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ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 vs SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini: Comparison
ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 and SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini differ on layout: ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 at 96%, SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini at 60%.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS | SteelSeries |
| Layout | 96% | 60% |
| Model | ROG Strix Scope II 96 | Apex Pro Mini |
| Switch Type | ROG NX Snow (Linear, Pre-Lubed) | OmniPoint Adjustable Hall Effect |
| Connectivity | Wired USB-C (detachable) | Wired (detachable USB-C) |
| Keycap Material | PBT Double-Shot | Doubleshot PBT |
| Backlighting | Per-Key Aura Sync RGB | Per-key RGB, OLED smart display |
| Polling Rate | 1000 Hz | 1000 Hz |
Price comparison
| Retailer | ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 | SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini |
|---|---|---|
| ASUS | View on ASUS |
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Verdict
ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A well-damped, hot-swappable 96% board that proves numpad layouts can still sound and feel premium.
SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini
9 / 10 Expert Rating
Per-key actuation tuning in the smallest layout SteelSeries makes — one of the most genuinely useful implementations of Hall Effect switching on the market.