Compare Ajazz AK980 vs Yunzii YZ98 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers looking at feature-packed, budget-friendly 98% wireless mechanical keyboards. The decision is difficult because both offer tri-mode connectivity, gasket mounts, and hot-swap sockets, but they diverge on core features. The Ajazz AK980 includes a TFT screen and a much larger battery, while the Yunzii YZ98 emphasizes sound dampening with multiple foam layers and advertises a 1000Hz polling rate for its wireless mode.

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Main differences	Has Linear, Tactile switch options Available in a 96% layout Includes a Yes, TFT display Equipped with a 8000 mAh battery Weighs about 1140 g Sized at 19 x 148 x 417 mm Made with a ABS, Plastic case Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting	Has Linear switch options Available in a 98% layout Includes a No display Features N-key rollover Has built-in sound dampening Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate Equipped with a 4600 mAh battery Weighs about 1050 g Sized at 39 x 390 x 147 mm Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting
Score	Scores Performance: 50.5 Build Quality: 54.9 Productivity: 74.3 Customizability: 73.2 Portability: 64.5	Scores Performance: 59.8 Build Quality: 50.5 Productivity: 82.5 Customizability: 67.2 Portability: 55.5
Name	Name Ajazz AK980	Name Yunzii YZ98
Release year	Release year 2024	Release year 2024
Switch Options	Switch Options Linear, Tactile	Switch Options Linear
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 96%	Layout Size 98%
Layout Standard	Layout Standard ANSI	Layout Standard ANSI
Layout Ergonomics	Layout Ergonomics Normal	Layout Ergonomics Normal
Knob Support	Knob Support	Knob Support
Display Support	Display Support TFT	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	Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless	Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate	Polling Rate -	Polling Rate 1000 Hz
Battery capacity	Battery capacity 8000 mAh	Battery capacity 4600 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	Mount Style Gasket Mount	Mount Style Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening
Backlight	Backlight Rgb	Backlight Rgb, South-face
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material ABS, Plastic	Case Material -
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material PBT	Keycaps Material PBT
Dimensions	Dimensions 19 x 148 x 417 mm	Dimensions 39 x 390 x 147 mm
Weight	Weight 1140g	Weight 1050g

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Pros and Trade-offs

Your priority should guide this choice. If you value a long-lasting battery, a status screen, and detailed construction for modding, the Ajazz AK980 is the more suitable option. If your focus is on gaming performance with a specified high polling rate, a quieter typing experience from extensive foam, and premium keycaps, the Yunzii YZ98 is the better pick. Both represent strong value in the compact wireless keyboard segment.

Ajazz AK980

+Large 8000mAh battery for extended wireless use.
+Features a 1.14-inch TFT color screen for displaying time, battery, and custom GIFs.
+Vendor description details a five-layer gasket structure and a slotted FR4 plate for sound and feel.
+Side-mounted keys for easy switching between connection modes and operating systems.
+Offers a choice of linear or tactile switches from the factory.

−Does not have a specified polling rate in its provided information.
−Lacks the explicit sound-dampening foam layers mentioned for the YZ98.
−Case material is listed as ABS plastic.

Yunzii YZ98

+Product listing specifies a 1000Hz polling rate for the 2.4GHz wireless mode.
+Includes multiple sound-dampening materials: IXPE gasket pads, PORON sandwich foam, and silicone pads.
+Features south-facing RGB LEDs and side lighting with multiple modes.
+Comes with double-shot PBT Cherry profile keycaps for durability.
+Includes N-key rollover (NKRO) for gaming and hotkey use.

−Smaller 4600mAh battery capacity.
−No integrated screen for status information.
−The vendor's specifications list a 5000mAh battery, creating a discrepancy with the core metadata.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Yunzii YZ98 takes a narrow lead for gaming due to its advertised polling rate and NKRO. For office use and travel, the Ajazz AK980's superior battery life and thinner profile are strong advantages. Modders may prefer the AK980 for its detailed construction description, while programmers and content creators will find both layouts equally capable. The choice ultimately hinges on prioritizing battery life and a screen versus gaming-oriented specs and sound quality.

GamingYunzii YZ98

•The Yunzii YZ98's product listing specifies a 1000Hz polling rate for its 2.4GHz wireless mode.
•It features N-key rollover (NKRO) for simultaneous key presses.
•The manufacturer describes its south-facing RGB LEDs as better for illumination in the dark.

OfficeAjazz AK980

•The Ajazz AK980's 8000mAh battery offers significantly longer potential runtime than the YZ98's 4600mAh battery.
•Its side-mounted function keys for switching modes and systems are highlighted as a convenient feature.
•The TFT screen can display time and battery level, providing useful at-a-glance information.

ProgrammingTie

•Both keyboards use a 98% layout with a numpad, which is valuable for data entry.
•Both feature hot-swappable PCBs for switch customization.
•Both offer PBT keycaps for durability, with the YZ98 specifying a double-shot, Cherry profile.

TravelAjazz AK980

•The Ajazz AK980 is slightly thinner at 19mm compared to the Yunzii YZ98's 39mm height.
•Its larger 8000mAh battery reduces the frequency of needed charges.
•The side function keys allow for easy connection switching without flipping the board.

ModdingAjazz AK980

•The Ajazz AK980's vendor description details a specific five-layer gasket structure and an FR4 plate, providing a clear modding foundation.
•It is listed with both linear and tactile switch options from the factory.
•The product listing explicitly mentions all-key hot-swappable sockets.

Content CreationTie

•Both keyboards offer full RGB lighting with multiple effects.
•The compact 98% layout saves desk space for other equipment while retaining a numpad.
•Tri-mode connectivity provides flexibility for connecting to multiple devices.