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MCHOSE G98 vs Redragon NUBULA K769 HE

Get the MCHOSE G98 for its 98% layout, wireless connectivity and 8000mAh battery, or choose the Redragon NUBULA K769 HE for magnetic Hall Effect switches, 8000Hz polling and an aluminum case.

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Quick verdict

Which one should you get?

Get the

MCHOSE G98

Hot-swappable

Build quality in the bottom 45% of 98% boards under $150.

If you want

  • 98% layout with 2.4 GHz and wireless connectivity.
  • 8000mAh battery for wireless use.
  • Hot-swappable switches.

Get the

Redragon NUBULA K769 HE

Hall effect

If you want

  • Magnetic Hall Effect switches with Rapid Trigger and an 8000Hz polling rate.
  • Aluminum case and aluminum plate.
  • Compact 68-key layout.

Rules this board out

  • Magnetic switches only. Standard MX switches will not fit.

Bottom line

Choose the MCHOSE G98 for its 98% layout, wireless connectivity, 8000mAh battery and hot-swappable switches. Choose the Redragon NUBULA K769 HE for its magnetic Hall Effect switches, 8000Hz polling and aluminum case, but only if magnetic-only switch compatibility suits your plans.

What actually differs

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.

MCHOSE G98

Redragon NUBULA K769 HE

  • Hall effect (magnetic)

    No

    Yes

    Adjustable actuation helps in games and not in normal typing

  • Connection

    2.4 GHz, Wired

    Wired

    Wireless for several devices and wired for lower latency

  • Hot-swappable

    Yes

    No

    Switch changes without soldering

  • Switch options

    Linear

    Magnetic

  • Weight

    1,700 g

    1,300 g

    Heavier boards stay planted and lighter ones travel

KeebFinder scores

How we score
  • MCHOSE G98
  • Redragon NUBULA K769 HE
Performance
75
95
Build quality
61
66
Productivity
77
50
Customizability
62
45
Portability
67
42

What they share

  • Rapid trigger
  • Mount style: Gasket Mount
  • Sound dampening
  • Keycaps: PBT
See every spec side by side

Best for

What will you mostly use it for?

The K769 HE is the more gaming-focused option, with magnetic switches, Rapid Trigger and an 8000Hz polling specification. The G98 is the more versatile pick for desk work, travel and buyers who prefer a larger layout, with wireless modes and a listed battery capacity. For switch changes, the G98’s hot-swap feature is useful, while the K769 HE’s magnetic-only sockets limit switch choice. Both have gasket mounts, PBT keycaps, RGB and sound dampening.

For gaming

Pick the Redragon NUBULA K769 HE

  • Magnetic Hall Effect switches support the K769 HE’s Rapid Trigger feature.
  • Its listed polling rate is 8000Hz, and Redragon describes adjustable actuation profiles from 0.1mm to 3.4mm.

Full specs

MCHOSE G98 vs Redragon NUBULA K769 HE specs

Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.

9 of 23 specs differ

MCHOSE G98

Redragon NUBULA K769 HE

Typing & switches

Switch options

Linear
Magnetic

Hall effect (magnetic)

No
Yes

Rapid trigger

Yes
Yes

Hot-swappable

Yes
No

Mount style

Gasket Mount
Gasket Mount

Sound dampening

Yes
Yes

Layout

Layout size

98%
—

Layout standard

ANSI
ANSI

Ergonomics

Standard
Standard

Display

None
None

Connectivity & battery

Connection

2.4 GHz, Wired
Wired

Max polling rate

—
8,000 Hz

Battery

8,000 mAh
Wired only

USB-C

Yes
Yes

Build & materials

Case material

—
Aluminum

Plate material

—
Aluminum

Keycaps

PBT
PBT

Weight

1,700 g
1,300 g

Dimensions

30 x 390 x 140 mm
41 x 317 x 107 mm

Backlight

RGB
RGB

Firmware & software

N-key rollover

No
Yes

Mac & Windows

Yes
No

Extras

Released

2024
2026

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FAQ

MCHOSE G98 vs Redragon NUBULA K769 HE: your questions

The K769 HE is aimed more directly at competitive gaming, with magnetic Hall Effect switches, Rapid Trigger and a listed 8000Hz polling rate. The G98 also has Rapid Trigger, but its listed strengths include wireless connectivity and a larger 98% layout.

Yes. Its listed connectivity includes 2.4 GHz, wireless and wired modes, and it has an 8000mAh battery.

No, its listed connection is wired only. The G98 is the option in this comparison with wireless and 2.4 GHz connectivity.

The MCHOSE G98 is listed as a 98% keyboard, while Redragon describes the K769 HE as a compact 68-key board. Choose the G98 if you want the larger layout, or the K769 HE if you prefer fewer keys.

No. Its compatibility rule specifies magnetic switches only, and standard MX switches will not fit.

Yes, hot-swappable switches are listed for the G98. The K769 HE uses magnetic switches and is not listed as hot-swappable for standard MX switches.

The K769 HE has a listed polling rate of 8000Hz. No polling-rate figure is listed for the G98, so a direct numerical comparison is not available.

The G98 is the more suitable choice if wireless use matters, since it offers 2.4 GHz and wireless connectivity and has an 8000mAh battery. The K769 HE is wired only, though its listed weight is 1300g compared with the G98’s 1700g.

Yes, Rapid Trigger is listed as an extra feature for both keyboards. The K769 HE also uses magnetic Hall Effect switches and has a listed 8000Hz polling rate.

The K769 HE is listed with an aluminum case and aluminum plate, and Redragon describes its base as an aluminum alloy. An aluminum case or plate is not listed for the G98.

Yes, both are listed with RGB and PBT keycaps. The K769 HE also has a listed N-Key Rollover feature.

The G98 is the stronger fit for someone who wants a larger layout, since it is 98% compared with the K769 HE’s 68 keys. Its vendor description also lists support for Windows, macOS and Linux.

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