Leobog Hi98 Pro Mechanical Keyboard

The Leobog Hi98 Pro is a full-size mechanical keyboard designed for users who want a traditional layout with added customization and sound control. It suits office workers and typists who use the numpad and function keys regularly, and hobbyists interested in switch swapping without soldering. Its wireless and wired connectivity options provide flexibility for different setups.

Key Features

• 1800 layout combines a compact design with a full 101-key setup, supporting frequent use of the numpad and function keys.
• Hot-swappable PCB allows easy switch replacement without soldering, enabling personalized typing feel.
• RGB backlighting with south-facing LEDs supports key visibility and aesthetic customization.
• NKRO anti-ghosting ensures accurate key registration during fast or simultaneous key presses.

Build Quality

• Aluminum alloy case provides a solid and durable frame with a premium feel.
• Gasket mounting reduces vibrations and noise by adding flexibility between the plate and case, improving typing comfort.
• Five layers of sound-dampening materials minimize metallic ping and echo, resulting in quieter, more consistent key sounds.
• Cherry profile double shot PBT keycaps resist wear and maintain texture, preventing greasy key surfaces over time.

Typing Experience

• Linear Leobog Barbie and Rambo switches offer smooth keypresses with different actuation forces, catering to varied typing preferences.
• Pre-lubed switches reduce friction for a quieter and smoother feel.
• Sound dampening layers and gasket mount combine to create a quieter and more tactile typing environment.

Connectivity

• Supports wired USB Type-C, 2.4 GHz wireless, and Bluetooth connections, allowing use with multiple devices and flexible placement.
• Switching between modes is possible, but battery life and latency details are unknown.

Trade-offs

• At 2.8 kg, the keyboard is relatively heavy, making it less ideal for frequent transport.
• Wireless performance specifics such as latency and battery life are not provided.
• The 1800 layout may have a learning curve for users accustomed to standard full-size or tenkeyless keyboards.