Keychron K10 Pro vs Yunzii YZ98: Full-Size vs Compact 98% Layout

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This comparison is for buyers deciding between a traditional full-size keyboard and a modern compact layout. The Keychron K10 Pro offers a complete numpad and deep software customization, while the Yunzii YZ98 provides a space-saving 98% layout with a popular gasket-mounted design. The decision hinges on whether you prioritize a full feature set and programmability or a specific typing feel and desk space efficiency.

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Rating	4.5 stars (13 reviews)	0.0 stars (0 reviews)
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Main differences	Released in 2023 Has Linear, Tactile, Clicky switch options Available in a 100% layout Built with the ISO, ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-SW, ANSI layout standard Provides dedicated media keys Supports QMK firmware Supports VIA configuration Includes screw-in stabilizers Uses a Tray Mount mounting style Supports Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless connectivity Equipped with a 4000 mAh battery Weighs about 1495 g Sized at 31 x 445 x 138 mm Made with a Plastic, ABS, Steel case Features ABS, PBT keycaps Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face, White, White South-face RGB lighting	Released in 2024 Has Linear switch options Available in a 98% layout Built with the ANSI layout standard Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity Equipped with a 4600 mAh battery Weighs about 1050 g Sized at 39 x 390 x 147 mm Features PBT keycaps Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting
Score	Scores Performance: 81.3 Build Quality: 88.6 Productivity: 94.5 Customizability: 97.1 Portability: 53.5	Scores Performance: 59.7 Build Quality: 50.2 Productivity: 82.6 Customizability: 66.9 Portability: 55.6
Name	Name Keychron K10 Pro	Name Yunzii YZ98
Release year	Release year 2023	Release year 2024
Switch Options	Switch Options Linear, Tactile, Clicky	Switch Options Linear
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 100%	Layout Size 98%
Layout Standard	Layout Standard ISO, ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-SW, 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, Wired, Wireless	Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate	Polling Rate 1000 Hz	Polling Rate 1000 Hz
Battery capacity	Battery capacity 4000 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 Tray 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, White, White South-face	Backlight Rgb, South-face
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material Plastic, ABS, Steel	Case Material -
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material ABS, PBT	Keycaps Material PBT
Dimensions	Dimensions 31 x 445 x 138 mm	Dimensions 39 x 390 x 147 mm
Weight	Weight 1495g	Weight 1050g

Keychron K10 Pro QMK/VIA Wireless Mechanical Keyboard ISO Layout Collection

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Released in 2023
Has Linear, Tactile, Clicky switch options
Available in a 100% layout
Built with the ISO, ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-SW, ANSI layout standard
Provides dedicated media keys
Supports QMK firmware
Supports VIA configuration
Includes screw-in stabilizers
Uses a Tray Mount mounting style
Supports Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless connectivity
Equipped with a 4000 mAh battery
Weighs about 1495 g
Sized at 31 x 445 x 138 mm
Made with a Plastic, ABS, Steel case
Features ABS, PBT keycaps
Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face, White, White South-face RGB lighting

Released in 2024
Has Linear switch options
Available in a 98% layout
Built with the ANSI layout standard
Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
Equipped with a 4600 mAh battery
Weighs about 1050 g
Sized at 39 x 390 x 147 mm
Features PBT keycaps
Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting

Scores

Performance: 81.3
Build Quality: 88.6
Productivity: 94.5
Customizability: 97.1
Portability: 53.5

Scores

Performance: 59.7
Build Quality: 50.2
Productivity: 82.6
Customizability: 66.9
Portability: 55.6

Name

Keychron K10 Pro

Name

Yunzii YZ98

Release year

2023

Release year

2024

Switch Options

Linear, Tactile, Clicky

Switch Options

Linear

Profile

Normal Profile

Profile

Normal Profile

Hot Swappable

Layout Size

100%

Layout Size

98%

Layout Standard

ISO, ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-SW, 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, Wired, Wireless

Connection

Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless

Polling Rate

1000 Hz

Polling Rate

1000 Hz

Battery capacity

4000 mAh

Battery capacity

4600 mAh

Hall Effect Support

QMK Support

VIA Support

VIAL Support

N-Key Rollover

Rapid Trigger

Mount Style

Tray Mount

Mount Style

Gasket Mount

Screw in Stabilizers

Sound Dampening

Backlight

Rgb, South-face, White, White South-face

Backlight

Rgb, South-face

Case Colors

Case Material

Plastic, ABS, Steel

Case Material

Keycaps Material

ABS, PBT

Keycaps Material

PBT

Dimensions

31 x 445 x 138 mm

Dimensions

39 x 390 x 147 mm

Weight

1495g

Weight

1050g

Pros and Trade-offs

Your primary need dictates the choice. If you require a full numpad, plan to heavily customize your keymaps and firmware, or need specific ISO language keys, the Keychron K10 Pro is the clear and more capable option. Opt for the Yunzii YZ98 if your priority is a compact, gasket-mounted keyboard with a pleasant stock typing sound and you primarily use a standard ANSI layout. The YZ98 offers good value for a pre-built experience in a smaller form factor.

Keychron K10 Pro

+Extensive programmability with open-source QMK and VIA firmware support.
+Wide compatibility with multiple ISO and ANSI layout standards.
+Includes multiple sound-dampening materials like foam and a silicone pad.
+Features screw-in PCB stabilizers for a more stable typing feel.
+Offers a choice of linear, tactile, and clicky switch types.

−Very heavy at 1495g and large due to its 100% layout.
−The vendor notes a specific non-hot-swappable version lacks foam and silicone.
−Only offers tray/plate/PCB mounting, not the popular gasket mount style.

Yunzii YZ98

+Compact 98% layout saves desk space while retaining a numpad.
+Utilizes a gasket mount structure, which can offer a softer typing feel.
+Includes both 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connectivity.
+Comes with double-shot PBT Cherry profile keycaps.
+Lighter weight of 1050g improves portability.

−Only available with linear switch options according to its specifications.
−Lacks confirmed support for advanced programming firmware like QMK or VIA.
−Vendor description states its custom software only works on Windows.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Keychron K10 Pro is the stronger choice for productivity-focused tasks like office work and programming, thanks to its full layout and superior software. It also leads for gaming and modding due to its switch variety and customization depth. The Yunzii YZ98 wins for travel due to its lighter weight and smaller footprint. For content creation, the choice depends on whether you value dedicated media keys or a specific typing sound profile.

GamingKeychron K10 Pro

•The K10 Pro's 1000 Hz polling rate is explicitly mentioned for competitive gaming.
•Its full-size layout includes a dedicated numpad for macros or keybinds.
•It offers a choice of linear, tactile, and clicky switch types for personal preference.

OfficeKeychron K10 Pro

•The K10 Pro's 100% layout includes a full numpad for data entry.
•It supports multiple ISO language layouts (UK, German, French, etc.) for international users.
•Its vendor description highlights seamless multitasking across up to three devices via Bluetooth.

ProgrammingKeychron K10 Pro

•Full QMK and VIA support allows for deep key remapping and macro programming.
•The full layout provides dedicated keys without layers for symbols and navigation.
•South-facing RGB prevents interference with Cherry-profile keycaps, a popular choice for custom sets.

TravelYunzii YZ98

•The YZ98 is significantly lighter at 1050g compared to the K10 Pro's 1495g.
•Its 98% layout (390mm wide) is more compact than the K10 Pro's full-size 445mm width.
•It includes a 2.4 GHz wireless dongle for a reliable, low-latency connection on the go.

ModdingKeychron K10 Pro

•The K10 Pro has confirmed QMK and VIA firmware support for extensive software customization.
•It features screw-in PCB stabilizers, which are preferred for modding over plate-mounted ones.
•The vendor description details multiple foam layers (sound-absorbing foam, silicone pad) for sound mods.

Content CreationTie

•The K10 Pro's multimedia keys and full layout are advantageous for timeline shortcuts.
•The YZ98's gasket mount and described 'Hi-Fi sound filling' may provide a more pleasing acoustic for recording.
•Both feature south-facing RGB lighting, which is beneficial for shine-through keycaps on camera.

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