Meletrix Zoom98 SE vs Zoom DYNAFull Layout or 8K Polling
Choose the Zoom98 SE for its numpad and gasket mount, or the Zoom DYNA for Hall Effect switches and higher polling rates.
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Which one should you get?
Get the
Meletrix Zoom98 SE
Build quality in the top 5% of 98% boards under $300.
- 98% layout with a numpad.
- Gasket mount and polycarbonate plate.
- Hot-swappable switches, QMK support, and VIA support.
- South-facing LEDs. Shine-through legends stay dark, and some sculpted keycaps can clip the LED.
- No ISO layout. ISO-DE, UK, and other ISO variants are not offered.
- Compact full-size layout. The numpad is present, the gaps of a full-size board are not.
Get the
Meletrix Zoom DYNA
Hall effect
Build quality in the top 15% of 80% boards under $300.
- Hall Effect support and a listed polling rate of up to 8000 Hz.
- Four mounting options described by the vendor.
- Knob support and an OLED screen.
- Magnetic switches only. Standard MX switches will not fit.
- South-facing LEDs. Shine-through legends stay dark, and some sculpted keycaps can clip the LED.
- No numpad.
Choose the Zoom98 SE if you want a numpad, gasket mounting, or QMK support in a larger layout. Pick the Zoom DYNA if Hall Effect switches, higher polling, a knob, or multiple mounting and sound-dampening options matter more. Both are described by their vendors as barebones kits, so plan to source switches and keycaps separately.
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.
Meletrix Zoom98 SE
Meletrix Zoom DYNA
Layout size
98%
80%
Hall effect (magnetic)
No
Yes
Adjustable actuation helps in games and not in normal typing
Battery
4,500 mAh
8,000 mAh
A larger battery means fewer cables during the day
Ergonomics
Split Spacebar
Standard
Max polling rate
1,000 Hz
8,000 Hz
Higher polling helps competitive FPS and does nothing for typing
- Meletrix Zoom98 SE
- Meletrix Zoom DYNA
- Performance
- 7993
- Build quality
- 8580
- Productivity
- 9393
- Customizability
- 9083
- Portability
- 5587
- Connection: Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
- Hot-swappable
- VIA
- Sound dampening
What will you mostly use it for?
The Zoom DYNA takes the gaming and modding picks through Hall Effect support, higher polling, and its range of mounting options. The Zoom98 SE is the more practical choice here for office tasks, programming customization, and buyers who want a numpad. For travel, the Zoom98 SE’s lower listed weight outweighs the DYNA’s shorter width, though both support wireless connections. Content creators may prefer the DYNA’s knob, while those who rely on numpad entry may favor the Zoom98 SE.
Pick the Meletrix Zoom DYNA
- The Zoom DYNA supports Hall Effect switches and has an 8000 Hz polling rate in its metadata.
- The vendor lists 8000 Hz polling over wired and 4000 Hz over 2.4 GHz for the DYNA.
- The Zoom98 SE lists a 1000 Hz polling rate.
Meletrix Zoom98 SE vs Zoom DYNA specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
17 of 26 specs differ
Meletrix Zoom98 SE
Meletrix Zoom DYNA
Switch options
Hall effect (magnetic)
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Sound dampening
Screw-in stabilizers
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Knob
Display
Connection
Max polling rate
Battery
USB-C
Case material
Plate material
Weight
Dimensions
Typing angle
Backlight
QMK
VIA
N-key rollover
Mac & Windows
Released
ISO layouts by store
Which stores sell ISO-DE, UK, and the other regional layouts.
Meletrix Zoom98 SE
No ISO layout at the stores we track.
Meletrix Zoom DYNA
Listed on the product, not split by store: ISO.
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Meletrix Zoom98 SE vs Zoom DYNA: your questions
The Zoom98 SE has a 98% layout and gasket mount, while the Zoom DYNA is an 80% TKL board with Hall Effect support. The DYNA also lists a higher polling rate, while the Zoom98 SE includes QMK support.
The Zoom DYNA is the stronger fit if you prioritize Hall Effect support and polling rate, with up to 8000 Hz listed for wired use by the vendor. The Zoom98 SE lists a 1000 Hz polling rate and may suit gamers who prefer its larger layout.
The Zoom98 SE is listed as a 98% layout, while the Zoom DYNA is an 80% TKL layout. The Zoom98 SE is the choice between these two for buyers who want a near-full-size layout with a numpad.
Yes. Hall Effect is listed among the Zoom DYNA’s extra features, and its switch types include magnetic. The Zoom98 SE’s listed switch types are clicky and linear.
Both list Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, and wired connectivity. The Zoom98 SE vendor description specifies Bluetooth 5.2, while the Zoom DYNA vendor description specifies Bluetooth 5.4.
The Zoom DYNA lists up to 8000 Hz, and its vendor specifies 8000 Hz wired and 4000 Hz over 2.4 GHz. The Zoom98 SE lists 1000 Hz.
Both keyboards list VIA support. The Zoom98 SE also lists QMK support, while QMK is not listed for the Zoom DYNA.
The Zoom DYNA vendor describes four options: top mount, split O-ring, elastic bar silicone, and silica gel particle mount. The Zoom98 SE is listed with a gasket mount.
Both vendor listings describe the keyboards as barebones and say switches and keycaps are not included. The Zoom DYNA listing also says assembly is required and asks buyers to choose a plate, PCB, and dampening foam kit.
The Zoom98 SE is listed at 1000g, and the Zoom DYNA at 2000g. That makes the Zoom98 SE the lighter option by listed weight, although it is wider at 450 mm compared with the DYNA’s 360 mm.
Knob support and an OLED screen are listed for the Zoom DYNA. The Zoom98 SE has a programmable LCD display, but knob support is not listed for it.
The Zoom DYNA has more explicitly described mounting and sound-dampening choices, including Poron foam and a cork sandwich option. The Zoom98 SE still offers hot-swapping, QMK support, and a polycarbonate plate.
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