--- title: "ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless review" description: "ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless reviewed: a tri-mode 96% gaming keyboard with hot-swap linear switches, specs, owner feedback and who it suits." canonical: https://vettedten.com/tech/mechanical-keyboards/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless/ language: en-GB updated: 2026-11-14 score: 8.8 --- # ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless review > **Our verdict:** The ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless ranks 2nd of the 10 mechanical keyboards we compare, with 8.8 out of 10. No. 2 of 10 in our [mechanical keyboards ranking](https://vettedten.com/tech/mechanical-keyboards/) · Updated November 2026 · [How we rank](https://vettedten.com/how-we-rank/) **8.8 out of 10** A tri-mode 96% gaming keyboard from ASUS that keeps the numpad but trims the body, with hot-swappable linear switches. It suits players and typists who want a numpad on a small desk. Why it's here: - Tri-mode: 2.4GHz, Bluetooth 5.1 or cable - Hot-swappable pre-lubed ROG NX Snow linear switches - Dampening foam and PBT doubleshot keycaps for a solid sound - Numpad kept in a compact 96% footprint Keep in mind: - ROG pricing is high next to Keychron's wireless boards - The Amazon listings mix layouts, so a US version can turn up - Armoury Crate software is bulky [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0C7KFZ5TL) ## Why the ASUS ROG Strix Scope scores 8.8 - How happy owners are: 2nd of 10 - How many rated it: 3rd of 10 - How new it is: 7th of 10 ### Level with the Logitech G413 SE The Logitech G413 SE and the ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless score the same, so either is a safe pick. The Logitech G413 SE goes first because it leaves owners a little happier. ## About the ASUS ROG Strix Scope The Scope II 96 Wireless uses a 96% layout that keeps every function key and the number keys, in a body Guru3D describes as closer in size to an 85% board. It has three ways to connect: 2.4GHz through ROG SpeedNova, Bluetooth for up to three devices, or a USB cable. The cable charges the board while you play. The ROG Omni Receiver dongle can pair several supported ASUS devices, so a compatible mouse can share it. The switches are ROG NX Snow linears, pre-lubed and hot-swappable. Each has a 1.8mm actuation point, 40gf initial force and 53gf total force. Guru3D says the board takes both 3-pin and 5-pin switches. The keycaps are PBT doubleshot, mid-height with a shorter stem. ASUS says the keycap material may vary by region, and some regions get UV-coated ABS. Silicone dampening foam and switch-dampening pads sit inside, and the stabilisers are lubricated. Controls include a multi-function button and a multiwheel for media, volume and lighting. F1 to F5 are preset for Xbox Game Bar, screen capture, recording and mic mute. The board has N-key rollover, on-the-fly macro recording and onboard memory for six profiles, five of them custom. The spacebar has RGB lighting. There are three tilt positions and a detachable wrist rest, which Guru3D says fastens magnetically. Armoury Crate handles key mapping, macros and lighting. ### Key specs - Layout: 96%, with function row and numpad - Switches: ROG NX Snow linear, pre-lubed, hot-swappable - Actuation: 1.8mm point, 40gf initial force, 53gf total force - Keycaps: PBT doubleshot (material may vary by region) - Connectivity: 2.4GHz ROG SpeedNova, Bluetooth (up to 3 devices), wired USB - Battery life: ASUS claims 1,500+ hours on 2.4GHz with RGB and OLED off - Onboard memory: 6 profiles, 5 of them custom - Extras: Detachable wrist rest, 3 tilt positions, multiwheel, dampening foam ## What owners report about the ASUS ROG Strix Scope VettedTen found no written owner reviews or forum threads for this exact model that could be opened, so this page does not report what owners say. ## Who the ASUS ROG Strix Scope suits It suits anyone who wants a numpad but not a full-size footprint, and wants to switch between a PC, a laptop and a cable without extra kit. The hot-swap sockets let you change the linear switches later. The foam and PBT keycaps point to a board built to sound solid, and the preset hotkeys help if you capture clips. Look elsewhere if price matters: ROG costs more than Keychron's wireless boards, and the Keychron K8 Pro or Keychron V6 Max are the closer comparisons. Check the listing for a UK layout, as Amazon mixes versions. If you dislike heavy software, Armoury Crate is bulky. Players who want adjustable actuation should look at the SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Gen 3. ## Questions about the ASUS ROG Strix Scope ### Is the ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless good? Yes, for a compact board that keeps a numpad. It has pre-lubed hot-swap linear switches, PBT keycaps, dampening foam and three connection modes. The downsides are a high price and bulky Armoury Crate software. ### How do I get my ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 keyboard to light up? Use the multiwheel on the board, which ASUS says controls lighting, or set the effects in Armoury Crate. The spacebar also has its own RGB lighting. ### How long does the ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless battery last? ASUS claims 1,500+ hours on 2.4GHz with RGB and OLED off. With lighting on, expect far less. ASUS gives no battery capacity. ### Are the switches on the ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless hot-swappable? Yes. The ROG NX Snow linear switches are pre-lubed and hot-swappable. Guru3D says the board takes both 3-pin and 5-pin switches. ### Can you use the ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless while it charges? Yes. ASUS says the wired USB connection allows charging and play at the same time. ## All 10 mechanical keyboards, compared | No. | Product | Score | Badge | | ---: | --- | ---: | --- | | 1 | [Logitech G413 SE](https://vettedten.com/tech/mechanical-keyboards/logitech-g413-se/) | 8.8 | Best Choice | | 2 | **ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless** (this review) | 8.8 | | | 3 | [Keychron V6 Max](https://vettedten.com/tech/mechanical-keyboards/keychron-v6-max/) | 8.7 | | | 4 | [Keychron K8 Pro](https://vettedten.com/tech/mechanical-keyboards/#keychron-k8-pro) | 8.7 | | | 5 | [Razer Huntsman V3 Pro Tenkeyless](https://vettedten.com/tech/mechanical-keyboards/razer-huntsman-v3-pro-tenkeyless/) | 8.6 | Best Premium | | 6 | [Logitech G915 X LIGHTSPEED TKL](https://vettedten.com/tech/mechanical-keyboards/logitech-g915-x-lightspeed-tkl/) | 8.6 | | | 7 | [SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Gen 3](https://vettedten.com/tech/mechanical-keyboards/#steelseries-apex-pro-mini-gen-3) | 8.6 | | | 8 | [Corsair K70 CORE RGB](https://vettedten.com/tech/mechanical-keyboards/#corsair-k70-core-rgb) | 8.5 | | | 9 | [SteelSeries Apex Pro Gen 3](https://vettedten.com/tech/mechanical-keyboards/#steelseries-apex-pro-gen-3) | 8.5 | | | 10 | [DREVO Calibur V2 PRO](https://vettedten.com/tech/mechanical-keyboards/#drevo-calibur-v2-pro) | 8.5 | | ## How we score it Every score here comes from our ranking model; no editor sets the order. We haven't read the review sites for this guide yet, so for now it is led by owners. It ranks products by how happy owners are, holding back any product few owners have rated until more agree. How many rated it and how new it is only settle close calls, and value for money earns its own badge rather than a higher place. We compared 17 models for this guide before settling on these ten. Brands can't pay to be included or to move up. We last checked these picks in November 2026. [How we rank, in full](https://vettedten.com/how-we-rank/) ### Where these facts come from - [ASUS ROG UK: ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless](https://rog.asus.com/uk/keyboards/keyboards/pbt-keycaps/rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless) - [Laptops Direct: ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless (UK layout)](https://www.laptopsdirect.co.uk/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless-gaming-keyboard-white-tri-mode-connect-90mp037a-bkea30/version.asp) - [Guru3D: ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless review](https://www.guru3D.com/review/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless-review/) --- Canonical page: https://vettedten.com/tech/mechanical-keyboards/asus-rog-strix-scope-ii-96-wireless/ · Every guide: https://vettedten.com/llms.txt · For AI agents: https://vettedten.com/agents.md