Akko
Akko MOD007 HE Year of Dragon
Best premium keyboard for enthusiasts seeking unique aesthetics.
The Akko Year of Dragon Keyboard is a premium mechanical keyboard designed for enthusiasts and gamers. It features an 8K Hz polling rate for ultra-low latency and customizable actuation distance from 0.1mm to 3.3mm. The rapid trigger function allows for immediate key activation and deactivation with minimal travel, ideal for competitive gaming. This keyboard boasts a unique Cyan Chinese Dragon theme with Cherry Profile Dye-Sub Keycaps and a durable three-tone anodized aluminum case. It supports dynamic keystrokes, toggle key functionality, and Akko's Snap Key implementation of SOCD for responsive control. The magnetic switches offer precise, adjustable input, and the keyboard includes both Aluminum and FR4 plates for customizable sound and feel. With on-board memory, your settings are saved directly to the hardware, eliminating the need for background software.
$199.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1055
/ 3786
#1055 in Keyboards
Price vs Category Average
+43%
Above average
Polling Rate
8
/ K Hz
Who it's for
- Competitive gamers seeking an edge in speed and control.
- Enthusiasts valuing high-quality materials and unique, collectible designs.
- Keyboard enthusiasts who enjoy personalizing their typing and gaming setup.
Who should skip it
- Beginners unfamiliar with advanced keyboard customization software.
- Users prioritizing wireless convenience and a minimalist workspace.
- Budget-conscious buyers or those new to the mechanical keyboard hobby.
Performance breakdown
Input Latency
The 8K Hz polling rate delivers near-instantaneous response for competitive gaming.
Switch Customization
Adjustable actuation and rapid trigger settings offer unparalleled control over every keystroke.
Build Integrity
Three-tone anodized aluminum provides a premium, rock-solid foundation for heavy typing.
Acoustic Versatility
Swappable Aluminum and FR4 plates allow for fine-tuning your preferred typing sound.
Software Independence
On-board memory stores your complex configurations directly on the hardware.
Advanced Control Features
SOCD and dynamic keystrokes provide professional-grade utility for high-level gaming performance.
Key Specs
Polling Rate
8K Hz
Switches
V1 (Cream Yellow Magnetic Switches), V2 (Astrolink Magnetic Switches)
Keycaps
Cherry Profile Dye-Sub Keycaps
Case
Three Tone Anodized Aluminum
Customizable Actuation Distance
0.1mm~3.3mm
Rapid Trigger
0.01mm~2mm
Dynamic Keystrokes
Up to 4 actions per key
Snap Key
Akko's Implementation of SOCD
Features
- 8K Hz Polling Rate for Near-Zero Latency
- Customizable Actuation and Rapid Trigger
- Dynamic Keystrokes for Multiple Actions
- Toggle Key for Dual Functionality
- Akko Snap Key (SOCD) for Responsive Control
- Premium Three-Tone Anodized Aluminum Case
- PBT Dye-Sub Keycaps with Dragon Theme
- Includes Aluminum and FR4 Plates
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Akko MOD007 HE Year of Dragon for its exceptional design and robust build quality. The unique Year of Dragon aesthetics are a significant draw, often described as stunning and meticulously crafted, making it a standout piece. Users frequently highlight the premium feel of the materials and the satisfying typing experience, attributing it to the thoughtful engineering. This combination of striking visual appeal and solid construction creates a highly desirable product for enthusiasts.
Know before you buy
The 8K Hz polling rate significantly reduces input latency by reporting to your computer 8,000 times per second. This provides a faster, more responsive connection that is particularly beneficial for competitive gaming where every millisecond counts.
Using magnetic switches, you can customize the travel distance required for a keypress to register, ranging from 0.1mm to 3.3mm. This allows you to set a hair-trigger sensitivity for gaming or a deeper, more traditional feel for typing.
No, the keyboard features on-board memory that stores your actuation, rapid trigger, and key mapping settings directly on the hardware. Once configured via the Akko driver, your settings will persist even if you plug the keyboard into a different computer.
The Aluminum plate provides a stiffer, more rigid typing feel with a sharper sound profile, while the FR4 plate offers a slightly softer, more flexible typing experience. You can swap between them to customize the keyboard's acoustics and tactile feedback to your preference.
Akko Snap Key is an implementation of SOCD (Simultaneous Opposing Cardinal Directions) that helps prioritize specific inputs when multiple keys are pressed at once. It is designed to improve movement responsiveness in games by ensuring your character reacts instantly to directional changes.
While the keyboard is fully compatible with Windows, the Akko driver is primarily designed for Windows and web-based configuration. You can use the keyboard on a Mac for standard typing, but advanced customization features may be limited without access to the driver.
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