AULA F99 vs Royal Kludge R65Full-Size vs Compact Choice
Choose the AULA F99 for a full wireless layout with a massive battery, or the Royal Kludge R65 for a compact, highly customizable wired build with premium materials.
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Which one should you get?
Get the
AULA F99
Full-Size
Build quality in the bottom 40% of 96% boards under $100.
- Tri-mode wireless connectivity (Bluetooth, 2.4GHz, wired) for versatile use.
- Large 8000mAh battery capacity for extended wireless operation.
- 96% layout retains numpad and navigation keys in a compact form factor.
- North-facing LEDs. Cherry-profile keycaps can hit the switch housing.
- Compact full-size layout. The numpad is present, the gaps of a full-size board are not.
Get the
Royal Kludge R65
Compact Choice
Build quality in the top 15% of 65% boards under $100.
- Aluminum case construction for a more premium and sturdy feel.
- Full QMK and VIA support for deep, open-source key remapping and macro programming.
- Compact 65% layout saves substantial desk space.
- 65% layout. No function row and no numpad.
Your primary need dictates the choice. If you require a full keyboard layout with wireless freedom and marathon battery life for office or home use, the AULA F99 is the logical pick. Opt for the Royal Kludge R65 if you prioritize a compact, portable desk footprint, a premium aluminum build, and extensive programmability via QMK/VIA for a customized typing experience.
The differences that matter
Skip the 40-row spec sheet. These are the specs that change how each board feels, sounds, and fits your desk.
AULA F99
Royal Kludge R65
Layout size
96%
65%
Rapid trigger
Yes
No
Faster resets help in games and not in normal typing
Case material
ABS, PBT, Plastic
Aluminum
Knob
No
Yes
Weight
1,023 g
580 g
Heavier boards stay planted and lighter ones travel
- AULA F99
- Royal Kludge R65
- Performance
- 5866
- Build quality
- 5684
- Productivity
- 8689
- Customizability
- 6588
- Portability
- 6285
- Connection: Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
- Hot-swappable
- Switch options: Linear
- Mount style: Gasket Mount
- Sound dampening
- Keycaps: PBT
What will you mostly use it for?
The AULA F99 wins for office use and gaming, leveraging its full layout and wireless features. The Royal Kludge R65 is the clear choice for travel and modding due to its compact size, lighter weight, and superior programmability. For programming, it's a tie between the F99's key accessibility and the R65's software flexibility, while content creation slightly favors the F99's numpad.
Pick the AULA F99
- The AULA F99 includes a rapid trigger feature, which is listed in its specifications.
- Its tri-mode connectivity offers low-latency 2.4GHz wireless or wired options.
- The full 96% layout retains dedicated arrow and navigation keys without layers.
AULA F99 vs Royal Kludge R65 specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
11 of 24 specs differ
AULA F99
Royal Kludge R65
Switch options
Rapid trigger
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Sound dampening
Screw-in stabilizers
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Knob
Display
Connection
Battery
USB-C
Case material
Plate material
Keycaps
Weight
Dimensions
Backlight
QMK
VIA
Mac & Windows
Released
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AULA F99 vs Royal Kludge R65: your questions
The AULA F99 is designed for wireless use with Bluetooth, 2.4GHz, and wired connectivity. It includes an 8000mAh battery to support this. The Royal Kludge R65, according to the vendor's specifications for this model, is a wired-only keyboard.
Yes, the Royal Kludge R65 includes a metal volume knob. The vendor description specifies it is an aluminum CNC volume knob for audio control.
Yes, but the method and flexibility differ. The AULA F99 uses a proprietary driver software for remapping. The Royal Kludge R65 supports QMK and VIA, which are open-source, cross-platform tools allowing for more advanced and layer-based key remapping.
The Royal Kludge R65 is more portable. It is a 65% keyboard weighing 580g with dimensions of 41 x 116 x 41 mm. The AULA F99 is a heavier 96% keyboard at 1023g and measures 43 x 147 x 391 mm.
The AULA F99 case is made from ABS plastic. The Royal Kludge R65 features an aluminum case, which is generally more rigid and premium-feeling.
Yes, both the AULA F99 and the Royal Kludge R65 have hot-swappable sockets, allowing you to change switches without soldering.
Both aim for a improved sound profile. The AULA F99 vendor lists five layers of sound-dampening including sandwich foam, IXPE switch pad, and PET film. The Royal Kludge R65 also mentions 5-layer noise dampening in its gasket mount design. The actual sound will depend on the specific switches and keycaps used.
The hardware specifications list Mac/Win support. However, the vendor notes that its customization driver software only supports Windows, limiting software-based remapping on Mac or Linux.
The AULA F99 uses Cherry profile keycaps according to its vendor page. The Royal Kludge R65 uses MDA profile PBT keycaps, as stated in its description.
The Royal Kludge R65 is a capable gaming keyboard with a fast, linear Cream switch and RGB lighting. However, it lacks the dedicated rapid trigger feature listed for the AULA F99 and is wired-only, whereas the F99 offers a low-latency 2.4GHz wireless option.
For the AULA F99, the box includes the keyboard, a 2.4G receiver, a switch puller, two spare switches, and a USB-C cable. The Royal Kludge R65 includes the keyboard, a USB-C to USB-A cable, a combined keycap and switch puller, and a user manual.
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