TUF Gaming K3 Gen II

ASUS TUF Gaming K3 Gen II keyboard with compact 97-key layout, optical-mechanical RGB switches, silicone-gasket mount, dampening foam, IP57 waterproofing, a detachable top plate, and Aura Sync compatibility.
  • Compact, portable design: 97-key layout is highly portable and frees up more space for the mousing hand, and rear cable management slot allows for neater desktop setups
  • IP57 waterproofing and dust resistance: Industry-leading protection for easy cleaning and long-lasting durability
  • Optical-mechanical RGB switches: Featuring n-key rollover, 100% anti-ghosting, and 100-million-keypress lifespan
  • Silicone-gasket mount and dampening foam: Absorbs pinging noises and echoes for improved keyboard acoustics and unrivaled typing experiences
  • Detachable top plate: Allows for different looks and easy maintenance
  • RGB lighting and Aura Sync: Per-key RGB lighting with up to 16.8- million colors, and Armoury Crate software for intuitive adjustments and syncing with ASUS Aura-enabled products
TUF Gaming K3 Gen II
TUF Gaming K3 Gen II Keyboard front view to the right.
TUF Gaming K3 Gen II

Gear Up, Battle On

ASUS TUF Gaming K3 Gen II is a portable gaming keyboard that offers full functionality within a compact design. It has an IP57 waterproof and dust-resistance rating to ensure ample protection against desktop spills and dirt. TUF Gaming K3 Gen II boasts optical-mechanical RGB switches with a 100-million-keypress lifespan, plus an advanced gasket mount design and dampening foam for superior typing experiences. The detachable top cover allows for easy personalization and makes routine maintenance easy.

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TUF Gaming K3 Gen II Keyboard laying on top of a 100% keyboard, showing its compact form factor.

Compact and Portable Layout

ASUS TUF Gaming K3 Gen II features a 97-key layout with dedicated arrow and navigation keys, providing gamers with a portable and compact gaming keyboard that doesn’t sacrifice functionality.

TUF Gaming K3 Gen II Keyboard front covered with dust and water, showcasing its IP57 feature.

All-Round Protection

An IP57 rating ensures the keyboard is fully protected from dirt and spills. It can even withstand being immersed in water up to one meter deep for up to 30 minutes.

*The IP57 rating relates to pure water only. Any misuse or abuse of the keyboard will invalidate the warranty. Please ensure that the USB port is completely dry before charging.

Optical Mechanical Switches

The Optical-Mechanical RGB Switches used in the TUF Gaming K3 Gen II feature n-key rollover and 100% anti-ghosting so each keystroke is logged correctly, and a 100-million-keypress lifespan for longevity. Plus, the switches include RGB LEDs for all-round per-key lighting.

  • Red Optical Mechanical Switches.

    RED. LINEAR

    • 4.0 MM
      TRAVEL DISTANCE
    • 1.8 MM
      ACTUATION POINT
    • 35 G
      ACTUATION FORCE
  • Blue Optical Mechanical Switches.

    BLUE. CLICKY

    • 4.0 MM
      TRAVEL DISTANCE
    • 1.8 MM
      ACTUATION POINT
    • 55 G
      TACTILE FORCE
Focus on the switches of TUF Gaming K3 Gen II Keyboard numpad, without keycaps.

Silicone Gasket-Mount Design and Sound Dampening

ASUS TUF Gaming K3 Gen II features a thoughtful design that employs a silicone gasket mount to minimize vibration and provides more cushioned and pleasant typing feel. Integrated dampening foam further absorbs pinging noises and echoes for quieter keystrokes.

  • Interior of TUF Gaming K3 Gen II Keyboard – silicone gasket mount.

    GASKET

  • Interior of TUF Gaming K3 Gen II Keyboard – dampening foam.

    FOAM

A removed detachable cover placed on top of TUF Gaming K3 Gen II Keyboard.

Detachable Top Cover

Personalization and cleaning is easy, thanks to a detachable top cover.

TUF Gaming K3 Gen II Keyboard showcasing its RGB lighting effect.

AURA SYNC

All-Key RGB Lighting & AURA SYNC

ASUS TUF Gaming K3 Gen II offers unlimited personalization options with its 16.8-million-color, per-key RGB lighting. Use ASUS Armoury Crate’s intuitive UI to adjust colors, lighting modes, or to synchronize with other ASUS Aura-enabled products and accessories to create a unified gaming setup.

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