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| MCHOSE G98 V2 | Keydous NJ98 | Gateron iG 98 |
71 Overall/ Value 70.7Build Quality 64.5Customizability 69.8Performance 79.8Productivity 85.1Portability 65.1![]() | 69 Overall/ Value 68.8Build Quality 76.8Customizability 84.4Performance 50.8Productivity 83.6Portability 64.9![]() | 66 Overall/ Value 65.7Build Quality 52.6Customizability 74.4Performance 77.7Productivity 73.0Portability 56.2![]() |
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Name MCHOSE G98 V2 | Name Keydous NJ98 | Name Gateron iG 98 |
Release year 2025 | Release year 2023 | Release year 2024 |
Switch Options Clicky, Linear | Switch Options Clicky, Linear | Switch Options Clicky |
Profile Normal Profile | Profile Normal Profile | Profile Normal Profile |
Hot Swappable | Hot Swappable | Hot Swappable |
Layout Size 98% | Layout Size 98% | Layout Size 98% |
Layout Standard ANSI | Layout Standard ANSI | Layout Standard 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 1000 Hz | Polling Rate - | Polling Rate - |
Battery capacity 10000 mAh | Battery capacity 8000 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 Gasket Mount | Mount Style - | 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 | Backlight Rgb, North-face |
Case Colors | Case Colors | Case Colors |
Case Material - | Case Material Steel, Brass, Aluminum | Case Material ABS |
Keycaps Material - | Keycaps Material PBT | Keycaps Material ABS |
Dimensions 55 x 440 x 187 mm | Dimensions 40 x 138 x 403 mm | Dimensions - |
Weight 1600g | Weight 1400g | Weight - |
The MCHOSE G98 V2 is a compact 65% mechanical keyboard designed for users who want a smaller footprint without sacrificing essential keys. It suits typists and hobbyists who value hot-swappable switches for easy customization and prefer a straightforward, functional layout. This board is good if you want a balance between portability and typing efficiency but may be less ideal if you need full-sized keys or dedicated media controls.