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ASUS ROG Falchion vs Mountain Everest Max: Comparison
What is the difference between ASUS ROG Falchion and Mountain Everest Max?
The first real difference is layout: ASUS ROG Falchion 65% against Mountain Everest Max Modular. They differ on switch type too, ROG RX Red or Blue Mechanical on the ASUS ROG Falchion versus Cherry MX or Gateron Hot-Swap Mechanical on the Mountain Everest Max. They differ on connectivity too, 2.4GHz RF Wireless / USB-C Wired on the ASUS ROG Falchion versus Wired USB-C on the Mountain Everest Max. There is a split on backlighting as well, Per-Key Aura Sync RGB on the ASUS ROG Falchion versus Per-Key RGB on the Mountain Everest Max. There is a split on keycap material as well, ABS on the ASUS ROG Falchion versus PBT Double-Shot on the Mountain Everest Max.
Which should you buy, ASUS ROG Falchion or Mountain Everest Max?
The ASUS ROG Falchion is the one to take for players wanting a switchable 65%/numpad setup and wireless gaming setups, though it is not built for hot-swap tinkerers and buyers wanting PBT keycaps stock. The Mountain Everest Max suits users wanting a reconfigurable numpad position and streamers wanting a media dock module, though it is not the pick for simplicity-focused buyers and wireless-only users. Our rating of the ASUS ROG Falchion (7/10): A clever modular 65% board whose detachable numpad genuinely changes how much desk space it needs. Our rating of the Mountain Everest Max (7/10): the most physically reconfigurable mainstream keyboard on the market, for users who genuinely reshape their desk layout.
Where the two are identical
Everything else lines up. Polling rate read the same on both, so those are not worth weighing.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- ASUS ROG Falchion
- ASUS
- Mountain Everest Max
- Mountain
Layout
- ASUS ROG Falchion
- 65% (with detachable numpad module)
- Mountain Everest Max
- Modular (TKL Base + Detachable Numpad + Media Dock)
Model
- ASUS ROG Falchion
- ROG Falchion
- Mountain Everest Max
- Everest Max
Switch Type
- ASUS ROG Falchion
- ROG RX Red (Linear) or Blue (Clicky) Mechanical
- Mountain Everest Max
- Cherry MX or Gateron Hot-Swap Mechanical
Connectivity
- ASUS ROG Falchion
- 2.4GHz RF Wireless / USB-C Wired
- Mountain Everest Max
- Wired USB-C (with USB passthrough)
Keycap Material
- ASUS ROG Falchion
- ABS
- Mountain Everest Max
- PBT Double-Shot
Backlighting
- ASUS ROG Falchion
- Per-Key Aura Sync RGB
- Mountain Everest Max
- Per-Key RGB
Polling Rate
- ASUS ROG Falchion
- 1000 Hz
- Mountain Everest Max
- 1000 Hz
Which one should you pick?
Choose ASUS ROG Falchion if you want the higher polling rate (1000 Hz vs 1000 Hz).
Choose Mountain Everest Max if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | ASUS ROG Falchion | Mountain Everest Max |
|---|---|---|
| ASUS Store | View on ASUS Store | |
| Mountain | View on Mountain |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
ASUS ROG Falchion
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A clever modular 65% board whose detachable numpad genuinely changes how much desk space it needs.
Mountain Everest Max
7 / 10 Expert Rating
The most physically reconfigurable mainstream keyboard on the market, for users who genuinely reshape their desk layout.