ROG’s first 75% wireless custom gaming keyboard featuring an exclusive gasket mount design, tri-mode connectivity, OLED display and hot-swappable ROG NX mechanical switches
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has announced ROG Azoth, the first keyboard custom gaming wireless in formato 75% manufactured by ROG, packed with features usually only found on premium do-it-yourself keyboards. ROG Azoth has a built-in 2-inch OLED panel which can show various useful information, from the operating status of the keyboard to the activation of the Caps Lock, from the selected connection mode to the PC / Mac mode indicators.
But that’s not all, as it also allows you to view: battery level and multimedia information, an audio oscilloscope and customized animations, as well as various system parameters, such as CPU temperature. Intuitive adjustments and setting changes can also be made via the convenient three-way control knob and dedicated button.
Esclusivo design gasket mount
Il design premium con 10 silicone gaskets and three layers of shock-absorbing foam give ROG Azoth a feeling of absolute comfort in use and excellent acoustics. A durable 3.5 mm thick silicone pad built into the keyboard absorbs noise, while the PORON foam helps reduce pings and echoes within the keyboard. The silicone foam covered base further eliminates any possible echoes and provides a flat surface to more effectively accommodate the PORON foam.
Switch meccanici ROG NX
The switches employed in the ROG Azoth keyboard are ROG NX mechanical switches and have stems and base housings pre-lubricated to provide a smoother click feel and eliminate spring rebound noise. The force curves have been carefully tuned by ROG and, together with the fast-actuation design, ensure excellent and consistent feel when pressing keys.
Switches are of type hot-swappable to offer further customization options and thus ensure a truly unique and personalized feel. ROG stabilizers are pre-lubricated and specially developed for gaming: Produce less friction, allowing even long keys like the Spacebar, Shift, and Enter key to stay true to the original feel of the switch. The spacebar also boasts extra lubrication and refinements to ensure optimized acoustics and feel.
The key design has been optimized with medium-height keycaps and a shorter stem to reduce bouncing and provide a more comfortable typing experience. ROG Azoth is the ideal keyboard for those who want to approach the world of “do-it-yourself” custom keyboards. Therefore, all the essential elements are already included in the package, including the lubrificante Krytox GPL-205-GD0three additional switches and keycaps, switch extractors, a switch opener, and a lube rack for the switches.
Tri-mode connectivity and other features
ROG Azoth truly offers every connection option imaginable or useful for any gamer. wireless technology ROG SpeedNova offers up to more 2000 hours of stable and uninterrupted gaming with latency reduced to almost zero in mode RF a 2,4 GHz (with RGB and OLED off). The mode Bluetooth instead, it allows ROG Azoth to connect up to three devices simultaneously.
To recharge the Azoth even during the game it will be sufficient to use the USB mode of the cable connection. ROG Azoth also ensures maximum comfort in any usage scenario and integrates two pairs of feet to offer users three different inclination angles, so as to always obtain the most comfortable position for typing. In addition, MacOS mode maps keys for compatible use with MacBooks and Macs.
Prices and availability
ROG Azoth is available now on the ASUS eShop, ASUS Gold Stores, Powered by ASUS Program resellers and other major ASUS Business Partners at a suggested retail price of €299.99 VAT included. And you? What do you think of this ROG Azoth? Let us know with a comment below and always stay tuned to techgameworld.com for other news and reviews from the world of technology (and beyond!).
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