ASUS ROG Azoth vs ROG Azoth Extreme: Which Keyboard Is Better?

Tested using Methodology v1.4.2

Updated Sep 25, 2025 06:08 PM

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ConnectivityWireless

Size Compact (75%)

Switch Type Mechanical

N-Key Rollover (NKRO) Yes

Output Type No

Hot-Swappable Switches Yes

ConnectivityWireless

Size Compact (75%)

Switch Type Mechanical

N-Key Rollover (NKRO) Yes

Output Type Non-Adjustable

Hot-Swappable Switches Yes

Our Verdict

ASUS ROG Azoth

ASUS ROG Azoth Extreme

The ASUS ROG Azoth and the ASUS ROG Azoth Extreme are comparable keyboards when it comes to overall performance. The Azoth Extreme has marginally higher latency, despite its higher polling rate. In any case, both keyboards are very well-suited for fast-paced gaming, and the latency difference is imperceptible. They both deliver excellent build quality and latency performance in a compact 75% layout. The Extreme variant includes a few extras. While the original Azoth has a metal top cover and plastic bottom chassis, the Azoth Extreme's entire case is now metal. It also includes a small hidden switch that allows you to adjust the gasket mount to choose a softer or firmer typing feel.

Variants

ROG Azoth (Black)
ROG Azoth (Moonlight White)

ROG Azoth Extreme (Black)

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Black

ROG Azoth

Black

ROG Azoth Extreme

Moonlight White

ROG Azoth

Black

ROG Azoth Extreme

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ROG Azoth Extreme

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Black

ROG Azoth Extreme

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Notice: Two or more of the products selected have been tested with different test methodologies, so some of the results below aren't directly comparable. Learn how our test benches and scoring system work, and read more about the latest changes to our keyboards test methodology.

Threshold

0.10

Gaming

8.7

8.8

No major differences between these keyboards for gaming. See full list of tests below.

Full Comparison

Gaming

8.7

8.8

Office

8.2

8.4

Mobile/Tablet

7.2

Programming

8.3

8.4

Entertainment / HTPC

6.6

6.7

Raw Performance

8.7

8.8

Design

Dimensions

Top Picture

Size

Compact (75%)

Height

1.6" (3.9 cm)

1.5" (3.9 cm)

Width

12.8" (32.6 cm)

Depth

5.4" (13.6 cm)

Depth With Wrist Rest

N/A

9.3" (23.5 cm)

Weight

2.54 lbs (1.152 kg)

3.32 lbs (1.504 kg)

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Build Quality

8.5

Build Quality Close Up

Keycap Material

PBT

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Ergonomics

6.0

Side Picture

Curved/Angled

Split Keyboard

Key Alignment

Staggered

Minimum Incline

4°

Medium Incline

8°

Maximum Incline

11°

Home Row Height

30.2 mm (1.2")

31.5 mm (1.2")

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Hardware Customizability

8.7

8.2

Customizability Overview

Replaceable Cherry Stabilizers

Yes

Stabilizer Fixation

Plate-Mounted

Spacebar Stabilizer Size

6.25u

Size Of Right Mod Keys

Hot-Swappable Switches

Yes

Switch Stem Shape

Cherry MX Style

Mechanical Switch Compatibility

5-pin Cherry

5-Pin Cherry

Magnetic Switch Compatibility

No Magnetic Switch Support

North-Facing Cherry MX Interference

Yes

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Backlight Features

Backlighting Picture

Brightness Max

Backlighting

Yes

Brightness Min

RGB

Yes

Per-Key Backlighting

Yes

Effects

Yes

Software Controllable

Yes

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Backlight Clarity

8.0

White Shot

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Cable & Connector

Connectivity

Wireless

Detachable

Yes (Wired Mode and Charge)

Length

6.6 ft (2.0 m)

Connector (Keyboard side)

USB type-C

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Wireless Versatility

Bluetooth

Yes

Bluetooth Multi-Device Pairing

Proprietary Receiver

Yes

Battery Type

Rechargeable

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Macro Keys And Programming

5.5

Dedicated Macro Keys Count

Onboard Macro Programming

Yes

Macro Programming With Software

Yes

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Extra Features

Media Keys

Non-Dedicated

Trackpad / Trackball

Scroll Wheel

Control Knob

Yes

USB Passthrough

Numpad

Windows Key Lock

Yes

Lock Indicator

Caps & Scroll Lock

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In The Box

Bundle Picture

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Typing Experience

Typing Quality

8.5

9.0

Key Spacing

19.0 mm (0.748")

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Typing Noise

8.9

8.4

Typing Sample

Average Loudness

46.0 dBA

48.8 dBA

High Pitch Clicks

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Keystrokes

Key Switch Actuation Graph

Operating Force

46 gf

43 gf

Actuation Force

44 gf

43 gf

Pre-Travel

1.6 mm

1.8 mm

Total Travel

4.1 mm

3.5 mm

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Adjustable Input Granularity

0.0

Input Linearity Graph

Analog Output Graph

Top Deadzone

N/A

Bottom Deadzone

N/A

Detection Ratio

N/A

Minimum Step Depth

N/A

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Switches

Wobble Video

Switch Name

ROG NX Red

ROG NX Snow

Switch Type

Mechanical

Feel

Linear

Output Type

Non-Adjustable

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Performance

Single-Key Latency

9.4

9.2

Single-Key Latency Graph

Best Connection

1.8 ms

2.9 ms

Best Connection Std Dev

±0.3 ms

±0.1 ms

Wired

2.7 ms

2.9 ms

Receiver

1.8 ms

3.3 ms

Bluetooth

8.9 ms

8.1 ms

PCB (Estimated)

0.2 ms

0.9 ms

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Multi-Key Latency

8.9

8.8

Latency Video

Multi-Key Latency Graph

Connection Evaluated

Receiver

Key Press

2.5 ms

3.9 ms

Key Release

10.3 ms

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Data Transmission

8.7

9.6

Multi-Key Raw USB

Connection Evaluated

Receiver

USB Polling Rate

1,000 Hz

8,000 Hz

Effective Update Rate

1,000 Hz

8,000 Hz

N-Key Rollover (NKRO)

Yes

Multiple Keys Per USB Report

Yes

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Chord Split

7.4

7.7

Chord Split Graph

4 Chord Split Delay

6.9 ms

6.2 ms

8 Chord Split Delay

13.3 ms

11.3 ms

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Software and Operating System

Configuration Software

Software Tour

Software Name

Armoury Crate

Software Windows Compatible

Yes

Software macOS Compatible

Yes

Onboard Memory

Yes

Profiles

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Computer Compatibility

Windows

Fully Compatible

macOS

Fully Compatible

Linux (Ubuntu 22)

Fully Compatible

Media Key Compatibility

Windows, MacOS & Linux

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Wireless Mobile Compatibility

Android

Fully Compatible

iOS

Fully Compatible

iPadOS

Fully Compatible

Media Key Compatibility

Android, iPhone & iPad

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Check Price

Black

ROG Azoth

Black

ROG Azoth Extreme

Moonlight White

ROG Azoth

Black

ROG Azoth Extreme

BestBuy.com

Black

ROG Azoth Extreme