--- product_id: 637347921 title: "RK ROYAL KLUDGE S98 Mechanical Keyboard w/Smart Display & Knob, Top Mount 96% Wireless Mechanical Keyboard BT/2.4G/USB-C, Hot Swappable, Software Support, Creamy Sounding, 98 Keys" brand: "rk royal kludge" price: "R3746" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Rk Royal Kludge" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/637347921-rk-royal-kludge-s98-mechanical-keyboard-w-smart-display-knob store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # OLED smart display Hot-swappable switches Multifunctional knob control RK ROYAL KLUDGE S98 Mechanical Keyboard w/Smart Display & Knob, Top Mount 96% Wireless Mechanical Keyboard BT/2.4G/USB-C, Hot Swappable, Software Support, Creamy Sounding, 98 Keys **Brand:** rk royal kludge **Price:** R3746 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎮 Elevate your desk game with the S98 — where smart meets silky smooth typing. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** RK ROYAL KLUDGE S98 Mechanical Keyboard w/Smart Display & Knob, Top Mount 96% Wireless Mechanical Keyboard BT/2.4G/USB-C, Hot Swappable, Software Support, Creamy Sounding, 98 Keys by rk royal kludge - **How much does it cost?** R3746 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/637347921-rk-royal-kludge-s98-mechanical-keyboard-w-smart-display-knob) ## Best For - rk royal kludge enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted rk royal kludge brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Smart OLED Display:** Stay effortlessly informed with custom GIFs, battery status, and connection modes right on your keyboard’s vibrant screen. - • **Versatile Connectivity:** Seamlessly switch between Bluetooth 5.0, 2.4Ghz wireless dongle, or USB-C wired mode—ultimate freedom for your workspace. - • **Premium Typing Experience:** Top-mount design with sound-absorbing foams delivers creamy, thocky feedback that makes every keystroke a joy. - • **Customizable & Hot-Swappable:** Easily swap out switches without soldering to tailor your keyboard’s feel and sound to your unique style. - • **Durable Double-Shot PBT Keycaps:** Enjoy superior tactile feel and fade-resistant legends that keep your keyboard looking fresh and professional. ## Overview The RK ROYAL KLUDGE S98 is a compact 96% wireless mechanical keyboard featuring a vibrant OLED display and multifunctional knob for intuitive control. It supports Bluetooth 5.0, 2.4G wireless, and USB-C wired connections, ensuring versatile compatibility. Designed with a top-mount layout and layered sound-absorbing foams, it delivers a premium creamy typing sound. Hot-swappable switches and durable double-shot PBT keycaps allow for personalized customization and long-lasting use, making it ideal for professionals and enthusiasts seeking both style and substance. ## Description RK ROYAL KLUDGE S98 Mechanical Keyboard w/ OLED Display & Knob, Top Mount 96% Wireless Mechanical Keyboard BT5.0/2.4G/USB-C, Hot Swappable, Software Support, Massive Battery, Thocky Sounding, 98 Keys teclado brown size blue cherry white numpad clicky air retro mecánico keycaps red halo split inalámbrico best orange thocky number, switchesd quiet zoom origins cream sounding linear hotswap half gateron switches thocky keyboard bluetooth keyboard, creamy sounding keyboard, creamy mechanical keyboard. Review: Great mechanical keyboard and seller delivery support - The keyboard works flawlessly and has a really great mechanical feel and sound. The keyboard delivery was very prompt and thank you to the team for providing a hassle free online purchasing equipment Review: Excellent keyboard for the money - Why did you choose this product over others?: Needed a new keyboard having been stuck with a cheap mechanical one with some very sketchy blue switches for too long. Aided with some handy vouchers from work I decided to splurge. The screen on this keyboard is a gimmick but also nice to have a clock available when in a game/watching something full screen and you've once again misplaced your watch - screen is excellent quality and can have GIFs looping on it however does require the supporting software to be open/running which isn't worth the effort unless you want to show off. Weight: Surprisingly heavy, albeit my only previous experience with mechanical keyboards was with fairly cheap and nasty ones whereas this keyboard feels well made and solid Value for money: Excellent value for money, switches have a nice sound and feels very nice to type on. Battery life: No idea, only ever used it plugged in so could be good but might not be. Might try it one day but never far enough from the desk to justify it Build quality: Really good, whole keyboard is solid and well put together. Switches feel good, as do keycaps. Screen is surprisingly good. Feel: A joy compared to every other keyboard I've ever used. ## Features - Big Features on a Small Screen - Is there anything it can't display? Custom gif image, date. connection mode, WIN/MAC layout, battery status, etc. - Knob Design- Adjust volume, connection mode, backlit brightness/speed, RGB mode/color, all it takes is just a twist or a click. - BT5.0/2.4G/USB-C - Wireless keyboard with stable BT 5.0, hassle-free 2.4Ghz dongle plus USB-C wired mode set no limits about your keyboard connection. - Gaming Friendly Top-Mount Design - Offers a superior tactile consistency, firm feeling, and better noice reducing creamy keyboard. - Sound Absorbing Foams - Equipped with IXPE switch dampener pad, 2 layers of thicker sound-absorbing foams, silicone dampener pad, which reduces 40% noise and removes 80% hallow sound. Bringing creamy or thocky sounding, natural and clear feedback, no more cavities noise. - Hot swappable mechanical keyboard - Hot-swap PCB allows you to replace 3 pins/5 pins switches freely without soldering issue. Enjoy the fun of making your own unique keyboard. - Double-shot PBT Keycaps - Provide superior fingertip feel, never-fading letters and exceptional durability. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0CQ2MSP2B | | Additional Features | Backlit, Hot-Swappable, Hotkeys and Media Keys, Integrated Stand, Rechargeable | | Antenna Location | gaming, office work, customization by enthusiasts | | Best Sellers Rank | #22,025 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #515 in Computer Keyboards | | Brand | RK ROYAL KLUDGE | | Built-In Media | Wireless Dongle | | Button Quantity | 98 | | Color | Clay Green | | Compatible Amazon Tablet Models | Amazon Fire 7 Kids 12th Generation | | Compatible Devices | Laptop, PC, Smartphone, Tablet | | Compatible Operating System Family | Windows | | Compatible Tablet Computer Models | AAUB P30 | | Compatible devices | Laptop, PC, Smartphone, Tablet | | Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, USB-C | | Connectivity technology | Bluetooth, USB-C | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 869 Reviews | | Enclosure Material | FR4, Metall | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 41L x 14W x 4.2H centimeters | | Keyboard Backlighting Color Support | Single Color | | Keyboard Description | Multi Functional | | Keyboard Layout | QWERTY | | Keyboard description | Multi Functional | | Manufacturer | RK ROYAL KLUDGE | | Mechanical Keyboard Switch Model | Cherry MX Brown | | Model Name | S98 | | Model Number | RK S98 | | Number of Batteries Required | 1 | | Number of Keys | 98 | | Number of Sections | 1 | | Power Source | Battery Powered | | Recommended uses for product | gaming, office work, customization by enthusiasts | | Special features | Backlit, Hot-Swappable , Hotkeys and Media Keys , Integrated Stand, Rechargeable | | Style Name | Natural, Silicone, Wireless, Bright, Lace | | Switch Type | Mechanics | | Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant | ## Product Details - **Brand:** RK ROYAL KLUDGE - **Compatible devices:** Laptop, PC, Smartphone, Tablet - **Connectivity technology:** Bluetooth, USB-C - **Keyboard description:** Multi Functional - **Recommended uses for product:** gaming, office work, customization by enthusiasts ## Images ![RK ROYAL KLUDGE S98 Mechanical Keyboard w/Smart Display & Knob, Top Mount 96% Wireless Mechanical Keyboard BT/2.4G/USB-C, Hot Swappable, Software Support, Creamy Sounding, 98 Keys - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61UxZqXGOgL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: How can I get the software and the latest version of the firmware?** A: 1. Download the software via bit.ly/RKALL24 2. Effortlessly configure your RK device via the web driver - bit.ly/RKWEBAPP Copy the link above to the search bar & run the driver via wired mode or 2.4Ghz Mode. **Q: How to correct the time/volume on the screen?** A: When you open the software in wired mode, the screen time or volume will automatically synchronize with the one on your computer. **Q: Why the keyboard becomes disconnected in the BT mode?** A: When the battery level is low, the keyboard cannot support the BT function normally, Please re-update the BT function of the device and fully charge the keyboard. **Q: Can it work with a PS4, PS5 or Xbox?** A: RK keyboards are compatible with some games of PS4, PS5 and Xbox on wired mode. Our keyboard can't connect with Xbox one, PS4 and PS5 through Bluetooth mode **Q: Why is the S98 mechanical keyboard still not working after connecting the cable?** A: Please check the connection mode first. Make sure it's set to Wired Mode by using the connection switch on the top-left or selecting Wired Mode in the keyboard screen settings. Once switched, the keyboard should work normally. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great mechanical keyboard and seller delivery support *by R***M on 29 May 2026* The keyboard works flawlessly and has a really great mechanical feel and sound. The keyboard delivery was very prompt and thank you to the team for providing a hassle free online purchasing equipment ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent keyboard for the money *by B***S on 4 July 2025* Why did you choose this product over others?: Needed a new keyboard having been stuck with a cheap mechanical one with some very sketchy blue switches for too long. Aided with some handy vouchers from work I decided to splurge. The screen on this keyboard is a gimmick but also nice to have a clock available when in a game/watching something full screen and you've once again misplaced your watch - screen is excellent quality and can have GIFs looping on it however does require the supporting software to be open/running which isn't worth the effort unless you want to show off. Weight: Surprisingly heavy, albeit my only previous experience with mechanical keyboards was with fairly cheap and nasty ones whereas this keyboard feels well made and solid Value for money: Excellent value for money, switches have a nice sound and feels very nice to type on. Battery life: No idea, only ever used it plugged in so could be good but might not be. Might try it one day but never far enough from the desk to justify it Build quality: Really good, whole keyboard is solid and well put together. Switches feel good, as do keycaps. Screen is surprisingly good. Feel: A joy compared to every other keyboard I've ever used. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The sound and typing experience is amazing. *by A***R on 21 October 2024* This is my 2nd Royal Kludge keyboard and I am very impressed. I've had mechanical keyboards from Logitech, Keychron, Corsair, Drevo and Redragon and I like my RK ones more. This one in particular is just super satisfying to type on. I love the creamy sound from the keys, it's unlike anything else I've owned so far. The green and clay-red color scheme also looks awesome. Keycaps are soft touch but not shine-through which is a bit of a disappointment but not a deal breaker. The little screen and knob is easy to use and actually useful. It's nice to change settings in a menu vs using function keys, and being able to check the time when enjoying full screen entertainment is also handy to me. My audio setup is also able to use the knob as a volume control which is an added bonus. All three connectivity modes work well for me - Bluetooth is reliable, 2.4Ghz is fast and reliable, and wired mode is also fast and reliable. Range on BT/2.4Ghz is average, but since this isnt really an HTPC keyboard I don't think it matters much. My only complaint is the battery life. RK claims they have a gigantic battery in this keyboard but I only get 2-3 days of use between charges, and it takes a loooooong time to charge so it ends up being plugged in a little more than I'd like. If I keep the RGB lighting on the 2nd lowest setting, I can get another day or two of usage but I wish I didn't have to charge this keyboard once a week. I really like this keyboard overall and I'd definitely recommend it! It's a good keyboard for full price but RK has sales all the time so I'd wait for a 20-25% discount, where it becomes a killer deal in my opinion. Edit: 3 months in and still very fun to type on and 100% reliable. I just keep the backlighting off most of the time now to conserve battery and it lasts a while without the backlight on 2.4Ghz link (2-3 weeks light use). Only thing I don't like after a few months of use is having to press fn + PgDn for the End key. ## Frequently Bought Together - RK ROYAL KLUDGE S98 Mechanical Keyboard w/Smart Display & Knob, Top Mount 96% Wireless Mechanical Keyboard BT/2.4G/USB-C, Hot Swappable, Software Support, Creamy Sounding, 98 Keys - LOFREE Touch PBT Wireless Mouse with USB Receiver, Bluetooth, Wired Connection, Rechargeable, 4000 DPI with OLED Screen Compatible with Glass Surface for Mac Windows PC Notebook/Block Retro Grey --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/637347921-rk-royal-kludge-s98-mechanical-keyboard-w-smart-display-knob](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/637347921-rk-royal-kludge-s98-mechanical-keyboard-w-smart-display-knob) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-08-09*