ASUS ROG Strix Scope II
Gaming Keyboards

ROG Strix Scope II

ASUS

Released Jul 1, 2023 · Analysis updated Sep 10, 2026

Premium wireless gaming keyboard with long battery life, reliable connection, and satisfying sound. The ASUS ROG Strix Scope II scores 85/100 based on 21 expert reviews in the gaming keyboards category. Coverage includes reviews from Root Nation, Dexerto, PC Gamer, and Questdaily.

Critic Score

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85

based on 21 expert reviews

Root NationDexertoPC GamerQuestdailyPCMag+16 more

Critics are split: our scores run from 62 (TheGamer) to 96 (Root Nation) — a 34-point spread. Root Nation tends to score generously across our dataset.

Average of 21 publication reviews, each normalized to a 0–100 scale. How we score

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Pros

  • Premium build quality(18)
  • Long battery life(10)
  • Reliable connection(8)
  • Easy to use(7)
  • Great sound quality(6)

Cons

  • High price(5)
  • Buggy software(4)

21 Publication Reviews

96
Independent publication11/2024

AI summary of this review

One of the most affordable keyboards in the ROG lineup, they feature good proprietary switches, quality construction and materials, decent acoustic parameters, pre-lubrication of switches and stabiliz...

Score estimated from the review text

95
Established publication08/2023

AI summary of this review

The ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96% is a premium gaming keyboard that delivers a top-tier typing experience through enthusiast-grade switches and dampening, despite some software and design shortcomings.

Publisher score: 5/5

93
Major publication08/2023

AI summary of this review

The ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless is a top-tier mechanical keyboard praised for its superior typing feel and acoustics, offering enthusiast-grade quality at a competitive price.

Publisher score: 93

92
Independent publication05/2024

AI summary of this review

For a true mechanical keyboard that caters to not only your gaming but creating needs as well, I can’t recommend the ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless Keyboard more.

Score estimated from the review text

90
Major publication05/2024

AI summary of this review

The Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless is a premium enthusiast keyboard that balances a compact design with full-size utility and excellent build quality.

Publisher score: 4.0

90
Established publication09/2023

AI summary of this review

The ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 is a highly praised wireless keyboard that blends professional aesthetics with gaming performance and exceptional build quality.

Publisher score: 9

90
Independent publication

AI summary of this review

The Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless is a high-quality, versatile mechanical keyboard that successfully balances a space-saving footprint with full-sized functionality.

Publisher score: 9 Amazing

88
Independent publication09/2023

AI summary of this review

The typing experience is exceptional and the feature set of the keyboard itself matches any other gaming/productivity keyboard on the market.

Score estimated from the review text

87
Major publication04/2024

AI summary of this review

The ASUS ROG Strix Scope II RX is a high-performance mechanical keyboard praised for its exceptional switches and build quality, though it is held back by subpar configuration software.

Publisher score: 4.33 / 5

86
Major publication03/2025

AI summary of this review

The ASUS ROG Strix Scope II is a highly versatile and high-quality compact mechanical keyboard that offers excellent value, especially when on sale.

Score estimated from the review text

86
Major publication08/2023

AI summary of this review

The ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 is a highly recommended gaming keyboard that offers enthusiast-level sound and feel at a competitive price point, despite some software and keycap gripes.

Score estimated from the review text

86
Independent publication08/2023

AI summary of this review

The ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 is a high-quality, versatile gaming keyboard that blends enthusiast-grade typing feel with robust wireless connectivity.

Score estimated from the review text

86
Major publication02/2024

AI summary of this review

The Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless is a high-quality gaming keyboard that blends enthusiast-grade features like hot-swappable lubricated switches with a practical compact layout, though it is hel...

Score estimated from the review text

86
Independent publication03/2026

AI summary of this review

The ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless is a high-performance gaming keyboard that balances full functionality with a compact design, though it is held back slightly by its expensive price and cumbers...

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82
Independent publication07/2023

AI summary of this review

The ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 is a premium wireless keyboard that impresses with its custom-like acoustics and smooth switches, though it is held back by buggy software and a layout that may be too w...

Score estimated from the review text

80
Independent publication01/2024

AI summary of this review

The ASUS ROG Strix Scope II RX is a reliable, traditional gaming keyboard that delivers a quality typing experience and solid build, though it lacks design innovation.

Publisher score: 8 out of 10

78
Major publication06/2024

AI summary of this review

The Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless is a high-performance gaming keyboard with superb build quality and battery life, though it is held back by frustrating companion software and a polarizing layo...

Score estimated from the review text

78
Independent publication11/2023

AI summary of this review

The ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless is a premium, well-built mechanical keyboard that offers excellent switches and connectivity, though its non-standard layout and high cost may be deterrents for...

Score estimated from the review text

76
Major publication07/2023

AI summary of this review

The ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless is a high-quality, well-built keyboard that successfully blends gaming performance with enthusiast features, though it is held back by restrictive software and ...

Score estimated from the review text

74
Independent publication04/2024

AI summary of this review

The Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless is a well-constructed and customizable mechanical keyboard that is highly recommended for users already invested in the Asus ROG ecosystem.

Score estimated from the review text

62
Independent publication08/2023

AI summary of this review

While the keyboard performs well for gaming and offers a comfortable wrist rest, its unconventional layout and mediocre media controls make it a frustrating compromise between full-size and compact bo...

Score estimated from the review text