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Akko 3098B vs Keychron C3 Pro: Comparison

Akko 3098B and Keychron C3 Pro differ on layout: Akko 3098B at 98-Key (Compact Full-Size with Numpad), Keychron C3 Pro at TKL (87-Key).

Specs

Specification
Akko 3098B (98-Key/Akko CS Hot-Swap/Tri-Mode Wireless + Wired/PBT Keycaps/RGB Backlighting)
Akko 3098B
Keychron C3 Pro (TKL/Wired USB-C/Hot-Swappable/QMK/South-Facing RGB/Budget)
Keychron C3 Pro
BrandAkkoKeychron
Layout98-Key (Compact Full-Size with Numpad)TKL (87-Key)
Model3098BC3 Pro
Switch TypeAkko CS Jelly Black / Radiant Red / Lavender Purple Hot-SwapKeychron K Pro Mechanical (Brown/Red/Banana)
ConnectivityBluetooth 5.0 / 2.4GHz RF / USB-C WiredWired USB-C
Keycap MaterialPBT Dye-SublimatedDouble-Shot ABS
BacklightingRGB BacklightingSouth-Facing RGB
Polling Rate1000 Hz1000 Hz

Price comparison

RetailerAkko 3098BKeychron C3 Pro
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Verdict

Akko 3098B

7 / 10 Expert Rating

A full-numpad wireless hot-swap board that punches above its budget price point.

Keychron C3 Pro

7 / 10 Expert Rating

The cheapest legitimate way to get a hot-swappable QMK-capable mechanical keyboard from a known brand.

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