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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.

Q HE 8K1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Product page and cart list it in the Q HE 8K series.

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.

Q5HW-M1, Q5HW-P12Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboard.jsonRead 14 October 2026Store product data lists two SKUs: Q5HW-M1 (Black) and Q5HW-P1 (White).

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.

4894979052575, 48949790525822Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboard.jsonRead 14 October 2026Barcodes of the same two SKUs from the store product data.

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.

March 20265Press articlepcvenus.com/keychron-q5-he-8k-gaming-keyboard-8000hzRead 14 October 2026Article dated 6 March 2026 reports the launch.

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.

Available6Press articlemechkeys.com/blogs/news/keychron-announces-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboard-with-8k-polling-rateRead 14 October 2026Article dated 6 March 2026: the keyboard is now available through Keychron. The store page shows the Black SKU as backordered on the access date.

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).

$239.991Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026US store regular price $239.99 for the Fully Assembled Knob Black and White. The press launch reports of 6 March 2026 give the same price.5Press articlepcvenus.com/keychron-q5-he-8k-gaming-keyboard-8000hzRead 14 October 2026Article: $239.99.6Press articlemechkeys.com/blogs/news/keychron-announces-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboard-with-8k-polling-rateRead 14 October 2026Article: priced at $239.99, available through Keychron.

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.

US1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026US store page with USD prices.

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.

Black, White2Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboard.jsonRead 14 October 2026Color options Black and White.

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 pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Maker text: a wired magnetic switch custom gaming keyboard.

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

Complete1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Reference is the Fully Assembled Knob type. No barebone option is on the page.

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 pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Specs: layout 96 percent. Stored as the 1800 layout, which the schema defines as the 96 percent 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.

ANSI4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview diagram shows a horizontal Enter key. The maker plate file is for the US layout. The ISO collection tag on the site is a different SKU and is not covered.

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.

US ANSI4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026US layout, ANSI.

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.

1014Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026Counted on the Windows layer diagram: 17 + 19 + 19 + 17 + 17 + 12 = 101, not counting the knob. The top row has Esc, F1 to F12, Del and three shape keys.

Key legends for

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Windows, macOS1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Keycaps include Mac and Windows keycaps.

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.

Yes4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026

Function row

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

Yes4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026

Dedicated arrow keys

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

Yes4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 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.

Compact4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026Dedicated Del, Page Up, Page Down and Home. There is no End key.

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.

Row-staggered4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026Standard row-staggered layout in the diagrams.

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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No1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Standard height. The maker describes the OSA profile as similar in height to OEM.

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

TMR1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Maker: powered by TMR technology with contactless sensing. The switch family is called magnetic.

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.

Linear3Maker product pagekeychron.com/cdn/shop/files/Q-HE-8K-Keychron-Ultra-Fast-Lime-Magnetic-Switch.pngRead 14 October 2026Switch card on the product page: switch type linear.

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.

Keychron1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 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

Keychron Ultra-fast Lime Magnetic Switch1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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.

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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.

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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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55gf3Maker product pagekeychron.com/cdn/shop/files/Q-HE-8K-Keychron-Ultra-Fast-Lime-Magnetic-Switch.pngRead 14 October 2026Switch card: 55 g end force. The card also lists a 30 g start force, which is not an actuation force and is not stored.

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.

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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.

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Rated keystrokes

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100million3Maker product pagekeychron.com/cdn/shop/files/Q-HE-8K-Keychron-Ultra-Fast-Lime-Magnetic-Switch.pngRead 14 October 2026Switch card: 100 million clicks lifespan. The Lime switch page also says up to 100 million clicks.

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.

Yes3Maker product pagekeychron.com/cdn/shop/files/Q-HE-8K-Keychron-Ultra-Fast-Lime-Magnetic-Switch.pngRead 14 October 2026Switch card: pre-lubed from factory.

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 pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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

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Min0.1Max3.35mm1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Adjustable actuation points 0.1 to 3.35 mm.

Actuation stepiSmallest documented increment between selectable actuation settings.

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0.01mm1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Maker: 0.01 mm sensitivity. Stored as the finest selectable step.

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-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Maker: customize each key with adjusting actuation points.

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 pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 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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0.01mm1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Specs: sensitivity 0.01 mm. Stored as the finest selectable movement. Press and reset distances are set in Keychron Launcher.

Multi-action keys

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Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Dynamic Keystrokes: up to 4 actions per key by press depth.

SOCD handling

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Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Last Key Priority (LKP) and Snap Click. Both are off 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-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Analog Mode gives variable inputs like a game controller. Series table lists Gamepad Analog.

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 pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Magnetic sockets. The page says it supports hot-swapping with Keychron Lime and Gateron Jade magnetic switches.

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.

Keychron Lime and Gateron Jade magnetic switches1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Footnote on the page: supports hot-swapping with Keychron Lime and Gateron Jade magnetic switches.

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.

PCB screw-in1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Specs: screw-in PCB stabilizer.

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.

PBT1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Legend method

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

Doubleshot1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

Keycap profile

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OSA1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Maker names the profile OSA, similar in height to OEM with an SA-like shape.

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.

No1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Maker: south-facing RGB works with premium non-shine-through PBT keycaps.

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.

BKeychron Q5 HE 8K

Connection	Polling rate (Hz)
USB (wired)	125
USB (wired)	250
USB (wired)	500
USB (wired)	1,000
USB (wired)	2,000
USB (wired)	4,000
USB (wired)	8,000

Source1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Specs: 8000 Hz, 4000 Hz and 1000 Hz. The 8K rate is wired only. The lower rates are from the user manual.4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026Toggle switch can be set to 1K, 2K or 8K. Launcher supports 0.125K, 0.25K, 0.5K, 1K, 2K, 2K and 8K. The second 2K is read as the 4K rate listed on the product page. Default is 1K.

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

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Polling rate (Bluetooth)

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

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256kHz1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Maker: up to a 256 kHz single-key scanning rate.

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.

BKeychron Q5 HE 8K

Connection	Rollover
USB (wired)	NKRO

Source1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Specs: N-Key Rollover yes. The keyboard is wired only.

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.

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Adjustable debounce

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Minimum debounce

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Measured

None of 7 known

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

USB (wired)1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Wireless range

Not available

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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.

Yes4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026Type-C cable and a Type-A to Type-C adapter are listed as separate items. The overview shows a Type-C port.

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-C4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview: Type-C port on the side.

Cable plug

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

USB-C4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026In the box: Type-C cable and a Type-A to Type-C adapter. The cable itself ends in Type-C at the host.

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.

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Cable length

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

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USB passthrough

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

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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 pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Specs: macOS, Windows and Linux.

Consoles

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Battery

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Battery type

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

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Battery capacity

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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.

BKeychron Q5 HE 8K

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

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

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

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

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

90h=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-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.

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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.

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Solar charging

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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.

6063 aluminum1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Maker: the entire metal body is crafted from 6063 aluminum.

Plate material

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Aluminium1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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.

Gasket1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Maker: double-gasket design. Gaskets on the plate plus silicone pads between the top and bottom cases.

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, Foam, position not stated, Other1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Maker lists a sound absorbing foam, latex bottom foams and a bottom case acoustic foam. The series table lists EVA foam, EPDM film, bottom case PET film and a silicone bottom pad for the 8K edition. The two lists differ. Stored as case foam, foam for the sound absorbing foam of unstated position and 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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5.3°1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Specs: angle 5.3 degrees. The same table gives a feet height of 1.24 mm while the manual says 2.4 mm. The angle is the same in both.

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

RGB per key1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026South-facing RGB LED with per-key RGB.

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.

South-facing1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 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

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

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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 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 layer4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026Mute, volume, previous, play and next are on the F row with Fn. Shared keys, not separate buttons.

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.

04Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026No separate media buttons in the diagrams. The knob press is excluded.

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.

Knob4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview shows a knob in the top right. On the Windows layer diagram the knob press is labelled Mute. The key description table lists Vol+ and Vol-. The default rotation function is not spelled out. Fn plus knob rotation changes the backlight brightness.

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.

14Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview: knob, number 1.

Programmable knob

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Yes5Press articlepcvenus.com/keychron-q5-he-8k-gaming-keyboard-8000hzRead 14 October 2026Article: a programmable rotary knob.

Knob press

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Yes4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026Backlight setting: Fn + knob (press) turns the backlight on or off.

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.

35Press articlepcvenus.com/keychron-q5-he-8k-gaming-keyboard-8000hzRead 14 October 2026Article: dedicated macro keys above the numpad. The three shape keys (circle, triangle, square) sit above the numpad. The Windows layer diagram labels them F13, F14 and F15. The maker pages do not call them macro keys.

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.

None4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026The overview shows no screen.

Touchpad

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Fingerprint reader

Not available

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OS mode switch

Not available

Switch4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026Win Mac (OS toggle) on the side. Mac/iOS and Windows/Android positions.

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.

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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

Keychron Launcher1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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 pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Keychron Launcher web app in a current Chrome, Opera or Edge browser, with the keyboard connected by cable.

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

Yes4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026Custom configurations are retained after power-off. Profile switching works with the physical toggle without software.

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.

34Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026Three-position switch selects the profiles Default, Gaming and Gamepad.

Macros

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

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Launcher: customize any macro command, shortcut or key combination.

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.

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Key remapping

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

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Launcher: remap keys.

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

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44Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026Four layers: layer 0 and 1 for Mac, layer 2 and 3 for Windows.

User firmware updates

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

Yes4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026Firmware update tab in Keychron Launcher with the keyboard plugged in.

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.

None1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026The Fully Assembled box has no palm rest. A silicone palm rest is sold separately.

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.

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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.

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.

Width408.1Depth144.8Height46.8Front height30.6mm(16.1 × 5.7 × 1.8 × 1.2 in)4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026Specifications page: width 144.8 mm, length 408.1 mm. Back height 46.8 mm and front height 30.6 mm with keycaps installed (31.8 mm and 20.7 mm without keycaps). Whether the feet are folded is not stated.

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.

1,012g(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.

2,301g(5.1 lb)1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 20262301 g plus or minus 10 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

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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.

Fully assembled keyboard with aluminum case, PCB, aluminum plate, sound absorbing foam, latex bottom pad and bottom case acoustic foam, 16 gaskets (12 installed and 4 in the box), 7 sets of stabilizers, PBT double-shot keycaps (Mac and Windows), Magnetic switches, Type-C cable, Type-A to Type-C adapter, Keycap and switch puller, Screwdriver, Hex key4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026Fully Assembled Version page.

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

BKeychron Q5 HE 8K

Type	Count
Type-C cable	1

Source4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 2026Type-C cable. The Type-A to Type-C adapter is not a cable and is only in the box list.

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.keychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboard1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 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

www.keychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboard1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-he-8k-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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

cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdf4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_HE_8K_User_Manul.pdfRead 14 October 202636-page multilingual PDF. It is scanned images, so values were read from the page images. The file name on the maker store is spelled Manul.

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.

1year7Maker product pagekeychron.com/pages/warrantyRead 14 October 2026Unless stated otherwise the warranty period is twelve months. The page lists the Q HE series. The HE 8K edition is not named separately. Global page, the market is not named.

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