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Compare Keychron K10 V2 vs Vgn V98 Pro V3 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for users deciding between a fully-featured, traditional full-size keyboard and a slightly more compact 98% layout. The Keychron K10 V2 offers deep customization and broad compatibility, while the Vgn V98 Pro V3 focuses on a specific layout and a different internal mounting style. The decision hinges on your need for a number pad, programmability, and physical size.

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Keychron K10 QMK Wireless Mechanical Keyboard (ISO Layout) - Version 2
VGN V98 Pro V3 Wireless Gasket Mechanical Keyboard

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  • Released in 2024
  • Has Tactile, Linear, Clicky switch options
  • Available in a 100% layout
  • Built with the ISO, ISO-UK, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-CH, ANSI layout standard
  • Compatible with both Mac and Windows
  • Provides dedicated media keys
  • Supports QMK firmware
  • Supports VIA configuration
  • Features N-key rollover
  • Includes screw-in stabilizers
  • Has built-in sound dampening
  • Uses a Tray Mount mounting style
  • Supports Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate
  • Equipped with a 4000 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 1160 g
  • Sized at 39 x 440 x 129 mm
  • Made with a ABS, Aluminum, Plastic case
  • Features PC, PBT keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, White, North-face, Rgb North-face, White North-face, South-face, Rgb South-face, White South-face RGB lighting
  • Released in 2025
  • 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
  • Features PBT keycaps
  • Offers No RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 81.3
  • Build Quality: 87.1
  • Productivity: 94.6
  • Customizability: 97.2
  • Portability: 53.6
Scores
  • Performance: 48.5
  • Build Quality: 57.8
  • Productivity: 53.6
  • Customizability: 45
  • Portability: 49.3
Name
Keychron K10 V2
Name
Vgn V98 Pro V3
Release year
2024
Release year
2025
Switch Options
Tactile, Linear, Clicky
Switch Options
-
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
100%
Layout Size
98%
Layout Standard
ISO, ISO-UK, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-CH, 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, Wired, Wireless
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
4000 mAh
Battery capacity
-
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
Tray Mount
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, White, North-face, South-face, White South-face
Backlight
 
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
ABS, Aluminum, Plastic
Case Material
-
Keycaps Material
PC, PBT
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
39 x 440 x 129 mm
Dimensions
-
Weight
1160g
Weight
-
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Pros and Trade-offs

For most users, the Keychron K10 V2 is the more capable and future-proof investment, especially if you need a number pad, deep customization, or Mac compatibility. Choose the Vgn V98 Pro V3 if your primary constraint is desk space and you prefer a compact layout with a gasket mount, and you are willing to forgo advanced programmability and lighting.

Keychron K10 V2

  • +Extensive programmability with QMK and VIA firmware support.
  • +Full 100% layout with number pad and multi-media keys.
  • +Includes keycaps and software support for both Mac and Windows.
  • +Hot-swappable PCB supports 3-pin and 5-pin MX switches.
  • +Features multiple sound-dampening foam layers and screw-in stabilizers.
  • −Large and heavy full-size design at 1160g, less portable.
  • −Complex feature set may be overwhelming for users seeking simplicity.
  • −Vendor description indicates some pre-built versions are not hot-swappable and lack sound foam.

Vgn V98 Pro V3

  • +More compact 98% layout saves desk space compared to a full-size board.
  • +Utilizes a gasket mount design, which can offer a different typing feel.
  • +Offers three-mode connectivity: Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, and wired.
  • −Lacks RGB lighting and programmability features like QMK/VIA.
  • −Only available in ANSI layout, with no ISO options mentioned.
  • −Vendor description mentions only 9-key hot-swap customization, suggesting limited modding scope.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Keychron K10 V2 is the more versatile choice, winning in most categories due to its full feature set, programmability, and traditional layout. It is strongly recommended for office work, programming, gaming, and modding. The Vgn V98 Pro V3's primary advantage is its slightly more space-efficient 98% layout, making it a contender for tighter desks or for users who prioritize a compact form factor over extensive customization.

GamingKeychron K10 V2
  • •The Keychron K10 V2 has a specified 1000 Hz polling rate, which the manufacturer states makes latency non-existent for competitive gaming.
  • •It offers N-key rollover for reliable simultaneous key presses.
  • •It includes RGB backlighting with multiple effect settings.
OfficeKeychron K10 V2
  • •The K10 V2's 100% layout includes a dedicated number pad, which is beneficial for data entry.
  • •It includes multi-media keys for quick control.
  • •It offers extensive Mac and Windows compatibility with included keycaps for both operating systems.
ProgrammingKeychron K10 V2
  • •Full programmability via QMK and VIA firmware allows for complex macros and key remapping.
  • •The full-size layout provides dedicated keys without layers for commonly used symbols.
  • •Support for Linux is explicitly mentioned in the Keychron Launcher description.
TravelVgn V98 Pro V3
  • •The V98 Pro V3 uses a more compact 98% layout, saving desk space and potentially making it slightly more portable.
  • •It offers three-mode connectivity (Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, wired).
  • •The Keychron K10 V2 is a full-size keyboard weighing 1160g, which is less portable.
ModdingKeychron K10 V2
  • •The K10 V2 is hot-swappable, supports QMK/VIA for firmware, and uses screw-in stabilizers.
  • •Its vendor page mentions compatibility with a wide range of aftermarket MX-style switches and keycap sets.
  • •It features multiple sound-dampening foam layers (PET, IXPE, EPDM) for acoustic tuning.
Content CreationKeychron K10 V2
  • •The full-size layout with a number pad is useful for timeline scrubbing and numerical inputs in editing software.
  • •Programmable macros via QMK can streamline repetitive editing tasks.
  • •Three adjustable typing angles (3.5°, 7.7°, 11°) and an ergonomic keycap profile can aid comfort during long sessions.

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