Is the ATK A98 good for gaming?

Yes. It is a mechanical board with wireless and wired modes, and the wired mode avoids wireless latency. The 98-key layout leaves room for a mouse, though it is wider than a TKL board.

How long does the battery last?

The 12,000mAh cell is several times the size of typical wireless keyboard batteries, so expect weeks of use between charges with backlighting off. Backlighting shortens that considerably.

Can I change the switches?

Most A98 versions are hot-swappable, so you can pull the switches and fit new 3- or 5-pin ones without soldering. Check the specific version you buy, since not every variant is hot-swap.

Does it have a number pad?

Yes. The 98-key layout keeps a full number pad and arrow keys, plus a trimmed navigation cluster, in a body narrower than a full-size keyboard.

Does it work with a Mac?

It connects over 2.4GHz, Bluetooth and USB-C, so it works with Macs, but the key legends and any Mac-specific keys follow the Windows layout. Expect to remap keys for macOS.

What comes in the box?

Typically the keyboard, a USB-C cable, a 2.4GHz receiver and a keycap puller. Bundled extras vary by version, so confirm with the seller.

What do buyers say about the ATK A98 Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard?

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 17 ratings.

ATK A98 Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

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Our take on the ATK A98 Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

The ATK A98 is a wireless mechanical gaming keyboard in a 98-key layout, which keeps the number pad and arrow cluster while trimming the width of a full-size board. Its standout spec is a 12,000mAh battery, far larger than the 1,000–4,000mAh cells typical of wireless mechanical boards, so it can run for weeks between charges with backlighting off. It suits desk gamers and office users who want a numpad, tri-mode wireless and long battery life without a cable. Against compact 75% and TKL rivals it gives up desk space; against big-name wireless boards it competes on battery capacity and price rather than on brand ecosystem or software polish.

Best forGamers who want a numpad and wireless freedomOffice and spreadsheet users who need a number padBuyers tired of charging a keyboard oftenDesk setups that want a full layout in less width

Pros

98-key layout keeps numpad and arrows in a narrower footprint
12,000mAh battery is unusually large for a wireless mechanical board
Wireless with a wired option for low-latency play
Hot-swappable switches on most A98 versions, so you can change feel without soldering
Solid, weighty build for the class

Cons

Still wider than 75% or TKL boards, so it needs desk room
Heavy, which makes it a stay-at-home board rather than a travel one
Software and macro customization are less mature than big-brand suites
Backlighting drains the big battery faster
Fewer colorway choices than mainstream rivals

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What reviewers say

4.9 / 517 ratings

Owners rate it very highly, with 17 ratings averaging 4.9 out of 5. Praise centers on the battery life, the sturdy build and the typing feel for the money; complaints are few and mostly about software and weight.

What people mention

Battery lifePraisedOwners say the large battery means charging is rare, even with regular daily use.
Build qualityPraisedReviewers describe the board as solid and weighty, with little flex.
LayoutPraisedBuyers like keeping the number pad and arrows in a narrower 98-key body.
SoftwareCriticisedSome say the configuration software is basic next to mainstream keyboard suites.
WeightMixedThe heft reads as sturdy at the desk but makes the board awkward to carry.

About the ATK A98 Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

The ATK A98 is a wireless mechanical gaming keyboard with a classic layout and a signature colorway. It has a 12,000mAh high-capacity battery.

Brand: ATK
Type: Wireless mechanical gaming keyboard
Battery: 12,000mAh

Questions and answers

Is the ATK A98 good for gaming?: Yes. It is a mechanical board with wireless and wired modes, and the wired mode avoids wireless latency. The 98-key layout leaves room for a mouse, though it is wider than a TKL board.
How long does the battery last?: The 12,000mAh cell is several times the size of typical wireless keyboard batteries, so expect weeks of use between charges with backlighting off. Backlighting shortens that considerably.
Can I change the switches?: Most A98 versions are hot-swappable, so you can pull the switches and fit new 3- or 5-pin ones without soldering. Check the specific version you buy, since not every variant is hot-swap.
Does it have a number pad?: Yes. The 98-key layout keeps a full number pad and arrow keys, plus a trimmed navigation cluster, in a body narrower than a full-size keyboard.
Does it work with a Mac?: It connects over 2.4GHz, Bluetooth and USB-C, so it works with Macs, but the key legends and any Mac-specific keys follow the Windows layout. Expect to remap keys for macOS.
What comes in the box?: Typically the keyboard, a USB-C cable, a 2.4GHz receiver and a keycap puller. Bundled extras vary by version, so confirm with the seller.
Where is the ATK A98 Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard cheapest?: At ATK Gaming Gear, for $54.98, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the ATK A98 Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard?: Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 17 ratings.