It looks great, too.
I’m impressed with the overall build quality of the ROG Azoth.
For example, there is a keycap puller and switch puller, which you’d expect.
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you’re able to also add custom images and animations, which is a nice touch.
However, the functionality of the OLED screen is a little frustrating at times.
The scroll wheel accompanying the OLED panel works well but can be a little sensitive.
The Asus ROG Azoth mechanical gaming keyboard has plenty to offer with smooth switches, excellent dampening, and great battery life. The OLED screen is slightly overkill and the software could be easier, but it’s still a top-notch keyboard.
I’ve been using the ROG NX Snow switches, which are Asus' in-house linear switches.
They come pre-lubed, so the typing experience is delightfully smooth.
Obviously, enabling those battery-draining features will reduce your uptime somewhat.
The Asus ROG Azoth mechanical gaming keyboard has plenty to offer with smooth switches, excellent dampening, and great battery life. The OLED screen is slightly overkill and the software could be easier, but it’s still a top-notch keyboard.
I haven’t specifically tested the 2,000-hour claim (which is a staggering 83 days!
), but I haven’t had to charge the Azoth more than once during my testing.
The 2.4GHz USB dongle is tucked away nicely at the rear of the keyboard, magnetically secured in place.
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This is also where the keyboard connectivity switch is found, enabling you to switch as you want.
Should You Buy the Asus ROG Azoth Mechanical Keyboard?
That’s not to say I’m not impressed with the ROG Azoth.
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It’s a great mechanical keyboard.
It has excellent battery life, even with its RGB lighting switched on.
It also looks good; not groundbreaking, but it’s a perfectly suitable mechanical keyboard design.
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