ASUS has announced the black model of the " ROG Azoth 96 HE Lite Gaming Keyboard," a gaming keyboard featuring an OLED display from its "Republic of Gamers" (hereinafter "ROG") gaming brand.
It will go on sale on Friday, July 17, 2026.
The black model of the “ROG Azoth 96 HE Lite Gaming Keyboard” is here!
The “ROG Azoth 96 HE Lite Gaming Keyboard” is a 96% US-layout gaming keyboard released in May 2026.
In addition to the white model already on the market, a new black model has been added.
Features an OLED display and a 3-way control knob
It features a 1.47-inch OLED display that can show various statuses, such as battery level and CPU temperature.
The 3-way control knob and side buttons allow for smooth navigation of settings.
Equipped with ROG HFX V2 switches and ROG Hall sensors
Equipped with the advanced ROG HFX V2 magnetic switches and ROG Hall sensors, allowing for actuation point adjustment in 0.01mm increments.
This ensures high-precision and accurate input while suppressing electrical noise and interference to guarantee precise keystrokes.
It also supports Rapid Trigger and comes with translucent keycaps featuring the ROG logo.
Supports Tri-Mode connectivity and a maximum polling rate of 8,000 Hz
Supports tri-mode connectivity viaROG SpeedNova, Bluetooth, and wired USB.
When connected via ROG SpeedNova or a wired USB connection, it supports a high polling rate of up to 8,000 Hz, reducing input latency from 1 ms to 0.125 ms for real-time responsiveness.
6-layer damping structure reduces vibration and noise
Features a 6-layer damping structure composed of layered PORON, IXPE, and silicone.
This suppresses vibrations and metallic clanging, reducing noise.
The "ROG Azoth 96 HE Lite Gaming Keyboard" will be released on Friday, July 17, 2026.
For more details, please visit the "ROG Azoth 96 HE Lite Gaming Keyboard" product page.
| Product Overview | |
|---|---|
| Name | ROG Azoth 96 HE Lite Gaming Keyboard |
| Key Switches | ROG HFX V2 Magnetic Switch |
| Interface | USB 2.0 (Type-C to Type-A) / 2.4 GHz RF / Bluetooth 5 |
| Lighting | RGB per key |
| Polling Rate | Up to 8,000 Hz |
| Color | White, Black |
| Dimensions | 382 × 136 × 42 mm |
| Weight | 1,375 g |