Gaming / Keyboards
ASUSGaming keyboard
ROG Azoth
Released February 2023.8Press articleguru3d.com/story/asus-rog-azoth-gaming-keyboardRead 11 October 2026Available from the end of January 2023. Last checked 11 October 2026.
- Form factor
- 75 %
- Switch sensing technology
- Mechanical
- Connections
- USB (wired), 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth
- Max polling rate
- 1,000Hz
94 of 164 fields known.
At a glance
Battery life, lighting off
2,076h
Higher than all other keyboards.
Battery life, lighting on
131h
Higher than 83% of other keyboards.
General
- Series
- Not available
- Model numbers
- M701, 90MP0317-BKAA01, 90MP031A-BKAA01, 90MP031A-BKAA11, 90MP031B-BKAA01, 90MP031B-BKAA11, M701 ROG AZOTH/NXRD/CA/PBT, M701 ROG AZOTH/NXBL/CA/PBT5Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90mp0317-bkaa01-rog-azoth.htmlRead 11 October 2026Part numbers from the ASUS US store: 90MP0317-BKAA01 (NXBN), 90MP031A-BKAA01 (NXSW), 90MP031A-BKAA11 (NXSW/WHT), 90MP031B-BKAA01 (NXSM) and 90MP031B-BKAA11 (NXSM/WHT). NXSW is NX Snow and NXSM is NX Storm. The two pairs of Snow and Storm part numbers show the same specifications and the difference is not stated, so only the WHT part numbers are listed as variants. M701 is the model name on the quick start guide.
- GTIN / EAN
- Not available
- Announced
- 4 January 20238Press articleguru3d.com/story/asus-rog-azoth-gaming-keyboardRead 11 October 2026Published 4 January 2023 from CES 2023.
- Predecessor
- Not available
- Successor
- Not available
- Launch price (US)
- Not available
- Launch price (EU)
- €2998Press articleguru3d.com/story/asus-rog-azoth-gaming-keyboardRead 11 October 2026299 euros RRP. Trusted Reviews also lists an EU RRP of 299 euros.9Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/asus-rog-azothRead 11 October 2026Full specs list EU RRP 299 euros. The review also lists a US RRP of $290 while Reviewed gives $250, so no USD price is stored.
- Markets
- US, EU5Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90mp0317-bkaa01-rog-azoth.htmlRead 11 October 20268Press articleguru3d.com/story/asus-rog-azoth-gaming-keyboardRead 11 October 2026EU from the 299 euro RRP. US from the ASUS US store.
Layout
- Regional layouts
- US4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Top view is labelled US layout.
- Keys in regional layout
- Not available
- Key legends for
- Not available
- Dedicated arrow keys
- Yes4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Top view shows four dedicated arrow keys.
- Navigation keys
- Compact4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Ins, Del, PgUp and PgDn are keys. Fn + PgUp is Home and Fn + PgDn is End.
- Key stagger
- Row-staggered4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Top view shows row-staggered rows.
- Bottom row
- Not available
- Low profile
- Not available
Switches
- Switch sensing technology
- Mechanical3Maker product pagerog.asus.com/uk/content/rog-keyboard-switchRead 11 October 2026
- Switch feel
- Linear, Tactile, Clicky3Maker product pagerog.asus.com/uk/content/rog-keyboard-switchRead 11 October 2026Base lists every option sold: NX Red and Snow linear, NX Brown tactile, NX Blue and Storm clicky.
- Switch maker
- ASUS2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026
- Switch models
- ROG NX Red, ROG NX Blue, ROG NX Brown, ROG NX Snow, ROG NX Storm3Maker product pagerog.asus.com/uk/content/rog-keyboard-switchRead 11 October 2026
- Tactile bump force
- Not available
- Actuation point
- 1.8mm3Maker product pagerog.asus.com/uk/content/rog-keyboard-switchRead 11 October 2026Switch pages: NX Red, Snow and Storm 1.8 mm, NX Brown 2.0 mm, NX Blue 2.3 mm.
- Total travel
- Not available
- Rated keystrokes
- 70million3Maker product pagerog.asus.com/uk/content/rog-keyboard-switchRead 11 October 2026Keypress Lifespan row: the older NX columns share 70 million. The 100 million cell covers the RX and NX V2 columns.
- Factory-lubed switches
- Yes2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026Hot-swappable ROG NX switches: pre-lubed.
- Adjustable actuation
- No9Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/asus-rog-azothRead 11 October 2026Reviewer says the switches have no adjustable actuation points.
- Actuation range
- Not available
- Actuation step
- Not available
- Per-key actuation
- Not available
- Rapid trigger
- Not available
- Minimum rapid trigger movement
- Not available
- Multi-action keys
- Not available
- SOCD handling
- Not available
- Analog input
- Not available
- Hot-swap sockets
- 5-pin9Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/asus-rog-azothRead 11 October 2026Hot-swappable PCB for MX standard 3 or 5 pin mounting.10Reviewthedailystar.net/tech-startup/news/asus-rog-azoth-wonderful-weird-and-worrisome-yet-awesome-3651656Read 11 October 2026PCB compatibility with both 3-pin and 5-pin switches.
- Compatible switches
- 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style mechanical switches9Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/asus-rog-azothRead 11 October 202610Reviewthedailystar.net/tech-startup/news/asus-rog-azoth-wonderful-weird-and-worrisome-yet-awesome-3651656Read 11 October 2026
- Stabilizers
- Not available
Keycaps
- Keycap material
- PBT2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026ROG PBT doubleshot keycaps.
- Legend method
- Doubleshot2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026
- Keycap thickness
- Not available
Performance
- Polling rate per connection
Connection Polling rate (Hz) USB (wired) 1,000 - Max polling rate
- 1,000Hz
- Polling rate (wired)
- 1,000Hz
- Polling rate (2.4 GHz)
- Not available
- Polling rate (Bluetooth)
- Not available
- Scan rate
- Not available
- Input latency (claimed)
- Not available
- Key rollover per connection
Rollover NKRO - Anti-ghosting
- Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026
- Adjustable debounce
- Not available
- Minimum debounce
- Not available
Measured
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- Latency per connection (measured)
- Not available
- Actuation point (measured)
- Not available
- Total travel (measured)
- Not available
- Operating force (measured)
- Not available
- Typing noise (measured)
- Not available
- Battery life (measured)
- Not available
- Weight (measured)
- Not available
Connectivity
- Connections
- USB (wired), 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026
- Wireless technology
- ROG SpeedNova2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026
- Bluetooth
- 5.11Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026
- Bluetooth device slots
- 32Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026Use Bluetooth to connect and switch between three devices at a time.
- Devices it can switch between
- Not available
- Receiver connector
- USB-A11Reviewreviewed.com/gaming/content/asus-rog-azoth-reviewRead 11 October 2026Connectivity: 2.4GHz wireless via included USB-A dongle.
- Receiver storage in keyboard
- Yes4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Rear view lists magnetic dongle storage.
- Receiver shared with other devices
- Yes2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026ROG Omni Receiver connects the keyboard and one compatible mouse with one USB receiver after a firmware update.
- Wireless range
- Not available
- Port on keyboard
- USB-C4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026
- Cable length
- 2m1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026
- USB passthrough
- No1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026
- Works with
- Windows, macOS1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026macOS 10.11 or later and Windows 11.
- Consoles
- Not available
Battery
- Number of batteries
- Not available
- Battery capacity
- Not available
- User-replaceable battery
- Not available
- Battery life per mode (claimed)
Connection Lighting Hours (h) 2.4 GHz Off 2,000 2.4 GHz On 131 Bluetooth Off 2,076 - Longest battery life (claimed)
- 2,076h
- Battery life, lighting off
- 2,076h
- Battery life, lighting on
- 131h
- Battery life, backlight on (claimed)
- Not available
- Battery life, backlight off (claimed)
- Not available
- Charging port
- USB-C4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026
- Full charge time
- Not available
- Quick charge
- Not available
- Use while charging
- Yes2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026Charge and play simultaneously in wired USB mode.
- Solar charging
- Not available
Build
- Case material
- Aluminium top cover, plastic bottom case10Reviewthedailystar.net/tech-startup/news/asus-rog-azoth-wonderful-weird-and-worrisome-yet-awesome-3651656Read 11 October 2026Aluminium upper housing and a plastic lower housing.
- Plate material
- Not available
- Flex cuts in PCB
- Not available
- Sound dampening
- Not available
- Typing angles
- Not available
- Spill resistant
- Not available
- IP rating
- Not available
Lighting
- Backlight
- RGB per key1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026
- LED position
- North-facing10Reviewthedailystar.net/tech-startup/news/asus-rog-azoth-wonderful-weird-and-worrisome-yet-awesome-3651656Read 11 October 2026Review says north-facing Cherry MX interference.
- Lighting zones
- Not available
- Brightness levels
- Not available
- Side or underglow lighting
- Not available
- Lighting sensors
- Not available
Controls
- Media keys
- Multifunction control4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Control knob and function switch button give volume and track control. There are no Fn playback keys.
- Built-in screen
- OLED2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 20262-inch OLED panel.
- Touchpad
- Not available
- Fingerprint reader
- Not available
- OS mode switch
- Key combination4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026Fn + Tab switches Mac or PC mode.
- Windows key lock
- Not available
Software
- Software
- Armoury Crate1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026
- Open firmware
- Not available
- Macros stored onboard
- Yes4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026On-the-fly macro recording with Fn + Left-Alt.
- Key remapping
- Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026Macro Keys: All Keys Programmable.
- Layers
- Not available
Ergonomics
- Wrist rest material
- Not available
- Tenting
- Not available
- Tenting angles
- Not available
Dimensions and weight
Front and side, drawn to scale.
- Dimensions
- Width326Depth136Height40mm(12.8 × 5.4 × 1.6 in)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026Published as 326 x 136 x 40 mm. Read as width, depth and height.
- Dimensions with wrist rest
- Not available
- Keyboard weight
- 1,186g(2.6 lb)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026Published as 1186 g with PBT keycaps and without cable.
- Weight including wrist rest
- Not available
- Box dimensions
- Not available
- Box weight
- Not available
Certifications
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- Platform certifications
- Not available
- Other certifications
- Not available
In the box
- In the box
- 1 x ROG Azoth, 1 x ROG switch opener, 1 x ROG keycap puller, 1 x ROG switch puller, 1 x lube station, 1 x lube brush, 1 x lube, 3 x ROG NX Switch, 8 x Stabilizer mat, 1 x USB dongle, 1 x USB extender, 1 x USB cable, 1 x ROG sticker, 1 x quick start guide, 1 x warranty booklet1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026
- Cables included
Type Count USB Type-C to Type-A braided cable, 2 m 1
Links
- Product page
- rog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-modelRead 11 October 2026
- Spec sheet
- rog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/spec1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/specRead 11 October 2026
- Manual
- dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdf4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Accessory/Keyboard/ROG_Azoth/Q20535_M701_ROG_AZOTH_QSG_WEB.pdfRead 11 October 2026
- EPREL registration number
- Not available
Warranty
- Manufacturer warranty (source market)
- 1year5Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90mp0317-bkaa01-rog-azoth.htmlRead 11 October 2026ASUS US store: 1 year manufacturer's limited warranty.
Compare with
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Variants
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| Model number | Colours | Switch sensing technology | Switch feel | Switch maker | Switch models | Actuation force | Bottom-out force | Tactile bump force | Actuation point | Rated keystrokes | Factory-lubed switches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M701 ROG AZOTH/NXRD/CA/PBT | Gunmetal | Mechanical | Linear | ASUS | ROG NX Red | 45 gf | 55 gf | Not available | 1.8 mm | 70 million | Yes |
| M701 ROG AZOTH/NXBL/CA/PBT | Gunmetal | Mechanical | Clicky | ASUS | ROG NX Blue | 55 gf | Not available | 65 gf | 2.3 mm | 70 million | Yes |
| 90MP0317-BKAA01 | Gunmetal | Mechanical | Tactile | ASUS | ROG NX Brown | 43 gf | Not available | 58 gf | 2 mm | 70 million | Yes |
| 90MP031A-BKAA11 | Moonlight White | Mechanical | Linear | ASUS | ROG NX Snow | 45 gf | 53 gf | Not available | 1.8 mm | 70 million | Yes |
| 90MP031B-BKAA11 | Moonlight White | Mechanical | Clicky | ASUS | ROG NX Storm | 55 gf | Not available | 65 gf | 1.8 mm | 70 million | Yes |
Sources
We read 11 sources for this keyboard. The numbers match the markers in the sheet.
- Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model/spec
- Maker product pagerog.asus.com/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-azoth-model
- Maker product pagerog.asus.com/uk/content/rog-keyboard-switch
- Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90mp0317-bkaa01-rog-azoth.html
- Press articleguru3d.com/story/asus-rog-azoth-gaming-keyboard
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