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General

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Series

Eternal6Press articlebasic-tutorials.com/news/glorious-gmmk-eternal-96-percent-gaming-keyboard-with-triple-sound-dampening-unveiledRead 14 October 2026Article puts the GMMK Eternal in the Eternal series with the Model O Eternal mouse and the GHS Eternal headset.

EISA1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

GLO-GMMKE96-BLK-US, GLO-GMMKE96-BLK-UK, GLO-GMMKE96-BLK-ND1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026US store lists three Black SKUs: GLO-GMMKE96-BLK-US English (US), GLO-GMMKE96-BLK-UK English (UK) and GLO-GMMKE96-BLK-ND Nordic (ND).

K686WB-RGB-PRO8Owner's manualredragon.ru/data/files/20240906/3052223d.pdfRead 23 October 2026Official regional original manual artwork identifies K686AK-RGB-PRO/7199 and K686WB-RGB-PRO/7199. Reference white and blue model is K686WB. Other regional switch or side-printed editions are excluded.

GTIN / EAN

840408303880, 840408303897, 8404083044121Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Barcodes come from the store's product data for each SKU.

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

8 September 20264Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/glorious-gmmk-eternal-reviewRead 14 October 2026Spec table release date Sept. 8, 2026. The Glorious store page was published on 8 September 2026.5Press articlekitguru.net/peripherals/keyboards/joao-silva/glorious-launches-gmmk-eternal-compact-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026KitGuru article dated 13 September 2026 reports the release.6Press articlebasic-tutorials.com/news/glorious-gmmk-eternal-96-percent-gaming-keyboard-with-triple-sound-dampening-unveiledRead 14 October 2026Unveil reported 9 September 2026. The store page and Tom's Hardware give 8 September.

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Status

Available1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Banner says the keyboard is available now. SKU US is in stock.

Available1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026Public maker store offers standard Blue Himmel with Red Switch. SE, Side Printed PBT, MAX and HE are separate listings and excluded.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$99.991Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026US store price USD 99.99 for all three SKUs. Tom's Hardware lists the same MSRP at launch. Excludes tax.4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/glorious-gmmk-eternal-reviewRead 14 October 2026Spec table MSRP USD 99.99.

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Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€99.993Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/en-eu/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026EU store lists EUR 99.99 for all three SKUs. Shown as published, tax treatment not stated. Basic Tutorials gives the same figure as the recommended price.6Press articlebasic-tutorials.com/news/glorious-gmmk-eternal-96-percent-gaming-keyboard-with-triple-sound-dampening-unveiledRead 14 October 2026Recommended price EUR 99.99, dated 9 September 2026.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, EU, GB1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Glorious regional stores for the US, EU and UK list the three SKUs. USD, EUR and GBP prices differ by store.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Blue Himmel1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Segment

Gaming1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Gaming1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Sold asiParts fitted when sold. A complete keyboard includes switches and keycaps. Barebones includes neither.

Complete1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Complete1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026Package includes assembled keyboard and spare switches.

Layout

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Form factoriLayout size or shape. A percentage describes the layout, not the number of keys.

96 % (1800)1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Maker calls it a 96% layout. In the schema the 96% layout is 1800.

96 % (1800)1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026Maker says 96 percent layout. Uses schema 1800 option.

Layout standardiPhysical key layout standards sold for this model. Regional language names are listed separately.

ANSI, ISO1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Maker photos: US has a wide horizontal Enter and a backslash key above it, so ANSI. UK and Nordic have a tall ISO Enter and an extra key left of Z, so ISO.

ANSI2Reviewmoorereppion.com/eisa-proRead 23 October 2026June 28, 2024 hands-on identifies ANSI and standard Red linear switches.

Regional layouts

English (US), English (UK), Nordic (ND)1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Variant titles on the store: English (US), English (UK), Nordic (ND).

US QWERTY1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Keys in regional layoutiPhysical typing and function keys in the stated regional layout. Separate media buttons, macro buttons and rotary controls are excluded. A Touch ID or Lock key in a key row counts, as on Apple keyboards.

98 to 991Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

981Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Key legends for

Windows1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Windows logo on the Win key in all three layout photos.

Windows, macOS3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Control diagram and product photo show Win/control and Alt/command legends.

Numpad

Yes1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Function row

Yes1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Dedicated arrow keys

Yes1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Navigation keysiAvailability of Home, End, Page Up and Page Down as dedicated keys or through an Fn layer.

Compact1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Photo shows dedicated PrtSc, Del, Ins, PgUp and PgDn above the numpad. Home and End are secondary legends on numpad 7 and 1. Tom's Hardware says the board drops most navigation keys.

Compact3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Overview has dedicated Page Up and Page Down, with Home and End on Fn+P and Fn+[.

Key stagger

Row-staggered1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Row-staggered3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Bottom row

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Low profile

No4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/glorious-gmmk-eternal-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review says the keycaps are standard height OEM profile. It calls the board itself fairly compact.

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Switches

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Switch sensing technologyiKey sensing technology. Hall effect and TMR are different sensor types. A mixed board is identified explicitly. Magnetic switch housing alone does not identify the sensor.

Mechanical1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Mechanical1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Switch feel

Linear1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Tech specs: Glorious Fox Switches. The product guide states Glorious Fox Linear.2Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026Switch type: Glorious Fox Linear.

Linear1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Switch maker

Glorious1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Redragon1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Switch models

Glorious Fox Linear1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Redragon Red1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Switch stem

MX cross1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Page says Hotswap MX Switches.

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Actuation forceiForce at the point where a key registers. Initial spring force is not actuation force. Adjustable switches require a stated actuation setting.

55gf4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/glorious-gmmk-eternal-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review says the Fox switches are pre-lubed linear switches with an actuation force of 55 g. The maker does not publish a force. KitGuru's launch article says 50 to 60 g. The Glorious Fox standard switch is 45 g on the maker's switch pages, but that is a separate loose switch.

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Bottom-out forceiForce at the end of the switch travel. It is not the initial spring force or the tactile peak.

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Tactile bump forceiPeak force of the tactile bump. It is not the force at initial movement or at bottom-out.

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Actuation pointiDistance before a key registers. For adjustable boards, the default profile or setting is stated in the source note.

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Total travel

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Rated keystrokes

50million2Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026Switch type: Glorious Fox Linear 50M press rated switches.

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Factory-lubed switches

Yes4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/glorious-gmmk-eternal-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review says the Fox switches are pre-lubed.

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Adjustable actuation

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Actuation rangeiSelectable actuation distances. These are settings, not a measured usable travel range.

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Actuation stepiSmallest documented increment between selectable actuation settings.

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Per-key actuationiActuation can be configured individually for supported keys. The source note identifies any excluded keys.

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Rapid trigger

No1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Tech specs list Hall Effect (Rapid Trigger): No.

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Minimum rapid trigger movementiSmallest selectable movement used to reset or reactivate a key. This is a setting, not measured accuracy.

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Multi-action keys

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SOCD handling

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Analog inputiCan send variable gamepad or joystick input. Magnetic sensing or adjustable actuation alone does not establish analog output.

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Hot-swap socketsiSwitches can be replaced without soldering. Magnetic compatibility must be checked separately.

5-pin1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Page says Hotswap MX Switches. Features: Compatible with 3 and 5 pin switches.2Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026

5-pin1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026Upgraded Hot-Swap section says nearly all 3-pin and 5-pin switches.

Compatible switches

3 and 5 pin mechanical1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Feature text: compatible with 3 and 5 pin switches.2Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026Hot-swap switch compatibility: 3 and 5 pin mechanical.

3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Stabilizers

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Factory-lubed stabilizers

Yes1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Tech specs: Stabilizers Cherry-style, Pre-lubed. The type of mounting is not stated.

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Keycaps

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Keycap material

ABS1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 20262Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026

PBT4Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/redragon-eisa-k686-pro-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Exact Blue Himmel review describes OEM-profile doubleshot PBT shine-through keycaps.

Legend method

Doubleshot1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Tech specs: Keycap Material ABS Double-Shot.

Doubleshot4Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/redragon-eisa-k686-pro-keyboardRead 23 October 2026

Keycap profile

OEM2Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026Keycaps: ABS Double-Shot, OEM Profile.

OEM4Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/redragon-eisa-k686-pro-keyboardRead 23 October 2026

Keycap thickness

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Shine-through legendsiLight passes through the legends. Translucent keycap sides alone do not count.

Yes4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/glorious-gmmk-eternal-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review says the keycaps have shine-through legends. KitGuru says the same.5Press articlekitguru.net/peripherals/keyboards/joao-silva/glorious-launches-gmmk-eternal-compact-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026OEM-profile double-shot ABS keycaps with shine-through legends.

Yes4Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/redragon-eisa-k686-pro-keyboardRead 23 October 2026

Performance

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Polling rate per connectioniDocumented report rates for each connection. Required receivers or optional adapters are identified in the row and source note.

AGlorious GMMK Eternal 96%

Connection	Polling rate (Hz)
USB (wired)	125
USB (wired)	250
USB (wired)	500
USB (wired)	1,000

Source2Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026Polling rate 125 Hz, 250 Hz, 500 Hz or 1000 Hz. Default 1000 Hz.

BRedragon EISA K686 PRO

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Max polling rate

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

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Polling rate (wired)

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Polling rate (2.4 GHz)

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Polling rate (Bluetooth)

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Scan rateiHow often the keyboard reads its switches. A USB report rate does not establish a scan rate.

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Input latency (claimed)iMaker-published input or response latency with conditions in the source note. Do not calculate this from polling rate.

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Key rollover per connectioniKeys registered simultaneously over the stated connection. Connection is omitted if the source does not specify it.

AGlorious GMMK Eternal 96%

Connection	Rollover
USB (wired)	NKRO

Source2Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026Technical specifications: N-Key Rollover Yes. The guide does not name the connection. The board has one wired connection.

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Anti-ghosting

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Adjustable debounce

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Yes4Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/redragon-eisa-k686-pro-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Software section names debounce as its most granular performance setting.

Minimum debounce

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Measured

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Latency per connection (measured)iReviewer measurements for one tested setup per row. Settings and test method are stated in the source note. Missing conditions are not inferred.

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Actuation point (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Total travel (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Operating force (measured)iReviewer-measured force at actuation. The switch and actuation setting are stated in the source note.

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Typing noise (measured)iReviewer-measured A-weighted typing sound level. Measurement distance and conditions are stated in the source note.

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Battery life (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iReviewer-measured keyboard weight without cable or wrist rest. The tested configuration is stated in the source note.

879g(1.9 lb)4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/glorious-gmmk-eternal-reviewRead 14 October 2026Spec table and text: 1.94 lb (879 g). The review does not state the method or whether the cable was weighed. The cable is listed as a separate accessory.

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Connectivity

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Connections

USB (wired)1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 20262Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026Wired only.

USB (wired), 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Wireless technology

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Bluetooth

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3.0/5.01Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Bluetooth device slots

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33Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Bluetooth section pairs host 1, 2 and 3 with Fn shortcuts.

Devices it can switch betweeniDistinct device connections available for switching. Do not infer this by adding wireless modes or paired Bluetooth slots.

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Device switchingiControl used to switch between paired device hosts. Connection-mode and OS switches are described separately.

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Keys3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Receiver connector

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USB-A3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Receiver storage in keyboard

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Yes3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Overview explicitly labels 2.4G receiver storage slot.

Receiver shared with other devices

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Wireless range

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Detachable cable

Yes1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 20262Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026Connection: Wired (USB-A to USB-C, detachable).

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Port on keyboard

USB-C4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/glorious-gmmk-eternal-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review says one USB-C port in the centre of the board.

USB-C3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Cable plug

USB-A1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 20262Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026Included cable has a USB-C end for the keyboard and a USB-A end for the computer.

USB-A3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 20268Owner's manualredragon.ru/data/files/20240906/3052223d.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Cable

Rubber4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/glorious-gmmk-eternal-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review says a rubber-coated cable.

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Cable length

1.8m4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/glorious-gmmk-eternal-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review says 6 ft, 1.8 m USB-C to USB-A cable.

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USB passthrough

No4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/glorious-gmmk-eternal-reviewRead 14 October 2026Spec table: Additional Ports 0.

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Works withiSystems on which the keyboard works. Configuration software may have narrower system support.

Windows, macOS, ChromeOS1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Page says compatible with OS: Windows, macOS, Chrome, Consoles. The product guide lists Windows 10 and later and macOS 10.11 or later. The consoles are not named, so console_compatibility is left out.2Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026System requirements: Windows 10+, macOS 10.11 or later.5Press articlekitguru.net/peripherals/keyboards/joao-silva/glorious-launches-gmmk-eternal-compact-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026The article says the keyboard is also compatible with macOS, ChromeOS and consoles. Core is Windows-only.

Windows, macOS1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Consoles

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Battery

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Battery type

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Number of batteriesiNumber of replaceable AA or AAA cells required. Internal rechargeable battery packs are not counted here.

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Battery capacity

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3,000mAh6Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2695/9506/files/RedragonK686PRO98KeysWirelessGasketRGBGamingKeyboard_7.jpgRead 23 October 2026Official standard-model gallery infographic explicitly states 3000mAh Battery. CGMagazine exact Blue Himmel and December 2024 Notebookcheck comparison agree. 4000mAh belongs to other regional and MAX configurations.

User-replaceable battery

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No3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Battery safety guidance says do not remove battery except for disposal and recycling.

Battery life per mode (claimed)iMaker estimates. Store one published native duration unit per row: hours, days or months. Days and months describe calendar use including idle time, not continuous runtime. Do not convert calendar estimates into hours. Connection, lighting and polling rate are included only when published. Brightness, workload, screen status, sleep settings and up-to qualifiers go in the source note.

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Longest battery life (claimed)iLongest maker estimate published in hours across the listed modes. Rows published in days or months do not contribute. Conditions can differ between products.

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Battery life, lighting offiLongest maker estimate published in hours with lighting off. Calendar-day and calendar-month estimates are not converted and do not contribute.

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Battery life, lighting oniLongest maker estimate published in hours with lighting enabled. Calendar-day and calendar-month estimates are not converted and do not contribute. Brightness and display conditions are stated in the source note.

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Battery life, backlight on (claimed)iLongest maker up-to estimate published in calendar days with backlighting enabled. Includes idle time and the source-defined usage pattern, not continuous runtime. Brightness, workload, connection and sleep conditions remain in the table and source note. Hours and months are not converted.

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Battery life, backlight off (claimed)iLongest maker up-to estimate published in calendar months with backlighting off. Includes idle time and the source-defined usage pattern, not continuous runtime. Workload, connection and sleep conditions remain in the table and source note. Hours and days are not converted.

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Charging port

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USB-C3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Full charge timeiPublished time for a full charge. Approximate times remain qualified in the source note.

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Quick charge

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Use while charging

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Yes3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Wired Connection operates via USB. Recharge section connects keyboard to computer for charging.

Solar charging

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Battery indicator

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LED, Key lighting3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Manual specifies charge LED and numeric-key battery status display. Shortcut differs in early review and is not stored.

Build

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Case material

Aluminium top plate, ABS bottom case1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Tech specs: Case Material Aluminum Top Plate. The product guide lists top plate Aluminium and case Plastic.2Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026Top plate Aluminium, case Plastic.4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/glorious-gmmk-eternal-reviewRead 14 October 2026Black anodised aluminium top plate over a black ABS plastic bottom case.

ABS plastic4Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/redragon-eisa-k686-pro-keyboardRead 23 October 2026CGMagazine calls plastic chassis. Notebookcheck exact standard-model comparison identifies ABS plastic.5Press articlenotebookcheck.net/Redragon-K686-Pro-full-size-gaming-keyboard-with-gasket-mount-gets-sizeable-Amazon-discount.930523.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026

Plate material

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Polycarbonate5Press articlenotebookcheck.net/Redragon-K686-Pro-full-size-gaming-keyboard-with-gasket-mount-gets-sizeable-Amazon-discount.930523.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Exact-model comparison table lists Flex-cut PC plate, TPR gasket mount for standard K686 Pro.

Mount style

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Gasket1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Flex cuts in PCB

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Yes4Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/redragon-eisa-k686-pro-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Exact Blue Himmel review explicitly describes gasket-mounted PCB with flex cuts.

Sound dampeningiDampening layers the maker or a review names. Foam whose position in the stack is not stated is foam. Films, pads and silicone parts that fit no other option are other.

PCB foam, Other1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Three layers: a molded silicone layer and two PU foam layers around the PCB. The place of the silicone layer is not stated, so it is stored as other.4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/glorious-gmmk-eternal-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review confirms a molded silicone layer and two PU foam layers around the PCB.5Press articlekitguru.net/peripherals/keyboards/joao-silva/glorious-launches-gmmk-eternal-compact-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026A molded silicone pad and two sheets of PU foam.

Foam, position not stated1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026Maker text names 3.5 mm PO sound-absorbing pad and two dampening foams. Positions are not all established, so foam is used.

Typing anglesiKeyboard slope for each supported foot position, starting with the lowest. An adjustable-foot count does not establish angles. When the maker publishes only the angle with the feet out, that angle is stored alone.

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Spill resistant

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IP rating

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Lighting

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Backlight

RGB per key1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Per-key RGB lighting.

RGB per key1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026Per-key RGB independently confirmed by Notebookcheck. Manual describes recording a colour per key.5Press articlenotebookcheck.net/Redragon-K686-Pro-full-size-gaming-keyboard-with-gasket-mount-gets-sizeable-Amazon-discount.930523.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026

LED position

North-facing4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/glorious-gmmk-eternal-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review says the RGB backlighting uses a north-facing PCB.

North-facing4Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/redragon-eisa-k686-pro-keyboardRead 23 October 2026Keycap section explicitly describes north-facing RGBs. Side-printed version south-facing claims are excluded.

Lighting zones

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Brightness levelsiSelectable onboard brightness steps. The source note states whether the off position is included.

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53Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Product Features says total five brightness levels. Inclusion of off is not stated.

Side or underglow lighting

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Lighting sensors

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Lighting sync

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Controls

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Media keysiPlayback controlled by separate buttons, an Fn layer or a multifunction knob/rocker. Volume controls are listed separately, and knob presses are excluded from the separate media-button count.

Fn layer1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026The product guide lists media control by Fn plus F4 to F11. The board has no separate media keys or knob.2Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026Key combinations: Fn+F4 media player, F5 previous track, F6 next track, F7 play or pause, F8 stop, F9 mute, F10 volume up, F11 volume down.

Fn layer1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026Manual maps previous, play/pause and next to Fn+F7/F8/F9. Maker knob prose is broader. Manual knob press is mute or lighting-pattern selection.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Separate media buttonsiSeparate physical buttons for playback or mute, counted once each. Fn shortcuts, macro buttons, knob presses and roller presses are excluded.

02Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026No separate media keys are listed. Media control is through Fn shortcuts.4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/glorious-gmmk-eternal-reviewRead 14 October 2026Spec table: Dedicated Media Keys No.

03Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Complete overview has 98 typing/function keys and one rotary control. Knob presses are excluded.

Volume control

Keys2Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026Volume is set with Fn+F10 and Fn+F11. Fn+F9 mutes. There is no knob or roller.

Knob1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Knobs

01Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026No knob in the maker photos.

11Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Programmable knob

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Knob press

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Yes3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Knob function: normal press mutes. Fn+knob switches to brightness mode. Press then toggles lighting.

Separate macro keysiSeparate physical keys or buttons intended for macros. Excludes ordinary remappable keys, media buttons and a dedicated software-launch button.

01Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026No extra keys in the maker photos.

03Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Complete overview has no separate macro keys. Ordinary remappable keys excluded.

Built-in screen

None1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026No screen in the maker photos.

None3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Complete product and manual overview show no display, touchpad or biometric reader.

Touchpad

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No3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Fingerprint reader

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No3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026

OS mode switch

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Switch1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Windows key lock

Yes1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026The product guide lists Fn plus Win to enable or disable the Windows key.2Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026Fn plus Win enables or disables the Windows key.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Windows lock section specifies Fn+Win to toggle lock.

Software

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Software

Glorious CORE1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Redragon EISA K686 PRO Software1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Software runs on

Windows1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Page says Glorious CORE currently supports Windows only.

Windows5Press articlenotebookcheck.net/Redragon-K686-Pro-full-size-gaming-keyboard-with-gasket-mount-gets-sizeable-Amazon-discount.930523.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Final paragraph says custom software for Windows. Article separates standard, SE and Pro Max.

Open firmware

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Onboard memory

Yes1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 20262Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026CORE saves personalised profiles to onboard memory.

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Onboard profilesiProfiles stored on the keyboard, including fixed defaults when the maker counts them. Software-only profiles are excluded.

31Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Tech specs: On-Board Memory Profiles 3.

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Macros

Yes1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Tom's Hardware, KitGuru and Guru3D describe macro recording in Glorious CORE.4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/glorious-gmmk-eternal-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review says the software has a built-in macro recorder and manager.5Press articlekitguru.net/peripherals/keyboards/joao-silva/glorious-launches-gmmk-eternal-compact-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Glorious Core handles per-key RGB, key remapping and macro recording.

Yes1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Macros stored onboardiRecorded command sequences run from keyboard storage without the configuration app. Onboard lighting or remapping alone does not establish this.

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Key remapping

Yes1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026The product guide says Glorious CORE controls key bindings.2Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026CORE controls key bindings.4Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/glorious-gmmk-eternal-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review says keys can be remapped up to two layers deep in Glorious Core.5Press articlekitguru.net/peripherals/keyboards/joao-silva/glorious-launches-gmmk-eternal-compact-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Same article.

Yes1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

LayersiTotal key mapping layers including the base layer. Lighting effect layers and profile slots are excluded.

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User firmware updates

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Ergonomics

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Wrist rest

None2Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026No wrist rest in the box.

None3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Complete package list has no wrist rest.

Wrist rest material

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Tenting

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Tenting angles

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiKeyboard body dimensions with fitted keycaps, without wrist rest and with feet folded. Any different measurement condition is stated in the source note. Width is the longest side, depth runs front to back and height is the thickness. Map by size when the maker's labels differ.

Width372Depth122Height44mm(14.6 × 4.8 × 1.7 in)2Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026372 mm x 122 mm x 44 mm. Tom's Hardware measured the same figures and says the height is the thickest point including keycaps.

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Dimensions with wrist rest

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Keyboard weightiKeyboard without cable or wrist rest. Weights that include accessories cannot be stored here. A cable that cannot be removed is included. Replaceable batteries are included, as built-in batteries are.

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Weight including wrist restiKeyboard plus supplied wrist rest, excluding packaging. The source note identifies any included cable.

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Box dimensions

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Box weightiOne retail package including its contents. A multi-unit shipping carton weight is excluded.

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Certifications

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Platform certifications

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Other certifications

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FCC Part 15 Class B3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026FCC Statement explicitly says tested to Class B digital-device limits and complies with Part 15.

In the box

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In the box

GMMK Eternal 96% (Black), USB-C to USB-A cable, Switch and keycap puller, Quick start booklet1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026What's included: keyboard, USB-C to USB-A cable, switch and keycap puller. The product guide adds a quick start booklet and lists the two pullers separately. Tom's Hardware calls it a 2-in-1 puller.2Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026Guide lists keyboard, USB-C cable, keycap puller, switch puller and quick start booklet.

Redragon EISA K686 PRO Keyboard, Detachable USB Type-C Cable, Nano Receiver, Keycap and switch puller, 4 spare switches, Redragon sticker, User manual1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026Complete standard Blue Himmel package list.

Cables included

AGlorious GMMK Eternal 96%

Type	Count
USB-C to USB-A	1

Source1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

BRedragon EISA K686 PRO

Type	Count
USB Type-A to USB Type-C cable	1

Source3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 20268Owner's manualredragon.ru/data/files/20240906/3052223d.pdfRead 23 October 2026Wired Connection names included USB-A to Type-C cable.

Spare switches

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41Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Links

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Product page

www.gloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

redragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-pro1Maker product pageredragonshop.com/products/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026

Spec sheet

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Manual

www.gloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guide2Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026

cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdf3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/4957/4961/files/K686_user_manual_8eae323f-891e-4a0b-8ec1-3a16539a2ee2.pdfRead 23 October 2026

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

2years1Maker product pagegloriousgaming.com/products/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Page lists 2 years. The product guide adds a third year with product registration.2Owner's manualgloriousgaming.com/pages/gmmk-eternal-96-keyboard-product-guideRead 14 October 2026Warranty 2 years, 3 years with product registration.

2years7Maker product pageredragonshop.com/blogs/product-download/eisa-k686-proRead 23 October 2026Exact standard-model maker support page explicitly gives 2-Year Limited Warranty. Current global store purchase policy is also two years. Older regional manual says 18 months, so that market-specific older term is not applied.

Both are also in the API. Back to all keyboards.