Yunzii AL98 Review | 64 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£90
  • Avg. price in US: ~$110
  • Layout size: 1800-compact
  • Connection type: USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
  • Switch type: mechanical
  • Polling rate: 1000 Hz

Yunzii AL98 review. Compare 64 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among keyboards and if it is worth buying.

7.5

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the keyboard's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best keyboards on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

7.0

Technical Score

20.0%

9.3

User score

Very good
7.0

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the keyboard's technical performance, covering key areas such as switch feel, typing and gaming performance, layout and features, connectivity, build quality, backlighting, software, and comfort.

When it matters: When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

34.0%

7.5

Connectivity & Power

28.0%

3.9

Switches

20.0%

10

Materials

12.0%

8.1

Features

6.0%

7.1

Design

Very good
9.3

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.

Score components:

70.0%

9.0

User reviews

30.0%

9.9

Popularity

User score:
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4.5
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4.5
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Exceptional
  • 3.5
    Gaming

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Polling rate

    24.0%

    1.0

    Rapid trigger

    20.0%

    1.0

    Adjustable actuation

    16.0%

    10

    Hot-swappable switches

    12.0%

    10

    Onboard memory

  • 8.2
    Typing

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.0

    Wrist rest included

    24.0%

    10

    Legend method

    20.0%

    10

    Adjustable feet

    15.0%

    9.0

    Typing angle

    13.0%

    10

    Pre-lubed stabilizers

  • 10
    Programming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    10

    QMK support

    26.0%

    10

    VIA support

    18.0%

    10

    Mac compatibility

    14.0%

    10

    Multi-device pairing

    12.0%

    10

    Connection type

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Verdict

The Yunzii AL98 is a premium 96% layout (101-key) mechanical keyboard featuring a heavy, CNC-machined full aluminum chassis and a gasket-mount design for a soft, cushioned typing experience. It boasts versatile tri-mode connectivity (2.4GHz, Bluetooth, and USB-C), a massive 8000mAh battery, and full QMK/VIA support for advanced remapping and macro customization. Key characteristics include its south-facing RGB lighting, hot-swappable PCB, and high-quality double-shot PBT keycaps, which collectively provide a solid, resonance-free acoustic profile. Pros include its exceptional build quality, ultra-low latency for gaming, and long-lasting battery life; however, some users find the keyboard's significant weight (approx. 2.2kg) makes it less portable, and the software customization via VIA can have a steeper learning curve for beginners.

Technical Specifications of Yunzii AL98

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the keyboard's technical performance, covering key areas such as switch feel, typing and gaming performance, layout and features, connectivity, build quality, backlighting, software, and comfort.

When it matters: When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

34.0%

7.5

Connectivity & Power

28.0%

3.9

Switches

20.0%

10

Materials

12.0%

8.1

Features

6.0%

7.1

Design

7.0
Yunzii AL98 has a technical score of 7.04 points, which is higher than that of 63% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.

Score components:

70.0%

9.0

User reviews

30.0%

9.9

Popularity

User score:
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4.5
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4.5
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9.3
Yunzii AL98 has a user score of 9.27 points, which is higher than that of 84.9% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the keyboard.
When it matters: When you prefer a keyboard that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
9.9
Yunzii AL98 has a popularity of 9.9 points, which is higher than 68.1% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the keyboard's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a keyboard that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.5

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

8.2
Yunzii AL98 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.2 points, which is higher than 78.2% of products in this category.
Switch type
What it is: Identifies the switch technology used by the keyboard, such as mechanical, optical, or Hall effect.
When it matters: When you are choosing between different response technologies and their long-term behavior.

Importance: HIGH

mechanical
Switch feel
What it is: Describes the keypress character, such as linear, tactile, or clicky.
When it matters: When the sensation of each keypress changes comfort, control, and noise level for your use.

Importance: HIGH

linear
Switch name
What it is: States the specific switch model used by the keyboard.
When it matters: When the exact switch model matters because small tuning differences affect your preference.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Actuation force
What it is: Measures how much force is needed to actuate a key.
When it matters: When finger fatigue, accidental presses, or key resistance matters to your typing style.

Importance: HIGH

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Min actuation distance
What it is: Measures the shortest key travel needed to register an input.
When it matters: When faster key response matters and you want the shortest possible trigger point under your fingers.

Importance: MEDIUM

2 mm
Yunzii AL98 has a minimum actuation distance of 2 mm, which is longer than 66.3% of keyboards and equal to 33.4% of keyboards.
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Keyboard type
What it is: Identifies the keyboard technology, such as mechanical, membrane, optical, or Hall effect.
When it matters: When you need a keyboard built around a specific switch technology or feel profile.

Importance: HIGH

mechanical
Layout size
What it is: States the keyboard form factor and how much of the standard keyset it includes.
When it matters: When desk space, portability, or access to a full key set affects how you work or play.

Importance: HIGH

1800-compact
Layout standard
What it is: Specifies the regional layout standard, such as ANSI, ISO, or JIS.
When it matters: When you need a regional key layout that matches your language habits or keycap set.

Importance: MEDIUM

ANSI
N. of keys
What it is: States how many keys are present on the keyboard.
When it matters: When you need a certain number of keys for shortcuts, navigation, or a numpad.

Importance: MEDIUM

101
Yunzii AL98 has 101 keys, which is more than 72.8% of keyboards and equal to 0.3% of keyboards.
Profile
What it is: Describes whether the keyboard uses a low-profile or standard-height design.
When it matters: When key height changes your typing comfort, travel distance, or the overall desk setup.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Connection type
What it is: Specifies how the keyboard connects, such as USB, 2.4 GHz wireless, or Bluetooth.
When it matters: When latency, cable management, or wireless flexibility is part of your buying decision.

Importance: HIGH

USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
Yunzii AL98 offers USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth connectivity, which is more versatile than 57.9% of keyboards and equal to 42.1% of keyboards.
Multi-device pairing
What it is: Shows whether the keyboard can stay paired with multiple devices for quicker switching.
When it matters: When you switch regularly between a laptop, tablet, and other devices on one desk.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Yunzii AL98 supports multi-device pairing. 4.5% of keyboards support multi-device pairing.
up to 5 devices.
Bluetooth version
What it is: States the Bluetooth generation supported for wireless pairing.
When it matters: When wireless stability, compatibility, and energy efficiency are part of what you compare.

Importance: MEDIUM

5.0
Yunzii AL98 uses Bluetooth 5.0, which is newer than 46.8% of keyboards and equal to 17.7% of keyboards.
Mac compatibility
What it is: Shows whether the keyboard is intended to work properly with macOS layouts, shortcuts, or legends.
When it matters: When you need the keyboard to work properly with macOS shortcuts and key mapping.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Yunzii AL98 is Mac compatible. 44.4% of keyboards are Mac compatible.
Battery life
What it is: Estimates how long the keyboard can run on a full charge.
When it matters: When the keyboard needs to last through workweeks, travel, or long gaming stretches without constant charging.

Importance: HIGH

40 h
Yunzii AL98 lasts 40 h on a charge, which is shorter than 85.1% of keyboards and equal to 0.6% of keyboards.
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RGB lighting
What it is: Shows whether the keyboard includes customizable RGB lighting effects.
When it matters: When visual customization and desk aesthetics matter to your setup.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Yunzii AL98 has RGB lighting. 12.3% of keyboards have RGB lighting.
Per-key RGB
What it is: Shows whether each key can be lit and controlled independently instead of sharing one uniform lighting zone.
When it matters: When customizing each key individually matters for visuals, games, or shortcut visibility.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Yunzii AL98 has per-key RGB lighting. 23% of keyboards have per-key RGB lighting.
RGB zones
What it is: States how many RGB lighting zones can be controlled separately.
When it matters: When you want more lighting control than a simple all-at-once backlight can provide.

Importance: LOW

101
Yunzii AL98 has 101 RGB zones, which is more than 79.9% of keyboards and equal to 0.3% of keyboards.
Underglow / side lighting
What it is: Shows whether the case includes lighting around the underside or outer edges in addition to the keys themselves.
When it matters: When edge lighting is part of the visual style you want from the keyboard.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Yunzii AL98 includes underglow lighting. 68.6% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
Side lighting present.
Backlight direction
What it is: Specifies whether the switches use north-facing or south-facing backlighting.
When it matters: When you care about switch compatibility, keycap interference, or lighting placement.

Importance: LOW

south-facing
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Case material
What it is: Describes the main material used for the keyboard case.
When it matters: When build feel, rigidity, and overall finish influence your sense of quality.

Importance: HIGH

aluminum
Plate material
What it is: Describes the material used for the mounting plate beneath the switches.
When it matters: When keyboard stiffness, sound profile, and bottom-out feel matter more than the switch spec sheet alone.

Importance: HIGH

polycarbonate
Keycap material
What it is: Describes the material used to make the keycaps.
When it matters: When surface texture, wear resistance, and sound of the keycaps affect your choice.

Importance: HIGH

PBT
Keycap profile
What it is: Describes the shape and height profile of the keycaps.
When it matters: When key shape and sculpting affect comfort, wrist angle, and the sound of each press.

Importance: MEDIUM

Cherry
Legend method
What it is: Describes how the legends are applied to the keycaps, which affects durability and visibility.
When it matters: When you care about how long key legends stay readable after heavy use.

Importance: MEDIUM

double-shot
Yunzii AL98 uses double-shot legends, which are more durable than 25.8% of keyboards and equal to 74.2% of keyboards.
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Yunzii AL98 vs the average keyboard

  • 0.4 mm shorter key travel
    Yunzii AL98 has 3.6 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.
    What it is: Measures the full distance a key can move from top to bottom.
    When it matters: When full key movement changes comfort, speed, or the way the keyboard feels under your fingers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Yunzii AL98 has 3.6 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.3.6 mm vs 4 mm
  • 2x larger battery capacity
    Yunzii AL98 has a larger battery than the average keyboard (8,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh). The average keyboard has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh.
    What it is: Measures how much electric charge the battery can store, usually in mAh.
    When it matters: When you want rough battery context behind the runtime claim instead of trusting the advertised hours alone.

    Importance: HIGH

    Yunzii AL98 has a larger battery than the average keyboard (8,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh). The average keyboard has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh.8000 mAh vs 4000 mAh
  • Underglow lighting
    Yunzii AL98 includes underglow lighting, the average keyboard does not. 31.6% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
    Side lighting present.
    What it is: Shows whether the case includes lighting around the underside or outer edges in addition to the keys themselves.
    When it matters: When edge lighting is part of the visual style you want from the keyboard.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Yunzii AL98 includes underglow lighting, the average keyboard does not. 31.6% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
  • Supports QMK
    Yunzii AL98 supports QMK, the average keyboard does not. 28.8% of keyboards support QMK.
    What it is: Shows whether the keyboard supports QMK firmware for deeper remapping and behavior customization.
    When it matters: When deep remapping, macros, and firmware-level customization matter to your workflow.

    Importance: HIGH

    Yunzii AL98 supports QMK, the average keyboard does not. 28.8% of keyboards support QMK.
  • 14 more keys
    Yunzii AL98 has more keys than the average keyboard (101 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
    What it is: States how many keys are present on the keyboard.
    When it matters: When you need a certain number of keys for shortcuts, navigation, or a numpad.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Yunzii AL98 has more keys than the average keyboard (101 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.101 vs 87
  • Supports VIA
    Yunzii AL98 supports VIA, the average keyboard does not. 27.1% of keyboards support VIA.
    What it is: Shows whether the keyboard supports VIA for live remapping and configuration without rebuilding firmware manually.
    When it matters: When quick live remapping without rebuilding firmware is important to you.

    Importance: HIGH

    Yunzii AL98 supports VIA, the average keyboard does not. 27.1% of keyboards support VIA.
  • 18 more RGB zones
    Yunzii AL98 has more RGB zones than the average keyboard (101 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
    What it is: States how many RGB lighting zones can be controlled separately.
    When it matters: When you want more lighting control than a simple all-at-once backlight can provide.

    Importance: LOW

    Yunzii AL98 has more RGB zones than the average keyboard (101 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.101 vs 83
  • 15.8% higher user score
    Yunzii AL98 has a higher user score than the average keyboard (9.27 vs 8.000).
    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.
    When it matters: When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.
    Yunzii AL98 has a higher user score than the average keyboard (9.27 vs 8.000).9.27 vs 8
  • 14 more keys
    Yunzii AL98 has more keys than the average keyboard (101 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
  • 2 newer release date
    Yunzii AL98 is newer than the average keyboard (2,025 vs 2,023). The average keyboard was released in 2,023.
  • 2x larger battery capacity
    Yunzii AL98 has a larger battery than the average keyboard (8,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh). The average keyboard has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh.
  • 0.4 mm shorter key travel
    Yunzii AL98 has 3.6 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.
  • Underglow lighting
    Yunzii AL98 includes underglow lighting, the average keyboard does not. 31.6% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
  • Supports QMK
    Yunzii AL98 supports QMK, the average keyboard does not. 28.8% of keyboards support QMK.
  • Supports VIA
    Yunzii AL98 supports VIA, the average keyboard does not. 27.1% of keyboards support VIA.
  • 18 more RGB zones
    Yunzii AL98 has more RGB zones than the average keyboard (101 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
  • 2.23x higher weight
    Yunzii AL98 weighs more than the average keyboard (2,175 g vs 976 g). The average keyboard weighs 976 g.
  • 5.57 mm higher keyboard height
    Yunzii AL98 is taller than the average keyboard (44.1 mm vs 38.5 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.5 mm.
  • 52.44 mm wider width
    Yunzii AL98 is wider than the average keyboard (407.4 mm vs 355 mm). The average keyboard width is 355 mm.
  • 6.07 mm thicker design
    Yunzii AL98 is thicker than the average keyboard (44.1 mm vs 38 mm). The average keyboard thickness is 38 mm.
  • 126 h shorter battery life
    Yunzii AL98 lasts less long on a charge than the average keyboard (40 h vs 166 h). The average keyboard lasts 166 h on a charge.
  • 9 h longer charging time
    Yunzii AL98 charges more slowly than the average keyboard (13 h vs 4 h). The average keyboard takes 4 h to charge.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Yunzii AL98 uses an older Bluetooth version than the average keyboard (5 vs 5.2). The average keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2.
  • 0.3 mm longer minimum actuation distance
    Yunzii AL98 has a longer minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (2 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
  • 126 h shorter battery life
    Yunzii AL98 lasts less long on a charge than the average keyboard (40 h vs 166 h). The average keyboard lasts 166 h on a charge.
    What it is: Estimates how long the keyboard can run on a full charge.
    When it matters: When the keyboard needs to last through workweeks, travel, or long gaming stretches without constant charging.

    Importance: HIGH

    Yunzii AL98 lasts less long on a charge than the average keyboard (40 h vs 166 h). The average keyboard lasts 166 h on a charge.40 h vs 166 h
  • 9 h longer charging time
    Yunzii AL98 charges more slowly than the average keyboard (13 h vs 4 h). The average keyboard takes 4 h to charge.
    What it is: Measures how long the battery needs for a full recharge.
    When it matters: When short charging windows matter and you do not want the keyboard tied to a cable for too long.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Yunzii AL98 charges more slowly than the average keyboard (13 h vs 4 h). The average keyboard takes 4 h to charge.13 h vs 4 h
  • 2.23x higher weight
    Yunzii AL98 weighs more than the average keyboard (2,175 g vs 976 g). The average keyboard weighs 976 g.
    What it is: Measures the total mass of the keyboard.
    When it matters: When you care whether the keyboard feels easy to carry or heavy enough to stay planted on the desk.

    Importance: HIGH

    Yunzii AL98 weighs more than the average keyboard (2,175 g vs 976 g). The average keyboard weighs 976 g.2175 g vs 976 g
  • 0.3 mm longer minimum actuation distance
    Yunzii AL98 has a longer minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (2 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    What it is: Measures the shortest key travel needed to register an input.
    When it matters: When faster key response matters and you want the shortest possible trigger point under your fingers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Yunzii AL98 has a longer minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (2 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.2 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Yunzii AL98 uses an older Bluetooth version than the average keyboard (5 vs 5.2). The average keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    What it is: States the Bluetooth generation supported for wireless pairing.
    When it matters: When wireless stability, compatibility, and energy efficiency are part of what you compare.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Yunzii AL98 uses an older Bluetooth version than the average keyboard (5 vs 5.2). The average keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2.5.0 vs 5.2
  • 5.57 mm higher keyboard height
    Yunzii AL98 is taller than the average keyboard (44.1 mm vs 38.5 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.5 mm.
    What it is: Measures the keyboard's vertical dimension from its base to its highest point.
    When it matters: When the keyboard has to fit under shelves, trays, or other tight desk constraints.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Yunzii AL98 is taller than the average keyboard (44.1 mm vs 38.5 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.5 mm.44.07 mm vs 38.5 mm
  • 6.07 mm thicker design
    Yunzii AL98 is thicker than the average keyboard (44.1 mm vs 38 mm). The average keyboard thickness is 38 mm.
    What it is: Measures the keyboard's front-to-back depth or body thickness.
    When it matters: When front height and overall keyboard bulk affect comfort or portability.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Yunzii AL98 is thicker than the average keyboard (44.1 mm vs 38 mm). The average keyboard thickness is 38 mm.44.07 mm vs 38 mm
  • 52.44 mm wider width
    Yunzii AL98 is wider than the average keyboard (407.4 mm vs 355 mm). The average keyboard width is 355 mm.
    What it is: Measures the keyboard from side to side.
    When it matters: When the keyboard has to match limited desk width or fit inside a specific setup.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Yunzii AL98 is wider than the average keyboard (407.4 mm vs 355 mm). The average keyboard width is 355 mm.407.44 mm vs 355 mm

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What customers like about Yunzii AL98?

  • Solid full CNC aluminium construction with a premium, heavy-duty feel
  • Excellent typing experience with factory-lubed linear switches and a gasket-mounted design
  • Massive 8,000mAh battery life, especially with RGB lighting turned off
  • Supports QMK/VIA for extensive key remapping and macro customisation
  • Tri-mode connectivity (Bluetooth, 2.4GHz, and USB-C) supporting up to 5 devices
  • Convenient hidden magnetic slot for the 2.4GHz wireless dongle
  • Great value for an aluminium keyboard at its price point

What customers dislike about Yunzii AL98?

  • Substantial weight (approx. 2.2kg/4.8lbs) makes it less portable
  • Lack of a dedicated Right-Command key, which may be a dealbreaker for Mac users
  • Potential for quality control inconsistencies in sound profile and LED longevity
  • Plate-mounted stabilizers may require additional tuning to eliminate rattle
  • Typing feel can be stiffer than expected despite the gasket mount and flex cuts
  • Disassembly can be difficult as some screws are hidden under keycaps

Expert reviews

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enostech.com
19/01/2026

The Yunzii AL98 is a premium 96% layout mechanical keyboard featuring a sturdy 2,175-gram CNC-machined aluminium body, gasket-mounted structure, and high-quality double-shot PBT Cherry-profile keycaps. The reviewer praises the device for its exceptionally smooth, soft, and quiet typing experience, heavily credited to the pre-lubed Yunzii Milk V2 linear switches that produce a deep,...Read more

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enostech.com
19/01/2026

The Yunzii AL98 is a premium 96% layout (101 keys) mechanical keyboard that stands out for its robust, CNC-machined aluminium body, weighing a sturdy 2,175 grams. Priced at $109.99, it features a gasket-mounted design and offers versatile tri-mode connectivity via Bluetooth 5.0, 2.4GHz wireless, and wired USB-C. Reviewers highlight its exceptional build quality, showcasing a...Read more

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