ASUS ROG Azoth Extreme Wins
Winner
ASUS ROG Azoth Extreme
8.8
Enthusiasts who want the ultimate luxury wireless keyboard with no budget constraints
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Score Comparison
Criteria
ASUS ROG Azoth Extreme
Epomaker HE80
Overall Score
8.8
7.8
Typing Feel
9.0
7.5
Build Quality
9.5
7.0
Features
9.5
8.2
Connectivity
9.0
8.0
Customization
9.0
7.5
Value
5.0
9.5
Pricing & Features
Specification
ASUS ROG Azoth Extreme
Epomaker HE80
Price
$500
$59
Released
01-Jul-24
30-May-25
Making Your Decision
When to Choose ASUS ROG Azoth Extreme
Enthusiasts who want the ultimate luxury wireless keyboard with no budget constraints
The ROG Azoth Extreme is a statement piece — CNC aluminum, carbon fiber, OLED touchscreen, and tri-mode wireless in a beautifully crafted 75% package. The $500 price is justified only for those who demand the absolute best build quality.
Strengths
- Premium CNC aluminum case with carbon fiber weight
- Tri-mode wireless with 1KHz polling and ROG SpeedNova
- OLED touchscreen display with customizable widgets
- Gasket mount with silicone dampening for exceptional acoustics
Limitations
- Extremely expensive at $500 — double the nearest competitor
- ROG NX Snow mechanical switches (not Hall Effect/magnetic)
- 1KHz polling rate lags behind 8KHz HE competitors for gaming
When to Choose Epomaker HE80
Budget buyers who want wireless Hall Effect gaming with a rotary knob
The Epomaker HE80 is the best budget wireless Hall Effect keyboard. Getting tri-mode connectivity, 8KHz polling, and Rapid Trigger for under $60 is remarkable value.
Strengths
- Tri-mode wireless (2.4GHz, Bluetooth, wired) at just $59
- 8KHz polling rate with Rapid Trigger and adjustable actuation
- Rotary knob for volume and media control
- Hot-swappable magnetic switches with gasket mount
Limitations
- Plastic case and ABS keycaps at budget tier
- Software ecosystem less polished than major brands
- Battery life shorter than some wireless competitors
