%
Layout standard
?
N. of keys
68
N. of keys
68
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Market range: <64 – >108
This keyboard has 68 keys, which is fewer than 75.9% of keyboards and equal to 5.5% of keyboards.
Profile
standard
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Connection type
USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
Connection type
USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
â–² Better than 57% of models
This keyboard offers USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth connectivity, which is more versatile than 57.3% of keyboards and equal to 42.7% of keyboards.
Multi-device pairing
yes
Multi-device pairing
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This keyboard supports multi-device pairing. 4.5% of keyboards support multi-device pairing.
Bluetooth version
5
Bluetooth version
5
â–² Better than 51% of models
This keyboard uses Bluetooth 5, which is newer than 51% of keyboards and equal to 15.7% of keyboards.
Mac compatibility
?
Battery life
?
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RGB lighting
yes
RGB lighting
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This keyboard has RGB lighting. 12.4% of keyboards have RGB lighting.
Per-key RGB
?
RGB zones
68
RGB zones
68
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <0 – >104
This keyboard has 68 RGB zones, which is fewer than 60.8% of keyboards and equal to 4.9% of keyboards.
Underglow / side lighting
no
Underglow / side lighting
no
â–¼ Worse than 8% of models
This keyboard does not include underglow lighting. 8% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
Backlight direction
north-facing
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Case material
aluminum
Plate material
?
Keycap material
PBT
Keycap profile
Cherry
Legend method
dye-sub
Legend method
dye-sub
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
This keyboard uses dye-sub legends, which are less durable than 75.1% of keyboards and equal to 10.9% of keyboards.
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Varmilo Sword68 vs the average keyboard

246810TotalDesignConnectivity & PowerSwitchesMaterialsFeatures
  • 0.6 mm shorter key travel
    Total travel distance
    3.4 mm
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <3.2 mm – >4 mm
    This keyboard has 3.4 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.
    3.4 mm vs 4 mm
  • 0.6 mm shorter key travel
    Total travel distance
    3.4 mm
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <3.2 mm – >4 mm
    This keyboard has 3.4 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.
    3.4 mm vs 4 mm
  • Less durable legends
    Legend method
    dye-sub
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This keyboard uses dye-sub legends, while the average keyboard uses double-shot.
    dye-sub vs double-shot
  • 19 fewer keys
    N. of keys
    68
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <64 – >108
    This keyboard has fewer keys than the average keyboard (68 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
    68 vs 87
  • 0.3 mm longer minimum actuation distance
    Min actuation distance
    2 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
    This keyboard has a longer minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (2 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    2 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.0
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This keyboard uses an older Bluetooth version than the average keyboard (5 vs 5.2). The average keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 vs 5.2
  • 69.2% more expensive
    Varmilo Sword68 is more expensive than the average keyboard (£220 vs £130).
    £220 vs £130
  • 1.5 ° higher typing angle
    Typing angle
    6.5 °
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <3 ° – >7 °
    This keyboard has a higher typing angle than the average keyboard (6.5 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.
    6.5 ° vs 5 °
  • 15 fewer RGB zones
    RGB zones
    68
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <0 – >104
    This keyboard has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (68 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
    68 vs 83
  • 3% lower user score
    User score
    7.8/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Varmilo Sword68
    the average keyboard
    Varmilo Sword68 has a lower user score than the average keyboard (7.76 vs 8.000).
    7.76 vs 8
  • 69.2% more expensive
    Varmilo Sword68 is more expensive than the average keyboard (£220 vs £130).
    £220 vs £130
  • 3% lower user score
    User score
    7.8/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Varmilo Sword68
    the average keyboard
    Varmilo Sword68 has a lower user score than the average keyboard (7.76 vs 8.000).
    7.76 vs 8
  • 26.1% less popular
    Varmilo Sword68 is less popular than the average keyboard (4.88 vs 6.2).
    4.88 vs 6.15
  • 19 fewer keys
    N. of keys
    68
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <64 – >108
    This keyboard has fewer keys than the average keyboard (68 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
    68 vs 87
  • 1.5 ° higher typing angle
    Typing angle
    6.5 °
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <3 ° – >7 °
    This keyboard has a higher typing angle than the average keyboard (6.5 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.
    6.5 ° vs 5 °
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.0
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This keyboard uses an older Bluetooth version than the average keyboard (5 vs 5.2). The average keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 vs 5.2
  • 0.3 mm longer minimum actuation distance
    Min actuation distance
    2 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
    This keyboard has a longer minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (2 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    2 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • Less durable legends
    Legend method
    dye-sub
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This keyboard uses dye-sub legends, while the average keyboard uses double-shot.
    dye-sub vs double-shot
  • 15 fewer RGB zones
    RGB zones
    68
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <0 – >104
    This keyboard has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (68 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
    68 vs 83

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delightlylinux.wordpress.com
29/12/2022
Summary of the review
The Varmilo Sword 2 Mechanical Keyboard - Gorgeous but not Linux Friendly
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ubuy.vu
01/09/2025
Summary of the review
Varmilo Sword68 Classique Noir 65% Hotswap Aluminium Keyboard
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Third-party reviews

Based on 48 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: June 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Varmilo Sword68

  • Premium build quality with a heavy, solid full CNC aluminum case (~1500g)
  • Excellent 'out-of-the-box' typing experience with high-quality factory-lubed switches
  • Stunning aesthetics and artistic design themes (e.g., Ariel, Sakura, Monet)
  • Great acoustic performance with satisfying sound profiles (often described as 'thocky' or 'sharp')
  • Versatile tri-mode connectivity (Wired, 2.4GHz Wireless, and Bluetooth 5.0)
  • Pleasant typing feel due to the leaf spring gasket structure providing subtle flex

What we don't like about Varmilo Sword68

  • Inconvenient wireless power switch placement (hidden under keycaps like Caps Lock or Shift)
  • Lack of on-board storage for the 2.4GHz wireless dongle
  • Proprietary software can be clunky and lacks QMK/VIA support for deeper customization
  • Charging indicator light can be distracting and sometimes cannot be turned off independently
  • Occasional quality control issues with sluggish stabilizers reported by some users
  • High price point compared to other mass-produced mechanical keyboards

Verdict

The Varmilo Sword68 is a premium 65% mechanical keyboard featuring a robust full-CNC 6063 aluminum case with a fine zircon-sand finish and a weighted backplate for a total net weight of 1.5kg. It utilizes a tri-mode connection system—supporting wired USB-C, Bluetooth 5.0, and 2.4GHz wireless—powered by a 4000mAh battery. The internal build is characterized by a flexible PCB leaf-spring gasket mount and a multi-layered acoustic system including Poron, IXPE, and PET foams to ensure a refined 'thocky' typing sound. Key pros include its exceptional build quality, hotswappable PCB, high-quality five-sided dye-sub PBT keycaps, and a 1000Hz polling rate for low-latency performance. Notable cons include proprietary software that lacks QMK/VIA compatibility, an always-on charging indicator that may disrupt the aesthetic, and a substantial weight that limits portability.

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