AULA F99 Pro vs L99: Choosing Between a 96% Board and a 98% Board with a Touchscreen

Compare AULA F99 Pro vs L99 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between two AULA keyboards that share triple-mode connectivity, gasket mounting, and 8000mAh batteries but differ dramatically in layout and features. The F99 Pro is a 96% board with a rotary knob and five layers of sound-dampening materials, appealing to users who want full key density and quieter acoustics. The L99 uses a more compact 84-key semi-80% layout, trades the knob for a 3.98-inch IPS touchscreen, and offers an 8000 Hz polling rate for competitive gaming. The decision is hard because both are versatile and well-suited for office and light gaming, but their unique extras point to different priorities.

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Rating	4.7 stars (39 reviews)	0.0 stars (0 reviews)
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Main differences	Released in 2024 Available in a 96% layout Comes with a knob Includes a No display Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity Weighs about 1023 g Sized at 43 x 146 x 390 mm Made with a ABS case Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting	Released in 2025 Available in a 98% layout Includes a Yes, IPS display Features N-key rollover Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless, connectivity Runs at a 8000 Hz polling rate Weighs about 1500 g Sized at 53 x 420 x 180 mm Features PBT keycaps Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting
Score	Scores Performance: 66.2 Build Quality: 63.9 Productivity: 84.1 Customizability: 68.2 Portability: 63.5	Scores Performance: 83.6 Build Quality: 52.4 Productivity: 76.8 Customizability: 68.1 Portability: 63.4
Name	Name AULA F99 Pro	Name AULA L99
Release year	Release year 2024	Release year 2025
Switch Options	Switch Options Linear	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	Display Support IPS
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 8000 Hz
Battery capacity	Battery capacity 8000 mAh	Battery capacity 8000 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, South-face	Backlight Rgb
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material ABS	Case Material -
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material -	Keycaps Material PBT
Dimensions	Dimensions 43 x 146 x 390 mm	Dimensions 53 x 420 x 180 mm
Weight	Weight 1023g	Weight 1500g

AULA L99 Tri-mode Mechanical Keyboard with 3.98" Smart Touchscreen

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4.7 stars (39 reviews)

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Released in 2024
Available in a 96% layout
Comes with a knob
Includes a No display
Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
Weighs about 1023 g
Sized at 43 x 146 x 390 mm
Made with a ABS case
Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting

Released in 2025
Available in a 98% layout
Includes a Yes, IPS display
Features N-key rollover
Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless, connectivity
Runs at a 8000 Hz polling rate
Weighs about 1500 g
Sized at 53 x 420 x 180 mm
Features PBT keycaps
Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting

Scores

Performance: 66.2
Build Quality: 63.9
Productivity: 84.1
Customizability: 68.2
Portability: 63.5

Scores

Performance: 83.6
Build Quality: 52.4
Productivity: 76.8
Customizability: 68.1
Portability: 63.4

Name

AULA F99 Pro

Name

AULA L99

Release year

2024

Release year

2025

Switch Options

Linear

Switch Options

Linear

Profile

Normal Profile

Profile

Normal Profile

Hot Swappable

Layout Size

96%

Layout Size

98%

Layout Standard

ANSI

Layout Standard

ANSI

Layout Ergonomics

Normal

Layout Ergonomics

Normal

Knob Support

Display Support

IPS

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

8000 Hz

Battery capacity

8000 mAh

Battery capacity

8000 mAh

Hall Effect Support

QMK Support

VIA Support

VIAL Support

N-Key Rollover

Rapid Trigger

Mount Style

Gasket Mount

Mount Style

Gasket Mount

Screw in Stabilizers

Sound Dampening

Backlight

Rgb, South-face

Backlight

Rgb

Case Colors

Case Material

ABS

Case Material

Keycaps Material

PBT

Dimensions

43 x 146 x 390 mm

Dimensions

53 x 420 x 180 mm

Weight

1023g

Weight

1500g

Pros and Trade-offs

If you prioritize a full key set with a knob and quieter acoustics, the AULA F99 Pro is the better choice for office and programming work. If you want a high polling rate for gaming and the flexibility of a built-in touchscreen, the AULA L99 brings unique features to the table. Both keyboards share solid battery life and gasket mounting, so your final decision should hinge on whether the L99's screen and faster polling outweigh the F99 Pro's layout and knob.

AULA F99 Pro

+96% layout includes a dedicated rotary knob and dedicated navigation keys.
+Five layers of sound-dampening materials (sandwich foam, IXPE pad, PET film, bottom foam, silicone pad).
+Flex-cut 1.2mm PCB and PC plate for a softer typing feel.
+Lighter 1023g weight makes it easier to move around.
+Includes a keycap puller in the box.

−ABS case material may feel less premium than metal alternatives.
−No built-in screen for profiles or media feedback.
−Only supports Windows driver for customization.

AULA L99

+Built-in 3.98-inch IPS touchscreen (320x480) can simulate mouse movement, display animations, and switch profiles.
+8000 Hz polling rate for reduced latency in competitive gaming.
+Compact 84-key semi-80% layout saves desk space.
+Keycaps are made from PBT, which resists shine over time.

−Heavier 1500g weight reduces portability.
−Fewer keys (84 vs. 100) mean more layers needed for functions.
−No included keycap puller or knob.
−No reviews available at time of writing.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The AULA L99 wins for gaming thanks to its 8000 Hz polling rate and touchscreen shortcuts, while the F99 Pro takes office and programming due to its larger 96% layout and knob. Travel favors the L99 because the smaller 84-key design and built-in screen lighten the load. For modding and content creation, the two boards tie: both have hot-swappable PCBs and gasket mounts, and each brings unique extras (knob vs. screen) that serve different creative workflows.

GamingAULA L99

•The L99 has an 8000 Hz polling rate, which can reduce input latency.
•The touchscreen can simulate mouse movement and switch profiles without leaving the keyboard.

OfficeAULA F99 Pro

•The F99 Pro has a 96% layout with more keys, reducing reliance on layers for navigation.
•It includes a dedicated rotary knob for volume control.
•Five layers of sound-dampening materials produce quieter typing.

ProgrammingAULA F99 Pro

•The 96% layout with 100 keys provides a full row of function keys and dedicated arrows.
•The included knob can be mapped to code navigation or volume via AULA driver.

TravelAULA L99

•The L99's 84-key semi-80% layout is physically smaller than the F99 Pro's 96% board.
•The built-in touchscreen reduces the need for external peripherals like a mouse.

ModdingTie

•Both boards feature hot-swappable PCBs and gasket mount structures.
•The F99 Pro has a flex-cut 1.2mm PCB and PC plate, while the L99 uses a slotted 1.2mm PCB and PC plate.

Content CreationTie

•The F99 Pro's 96% layout offers more keys for shortcuts in editing software.
•The L99's touchscreen can display GIF images and serve as a calculator or dynamic keypad.

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