ASUS ROG Azoth
Score: 87/100
Corsair Vanguard 96
Score: 85/100Rankings
The ASUS ROG Azoth is a premium 75% wireless mechanical keyboard featuring gasket-mounted construction, hot-swappable pre-lubed switches and tri-mode connectivity. Its weight and lack of USB pass-through, plus a compact layout without a numeric keypad, may limit portability and full-size functionality. Ideal for gamers and modders seeking low-latency wireless performance.
The Corsair Vanguard 96 is a wired 96% mechanical keyboard featuring ultra-fast 8,000 Hz polling, hot-swappable MLX switches and an integrated 1.9-inch LCD. Its premium build and extensive macro suite come at the cost of significant weight and the lack of wireless connectivity. Ideal for competitive gamers and streamers who prioritize performance over portability.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 96best | |
2,400 MHzbest | — | |
2,000 hoursbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,186 g | 994 gbest |
1,000 Hz | 8,000 Hzbest | |
2 mbest | 1.8 m | |
326 mmbest | 141 mm | |
40 mm | 43 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
General(1) | ||
Keyboard Layout | 75% TKL | 96% (96 keys) |
Performance(1) | ||
Polling Rate (Hz) | 1000 Hz | 8000 Hz |
Features(1) | ||
Switch Type | ROG NX Snow Linear | MLX Fusion/Plasma/Quantum |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Connection Type | Tri-Mode | Wired USB 3.0/3.1 Type-A |
Cable Length (m) | 2 m | 1.8 m |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (g) | 1186 g | 994 g |
Width (mm) | 326 mm | 141 mm |
Height (mm) | 40 mm | 43 mm |
Depth (mm) | 136 mm | 388 mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Editors and professional reviewers praise the Azoth as a standout compact wireless gaming keyboard, emphasizing its superb build quality, gasket-mounted chassis, pre-lubed ROG NX Snow switches, and the convenience of an OLED display with a dedicated control knob.
Generally positive reception with no reported complaints, indicating consumer satisfaction.
Professional reviewers commend the Vanguard 96 for its ultra-fast 8,000 Hz polling, smooth MLX switches, and the unique integrated LCD that doubles as a Stream Deck. They also praise the extensive macro suite, hot-swap capability, and premium build, while noting software stability issues and the lack of a wireless model as notable drawbacks.
Everyday users generally praise the keyboard's quiet, premium feel, customizable RGB and LCD, and the ergonomic wrist rest. Common frustrations revolve around the steep software learning curve, the keyboard's weight, and the absence of spill-resistance or wireless connectivity.
“Christ Centered Gamer praises the MLX Plasma switches for smooth performance, 8,000 Hz polling utility in Game Mode (switchable for efficiency)”
