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Ajazz Douyu DKW500 Mechanical Keyboard

Ajazz Douyu DKW500 Mechanical Keyboard

The Ajazz Douyu DKW500 is a 75% mechanical keyboard designed for users who want a compact layout with versatile connectivity and sound-dampening features. It suits typists and hobbyists who value quiet, solid typing feedback and the ability to customize keys and switches without soldering. Its multiple wireless modes and volume control knob also make it practical for mixed-use environments.</p... Read more
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4.3 (32)
  • Released in 2022
  • Has Linear switch options
  • Built with the ANSI layout standard
  • Equipped with a 5000 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 900 g
  • Sized at 40 x 135 x 326 mm
  • Made with a Plastic case
  • Features PBT keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting
  • Released in 2024
  • Has Linear, Magnetic switch options
  • Built with the ANSI, ISO, ISO-UK, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-CH, ISO-Nordic, JIS layout standard
  • Utilizes Hall effect sensors
  • Enables rapid trigger functionality
  • Uses a Tray Mount mounting style
  • Weighs about 1743 g
  • Sized at 30 x 127 x 41 mm
  • Made with a Aluminum, Wood, ABS, Resin case
  • Features PBT, ABS, PC keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, North-face, Rgb North-face, White, White North-face RGB lighting
  • Released in 2023
  • Has Tactile, Linear, Clicky switch options
  • Built with the ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-IT, ISO-PT, ISO, ANSI layout standard
  • Weighs about 770 g
  • Sized at 22 x 149 x 329 mm
  • Made with a ABS, Plastic case
  • Features PBT, ABS keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 78.9
  • Build Quality: 64.2
  • Productivity: 85.3
  • Customizability: 71.7
  • Portability: 83.3
Scores
  • Performance: 93.3
  • Build Quality: 90.8
  • Productivity: 96.9
  • Customizability: 99.6
  • Portability: 81.3
Scores
  • Performance: 83.2
  • Build Quality: 86.3
  • Productivity: 97.3
  • Customizability: 99.4
  • Portability: 79.2
Name
Ajazz Douyu DKW500
Name
Keychron K2 HE
Name
Keychron V1 Max
Release year
2022
Release year
2024
Release year
2023
Switch Options
Linear
Switch Options
Linear, Magnetic
Switch Options
Tactile, Linear, Clicky
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
75%
Layout Size
75%
Layout Size
75%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ANSI, ISO, ISO-UK, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-CH, ISO-Nordic, JIS
Layout Standard
ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-IT, ISO-PT, ISO, ANSI
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Display Support
 
Display Support
 
Display Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
USB-C
 
USB-C
 
USB-C
 
USB passthrough
 
USB passthrough
 
USB passthrough
 
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Battery capacity
5000 mAh
Battery capacity
4000 mAh
Battery capacity
4000 mAh
Hall Effect Support
 
Hall Effect Support
 
Hall Effect Support
 
QMK Support
 
QMK Support
 
QMK Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIAL Support
 
VIAL Support
 
VIAL Support
 
N-Key Rollover
 
N-Key Rollover
 
N-Key Rollover
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Mount Style
Tray Mount
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb
Backlight
 
Rgb, North-face, White
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Plastic
Case Material
Aluminum, Wood, ABS, Resin
Case Material
ABS, Plastic
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
PBT, ABS, PC
Keycaps Material
PBT, ABS
Dimensions
40 x 135 x 326 mm
Dimensions
30 x 127 x 41 mm
Dimensions
22 x 149 x 329 mm
Weight
900g
Weight
1743g
Weight
770g
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Product Description

The Ajazz Douyu DKW500 is a 75% mechanical keyboard designed for users who want a compact layout with versatile connectivity and sound-dampening features. It suits typists and hobbyists who value quiet, solid typing feedback and the ability to customize keys and switches without soldering. Its multiple wireless modes and volume control knob also make it practical for mixed-use environments.

Key Features

  • Hot-swappable switches allow easy customization or replacement without soldering, supporting both 3-pin and 5-pin switches.
  • Full RGB backlighting with 16.8 million colors offers extensive lighting customization.
  • Rotary knob provides convenient volume adjustment without leaving the keyboard.
  • All keys are programmable, enabling tailored layouts and macros for different workflows or gaming.
  • Triple connectivity modes include wired USB Type-C, Bluetooth 5.0, and 2.4GHz wireless, offering flexibility for desktop or mobile use.

Build Quality and Acoustics

  • Gasket mount design with multiple layers of Poron and EVA foam reduces hollow sounds and improves typing acoustics, resulting in a more solid, quieter typing experience.
  • Keycaps are made from dye-sub PBT, which resists wear and provides a textured, durable surface.
  • The case uses ABS material, which is standard but less premium-feeling compared to metal alternatives.

Typing Experience

  • Equipped with Ajazz’s Douyu linear switches, which have a moderate actuation force, suited for smooth, quiet keystrokes.
  • Sound absorption layers help minimize echo and hollow noise, making it better for office or shared spaces.
  • MDA profile keycaps offer a sculpted shape that some users find comfortable for extended typing.

Compatibility and Software

  • Supports Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android, covering most common platforms.
  • Custom programming requires downloading the Ajazz Douyu DKW500 driver, available for Windows.

Trade-offs

  • The ABS plate material may feel less rigid than metal plates, potentially affecting typing stability for some users.
  • Battery capacity is 5000mAh, but actual wireless runtime is unknown.
  • Software support appears limited to Windows, which may restrict programming options on other operating systems.

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