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| Keydous NJ98 | Keychron V5 Max | Keychron V6 Max |
81 Overall/ Value 81.4Build Quality 76.7Customizability 85.1Performance 51.1Productivity 83.3Portability 64.6![]() | 98 Overall/ Value 97.6Build Quality 86.5Customizability 99.6Performance 83.3Productivity 97.5Portability 53.1![]() | 96 Overall/ Value 96.3Build Quality 86.6Customizability 99.6Performance 83.4Productivity 97.5Portability 53.2![]() |
0.0 stars (0 reviews) | 4.8 stars (16 reviews) | 4.9 stars (37 reviews) |
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Name Keydous NJ98 | Name Keychron V5 Max | Name Keychron V6 Max |
Release year 2023 | Release year 2023 | Release year 2024 |
Switch Options Clicky, Linear | Switch Options Tactile, Linear, Clicky | Switch Options Tactile, Linear, Clicky |
Profile Normal Profile | Profile Normal Profile | Profile Normal Profile |
Hot Swappable | Hot Swappable | Hot Swappable |
Layout Size 98% | Layout Size 96% | Layout Size 100% |
Layout Standard ANSI | Layout Standard ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-UK, ISO, ANSI | Layout Standard ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-IT, ISO, JIS, ANSI |
Layout Ergonomics Normal | 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 Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless | Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless | Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless |
Polling Rate - | Polling Rate 1000 Hz | Polling Rate 1000 Hz |
Battery capacity 8000 mAh | Battery capacity 4000 mAh | Battery capacity 4000 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 Gasket Mount | Mount Style Gasket Mount |
Screw in Stabilizers | Screw in Stabilizers | Screw in Stabilizers |
Sound Dampening | Sound Dampening | Sound Dampening |
Backlight Rgb | Backlight Rgb, South-face | Backlight Rgb, South-face |
Case Colors | Case Colors | Case Colors |
Case Material Steel, Brass, Aluminum | Case Material ABS, Plastic | Case Material ABS, Plastic |
Keycaps Material PBT | Keycaps Material PBT, ABS | Keycaps Material PBT, ABS |
Dimensions 40 x 138 x 403 mm | Dimensions 22 x 149 x 392 mm | Dimensions 30 x 149 x 448 mm |
Weight 1400g | Weight 925g | Weight 1110g |
The Keydous NJ98 is a fully assembled mechanical keyboard with a 98-key layout, suited for users who want a compact design without sacrificing most dedicated keys. It fits well for office workers or enthusiasts who prefer a near-full-size layout in a smaller footprint. This keyboard is aimed at those who want a ready-to-use option without assembling parts themselves.
Details on case material and mounting style are unknown. The fully assembled nature suggests a factory-built construction, but specific build materials or design choices are not provided.
Switch type and sound profile are not specified, so the typing feel and acoustics depend on the installed switches. No information on customization such as hot-swappable switches or sound dampening is available.
The layout supports common key functions suitable for multiple operating systems, but explicit OS compatibility or firmware customization options are unknown.