ASUS ROG Azoth 96 HE Lite Analog Gaming Keyboard Black

The ASUS ROG Azoth 96 HE Lite Analog Gaming Keyboard Black is designed for ultimate performance. Featuring hot-swappable ROG HFX V2 magnetic switches and a next-gen ROG Hall sensor, this keyboard ensures lightning-fast input detection with consistent responsiveness. Its tri-mode connectivity allows seamless switching between wired USB, Bluetooth, or ROG SpeedNova 8K wireless technology, with polling rates up to 8000 Hz for ultra-responsive gaming. The vibrant 1.47-inch full-colour OLED touchscreen and intuitive three-way control knob provide easy access to system info or keyboard settings, while the six-layer dampening design ensures a soft, stable, and satisfying typing experience. With customisable RGB lighting, unique ROG-themed keycaps, and advanced competitive focused features like Zone mode and Speed Tap, this keyboard is built for peak performance.

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ROG Azoth 96 HE Lite Gaming Keyboard

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ROG Azoth 96 HE Lite analogue gaming keyboard with hot-swappable ROG HFX V2 magnetic switches and ROG Hall Sensor; featuring an OLED display, three-way knob, tri-mode connectivity with ROG SpeedNova 8K wireless technology, Zone mode, six-layer dampening and detachable silicone wrist rests.

The ROG Azoth 96 HE Lite is a wireless analogue gaming keyboard that packs pro-level performance into a sleek, compact 96% form. Equipped with hot-swappable ROG HFX V2 magnetic switches and a next-gen ROG Hall sensor, it ensures lightning-fast input detection and consistent responsiveness. Tri-mode connectivity lets you seamlessly switch between up to five devices, with polling rates of up to 8000 Hz. A vibrant OLED touchscreen and intuitive knob put system settings at your fingertips, while a six-layer dampening design ensures every keystroke feels soft, stable, and satisfying. Wrapped in a premium metal top frame and finished with signature ROG keycaps, this board isn’t just built to play—it’s built to flex.

• Hot-swappable ROG HFX V2 magnetic switches: Refined keystrokes with customisable 0.1–3.5mm actuation and 0.01mm-step precise tuning
• ROG Hall sensor: Exceptional precision, accurate input detection, reduces electrical noise and interference, and increases magnetic flux tolerance for superior performance
• Superb connectivity: ROG SpeedNova 8K wireless technology, wired USB, and Bluetooth® connectivity support up to five devices simultaneously; wired and wireless modes offer up to 8K polling rate
• Full-colour OLED touchscreen: Three-way knob allows instant switching between and adjustment of system info and customisable keyboard settings
• Gasket mount and six-layer dampening design: Cushioned typing feel ensured with four PORON® layers, an IXPE pad, and a silicone pad to absorb vibrations and switch pinging noises; gasket softness can be adjusted by swapping out underlying dampening foam
• Refined design: Metal top cover offers a premium look
• Unique ROG-themed keycaps: Additional translucent keycaps with ROG markings provide unique customisation options

Compact 96% Form Factor

The layout of the ROG Azoth 96 HE Lite offers a balanced blend of efficiency and functionality. Measuring only a centimetre wider than a standard TKL (tenkeyless) keyboard, it offers a full numpad and functions such as Print Screen, Screen Lock, Home, and End, making it suitable for both work and play.

OLED Display & Three-Way Control Knob

The 1.47-inch full-colour OLED touchscreen shows real-time keyboard status at a glance, including indicators for Caps Lock, connection mode, and PC/Mac profiles. It can also display battery level, media playback info, system metrics like CPU temperature, and custom animations. Paired with a three-way control knob and dedicated side button, it offers seamless access to essential settings.

Six-Dampening Design & Gasket Mount

The Azoth 96 HE Lite uses six dampening layers – four PORON®, one IXPE and one silicone layers – to absorb keystroke vibrations and pinging noise, providing a superior cushioned typing experience.

Refined Top Cover

Extends downward to wrap around the bottom case, creating a unified and premium look.

Silicone Gaskets

Provide support for the internal mounting system and absorb vibrations. Typing feel changes depending on the foam configuration — with firmer feedback when all layers installed, or a softer press when layers are removed.

PORON® Pad

Absorbs unwanted pinging noises to improve acoustic performance.

IXPE Switch Pad

Cushions every switch to reduce impact on the PCB and enhance keystroke feel.

PORON® Dampening Layer

Absorbs keystroke vibrations and minimises switch pinging noise.

Two Removable PORON® Dampening Foams

Minimise internal echoes and allow users to fine-tune gasket compression for a customised typing feel.

Silicone Pad

Minimises internal echoes to maintain a cleaner, more refined sound profile.

ROG HE Platform

ROG HE is a new platform with structural upgrades that deliver improved stability and performance. It is a socket platform identifier for ROG keyboards using Hall Effect switches, supporting hot-swappable magnetic switch compatibility. Within the HE Platform, magnetic switches can be shared across all supported ROG HE keyboards and will support future upgrades within the same socket.

ROG HFX V2 Magnetic Switches

This latest pre-lubed magnetic switch delivers solid, ultra-precise feel with lightning-fast responsiveness along with a 100-million-keystroke lifespan. The polycarbonate top housing and POM plastic stem and bottom housing ensure ultrasmooth keystrokes, while the walled-stem design enhances stability and keeps out dust and debris. This results in consistently smooth, reliable, and precise keypresses when gaming or typing.

• 3.5 mm Travel Distance
• 32 gf Initial Force
• 49 gf Total Force

Upper Housing

PC top housing with highly polished stem contact areas ensures ultra-smooth key actuation.

Compatible with Aftermarket Keycaps

Standard cross-shaped stem design ensures compatibility with most keycaps, allowing users to customise their setup.

Switch Stem

Composite POM material enables a low friction coefficient for exceptionally smooth keystrokes.

Snap-Fit Design

A unique snap-fit mechanism prevents key wobble from affecting magnet movement, ensuring precise and accurate actuation.

Walled Stem Design

Enhance keystroke stability and prevent dust intrusion while maintaining compatibility with most keycaps.

Larger Magnet

Enlarged magnet boosts magnetic flux for even greater precision and responsiveness, reducing risk of accidental or missed keystrokes.

Based Housing

POM bottom housing delivers a deeper, more refined keystroke sound.

Customisable Actuation Point

With the ROG Hall sensor and HFX V2 magnetic switches, the 0.1–3.5 mm actuation range of the ROG Azoth 96 HE Lite can be adjusted in precise 0.01mm increments. The actuation point can be tweaked via the three-way knob or web-based Gear Link i