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Compare BASIC BK98 vs Xinmeng X98 Pro V2 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between two similarly priced 98% wireless mechanical keyboards. The choice is difficult because both offer triple-mode connectivity, hot-swappable sockets, and sound-dampening features, but they diverge on core experiential elements. The BASIC BK98 introduces a customizable smart screen and driver software for macros, while the Xinmeng X98 Pro V2 focuses on a specific typing experience with a leaf-spring gasket mount and silent linear switches.

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  • Released in 2023
  • Includes a Yes display
  • Connects via USB-C
  • Includes screw-in stabilizers
  • Weighs about 1083 g
  • Sized at 39 x 133 x 390 mm
  • Released in 2024
  • Has Linear, Silent switch options
  • Includes a No display
  • Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
  • Equipped with a 5000 mAh battery
  • Sized at 20 x 145 x 385 mm
  • Features PBT keycaps
Scores
  • Performance: 49.1
  • Build Quality: 53.4
  • Productivity: 74.3
  • Customizability: 69.9
  • Portability: 49.6
Scores
  • Performance: 48.3
  • Build Quality: 47.2
  • Productivity: 58.9
  • Customizability: 53.1
  • Portability: 48.3
Name
BASIC BK98
Name
Xinmeng X98 Pro V2
Release year
2023
Release year
2024
Switch Options
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Switch Options
Linear, Silent
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
98%
Layout Size
98%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Display Support
 
Display Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
USB-C
 
USB-C
 
USB passthrough
 
USB passthrough
 
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
-
Battery capacity
5000 mAh
Hall Effect Support
 
Hall Effect Support
 
QMK Support
 
QMK Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIAL Support
 
VIAL Support
 
N-Key Rollover
 
N-Key Rollover
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Mount Style
-
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb
Backlight
 
Rgb
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
-
Case Material
-
Keycaps Material
-
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
39 x 133 x 390 mm
Dimensions
20 x 145 x 385 mm
Weight
1083g
Weight
-
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Pros and Trade-offs

Your priority dictates the choice. If you value a unique visual feature, software control for macros, and a solid modding foundation with screw-in stabilizers, the BASIC BK98 is the clear pick. If your main concerns are a quiet, comfortable typing experience with a gasket mount, long battery life, and a slimmer form factor, the Xinmeng X98 Pro V2 is the better option.

BASIC BK98

  • +Features an interactive smart color display customizable with screensavers.
  • +Includes driver software for macro adjustments and RGB control.
  • +Uses screw-in stabilizers, which are preferred for stability and modding.
  • +Has a multi-layered sound-absorbing internal structure with foam.
  • +Offers a three-section kickstand for adjustable typing angles.
  • −Much thicker at 39mm, making it less portable.
  • −Heavier at 1083 grams, which is less ideal for travel.
  • −Battery capacity is not specified in the provided description.

Xinmeng X98 Pro V2

  • +Utilizes a leaf-spring gasket mount design for a potentially softer typing feel.
  • +Comes with silent linear switches, ideal for quiet environments.
  • +Includes a large 5000mAh battery with a specified long runtime.
  • +Features six-layered internal padding including PORON and IXPE foam.
  • +Thinner and likely lighter profile at 20mm height.
  • −Lacks a screen or display for status information.
  • −No mention of dedicated software for macros or advanced customization.
  • −Stabilizer type is not specified, which may be clip-in rather than screw-in.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Xinmeng X98 Pro V2 is the better fit for office environments and travel due to its silent switches, PBT keycaps, slimmer profile, and large battery. The BASIC BK98 wins for programming, modding, and content creation, leveraging its macro software, screw-in stabilizers, and unique interactive display. For general gaming, both keyboards are evenly matched on paper.

GamingTie
  • •Both offer full-key RGB backlighting and three-mode wireless connectivity.
  • •Both list full-key anti-ghosting for conflict-free operation.
  • •Neither vendor description highlights specific low-latency modes for gaming.
OfficeXinmeng X98 Pro V2
  • •The Xinmeng X98 Pro V2 comes with silent linear switches, which are quieter for shared spaces.
  • •It uses OEM-height PBT keycaps, which may offer better durability against shine.
  • •Its 5000mAh battery is specified to last over 12 days with lights off.
ProgrammingBASIC BK98
  • •The BASIC BK98's driver software supports macro adjustments, which can be useful for coding shortcuts.
  • •It includes a three-section kickstand for more typing angle options.
  • •The 96-key layout provides a dedicated numpad while saving space.
TravelXinmeng X98 Pro V2
  • •The Xinmeng X98 Pro V2 is significantly thinner at 20mm compared to the BK98's 39mm.
  • •It has a specified large 5000mAh battery for long use between charges.
  • •Its lighter construction (implied by thinner dimensions) may be easier to carry.
ModdingBASIC BK98
  • •The BASIC BK98 features screw-in stabilizers, which are generally preferred for modding over clip-in.
  • •Its vendor description explicitly mentions a multi-layered sound-absorbing structure with foam, which modders may appreciate as a base.
  • •It includes a customizable screen, adding a unique modding element not present on the X98 Pro V2.
Content CreationBASIC BK98
  • •The BASIC BK98's interactive smart screen can display time, date, and status, useful for timing streams or recordings.
  • •Driver software for RGB adjustment and macro support can streamline creative workflows.
  • •The space-theme design with personalized keycaps may appeal to creators building a themed setup.

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