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General

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Series

ROG Strix Scope II1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Feature page names the F1 to F5 hotkeys as part of the ROG Strix Scope II series.

VANGUARD 966Press releasecorsair.com/newsroom/press-release/corsair-continues-longstanding-legacy-of-innovation-with-game-changing-vanguard-pro-96-and-vanguard-96-gaming-keyboardsRead 30 September 2026VANGUARD 96 series with VANGUARD PRO 96 and VANGUARD 96

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

X901, 90MP037A-BKAA01, 90MP037A-BKAA304Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90mp037a-bkaa01-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless.htmlRead 15 October 2026ASUS eShop USA lists Part Number 90MP037A-BKAA01 (X901 STRIX SCOPE II 96 WL/NXSW/CA/PBT, black, NX Snow, PBT). The white 90MP037A-BKAA30 is on the ASUS eShop Canada page. X901 is the model code used by ASUS and retailers.5Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/ca-en/90mp037a-bkaa30-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless.htmlRead 15 October 2026ASUS eShop Canada: X901 SCOPE II 96 WL/WHT/NXSW/CA/PBT, part number 90MP037A-BKAA30, white.

CH-91E911G-NA, CH-91E911G-ND, CH-91E911G-UK, CH-91E911G-JP, CH-91E911G-KR2, CH-91E911G-TW, CH-91E911G-BE, CH-91E911G-FR, CH-91E911G-DE, CH-91E911G-ES, CH-91E911G-CH1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 20262Maker product pagecorsair.com/eu/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 20267Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440403166_f_0Read 30 September 2026

GTIN / EAN

19710514041714Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0C7KFZ5TLRead 15 October 2026Item details: UPC 197105140417 for X901 STRIX SCOPE II 96 WL/NXSW/CA/PBT, the black NX Snow model. Other Amazon fields on that page (QWERTZ, optical RX Red, 104 keys) belong to other versions and are not used.

840440403197, 840440403173, 840440403180, 840440403210, 840440403128, 840440403203, 840440403166, 840440403142, 840440403159, 840440403135, 8404404032277Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440403166_f_0Read 30 September 2026Consumer UPC/EAN, not the 14-digit master carton GTIN.

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

30 May 202313Press articlefunkykit.com/news/asus-republic-of-gamers-announces-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless-gaming-keyboardRead 15 October 2026ASUS press release on ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless carried by FunkyKit, dated 30 May 2023 (Computex 2023). Lowyat.net gives the same date.

25 September 20256Press releasecorsair.com/newsroom/press-release/corsair-continues-longstanding-legacy-of-innovation-with-game-changing-vanguard-pro-96-and-vanguard-96-gaming-keyboardsRead 30 September 2026Milpitas, CA, September 25, 2025

Status

Available4Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90mp037a-bkaa01-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless.htmlRead 15 October 2026ASUS eShop USA sells it with an Add to Cart button.

Available1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026In stock on the US store

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.

$179.996Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Spec table: MSRP $179.99 for the US, excluding sales tax. PC Gamer (Aug 2023), PCPer (Sep 2023) and Guru3D (Dec 2023) give the same US price. Later ASUS store pages show other reference prices, so the launch figure rests on the 2023 reviews.9Reviewguru3d.com/review/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless-reviewRead 15 October 2026Priced at $179.99 (Dec 2023).12Reviewpcgamer.com/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless-reviewRead 15 October 2026Price $180 in the US at review time (Aug 2023).

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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.

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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.

US4Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90mp037a-bkaa01-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless.htmlRead 15 October 2026US store page. The product is sold in other regions too, which this entry does not cover.

US, EU2Maker product pagecorsair.com/eu/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026Sold in the US store and the EU store

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black, White2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless/specRead 15 October 2026Black and White.5Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/ca-en/90mp037a-bkaa30-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless.htmlRead 15 October 2026Black 90MP037A-BKAA01 and White 90MP037A-BKAA30 are both sold as X901 NX Snow PBT models.

Black1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026

Segment

Gaming1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Listed under ROG Gaming Keyboards.

Gaming1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026

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

Complete1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026

Complete7Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440403166_f_0Read 30 September 2026Retail package includes fitted magnetic switches, keycaps, keyboard, wrist rest and cable.

Layout

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

96 % (1800)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 202696% layout. Stored as 1800, the schema's 96 percent layout.

96 % (1800)1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 202696% form factor. The schema id 1800 is the 96 % layout

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

ANSI10Reviewmezha.ua/en/reviews/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless-gaming-keyboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026Key layout corresponds to the American ANSI standard. The unit reviewed was the US layout. ISO and QWERTZ versions are sold in other markets and are not covered.

ANSI, ISO2Maker product pagecorsair.com/eu/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026NA is ANSI. Nordic and UK layouts are ISO

Regional layouts

US3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Strix_Scope_II_96_Wireless/Q22452_ROG_STRIX_SCOPE_II_96_WIRELESS_QSG_V2_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Top view is labelled US layout for reference.

NA (North America), ND (Nordics), UK (UK)1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026Layout names from the store data: NA (North America), ND (Nordics), UK (UK)

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.

983Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Strix_Scope_II_96_Wireless/Q22452_ROG_STRIX_SCOPE_II_96_WIRELESS_QSG_V2_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Counted by row on the ASUS product photo of the US layout, which matches the quick start guide top view: 17 + 18 + 18 + 16 + 17 + 12 = 98, not counting the multi-function button and the wheel. Mezha also says 98 buttons plus two controls.10Reviewmezha.ua/en/reviews/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless-gaming-keyboard-reviewRead 15 October 202698 buttons plus two more controls, the multi-function button and the wheel.

96 to 981Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 20262Maker product pagecorsair.com/eu/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 20263Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 20267Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440403166_f_0Read 30 September 20269Reviewtweaktown.com/reviews/11197/corsair-vanguard-pro-96-gaming-keyboard-magnetic-performance/index.htmlRead 7 October 202613Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-keyboards/corsairvanguard-pro-96-reviewRead 7 October 2026

Key legends for

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Numpad

Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 202696% layout that keeps all function and number keys.

Yes1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026

Function row

Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026

Dedicated arrow keys

Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026

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

Compact3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Strix_Scope_II_96_Wireless/Q22452_ROG_STRIX_SCOPE_II_96_WIRELESS_QSG_V2_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Page 2 Function Keys table: Fn + PgUp is Home and Fn + PgDn is End. Page Up, Page Down, Insert and Delete are dedicated keys in the top row, as the ASUS product photo shows. Home and End are also on numpad 7 and 1.

Fn layer3Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Home, End, Pg Up, Pg Dn and Insert are FN + numpad keys

Key stagger

Row-staggered1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Product photos and the quick start guide top view show a standard row-staggered layout.

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Bottom row

Standard on the left side and the spacebar. 1u right Alt, Fn and Ctrl7Reviewswitchandclick.com/finally-a-gaming-keyboard-that-sounds-good-asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Standard bottom row on the left side and the spacebar, but not on the right side. 96% layout with 1u right Alt, Fn and Ctrl.

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Low profile

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No15Reviewlttlabs.com/products/keyboards/corsair-vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Ergonomics table explicitly says Low Profile No. Low-profile side G buttons do not make the keyboard a low-profile board.

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 pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026

Magnetic (Hall effect)1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026

Switch feel

Linear, Clicky1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Feature page lists NX Snow as refined linear and NX Storm as refined clicky.

Linear4Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/corsair-mgx-magnetic-key-switches-explainedRead 30 September 2026Switch style: Linear. Actuation force is published as 30 g - 55 g depending on the actuation point, so actuation_force_g is left out

Switch maker

ASUS1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026ROG NX is ASUS's own switch brand.

CORSAIR4Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/corsair-mgx-magnetic-key-switches-explainedRead 30 September 2026

Switch models

ROG NX Snow, ROG NX Storm1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026

CORSAIR MGX Hyperdrive1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026Overview and FAQ: "CORSAIR MGX Hyperdrive" preinstalled. The Tech Specs table says "CORSAIR MGX V2". The marketing name is kept

Switch stem

MX cross7Reviewswitchandclick.com/finally-a-gaming-keyboard-that-sounds-good-asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Switches are cross-shaped, so other keycaps fit.

MX cross4Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/corsair-mgx-magnetic-key-switches-explainedRead 30 September 2026"the same dimensions as traditional Cherry MX-style keyswitches", so MX keycaps fit

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

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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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55gf4Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/corsair-mgx-magnetic-key-switches-explainedRead 30 September 2026MGX Hyperdrive specifications: force rises from 30 g at 0.1 mm to 55 g at the full 4.0 mm travel. This endpoint is bottom-out force, not a fixed actuation-force claim.

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.

1.8mm1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Feature page switch section: 1.8 mm for both NX Snow and NX Storm.

2mm4Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/corsair-mgx-magnetic-key-switches-explainedRead 30 September 2026"Out of the box actuation point is 2.0 mm"

Total travel

3.6mm7Reviewswitchandclick.com/finally-a-gaming-keyboard-that-sounds-good-asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Travel distance 3.6 mm, same as Mezha and Lester Chan. ASUS does not publish total travel on the pages read.10Reviewmezha.ua/en/reviews/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless-gaming-keyboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026Full travel 3.6 mm and actuation 1.8 mm for both NX Snow and NX Storm.

4mm4Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/corsair-mgx-magnetic-key-switches-explainedRead 30 September 2026

Rated keystrokes

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150million1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026"rated for 150 million keypresses"

Factory-lubed switches

Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Feature page: pre-lubed switches with lubricated stems and housings.

Yes1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026

Adjustable actuation

No1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Fixed mechanical switches. The page lists one actuation point per switch and no adjustable actuation or rapid trigger.

Yes1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026

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

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Min0.1Max4mm1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 20260.1 mm to 4.0 mm. Corsair recommends 0.3 mm to 3.6 mm for best accuracy

Actuation stepiSmallest documented increment between selectable actuation settings.

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0.1mm4Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/corsair-mgx-magnetic-key-switches-explainedRead 30 September 2026"adjustable in 0.1 mm increments" per key

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

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Yes4Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/corsair-mgx-magnetic-key-switches-explainedRead 30 September 2026

Rapid trigger

No1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026No rapid trigger is listed. PC Gamer also says the board has no adjustable actuation.

Yes1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 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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0.1mm10Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/how-to-set-up-rapid-trigger-on-corsair-keyboardsRead 7 October 2026Maker guide explicitly lists VANGUARD PRO 96. Viewed Rapid Trigger in Web Hub image, device selector VANGUARD PRO 96. Rapid Trigger Sensitivity is 0.1 mm at the High endpoint of the sensitivity slider. Fixed Point Actuation is separately 2.0 mm. This is the reset/reactivation movement setting, not measured accuracy or the fixed actuation point. Image https://d1q3zw97enxzq2.cloudfront.net/images/SCR-20250926-jpym.width-1000.format-webp.webp.

Multi-action keys

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Yes5Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-feature-updateRead 30 September 2026Multi Action (four actions per key), Tap Lock and Smart Tap, added by firmware update. Dual actuation was available at launch

SOCD handling

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Yes1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026CORSAIR Flash Tap SOCD handling

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 pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Page: hot-swappable switches that can be replaced without soldering. The pin type is from the Guru3D and Switch and Click reviews.7Reviewswitchandclick.com/finally-a-gaming-keyboard-that-sounds-good-asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Hot-swappable, north-facing, 5-pin.9Reviewguru3d.com/review/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless-reviewRead 15 October 2026Hot-swappable with both 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches. Stored as 5-pin because a 5-pin socket takes both.

Magnetic1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026"Hotswap support for compatible magnetic switches". Calibration is recommended after swapping

Compatible switches

3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches7Reviewswitchandclick.com/finally-a-gaming-keyboard-that-sounds-good-asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Guru3D: hot-swappable with both 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches. PCPer says the same.8Reviewpcper.com/2023/09/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless-gaming-keyboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026Compatible with both 3-pin and 5-pin aftermarket switches.9Reviewguru3d.com/review/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless-reviewRead 15 October 20263-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches.

Compatible magnetic switches1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026

Stabilizers

Plate-mounted7Reviewswitchandclick.com/finally-a-gaming-keyboard-that-sounds-good-asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Plate-mount, described as atypical. The stabilizers are lubed and tuned.

Other15Reviewlttlabs.com/products/keyboards/corsair-vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Construction table states Snap-In. Other is used because the public source does not identify PCB versus plate attachment. It is not assumed to mean pcb_snap_in.

Factory-lubed stabilizers

Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Feature page: pre-lubed keyboard stabilizers.

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Keycaps

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Keycap material

PBT1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Maker names ROG PBT doubleshot keycaps or UV-coated ABS keycaps and says the material may vary by region. The review units sold in North America had PBT.

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Legend method

Doubleshot1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026

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Keycap profile

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OEM8Reviewtomsguide.com/gaming/gaming-peripherals/corsair-vanguard-pro-96-reviewRead 30 September 2026Typing section identifies OEM profile stock keycaps.

Keycap thickness

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

Yes6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Black double-shot PBT keycaps with shine-through primary legends and printed secondary legends.

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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 Strix Scope II 96 Wireless

Connection	Polling rate (Hz)	Receiver or adapter
USB (wired)	1,000	Not available
2.4 GHz	1,000	Included ROG Omni Receiver

Source2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless/specRead 15 October 2026Spec page: USB report rate 1000 Hz, shown as wired on the Japanese spec page. The 2.4 GHz row is from PCPer.8Reviewpcper.com/2023/09/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless-gaming-keyboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026Spec list copied from ASUS in Sept 2023: USB report rate 1000 Hz and RF 2.4G report rate 1000 Hz.

BCORSAIR Vanguard Pro 96

Connection	Polling rate (Hz)
USB (wired)	8,000
USB (wired)	1,000

Source1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026"Up to 8, 000 Hz" with AXON. The manual says the default is 1000 Hz and 8000 Hz is set in Web Hub or iCUE3Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026

Max polling rate

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

8,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

Polling rate (wired)

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

8,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

Polling rate (2.4 GHz)

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

Not available

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.

0.9ms1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026SpeedNova chart: about 0.90 ms, compared with unnamed Company A and Company B. Test method and connection beyond 2.4 GHz RF are not stated.

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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 Strix Scope II 96 Wireless

Rollover
NKRO

Source2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless/specRead 15 October 2026N Key Rollover. The page does not name a connection.

BCORSAIR Vanguard Pro 96

Connection	Rollover
USB (wired)	NKRO

Source1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026Key Rollover: Full Key (NKRO)

Anti-ghosting

Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Other Features: 100% anti-ghosting and N-key rollover.

Yes3Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026"Full key rollover (NKRO) with 100% anti-ghosting"

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.

AASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless

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BCORSAIR Vanguard Pro 96

Connection	Polling rate (Hz)	Setting	Single key (ms)	Update rate (Hz)
USB (wired)	8,000	LTT best available settings. Firmware 1.4.110, software 1.1.180, debounce 0 ms. Exact actuation distance and Rapid Trigger setting not published.	0.8	Not available
USB (wired)	Not available	RTINGS methodology 1.4.3 optimized settings, lowest available debounce/actuation/Rapid Trigger and highest supported scan/polling. Exact numeric settings, firmware and cable used for this effective-update run are not published. Separate from LTT mean latency.	Not available	2,000

Source12Measurementlttlabs.com/compare/CHILKEYND104-vs-corsair-vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Actual public Chilkey ND104 versus Vanguard Pro 96 comparison, Vanguard column, Performance Latency: Avg. Latency (Wired) 0.8 ms. Mean, not minimum. Test Configuration firmware 1.4.110, software 1.1.180, debounce 0 ms. Product maximum wired polling 8000 Hz plus LTT method highest supported polling establish tested 8000 Hz. Method uses microcontroller-driven solenoid/copper contact detection and Beagle USB 480 analyzer to timestamp individual key contact versus matching USB report. Exact actuation distance, Rapid Trigger state, individual key and aggregation are not published. No default or numeric actuation is inferred. https://www.lttlabs.com/articles/2025/12/03/how-labs-conducts-keyboard-testing.16Measurementrtings.com/keyboard/reviews/corsair/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Row 2 only. Actual public Raw Performance prose explicitly states effective update rate tops out at 2000 Hz while advertised polling is 8000 Hz. Wired Vanguard Pro 96, methodology 1.4.3. This is the rate of new input updates, not the advertised USB polling rate. No locked individual results used. Exact tested firmware, numeric actuation/debounce/RT settings and cable for this run are not stated. Review reports cable/firmware issues. No single/multi/chord/release latency is inferred or mixed with LTT row 1.17Measurementrtings.com/keyboard/learn/how-we-testRead 7 October 2026Method for row 2 effective-update result: raw keyboard USB output checked with Beagle USB 480 analyzer to determine maximum effective input-update rate and rollover. Keyboard performance preparation minimizes debounce, adjustable actuation and Rapid Trigger, enables low-latency/competition mode, disables RGB effects, and uses highest supported scan/polling. This general method does not provide missing model-specific numeric settings or firmware. LTT row 1 remains separate.

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

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1.7mm11Measurementlttlabs.com/products/keyboards/corsair-vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026LTT Labs public MGX Hyperdrive unit. Firmware 1.4.110, software 1.1.180. Individual test key and configured actuation distance are not stated, so no default setting is asserted. Force-travel method uses Flexiv Rizon 4 robotic arm, LMI laser profile sensor and Mecmesin VFG force gauge. https://www.lttlabs.com/articles/2025/12/03/how-labs-conducts-keyboard-testing. Keystroke table Pre-Travel 1.7 mm. Not a maker actuation claim.

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

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4.08mm11Measurementlttlabs.com/products/keyboards/corsair-vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026LTT Labs public MGX Hyperdrive unit. Firmware 1.4.110, software 1.1.180. Individual test key and configured actuation distance are not stated, so no default setting is asserted. Force-travel method uses Flexiv Rizon 4 robotic arm, LMI laser profile sensor and Mecmesin VFG force gauge. https://www.lttlabs.com/articles/2025/12/03/how-labs-conducts-keyboard-testing. Keystroke table Total Travel 4.08 mm. Not a maker 4.0 mm claim.

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

Not available

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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-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026

USB (wired)1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026

Wireless technology

ROG SpeedNova1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026ROG SpeedNova wireless technology in 2.4 GHz mode.

Not available

Bluetooth

5.12Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless/specRead 15 October 2026

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Bluetooth device slots

31Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Bluetooth connects up to three devices at the same time.

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

Not available

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

Keys3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Strix_Scope_II_96_Wireless/Q22452_ROG_STRIX_SCOPE_II_96_WIRELESS_QSG_V2_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026BLE host switch: Fn + 8, Fn + 9 and Fn + 0 select hosts 1 to 3.11Reviewlesterchan.net/blog/2024/04/29/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless-gaming-keyboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026Fn + 8, 9 and 0 switch Bluetooth devices.

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Receiver connector

USB-A6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 20262.4 GHz USB-A dongle with magnetic storage on the keyboard.

None15Reviewlttlabs.com/products/keyboards/corsair-vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Connectivity table: Receiver No, wired yes, wireless no. Enum none reflects no receiver. No wireless sibling data borrowed.

Receiver storage in keyboard

Yes6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Magnetic dongle storage on the top edge of the keyboard.

No15Reviewlttlabs.com/products/keyboards/corsair-vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Connectivity table explicitly says Receiver Storing No.

Receiver shared with other devices

Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026ROG Omni Receiver connects one compatible keyboard and one compatible mouse with a single USB receiver.

Not available

Wireless range

Not available

Not available

Detachable cable

Yes10Reviewmezha.ua/en/reviews/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless-gaming-keyboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026The USB cable is removable, 2 m, in a fabric braid. It connects to the USB-C port at the back.

Yes1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026

Port on keyboard

USB-C2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless/specRead 15 October 2026Spec page lists USB 2.0 (TypeC to TypeA).6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026USB-C charging port on the left of the top edge.

USB-C1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026

Cable plug

USB-A2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless/specRead 15 October 2026

USB-A3Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Connectivity: USB 3.0 Type-A

Cable

Braided2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless/specRead 15 October 2026Spec page: 2M USB type A to C braided cable.

Braided1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026

Cable length

2m2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless/specRead 15 October 2026

1.8m3Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026"1.8m / 6ft, Detachable braided Type-C cable"

USB passthrough

No6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026No passthrough ports.

No15Reviewlttlabs.com/products/keyboards/corsair-vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Connectivity table explicitly says USB Passthrough No. PC Gamer Extra ports None and Tom's Hardware Additional Ports 0 agree.

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

Windows, macOS2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless/specRead 15 October 2026Spec page lists Windows 11. ASUS's Amazon title says PC/Mac support and Switch and Click says Windows and Mac. Stored as Windows and macOS.

Windows, macOS, Linux1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026Tech specs: Windows 10 or macOS 10.15. FAQ: "It can be used with macOS and Linux, though some system functions may not be supported"

Consoles

Not available

Xbox, PlayStation3Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Play Station 4, 5. Play Station needs a mode switch (FN + Win for 5 seconds)

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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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 Strix Scope II 96 Wireless

Connection	Lighting	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	Off	1,500
2.4 GHz	On	90

Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026SpeedNova battery chart for the Scope II 96 Wireless in RF 2.4G: RGB off 1,500+ hrs and RGB on 90 hrs. Stored as 1500 and 90 hours. The page text adds RGB and OLED off, but the keyboard has no OLED. The same page has a hidden Bluetooth figure that mentions an OLED, so no Bluetooth row is stored.

BCORSAIR Vanguard Pro 96

Not available

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.

1,500h=CalculatedFrom Battery life per mode (claimed)

Not available

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.

1,500h=CalculatedFrom Battery life per mode (claimed)

Not available

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.

90h=CalculatedFrom Battery life per mode (claimed)

Not available

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.

Not available

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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.

Not available

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Charging port

USB-C6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Single USB-C charging port on the left of the top edge.

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

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Quick charge

Charge time30 minUse time35 h1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Chart: 30-min charging from 0% gives 35 hrs with RGB on, in RF 2.4G.

Not available

Use while charging

Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Charge and play simultaneously in wired USB mode.

Not available

Solar charging

Not available

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Battery indicator

Key lighting, Software3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Strix_Scope_II_96_Wireless/Q22452_ROG_STRIX_SCOPE_II_96_WIRELESS_QSG_V2_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Fn + minus lights the number row keys to show the charge, and the keys turn red below 20%. Armoury Crate also shows the percentage (Lester Chan review).11Reviewlesterchan.net/blog/2024/04/29/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless-gaming-keyboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026Armoury Crate Power page shows the battery percentage and Fn + minus lights the keys from ` to 0 as a battery status.

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Build

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Case material

Aluminum alloy top plate with plastic chassis6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Aluminum alloy top plate and a plastic chassis.

Top cover: Aluminium plate. Bottom: Plastic3Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Top Cover: Aluminium plate. Bottom: Plastic

Plate material

Not available

Aluminium15Reviewlttlabs.com/products/keyboards/corsair-vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Construction: Switch Plate Material Aluminum. This is the internal switch plate, not a conversion from the maker's separate top-cover material.

Mount style

Tray7Reviewswitchandclick.com/finally-a-gaming-keyboard-that-sounds-good-asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Review says the keyboard is tray-mounted. This is a reviewer statement, not a maker term.

Not available

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.

Silicone bottom, PCB foam, Switch pads1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Feature page: dampening foam with integrated switch-dampening pads. The position of the layers is from ASUS's Amazon manufacturer text, see that source.14Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0C7KFZ5TLRead 15 October 2026From the manufacturer section: one silicone dampening layer for the bottom housing and another dampening layer on top of the PCBA with integrated switch-dampening pads under each switch.

Case foam, Plate foam3Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Maker Case Foam Silicone and Sound Absorbing Foam PORON are directly stated. PORON position is further established by the matching Tech4Gamers review as beneath the switch plate, so plate_foam is recorded alongside case_foam. No layer count inferred.14Reviewtech4gamers.com/corsair-vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-reviewRead 7 October 2026Refines the previously unlocated PORON foam from other to plate_foam. Review explicitly places Poron sound-absorbing foam beneath the plate and silicone case foam within the body. Maker PORON and Silicone material facts remain in existing manual source. No foam count is invented.

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.

Not available

4.5°, 5.7°11Measurementlttlabs.com/products/keyboards/corsair-vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Ergonomics table: Incline Angles 4.5 degrees / 5.7 degrees. Caption identifies 4.5 degrees with the adjustable leg in, so feet-folded position comes first. These are front-to-back typing angles, not tenting.

Spill resistant

Not available

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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-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Per-key RGB with Aura Sync.

RGB per key3Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026"Individually LED lit and per-key programmable"

LED position

North-facing7Reviewswitchandclick.com/finally-a-gaming-keyboard-that-sounds-good-asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026LED location: north-facing.

North-facing15Reviewlttlabs.com/products/keyboards/corsair-vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Performance Keystroke table explicitly says LED Orientation North-Facing.

Lighting zones

Not available

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

Not available

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Side or underglow lighting

No7Reviewswitchandclick.com/finally-a-gaming-keyboard-that-sounds-good-asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Underglow: No. The ROG spacebar has its own LEDs.

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Lighting sensors

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Lighting sync

AURA Sync1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026

CORSAIR iCUE1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026"iCUE Enabled Product"

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 control1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Multi-function button and multiwheel switch between volume, media playback and lighting modes. Fn + F6 to F9 are also media shortcuts.

Fn layer1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026Tech specs: Media Keys: FN Shortcuts. The rotary dial also controls media

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

01Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Multi-function button and wheel only. No separate playback buttons.

03Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Media controls use Fn shortcuts and the rotary dial. There are no separate playback buttons in the complete control map.

Volume control

Roller1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026The multiwheel is a clickable roller, not a rotary knob.

Knob3Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026FN + F9/F10/F11 and the rotary dial

Knobs

01Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026No knob. The multiwheel is a roller.

11Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 20263Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Product overview identifies one multifunction rotary dial. It is distinct from the five G keys and the Stream Deck launch button.

Programmable knob

Not available

Yes1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026FAQ: dial modes switch with FN+F12 and custom functions can be added in CORSAIR Web Hub

Knob press

Not available

Yes3Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Press dial to save the actuation setting or to start macro recording

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

01Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Page: all keys are programmable. No separate macro keys.

53Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Five G-keys in the manual Stream Deck section, corroborated by the reviewed physical keyboard. Marketing six includes the separate Stream Deck launch key, which is excluded from this field.8Reviewtomsguide.com/gaming/gaming-peripherals/corsair-vanguard-pro-96-reviewRead 30 September 2026Publicly rendered hardware section describes five custom buttons down the left side. A separate Stream Deck launch button is listed by the maker.

Built-in screen

None1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026No display. The 'OLED' wording on the SpeedNova section is left over from another ROG page.6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026The review describes only a multi-function key, a roller and an icon strip.

LCD1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 20261.9 inch 320 x 170 IPS colour screen

Touchpad

Not available

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Fingerprint reader

Not available

Not available

OS mode switch

Not available

Not available

Windows key lock

Yes7Reviewswitchandclick.com/finally-a-gaming-keyboard-that-sounds-good-asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Review: you get Windows lock.11Reviewlesterchan.net/blog/2024/04/29/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless-gaming-keyboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026Hotkey list: Fn + Win is Win lock.

Yes1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026WIN Lock: FN Shortcut. Game Mode also disables the Windows key

Software

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Software

Armoury Crate2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless/specRead 15 October 2026

CORSAIR Web Hub and iCUE3Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Current operating-mode section explicitly documents Hardware, Web Hub and iCUE modes.

Software runs on

Windows2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless/specRead 15 October 2026Armoury Crate, Windows only.

Web1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026

Open firmware

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Onboard memory

Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 20268MB onboard memory. The tech specs table lists 5 onboard profiles, while the manual says "5 (1 On-board, 4 on WEB HUB)", so onboard_profiles is left out

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

61Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Onboard memory saves up to six profiles, including up to five custom schemes.

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Macros

Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 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.

Yes3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Strix_Scope_II_96_Wireless/Q22452_ROG_STRIX_SCOPE_II_96_WIRELESS_QSG_V2_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Fn + Left Alt records a macro without the software and the macro is assigned to a key.

Yes3Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026On-the-fly macro recording with FN + M in hardware

Key remapping

Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026Web Hub: "Program macros, map buttons, personalize lighting"

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

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User firmware updates

Yes6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Armoury Crate is needed to update the keyboard firmware.

Yes5Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-feature-updateRead 30 September 2026Update through the CORSAIR Firmware Update Utility

Ergonomics

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Wrist rest

Detachable1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Detachable, magnetic wrist rest in the box.

Detachable1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026

Wrist rest material

Padded leatherette cover on a plastic body6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026Magnetic, lightly padded wrist rest with a matte leatherette cover. Mezha says the body is plastic.10Reviewmezha.ua/en/reviews/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless-gaming-keyboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026Plastic body with a soft top covered with artificial leather.

Leatherette cover and memory foam cushion1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026

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.

Width377Depth131Height40mm(14.8 × 5.2 × 1.6 in)2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless/specRead 15 October 2026Spec page: 377 x 131 x 40mm. Mapped as width, depth, height. Feet and wrist rest conditions are not stated, so the keyboard alone with feet folded is assumed. Switch and Click lists the same numbers as width 377, length 131 and height 40.

Width388Depth141Height43mm(15.3 × 5.6 × 1.7 in)3Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026388(L) x 141(W) x 43(H) mm, stored as width 388, depth 141, height 43

Dimensions with wrist rest

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Depth214mm11Measurementlttlabs.com/products/keyboards/corsair-vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026Dimensions table: Depth W/ Palm Rest 21.4 cm, exact conversion 214 mm. Only depth is stored. Width and height with the rest are not independently published and are not borrowed from the body dimensions.

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.

1,012g(2.2 lb)2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless/specRead 15 October 2026Spec page: 1012g without cable. Tom's Hardware says 1012g without accessories.

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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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Width417Height67Depth193mm(16.4 × 2.6 × 7.6 in)7Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440403166_f_0Read 30 September 2026p 4 one retail package: 417×193×67 mm. Master carton 432×286×217 mm is excluded.

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

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1,690g(3.7 lb)7Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440403166_f_0Read 30 September 2026p 4 one retail package 1.69 kg. Four-unit master shipper 7.29 kg is excluded.

Certifications

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Platform certifications

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless, Wrist rest, 2-in-1 ROG keycap & switch puller, Wireless receiver, USB extender, ROG-themed spacebar keycap, USB cable, ROG sticker, Quick start guide, Warranty booklet2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless/specRead 15 October 2026Contents list on the spec page.

VANGUARD PRO 96 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, Detachable magnetic cushioned palm rest, Braided USB Type-C cable, Safety leaflet, Warranty card, 2 in 1 keycap & switch puller1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026Package contents on the page are cut off after "2 in 1 keyca". The manual names the item "2 IN 1 KEYCAP & SWITCH PULLER"3Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026

Cables included

AASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless

Type	Count
USB-C to USB-A cable	1

Source2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless/specRead 15 October 2026

BCORSAIR Vanguard Pro 96

Type	Count
Braided USB Type-C cable	1

Source1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026

Spare switches

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Links

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Product page

rog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wirelessRead 15 October 2026

www.corsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-na1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/keyboards/ch-91e911g-na/vanguard-pro-96-hall-effect-gaming-keyboard-ch-91e911g-naRead 30 September 2026

Spec sheet

rog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless/spec2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless/specRead 15 October 2026

boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440403166_f_07Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440403166_f_0Read 30 September 2026Corsair-authored Vanguard Pro 96 product reference sheet, embargo Sept 25, 2025. Mirrored publicly by Boulanger. Identity is the wired Hall effect Pro, not the MLX mechanical or wireless sibling.

Manual

dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Strix_Scope_II_96_Wireless/Q22452_ROG_STRIX_SCOPE_II_96_WIRELESS_QSG_V2_WEB.pdf3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Strix_Scope_II_96_Wireless/Q22452_ROG_STRIX_SCOPE_II_96_WIRELESS_QSG_V2_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026

www.corsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-963Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 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.

1year4Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90mp037a-bkaa01-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless.htmlRead 15 October 20261 year manufacturer's limited warranty on the US store page.

2years3Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/keyboards/vanguard-pro-96Read 7 October 2026"Two years". Local country regulations apply

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