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ASUS ROG Azoth vs Keychron K2 HE

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ROG Azoth

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K2 HE

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General

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Series

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

M701, 90MP0317-BKAA01, 90MP031A-BKAA01, 90MP031A-BKAA11, 90MP031B-BKAA01, 90MP031B-BKAA11, M701 ROG AZOTH/NXRD/CA/PBT, M701 ROG AZOTH/NXBL/CA/PBT5Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90mp0317-bkaa01-rog-azoth.htmlRead 11 October 2026Part numbers from the ASUS US store: 90MP0317-BKAA01 (NXBN), 90MP031A-BKAA01 (NXSW), 90MP031A-BKAA11 (NXSW/WHT), 90MP031B-BKAA01 (NXSM) and 90MP031B-BKAA11 (NXSM/WHT). NXSW is NX Snow and NXSM is NX Storm. The two pairs of Snow and Storm part numbers show the same specifications and the difference is not stated, so only the WHT part numbers are listed as variants. M701 is the model name on the quick start guide.

K2H-J1, K2H-J1G, K2H-F1, K2H-F1G, K2H-Q1, K2H-Q1G, K2H-F1-BO, K2H-F1-DE, K2H-F1-UK, K2H-F1-SW2Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboard.jsonRead 30 September 2026

GTIN / EAN

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4895248888994, 4894979071552, 4895248889175, 4894979071569, 4895248889182, 4894979071576, 4894979013583, 4894979051950, 4894979017628, 48949790276892Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboard.jsonRead 30 September 2026Barcode per SKU from the store data. Best Buy lists UPC 4895248889045 for K2H-J1, not used

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

4 January 20238Press articleguru3d.com/story/asus-rog-azoth-gaming-keyboardRead 11 October 2026Published 4 January 2023 from CES 2023.

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Status

Available2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026The ROG US and global pages still list the keyboard and the ASUS US store sells it.

Available1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

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.

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$1306Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/keychron-launches-award-winning-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-custom-keyboard-for-direct-sales-following-1m-kickstarter-success-302330977.htmlRead 30 September 2026Manufacturer direct-sales announcement, Dec 13, 2024: starting at USD 130 for the Standard edition. This is the maker launch price, not a current rounded store price.

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.

€2998Press articleguru3d.com/story/asus-rog-azoth-gaming-keyboardRead 11 October 2026299 euros RRP. Trusted Reviews also lists an EU RRP of 299 euros.9Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/asus-rog-azothRead 11 October 2026Full specs list EU RRP 299 euros. The review also lists a US RRP of $290 while Reviewed gives $250, so no USD price is stored.

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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, EU5Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90mp0317-bkaa01-rog-azoth.htmlRead 11 October 20268Press articleguru3d.com/story/asus-rog-azoth-gaming-keyboardRead 11 October 2026EU from the 299 euro RRP. US from the ASUS US store.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Gunmetal, Moonlight White1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026Gunmetal and Moonlight White.

Black, White1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Segment

Gaming2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026Listed under ROG Gaming Keyboards.

Gaming1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Maker presents magnetic gaming controls and competitive gameplay as a main use.

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

Complete2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026

Complete3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026Fully Assembled Version. The manual also describes a Barebone Version, not sold on the maker page today

Layout

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

75 %2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026ROG Azoth gaming custom keyboard with 75 keyboard form factor.

75 %1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

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

ANSI4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026The US layout is ANSI. Other layouts are not listed.

ANSI, ISO1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Regional layouts

US4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Top view is labelled US layout.

ANSI, ISO-Nordic, ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-Swiss1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 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.

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Key legends for

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macOS, Windows1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Numpad

No4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Top view shows no numeric keypad.

No3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

Function row

Yes4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Top view shows Esc and F1 to F12 as a function row.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

Dedicated arrow keys

Yes4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Top view shows four dedicated arrow keys.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

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

Compact4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Ins, Del, PgUp and PgDn are keys. Fn + PgUp is Home and Fn + PgDn is End.

Compact3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026Del, Pg Up, Pg Dn, Home and End in a column on the right

Key stagger

Row-staggered4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Top view shows row-staggered rows.

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Bottom row

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Low profile

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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.

Mechanical3Maker product pagerog.asus.com/uk/content/rog-keyboard-switchRead 11 October 2026

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Switch feel

Linear, Tactile, Clicky3Maker product pagerog.asus.com/uk/content/rog-keyboard-switchRead 11 October 2026Base lists every option sold: NX Red and Snow linear, NX Brown tactile, NX Blue and Storm clicky.

Linear4Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/gateron-double-rail-magnetic-switchRead 30 September 2026Spec image: Nebula 'Behavior: Linear', 'Pre-lubed: Yes'

Switch maker

ASUS2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026

Gateron1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Switch models

ROG NX Red, ROG NX Blue, ROG NX Brown, ROG NX Snow, ROG NX Storm3Maker product pagerog.asus.com/uk/content/rog-keyboard-switchRead 11 October 2026

Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic Nebula Switch Version 1, Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic Nebula Switch Version 21Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Switch stem

MX cross10Reviewthedailystar.net/tech-startup/news/asus-rog-azoth-wonderful-weird-and-worrisome-yet-awesome-3651656Read 11 October 2026Hot-swappable switches follow the standard Cherry MX-style stem shape.

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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.

45gf3Maker product pagerog.asus.com/uk/content/rog-keyboard-switchRead 11 October 2026Comparison table Actuation Force: NX Red 45 gf, NX Blue 55 gf, NX Brown 43 gf, NX Snow 45 gf, NX Storm 55 gf. The base shows NX Red. Initial force of 40 gf is a different value and is not stored.

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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.

55gf3Maker product pagerog.asus.com/uk/content/rog-keyboard-switchRead 11 October 2026Table Total Force: NX Red 55 gf, NX Snow 53 gf. The table has no total force for the clicky and tactile options.

60gf8Maker product pagekeychron.com/cdn/shop/files/Gateron_Double-Rail_Magnetic_Switches.pngRead 30 September 2026Product comparison diagram: both magnetic switch versions have 60 g end force. The 40 g start force is not actuation force.

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.

1.8mm3Maker product pagerog.asus.com/uk/content/rog-keyboard-switchRead 11 October 2026Switch pages: NX Red, Snow and Storm 1.8 mm, NX Brown 2.0 mm, NX Blue 2.3 mm.

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Total travel

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Rated keystrokes

70million3Maker product pagerog.asus.com/uk/content/rog-keyboard-switchRead 11 October 2026Keypress Lifespan row: the older NX columns share 70 million. The 100 million cell covers the RX and NX V2 columns.

150million8Maker product pagekeychron.com/cdn/shop/files/Gateron_Double-Rail_Magnetic_Switches.pngRead 30 September 2026Both switch columns in the product comparison diagram specify a lifespan of 150 million clicks.

Factory-lubed switches

Yes2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026Hot-swappable ROG NX switches: pre-lubed.

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Adjustable actuation

No9Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/asus-rog-azothRead 11 October 2026Reviewer says the switches have no adjustable actuation points.

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

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

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Min0.2Max3.8mm1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Actuation stepiSmallest documented increment between selectable actuation settings.

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0.1mm1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

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

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Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Rapid trigger

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Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

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

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0.1mm1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026'Sensitivity 0.1 mm'

Multi-action keys

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Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026'Dynamic Keystrokes (DKS)', up to 4 actions per key

SOCD handling

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Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026'Last Key Priority (LKP) & Snap Click', disabled by default

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

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Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

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

5-pin9Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/asus-rog-azothRead 11 October 2026Hot-swappable PCB for MX standard 3 or 5 pin mounting.10Reviewthedailystar.net/tech-startup/news/asus-rog-azoth-wonderful-weird-and-worrisome-yet-awesome-3651656Read 11 October 2026PCB compatibility with both 3-pin and 5-pin switches.

Magnetic1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Compatible switches

3-pin and 5-pin MX-style mechanical switches9Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/asus-rog-azothRead 11 October 202610Reviewthedailystar.net/tech-startup/news/asus-rog-azoth-wonderful-weird-and-worrisome-yet-awesome-3651656Read 11 October 2026

Version 2 supports Keychron Ultra-fast Lime Magnetic Switches. Version 1 supports only Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic Switches1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Stabilizers

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PCB screw-in1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Factory-lubed stabilizers

Yes2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026Pre-lubed keyboard stabilizer.

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Keycaps

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Keycap material

PBT2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026ROG PBT doubleshot keycaps.

PBT1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Legend method

Doubleshot2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026

Doubleshot1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Keycap profile

Cherry10Reviewthedailystar.net/tech-startup/news/asus-rog-azoth-wonderful-weird-and-worrisome-yet-awesome-3651656Read 11 October 2026Double-shot PBT shine-through keycaps in a Cherry profile.

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Keycap thickness

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

Yes10Reviewthedailystar.net/tech-startup/news/asus-rog-azoth-wonderful-weird-and-worrisome-yet-awesome-3651656Read 11 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 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.

AASUS ROG Azoth

Connection	Polling rate (Hz)
USB (wired)	1,000

Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026USB Report rate 1000 Hz. Wireless rates are not published.

BKeychron K2 HE

Connection	Polling rate (Hz)	Receiver or adapter
USB (wired)	1,000	Not available
2.4 GHz	1,000	Included Type-A 2.4GHz receiver
Bluetooth	125	Not available

Source1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026'1000 Hz (Wired and 2.4 GHz)', '125 Hz (Bluetooth)'

Max polling rate

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

Polling rate (wired)

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

Polling rate (2.4 GHz)

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1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

Polling rate (Bluetooth)

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125Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

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.

AASUS ROG Azoth

Rollover
NKRO

Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026Anti-Ghosting: N Key Rollover.

BKeychron K2 HE

Connection	Rollover
USB (wired)	NKRO
2.4 GHz	NKRO

Source1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026'N-Key Rollover (NKRO): Yes (wireless & wired)'. Bluetooth not stated separately

Anti-ghosting

Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026

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Adjustable debounce

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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.

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Connectivity

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Connections

USB (wired), 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026

USB (wired), 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Wireless technology

ROG SpeedNova2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026

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Bluetooth

5.11Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026

5.21Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Bluetooth device slots

32Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026Use Bluetooth to connect and switch between three devices at a time.

31Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

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.

Knob4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Setting up Bluetooth: push the control knob forwards or backwards to select the previous or next Bluetooth host. The connection mode switch only selects the mode.

Keys3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026Manual Bluetooth-mode section: Fn+1, Fn+2, Fn+3 select paired hosts. The physical switch selects connection mode, not the Bluetooth host.

Receiver connector

USB-A11Reviewreviewed.com/gaming/content/asus-rog-azoth-reviewRead 11 October 2026Connectivity: 2.4GHz wireless via included USB-A dongle.

USB-A3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

Receiver storage in keyboard

Yes4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Rear view lists magnetic dongle storage.

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Receiver shared with other devices

Yes2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026ROG Omni Receiver connects the keyboard and one compatible mouse with one USB receiver after a firmware update.

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Wireless range

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10m3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026'Bluetooth operating distance: Within 10 meters (open space)'

Detachable cable

Yes4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Bundled USB Type-C cable plugs into the Type-C port on the keyboard.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

Port on keyboard

USB-C4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026

USB-C3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

Cable plug

USB-A1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026Connectivity: USB 2.0 (TypeC to TypeA).

USB-A3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

Cable

Braided1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 20262M USB type A to C braided cable.

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Cable length

2m1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026

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USB passthrough

No1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026

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

Windows, macOS1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026macOS 10.11 or later and Windows 11.

macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Spec table: macOS/Windows/Linux. iOS and Android from the OS toggle label in the manual3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

Consoles

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Battery

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Battery type

Li-ion4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Lithium-Ion Battery Warning. Li-ion is the only battery chemistry named.

Li-Po1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026'4000 mAh Rechargeable li-polymer battery'

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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4,000mAh1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

User-replaceable battery

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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.

AASUS ROG Azoth

Connection	Lighting	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	Off	2,000
2.4 GHz	On	131
Bluetooth	Off	2,076

Source2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026Chart for 2.4 GHz RF: RGB off and OLED off 2000+ hrs, RGB on and OLED off 131 hrs, RGB off and OLED on 128 hrs, RGB on and OLED on 62 hrs. Footnote: Bluetooth mode 2076 hours with OLED and RGB off. Published as 2000+, stored as 2000. Only the rows with the OLED off are stored. The rows with the OLED on (128 hrs with RGB off, 62 hrs with RGB on) are not stored because the lighting column cannot show the display state.

BKeychron K2 HE

Lighting	Hours (h)
Off	110

Source5Maker product pagekeychron.jp/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-custom-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Japanese maker specifications explicitly qualify 110 hours as wireless working time with backlight off. Connection and polling setting are unspecified.

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.

2,076h=CalculatedFrom Battery life per mode (claimed)

110h=CalculatedFrom Battery life per mode (claimed)

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.

2,076h=CalculatedFrom Battery life per mode (claimed)

110h=CalculatedFrom Battery life per mode (claimed)

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.

131h=CalculatedFrom Battery life per mode (claimed)

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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

USB-C4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026

USB-C3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

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

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300min3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026'Charging time: Around 5 hours'

Quick charge

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Use while charging

Yes2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026Charge and play simultaneously in wired USB mode.

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Solar charging

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Battery indicator

Built-in display4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026OLED display functions include Battery Status.

LED3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026Power indicator LED: low power red blinking, charging static red, full static green

Build

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Case material

Aluminium top cover, plastic bottom case10Reviewthedailystar.net/tech-startup/news/asus-rog-azoth-wonderful-weird-and-worrisome-yet-awesome-3651656Read 11 October 2026Aluminium upper housing and a plastic lower housing.

ABS plastic bottom with aluminum frame. Special Edition adds wooden side panels.1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Technical specifications: bottom case ABS, Standard aluminum frame, Special Edition aluminum and wood.

Plate material

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Aluminium1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Mount style

Gasket2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026Silicone gasket mount with three layers of dampening foams.

Tray1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Flex cuts in PCB

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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.

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Foam, position not stated, Silicone bottom, Other1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Sound absorbing foam, EPDM foam, bottom case PET film, silicone bottom pad. The foams have no stated position and are stored as foam. The PET film is stored as other.

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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5°, 9.34°, 12.43°1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026'Feet Height / Angle: 5° / 9.34° / 12.43°'

Spill resistant

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IP rating

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Lighting

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Backlight

RGB per key1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026

RGB per key1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Product feature and technical specifications: north-facing RGB LEDs. Launcher offers per-key colour control.

LED position

North-facing10Reviewthedailystar.net/tech-startup/news/asus-rog-azoth-wonderful-weird-and-worrisome-yet-awesome-3651656Read 11 October 2026Review says north-facing Cherry MX interference.

North-facing1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

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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Side or underglow lighting

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Lighting sensors

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Lighting sync

AURA Sync1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026

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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.

Multifunction control4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Control knob and function switch button give volume and track control. There are no Fn playback keys.

Fn layer3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026Media functions printed on F1 to F12

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

04Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Playback is controlled by the knob and function switch button, not separate buttons.

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Volume control

Knob4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Control knob in Media Control (Volume) mode.

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Knobs

14Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026

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Programmable knob

Yes4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Knob modes marked Customization need to be enabled in Armoury Crate.

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Knob press

Yes4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Press down on the control knob to begin or leave Bluetooth pairing.

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

04Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026The key map and macro recording section use ordinary assignable keys.

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Built-in screen

OLED2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 20262-inch OLED panel.

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Touchpad

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Fingerprint reader

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OS mode switch

Key combination4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Fn + Tab switches Mac or PC mode.

Switch3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026'Win/Android Mac/iOS (OS Toggle)'

Windows key lock

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Software

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Software

Armoury Crate1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026

Keychron Launcher1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Software runs on

Windows10Reviewthedailystar.net/tech-startup/news/asus-rog-azoth-wonderful-weird-and-worrisome-yet-awesome-3651656Read 11 October 2026Reviewer says customisation in the software is unavailable for Linux or macOS. Armoury Crate is therefore stored as Windows only.

Web1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Keychron Launcher web app, Chrome/Opera/Edge, wired connection

Open firmware

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QMK1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Product firmware section specifies QMK and Keychron Launcher. The umbrella QMK/VIA support tag does not establish that this model works with VIA, so VIA is omitted.

Onboard memory

Yes4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Profiles switch with key combinations and need no software running.

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

64Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Key combinations: Fn + 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 is the profile switch. Profile 6 is the default.

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Macros

Yes4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

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

Yes4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026On-the-fly macro recording with Fn + Left-Alt.

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Key remapping

Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026Macro Keys: All Keys Programmable.

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

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

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43Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026Four layers: 0 and 1 for Mac, 2 and 3 for Windows

User firmware updates

Yes4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Follow the Armoury Crate instructions to update the keyboard firmware.

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 20263Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

Ergonomics

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Wrist rest

None1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026The contents list has no wrist rest.

None1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Complete standard box contents contain no wrist rest. Wrist-rest accessories are sold separately.

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.

Width326Depth136Height40mm(12.8 × 5.4 × 1.6 in)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026Published as 326 x 136 x 40 mm. Read as width, depth and height.

Depth126.7Height40.7mm(5 × 1.6 in)1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Technical specifications: depth and back height apply to both editions. Standard width/front height are 316.4/30.2 mm, Special Edition 320.5/30.1 mm. Differing dimensions are omitted because this field cannot vary.

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.

1,186g(2.6 lb)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026Published as 1186 g with PBT keycaps and without cable.

980g(2.2 lb)1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Standard Version 980 g, Special Edition 965 g

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

None of 2 known

Platform certifications

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

1 x ROG Azoth, 1 x ROG switch opener, 1 x ROG keycap puller, 1 x ROG switch puller, 1 x lube station, 1 x lube brush, 1 x lube, 3 x ROG NX Switch, 8 x Stabilizer mat, 1 x USB dongle, 1 x USB extender, 1 x USB cable, 1 x ROG sticker, 1 x quick start guide, 1 x warranty booklet1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026

1x Fully Assembled Keyboard, 1x Type-A to Type-C Cable, 1x Type-A 2.4GHz Receiver, 1x Extension Adapter For Receiver, 1x Keycap & Switch Puller, 1x Screwdriver, 1x Hex Key3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026Fully Assembled Version, plus Mac and Windows keycaps per the product page

Cables included

AASUS ROG Azoth

Type	Count
USB Type-C to Type-A braided cable, 2 m	1

Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026

BKeychron K2 HE

Type	Count
Type-A to Type-C Cable	1

Source3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

Spare switches

31Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026Contents list 3 x ROG NX Switch.

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Links

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Product page

rog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026

www.keychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboard1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Spec sheet

rog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/spec1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026

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Manual

dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdf4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026

cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdf3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 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.

1year5Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90mp0317-bkaa01-rog-azoth.htmlRead 11 October 2026ASUS US store: 1 year manufacturer's limited warranty.

1year7Maker product pagehelp-center.keychron.com/en-us/article/360021443594-how-long-is-the-keyboard-warranty-forRead 30 September 2026Official support article states 12 months global warranty, dated August 28, 2026.

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