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Compact 98-key wireless mechanical keyboard in blue-grey finish with aluminium control knob, gasket-mounted frame and RGB backlighting

Redragon K686 PRO 98 Keys Gasket RGB Gaming Keyboard Blue Himmel Color

SKU CH-XDEQ-DG8MQ

A 98-key wireless mechanical keyboard with gasket mounting, five layers of noise dampening, hot-swap sockets and a control knob

  • StyleGaming
  • Function key count12
  • Keyboard switchesTactile
  • Switch typeTactile
  • Keycap detailsAcrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
  • Keyboard colorBlack
  • Gasket structure reduces typing noise with five damping layers
  • 98-key layout keeps full function in 20% less space
  • Three connection modes cover wired USB-C, 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth
  • Hot-swap sockets accept almost any 3- or 5-pin switch
  • Dedicated knob controls backlight brightness and media without extra keys

Compact 98-Key Gasket Keyboard

The Redragon K686 PRO is a 98-key mechanical gaming keyboard that uses a gasket-mounted structure and five layers of noise-dampening material to produce a softer, quieter typing feel. It features hot-swappable sockets compatible with three- and five-pin switches, linear Red switches, ABS keycaps and per-key RGB lighting. A dedicated control knob manages backlight brightness and media functions.

Who This Suits & Who Should Look Elsewhere

The compact 98-key layout keeps full function-row access while saving desk space, suiting gamers and typists who want a smaller footprint without losing dedicated keys. Tri-mode connectivity covers USB-C wired, Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz wireless use on both Windows and macOS. Users who need a full 104-key layout with a numeric keypad cluster or who prefer clicky or tactile switches out of the box should consider other models.

Hot-Swappable Switch Sockets

The board’s hot-swap sockets accept nearly all three- and five-pin mechanical switches, letting owners change the feel or replace a faulty switch without soldering. This single specification decides whether the keyboard can adapt to a different switch preference over time.

How it compares

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Price $60.99
Cheaper than about 57% of the 3,966 comparable items (median $68.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameRedragon
Product lineK686 PRO
Model nameK686 PRO
Part number327692797
StyleGaming
Keyboard colorBlack
Mouse colorBlack
Performance
Tracking technologyTouch Scroll
Power
Power typeLithium-ion Rechargeable Battery
Run timeUSB-C, true, false
Size & build
Function key count12
Keyboard switchesTactile
Switch typeTactile
Keycap detailsAcrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
Compatibility
Compatible systemsWindows 98 or Later
More details
Button count5

Questions about this item

How often will the key switches need to be replaced?

The hot-swap sockets support nearly all 3-pin and 5-pin switches, so individual switches can be swapped out whenever a key feels worn or you want a different feel.

What limits performance during long gaming sessions?

The built-in lithium-ion battery powers the keyboard in Bluetooth or 2.4 GHz mode; when it runs low you must plug in the USB-C cable to keep playing.

How loud is the keyboard after hours of typing?

Five damping layers — 3.5 mm PO foam, IXPE switch foam, PET pad, bottom socket foam and silicone base — plus the gasket mount keep the sound low and hollow-free.

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