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Akko 3098B vs Keychron V1: Comparison

Akko 3098B and Keychron V1 differ on switch type: Akko 3098B at Akko CS Jelly Black / Radiant Red / Lavender Purple Hot-Swap, Keychron V1 at Keychron K Pro Mechanical (Brown/Red/Banana).

Keychron V1 (75%/Keychron K Pro Mechanical/Wired/Hot-Swappable/QMK-VIA/South-Facing RGB)
KeychronKeychron V1

Specs

Specification
Akko 3098B (98-Key/Akko CS Hot-Swap/Tri-Mode Wireless + Wired/PBT Keycaps/RGB Backlighting)
Akko 3098B
Keychron V1 (75%/Keychron K Pro Mechanical/Wired/Hot-Swappable/QMK-VIA/South-Facing RGB)
Keychron V1
BrandAkkoKeychron
Layout98-Key (Compact Full-Size with Numpad)75%
Model3098BV1
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 PBT, OEM profile
BacklightingRGB BacklightingSouth-facing RGB
Polling Rate1000 Hz1000 Hz

Price comparison

RetailerAkko 3098BKeychron V1
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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 V1

8 / 10 Expert Rating

The best entry point into gasket-mounted custom boards for under $100 — nothing else at this price feels this close to a hobbyist build.

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