What makes the XVX M98 Lumina’s 96% layout different from a full-size keyboard?

It keeps a dedicated number pad and most familiar full-size keys in a more compact 101-key arrangement. This saves desk space without requiring you to give up the number pad.

Can I use the M98 Lumina wirelessly or with a cable?

Yes. It supports Bluetooth 5.0, 2.4 GHz wireless, and a wired USB Type-C connection, so you can choose the setup that suits your desk or device.

What do the XVX ICE Pro linear switches feel like?

These pre-lubed linear switches move smoothly from press to press without a tactile bump. They’re a good fit if you prefer a consistent keystroke for typing or gaming.

Can I replace the switches without soldering?

Yes. The M98 Lumina has a hot-swappable PCB, so compatible switches can be changed without soldering. This makes it easier to customize the feel of individual keys or refresh the keyboard over time.

How does the gasket mount affect typing?

The gasket-mounted design gives the plate and PCB some flexibility as you type, aiming for a softer, more cushioned feel than a rigidly mounted keyboard. Its flex-cut nylon plate and layered sound-dampening materials also help shape the typing sound.

Is the XVX M98 Lumina loud?

Its sound depends on your switches, keypresses, and surroundings, but the keyboard includes several acoustic layers: PORON foam, an IXPE switch pad, a PET acoustic pad, EPDM case foam, and a silicone bottom pad. These are designed to reduce hollow case noise and refine the overall sound.

Can I customize the RGB lighting?

Yes. The keyboard has per-key RGB backlighting, allowing lighting effects to be customized across individual keys. The LEDs are south-facing, which can also help with visibility alongside compatible keycaps.

How do I change settings or lighting effects?

The M98 Lumina supports a web-based driver on Windows and macOS for keyboard customization. Its basic keyboard functions are compatible with Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Linux, though the listed web-based driver support is for Windows and macOS.

What devices can I connect it to?

It is compatible with Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Linux. You can connect through Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz wireless, or USB Type-C, depending on the device and connection you prefer.

How long does the battery last?

The keyboard has an 8000 mAh battery. Actual runtime varies with factors such as RGB brightness, connection mode, and how often you use the keyboard, so a specific number of hours can’t be determined from capacity alone.

Can I adjust the typing angle?

Yes. The M98 Lumina offers three adjustable typing angles, so you can choose a position that feels more comfortable for your desk setup.

What keycaps and overall size does it use?

It comes with Cherry-profile keycaps and measures 408 × 142 mm, with a front height of 21 mm and a rear height of 36 mm. The combination of a compact footprint and dedicated number pad suits desks where space matters but numeric entry is still important.

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Main differences	Includes a Yes, LED display Weighs about 1140 g Sized at 36 x 408 x 142 mm	Includes a Yes, TFT display Weighs about 1175 g Sized at 43 x 139 x 407 mm Made with a ABS case Features PBT keycaps	Released in 2022 Has Clicky, Linear, Tactile switch options Includes a No display Provides dedicated media keys Offers a USB passthrough port Includes screw-in stabilizers Uses a PCB Mount mounting style Equipped with a 3750 mAh battery Weighs about 1500 g Sized at 38 x 124 x 38 mm Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting
Score	Scores Performance: 61.9 Build Quality: 66.5 Productivity: 76.6 Customizability: 67.5 Portability: 63.6	Scores Performance: 66.1 Build Quality: 68.7 Productivity: 83 Customizability: 73 Portability: 62.9	Scores Performance: 50.6 Build Quality: 54.3 Productivity: 91.4 Customizability: 78.1 Portability: 54.1
Name	Name XVX M98	Name AULA F99 Max	Name Royal Kludge RK96
Release year	Release year 2026	Release year 2026	Release year 2022
Switch Options	Switch Options Linear	Switch Options Linear	Switch Options Clicky, Linear, Tactile
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 96%	Layout Size 96%	Layout Size 96%
Layout Standard	Layout Standard ANSI	Layout Standard ANSI	Layout Standard ANSI
Layout Ergonomics	Layout Ergonomics Normal	Layout Ergonomics Normal	Layout Ergonomics Normal
Knob Support	Knob Support	Knob Support	Knob Support
Display Support	Display Support LED	Display Support TFT	Display Support
Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys
USB-C	USB-C	USB-C	USB-C
USB passthrough	USB passthrough	USB passthrough	USB passthrough
Connection	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	Polling Rate -
Battery capacity	Battery capacity 8000 mAh	Battery capacity 8000 mAh	Battery capacity 3750 mAh
Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support
QMK Support	QMK Support	QMK Support	QMK Support
VIA Support	VIA Support	VIA Support	VIA Support
VIAL Support	VIAL Support	VIAL Support	VIAL Support
N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger
Mount Style	Mount Style Gasket Mount	Mount Style Gasket Mount	Mount Style PCB Mount
Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening
Backlight	Backlight Rgb, South-face	Backlight Rgb, South-face	Backlight Rgb
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material Plastic	Case Material ABS	Case Material Plastic
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material ABS	Keycaps Material PBT	Keycaps Material ABS
Dimensions	Dimensions 36 x 408 x 142 mm	Dimensions 43 x 139 x 407 mm	Dimensions 38 x 124 x 38 mm
Weight	Weight 1140g	Weight 1175g	Weight 1500g

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Product Description

The XVX M98 Lumina is a compact full-function keyboard for people who want a number pad without moving to a conventional full-size layout. It suits desk-based typists and gamers who value wireless options or want to change switches later, but its broad, relatively heavy case is less convenient for frequent travel.

Typing and customization

Its linear switches offer a consistent press without a tactile bump. The gasket mount, a cushioned way of supporting the plate, and several layers of sound-dampening material are intended to soften the typing feel and reduce case noise. They do not guarantee a quiet result, since sound also depends on switches and keycaps. The hot-swap PCB lets you replace compatible switches without soldering.

Connectivity and compatibility

Use a cable, Bluetooth, or 2.4 GHz wireless connection to suit different devices and setups. The large-capacity battery supports wireless use, but runtime is unknown. The keyboard lists compatibility with Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Linux. Its web-based configuration tool is specified for Windows and macOS, so customization support on other systems is unknown.

Trade-offs

The dense layout saves desk space while retaining a number pad, though keys are more tightly grouped than on a full-size board.
The plastic case keeps construction straightforward, but buyers seeking a metal case should look elsewhere.
Per-key RGB lighting is adjustable, but the available configuration details are unknown.

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What makes the XVX M98 Lumina’s 96% layout different from a full-size keyboard?

Can I use the M98 Lumina wirelessly or with a cable?

What do the XVX ICE Pro linear switches feel like?

Can I replace the switches without soldering?

How does the gasket mount affect typing?

Is the XVX M98 Lumina loud?

Can I customize the RGB lighting?

How do I change settings or lighting effects?

What devices can I connect it to?

How long does the battery last?

Can I adjust the typing angle?

What keycaps and overall size does it use?

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