ATK A98 Pro vs MCHOSE UT98: Budget vs Premium 98% Keyboard

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This comparison is for users deciding between a value-focused and a premium-focused 98% mechanical keyboard. Both offer tri-mode connectivity and a compact layout, but they target different budgets and priorities. The decision hinges on whether you prioritize a lower cost or are willing to pay more for advanced features like a silent gasket mount design and hot-swap capability.

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Main differences	Equipped with a 12000 mAh battery Features PBT keycaps Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting	Has Linear switch options Supports hot-swappable switches Comes with a knob Connects via USB-C Features N-key rollover Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style Equipped with a 10000 mAh battery Weighs about 1250 g Sized at 43 x 402 x 147 mm Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting
Score	Scores Performance: 58.3 Build Quality: 44.1 Productivity: 59.4 Customizability: 49.1 Portability: 47.6	Scores Performance: 78.4 Build Quality: 63.4 Productivity: 84.5 Customizability: 69.3 Portability: 66.1
Name	Name ATK A98 Pro	Name MCHOSE UT98
Release year	Release year 2025	Release year 2025
Switch Options	Switch Options -	Switch Options Linear
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 98%	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	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 -
Battery capacity	Battery capacity 12000 mAh	Battery capacity 10000 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 -	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 -	Case Material -
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material PBT	Keycaps Material -
Dimensions	Dimensions -	Dimensions 43 x 402 x 147 mm
Weight	Weight -	Weight 1250g

MCHOSE x Unbox Therapy - UT98 Mechanical Keyboard

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Equipped with a 12000 mAh battery
Features PBT keycaps
Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting

Has Linear switch options
Supports hot-swappable switches
Comes with a knob
Connects via USB-C
Features N-key rollover
Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
Equipped with a 10000 mAh battery
Weighs about 1250 g
Sized at 43 x 402 x 147 mm
Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting

Scores

Performance: 58.3
Build Quality: 44.1
Productivity: 59.4
Customizability: 49.1
Portability: 47.6

Scores

Performance: 78.4
Build Quality: 63.4
Productivity: 84.5
Customizability: 69.3
Portability: 66.1

Name

ATK A98 Pro

Name

MCHOSE UT98

Release year

2025

Release year

2025

Switch Options

Linear

Profile

Normal Profile

Profile

Normal Profile

Hot Swappable

Layout Size

98%

Layout Size

98%

Layout Standard

ANSI

Layout Standard

ANSI

Layout Ergonomics

Normal

Layout Ergonomics

Normal

Knob Support

Display Support

Mac/Win Support

Multi-Media Keys

USB-C

USB passthrough

Connection

Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless

Connection

Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless

Polling Rate

Battery capacity

12000 mAh

Battery capacity

10000 mAh

Hall Effect Support

QMK Support

VIA Support

VIAL Support

N-Key Rollover

Rapid Trigger

Mount Style

Gasket Mount

Screw in Stabilizers

Sound Dampening

Backlight

Rgb

Backlight

Rgb, South-face

Case Colors

Case Material

Keycaps Material

PBT

Keycaps Material

Dimensions

43 x 402 x 147 mm

Weight

1250g

Pros and Trade-offs

Your budget and need for a quiet typing experience are the deciding factors. If minimizing noise for an office or shared space is critical, and you value a premium gasket-mounted feel with hot-swap customization, the MCHOSE UT98 is worth the investment. If you need a capable tri-mode 98% keyboard on a tighter budget and prioritize battery life over acoustic performance, the ATK A98 Pro is a solid value choice.

ATK A98 Pro

+Larger 12,000mAh battery capacity for extended wireless use.
+Typically available at a more affordable price point.
+Includes ATK HUB 3.0 software for customization.
+Vendor description mentions internal sound-dampening components like Poron foam and PET mats.
+Offers a wide selection of switch and keycap options from the vendor.

−Lacks confirmed hot-swap capability, limiting switch customization.
−No specific mention of gasket mount construction or detailed internal foam stack.
−Build and typing feel may be more basic compared to the premium competitor.

MCHOSE UT98

+Gasket mount structure with a five-layer foam stack (Poron, IXPE, PET, Poron, silicone) for a quiet, cushioned typing feel.
+Hot-swappable PCB allows for easy switch replacement and customization.
+Explicitly designed as a silent mechanical keyboard with dedicated silent switch options.
+Includes an aluminum knob for media control and dedicated Mac keycaps.
+Comes with accessories like a keycap puller, spare switches, and a dust cover.

−Commands a higher price than the ATK A98 Pro.
−Heavier at 1250g, which may affect portability.
−Keycaps are non-shine-through, so backlighting shines around but not through the legends.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The MCHOSE UT98 is the more versatile choice, winning in five out of six categories. Its strengths in silent operation, build quality, and customization features make it better suited for office work, programming, gaming, content creation, and modding. The ATK A98 Pro's primary advantage is for travel, due to its larger battery capacity and generally lower price point, making it a more budget-conscious portable option.

GamingMCHOSE UT98

•The MCHOSE UT98 lists N-key rollover, which is beneficial for gaming.
•Its gasket mount and internal foam layers may provide a more stable typing feel during rapid key presses.
•The product description emphasizes its adaptability for gaming.

OfficeMCHOSE UT98

•The MCHOSE UT98 is explicitly marketed as a silent keyboard for offices and shared spaces.
•It includes dedicated Mac keycaps and one-click calculator access for productivity.
•Its silent switch options are designed to minimize noise in quiet environments.

ProgrammingMCHOSE UT98

•The 98% layout on both provides a numpad, but the MCHOSE UT98's hot-swappable PCB allows for easy switch customization.
•Its Cherry profile keycaps and gasket-mounted typing feel may offer greater comfort for long sessions.
•The silent operation is advantageous in collaborative or quiet coding environments.

TravelATK A98 Pro

•The ATK A98 Pro has a larger 12,000mAh battery, which may offer longer wireless use between charges.
•Both are similar in size, but the ATK model is typically available at a lower price, reducing risk if damaged during travel.

ModdingMCHOSE UT98

•The MCHOSE UT98 is confirmed as hot-swappable, allowing easy switch changes.
•Its listing details a gasket mount, polycarbonate flex-cut plate, and a five-layer internal foam configuration (Poron, IXPE, PET, Poron, silicone) for sound tuning.
•It includes a keycap puller and spare switches in the box.

Content CreationMCHOSE UT98

•The MCHOSE UT98 features an aluminum knob for media control, useful for audio/video editing.
•Its silent operation prevents microphone pickup during recording or streaming.
•The MCHOSE HUB software allows for macro creation and key remapping.

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Compare ATK A98 Pro vs MCHOSE UT98 Differences Side by Side

Pros and Trade-offs

ATK A98 Pro

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Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which keyboard is quieter, the ATK A98 Pro or MCHOSE UT98?

Can I change the switches on the ATK A98 Pro?

What is the battery life difference between these keyboards?

Does the MCHOSE UT98 work with Mac computers?

What is a gasket mount and which keyboard has it?

Which keyboard is better for typing comfort?

Do both keyboards have RGB lighting?

What accessories come with the MCHOSE UT98?

Is there software to customize these keyboards?

Which keyboard is more portable?

What switch options are available for these keyboards?

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