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DAREU A98 Master Mechanical Keyboard

Dareu A98 Master Mechanical Keyboard

The Dareu A98 Master is a 97-key mechanical keyboard suited for users who want customizable typing softness and versatile connectivity. It fits well for those who value adjustable keystroke feel, quiet acoustics, and multiple wireless and wired connection options. Its hot-swappable sockets also appeal to hobbyists who like to try different switches without soldering.</p... Read more
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  • Has Linear switch options
  • Available in a 98% layout
  • Built with the ANSI layout standard
  • Weighs about 980 g
  • Sized at 31 x 151 x 393 mm
  • Made with a PBT case
  • Has Linear, Tactile, Clicky switch options
  • Built with the ISO, ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-Nordic, ANSI layout standard
  • Supports Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Weighs about 2160 g
  • Sized at 20 x 137 x 446 mm
  • Features ABS, PBT keycaps
  • Released in 2025
  • Has Clicky, Silent, Linear switch options
  • Built with the ANSI, ISO, ISO-UK layout standard
  • Includes a Yes, LCD display
  • Uses a Plate Mount mounting style
  • Equipped with a 8000 mAh battery
  • Sized at 34 x 438 x 140 mm
  • Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 50.1
  • Build Quality: 59.7
  • Productivity: 69.3
  • Customizability: 61.9
  • Portability: 49.2
Scores
  • Performance: 82.4
  • Build Quality: 88.3
  • Productivity: 97.4
  • Customizability: 97.6
  • Portability: 56
Scores
  • Performance: 81.9
  • Build Quality: 92
  • Productivity: 96.8
  • Customizability: 99.4
  • Portability: 64.7
Name
Dareu A98 Master
Name
Keychron Q6 Pro
Name
Chilkey ND104
Release year
2023
Release year
2023
Release year
2025
Switch Options
Linear
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Switch Options
Clicky, Silent, Linear
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
98%
Layout Size
100%
Layout Size
100%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ISO, ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-Nordic, ANSI
Layout Standard
ANSI, ISO, ISO-UK
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Display Support
 
Display Support
 
Display Support
 
LCD
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
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Connection
Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Battery capacity
4000 mAh
Battery capacity
4000 mAh
Battery capacity
8000 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
Gasket Mount
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Mount Style
Plate Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face
Backlight
 
Rgb
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
PBT
Case Material
Aluminum
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
ABS, PBT
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
31 x 151 x 393 mm
Dimensions
20 x 137 x 446 mm
Dimensions
34 x 438 x 140 mm
Weight
980g
Weight
2160g
Weight
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Product Description

The Dareu A98 Master is a 97-key mechanical keyboard suited for users who want customizable typing softness and versatile connectivity. It fits well for those who value adjustable keystroke feel, quiet acoustics, and multiple wireless and wired connection options. Its hot-swappable sockets also appeal to hobbyists who like to try different switches without soldering.

Key Features

  • Adjustable Gasket System allows users to change the keyboard’s mounting softness, tailoring keystroke resistance to personal preference.
  • Full-key hot-swappable sockets enable easy switch replacement or customization without tools.
  • South-facing RGB LEDs provide 14 lighting effects with adjustable brightness, enhancing visibility and aesthetics.
  • Three connection modes: Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless, and wired USB, offering flexibility for different devices and use cases.

Typing Experience

  • Six-layered sound and shock absorption with internal foam reduces noise and vibration, resulting in quieter, softer key presses.
  • Single-key slotted PCB adds elasticity to keystrokes, improving comfort and reducing finger fatigue.
  • Includes custom linear switches with varying actuation forces, providing options for different typing preferences.
  • OEM profile PBT keycaps offer durability and a firm grip, resisting wear and oil buildup over time.

Build Quality

  • Gasket-mounted design with adjustable hardness is uncommon and allows fine-tuning of typing feel.
  • Keyboard cavity filled with foam to minimize resonance and improve acoustic quality.
  • Third-generation satellite stabilizers reduce key wobble on larger keys for a more stable typing experience.

Connectivity

  • Supports multi-device Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless, and wired USB connections, allowing seamless switching between devices.
  • Wireless modes offer convenience but battery life specifics are unknown.

Trade-offs

  • Adjusting the gasket requires manual rotation of a key, which may not be as quick or intuitive as software-based customization.
  • Battery capacity is 4000mAh but actual runtime is not specified, so wireless endurance is unclear.
  • Layout is fixed at 97 keys, which may not suit users needing a full-size or compact 60% layout.

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