Keychron K10
Score: 100/100
Mikiby AK980 Black
Score: 91/100Rankings
The Keychron K10 is a versatile full-size keyboard offering both wired and Bluetooth connectivity, hot-swappable tactile switches, and extensive RGB lighting. Its aluminum construction, long battery life, and QMK/VIA support on newer models make it a strong choice for cross-platform professionals and light gamers.
The MIKIBY AJAZZ AK980 blends a premium mechanical feel with wireless versatility, offering hot-swap linear switches, a TFT display, and extensive RGB lighting. While battery specs are a bit unclear and there is no warranty, its feature set makes it a strong contender for creators and gamers seeking a wireless 98% keyboard.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
260 hoursbest | 110 hours | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,082 gramsbest | — |
1,000 Hzbest | — | |
— | 0 monthsbest | |
5.2best | 5 |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Lighting(1) | ||
Backlighting | White LED, RGB | RGB |
Power & Battery(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 260 hours | 110 hours |
Layout & Size(1) | ||
Keyboard Layout | ANSI full-size | 98% |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Keycap Material | Double-shot PBT | PBT |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Connection Type | USB-C, Bluetooth | Bluetooth, 2.4GHz, USB-C |
Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.0 |
Switches(1) | ||
Switch Type | Gateron G Pro Brown | Linear |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android | Windows, macOS |
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Professional reviewers commend the K10 for its solid aluminum construction, smooth tactile feel, and extensive macOS compatibility, noting that the addition of QMK/VIA in Version 2 and the Pro model elevates its customizability.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the keyboard's typing sound, ergonomic feel, and seamless multi-device Bluetooth switching, while complaining about the lack of VIA on older units and inconsistent RGB battery life.
Professional reviewers note that the AK980 packs a premium feature set-gasket mounting, PBT keycaps, hot-swappable switches, and an integrated TFT screen-into a mid-range price point, positioning it as a strong contender in the wireless mechanical keyboard market despite the lack of native QMK/VIA support.
Everyday users overwhelmingly appreciate the smooth typing feel, the novelty and usefulness of the TFT display and knob, and the impressive battery endurance, while recurring complaints focus on unclear battery specifications, occasional screen brightness issues, and the absence of thorough documentation.
“Sounds perfect”
“Feels amazing to type on”
“Great for Mac users”
