Asus ROG STRIX Scope TKL

Tactile and responsive ; Helpful additional features ; Armoury Crate is awesome ; Satisfying aesthetic

No palm rest ; Lacks a numpad ; Combined keys can be awkward ; USB-C is difficult to insert

The Asus ROG Strix Scope TKL Electro Punk is a solid keyboard offering useful features, but it suffers from awkward key placement.

Reliable ; Compact ; Beautiful RGB effects ; Satisfying keys

Slight key wobble ; No wrist-rest ; Lacks dedicated media controls ; No passthrough

A reliable workhorse that trades in flashiness for dependable performance.

MX keyswitches are sturdy and reliable ; Classy and sturdy design ; Intuitive software

Pretty high price ; Lack of macro keys ; Stronger wrist-rest magnet needed

Feature-rich, functional design and excellent build quality ; Smooth switches with minimal wobble ; Versatile connectivity options

Expensive ; Non-standard layout and switches mean no support for third-party keycaps

Fantastic feeling RX optical switches.

RGB lighting is not uniform on stacked or long keys.

The ASUS Strix Scope RX TKL Deluxe Wireless is a great keyboard – offering excellent RX switches, great RGB, quality materials and three different connectivity options. There are minor issues, including the RGB being slightly dim on a few keys and the...

Attractive black and pink colourway ; Detachable USB-C cable ; Customisable lighting ; Compact tenkeyless form factor ; Useful, convenient keyboard shortcuts, including a Stealth mode

ABS keycaps instead of PBT ; USB-C cable hard to plug in ; Non-standard bottom row ; Pricey

Unique look ; Aluminum plate ; Software-free controls ; 6 onboard profiles

USB-C cable is hard to connect ; Floating keycaps may pop off during travel

The Asus ROG Strix Scope TKL Elector Punk has a divisive design. But if you're not afraid of pink, you just might love it. Its linear switches and small form factor make it especially fitting for FPS games.

+ Solid structure + Comfortable for long periods + Lovely RGB lighting + Compact design + Great range of Cherry MX switches available + Removeable USB Type-C cable

- Scratches and marks from the factory - Awkward Function keys for everyday tasks - Not suitable for long-term office work

All things considered, the Republic of Gamers have used their expertise to put out a product worthy of consideration, but it’s not without some significant compromises that you should be aware of before jumping into the purchase.