ROG Strix Scope NX TKL Moonlight White Review

It was just a matter of time before all the bells and whistles from our favorite gaming keyboards trickled down into the tenkeyless models.  Today we will be looking at the latest TKL keyboard from Asus and ROG, the ROG Strix Scope NX TKL in Moonlight White. Coming in at a trim 80% of your standard keyboard, the Scope NX features Mechanical switches and RGB lighting.

This keyboard may be small but it could be the next big thing!

The ROG Strix Scope NX TKL comes in several flavors. You can get the standard black color scheme or the attractive Moonlight White you see here.  Both designs come in a standard or deluxe edition with the deluxe including a matching wrist rest.

If that’s not enough to get you interested, you may still be able to get the ROG Strix Scope TKL GUNDAM EDITION or ROG Strix Scope TKL Electro Punk edition versions.

• Created for FPS Gamers: the tenkeyless form factor provides more room to move the mouse, while the enlarged L-Ctrl key minimizes inadvertent pressing of other keys
• Portability: The compact keyboard fits easily into backpacks while the detachable cable prevents scuff marks or scratches
• Quick-Toggle Switch: Instantly shift between function and media key inputs
• Stealth key: Tap to hide all apps and mute audio for instant privacy; tap again to play on
• ROG-exclusive gaming switch – ROG NX Mechanical Switch, fast actuation with ROG-tuned force curves for great keypress feel and feedback
• Durable construction: Aluminum top-plate with striking slash aesthetic combines resilience and style

Key Switch:

• ROG NX: Red
• ROG NX: Brown
• ROG NX: Blue

Connectivity: USB 2.0
Size (Full/TKL): 80%
Actuation Force:

• 45g
• 43g
• 55g

Lighting: Per-Key RGB LEDs
AURA Sync: Yes
Anti-Ghosting: N-Key Rollover
Macro Keys: All keys programmable - except Fn
USB Report rate: (USB Report rate) 1000 Hz
Profile Hot Keys: Fn + 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6: Profile 1 - 6 (6 is default profile)
Lighting Effects Hot Keys: Fn + Right or Fn + Left
Brightness Setting Hot Keys:

• Fn + Up: Brightness up (5 levels)
• Fn + Down: Brightness down (5 levels)

Clear On-Board Memory Hot Keys: Hold Fn + Esc for 15 seconds
Macro Hot Keys:

• Step 1: Fn + Left-ALT to start recording
• Step 2: Fn + Left-ALT to end recording
• Step 3: Assign Macro Key

Media Hot Keys:

• Play/Pause (F5), Stop (F6), Previous (F7), Next (F8), Mute (F9), Volume Down (F10), Volume Up (F11). Stealth Key (F12)

Cable: Detachable 1.8m braided USB cable
OS: Windows® 10
Software: Armoury Crate
Dimensions: 356 x 136.2 x 39.7 mm (keyboard)
Weight: 880g with cable
Color: White and Gray
Contents:

• 1 x ROG Strix Scope NX TKL Moonlight White keyboard
• 1 x Detachable braided USB Type-A to Type-C cable
• 1 x Sheet of ROG stickers
• 1 x Quick Start Guide
• 1 x Warranty booklet