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ASUS Republic Reveals New Esports Gear at Computex 2025
Home » Emerging technologies » Gaming » ASUS Republic Reveals New Esports Gear at Computex 2025 ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) announced a new range of esports-focused products at Computex 2025. The brand reaffirmed its commitment to competitive gaming through the unveiling of several high-performance devices. The lineup includes the ROG Falcata 75% gaming keyboard, ROG Harpe II Ace gaming mouse, and the Strix Ace XG248 gaming monitor. Also revealed were the ROG Courser and Destrier Core gaming chairs, along with the ROG Sheath II XXL mouse pad. ROG emphasized that its Ace products were co-developed with professional esports players. These devices feature top-tier performance to meet the demands of competitive gaming. Max 'Demon1' Mazanov, a VALORANT Champions winner, helped design the Harpe II Ace for optimized claw and fingertip grip use. Kris Huang, General Manager of ASUS Gaming & Workspace Gear, stated, 'Our mission is simple: to equip the next generation of champions with the tools they need to reach the top.' In addition, ROG announced a brand partnership with CS2 star Mathieu 'ZywOo' Herbaut. He will assist in testing and developing new keyboard products. The brand also reported continued collaborations with esports teams like NRG Sports and Team Vitality. The newly revealed ROG Falcata is a 75% split keyboard designed for adaptability. Users can detach the left module to free up desk space for mouse movement. It uses ROG HFX V2 Magnetic Switches with a 100-million-keypress lifespan and customizable actuation ranging from 0.1–3.5mm. The keyboard offers a Rapid Trigger toggle for instant response It features 8000Hz polling rate and ROG SpeedNova 8K wireless tech Tri-mode connectivity supports USB, Bluetooth, and 2.4GHz wireless The ROG Harpe II Ace gaming mouse is built using bio-based nylon and weighs just 48 grams. It includes the ROG AimPoint Pro sensor with 42,000 dpi and track-on-glass technology. The mouse has a true wireless 8000Hz polling rate and supports ROG Gear Link for easy browser-based configuration. ASUS also revealed the Strix Ace XG248 monitor with a 610Hz refresh rate and 0.8ms input lag, designed specifically for esports. The ROG Sheath II XXL mouse pad was introduced with cooling fabric and a large surface area of 900 x 400mm. It includes a nonslip rubber base and flat-stitched edges. Additionally, the ROG Courser chair features a 90–155° recline range and 4D adjustable lumbar support. The Destrier Core, now in Moonlight White, offers a breathable mesh build and elevated armrests for mobile gaming. ZywOo, now part of Team Vitality, praised the ROG Falchion Ace keyboard. He described the switches as 'supersmooth and fast,' noting they boost his in-game confidence. With these announcements, ASUS Republic of Gamers continues to solidify its position in the esports hardware market.
Tom's Guide
20-05-2025
- Tom's Guide
I finally tried magnetic key switches, but I never thought I'd find them in a split keyboard that's also wireless
When I went to Asus' headquarters to see all of their new products ahead of the first day on the show floor at Computex 2025, I wasn't expecting a new keyboard to be revealed, especially a split one with magnetic switches. Oh, and did I mention it's also wireless? Just like when magnetic Hall Effect sensors first made their way to the best PC game controllers, I've been itching to try out these new magnetic sensors that are becoming increasingly popular in gaming keyboards. While these sensors help prevent stick drift in your controller, on the best mechanical keyboards, they provide you with greater accuracy. This is because you can fine-tune their actuation point (or where a keypress is registered when you press down on a key) to your liking. Over the past few years, we've seen all sorts of magnetic keyboards from companies like Keychron and Nuphy. While it was inevitable that bigger brands would join the fray, I never expected to find magnetic switches in a split keyboard from Asus. Here's everything you need to know about Asus' new ROG Falcata keyboard and why it's just as good for typing as it is for gaming. Unlike a traditional keyboard, the ROG Falcata is split in half right down the middle, though you can put both ends together if you prefer. Designed with gaming in mind, this 75% keyboard is just as good for typing due to its split design. You see, with a split keyboard like this, you can separate the two halves, which allows your hands to rest in a more natural position with them further apart. The ROG Falcata also comes with removable wrist rests that have a nice soft feel to them, which makes sense given that they're made of silicone. But that's not the only way you can customize this keyboard to your liking. When you flip the ROG Falcata over, besides attaching or removing the wrist rests, you can also adjust its height and angle. In the picture above, you can see the extra feet Asus includes with the Falcata. They allow you to raise the entire keyboard or just a part of it. For instance, you might want the middle of your keyboard to be higher so that it has a tent shape to it. I've seen this feature in some of the other split keyboards, but instead of removable feet, they often just have ones you can raise or lower. With the ROG Falcata, Asus is giving you quite a bit of flexibility in how you want to use it. As is the case with many other split keyboards, you don't have to use both sides at the same time. Instead, you can just use the left side so that you have plenty of space on your desk for one of the best gaming mice. This also makes the Falcata easier to travel with if you know you're just going to be using it for gaming, since you only need to bring one side of the keyboard. On the left edge of the ROG Falcata, there's also a multifunction wheel and button that allows you to customize it even further. You can use the wheel to tweak a variety of settings from the actuation point of its keys to the sensitivity of its Rapid Trigger feature, volume, media playback, keyboard lighting and more. Meanwhile, the button with the ROG logo above the wheel lets you easily switch to the fastest typing response and key repeat rates with a single tap. I don't know about you but I love being able to adjust my computer's volume with a knob or a wheel like this one so that I don't have to do so from within Windows itself or directly on a pair of the best computer speakers. For the ROG Falcata, Asus has given its magnetic key switches some serious upgrades. These pre-lubed switches have been redesigned from the ground up with a new snap-fit stem design that makes them more stable while also delivering more consistent keystrokes. At the same time, Asus has increased the size of its built-in magnets for improved precision and better accuracy. The switches can be customized for 0.1-3.5mm actuation, though you can also fine-tune them at 0.01mm intervals. Thanks to Asus' ROG Hall Sensors, you get more accurate input detection while reducing electrical noise and interference. However, their increased magnetic flux tolerance also makes them more precise overall. The ROG Falcata features an ultra-responsive 8,000 Hz polling rate. And thanks to Asus' ROG SpeedNova 8K wireless technology, the keyboard has a whopping 610 hours of battery life. We will have to put this to the test ourselves, but with that much battery life, you'll rarely need to charge this keyboard, which makes jumping right back into your favorite games even easier. With tri-mode connectivity on board, you can connect the ROG Falcata to one of the best gaming PCs over Bluetooth, using the included 2.4GHz wireless dongle. If you're an old-school PC gamer who wants the least amount of lag possible, you can always plug it in using a USB-C cable. In addition to more accuracy and better precision, Asus has also considered the keyboard's sound. The ROG Falcata has four integrated layers of dampening foam and other materials so that your typing won't distract your teammates or coworkers if you plan on using this keyboard in the office. It's rare to find one of the best gaming keyboards that's as comfortable to type on as it is to play games with, but the ROG Falcata checks both those boxes. Its split design lets your hands rest in a more natural position while its magnetic ROG HFX V2 switches give you both greater accuracy and control over your keystrokes. Obviously, this is one we're going to have to get in for testing, but during my brief time with the ROG Falcata at Asus' headquarters, I was very intrigued by both its design and how nice it felt to type on. Given that this is the company's first split keyboard and it's a wireless magnetic one at that, I expect it will be priced higher than some of its other offerings, as Asus hasn't given us a final price yet. Still, you're getting a very customizable keyboard with free attachable wrist rests in the box. I spent quite a few years using a split keyboard for better ergonomics, but at the time, I didn't really have a lot of choices to pick from. Even then, most of them had to be connected to your PC using a cable, and your keycap options were quite limited due to the fact that many of them use non-standard-sized keycaps. The ROG Falcata is scheduled to be released this summer, and I can't wait to literally get my hands on it. Let me know in the comments if you've ever used a split keyboard or would consider doing so. But for all the latest from on the ground at Computex 2025, stay tuned to Tom's Guide.
Hindustan Times
20-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
ASUS ROG unveils new esports gear, partners with top pro players at Computex 2025
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has showcased a range of new esports-focused products at Computex 2025.. The latest releases include the ROG Falcata 75% gaming keyboard, the esports-targeted ROG Harpe II Ace gaming mouse, the Strix Ace XG248 gaming monitor, new ROG Courser and Destrier Core gaming chairs, and the ROG Sheath II XXL mouse pad. ROG developed these products in collaboration with professional esports players to meet the demands of precision, speed, and reliability required in high-level play. Max Demon1 Mazanov, a VALORANT Champions winner, contributed to the design of the Harpe II Ace mouse, which focuses on optimising it for claw and fingertip grip styles. Also read: Google renames Find My Device to Find Hub: What's new, and why Android trackers still need work Kris Huang, General Manager of ASUS Gaming & Workspace Gear, said the company aims to provide gamers with reliable tools to perform well under pressure. ASUS also announced a partnership with renowned CS2 player Mathieu ZywOo Herbaut, who will assist in testing and developing new keyboard products. ROG maintains long-term collaborations with esports teams such as NRG Sports and Team Vitality, supplying gear for Team Vitality's Counter-Strike and VALORANT squads. The ROG Falcata keyboard features a 75 percent split design that allows users to reposition the left section and clears space for mouse movement. The keyboard uses ROG's hot-swappable HFX V2 Magnetic Switch, which offers adjustable actuation points from 0.1 to 3.5 mm, fine-tuned in 0.01 mm steps. The switches include a dust-resistant walled stem design and a snap-fit mechanism to reduce key wobble. Also read: ChatGPT now lets you download Deep Research reports as PDFs - here's how The Falcata also uses the ROG Hall Sensor for accurate input detection, which minimises electrical noise and interference. Its multifunction wheel and button enable quick adjustments to actuation points, media playback, and lighting settings. Additionally, the keyboard supports an 8000Hz polling rate and features ROG SpeedNova 8K wireless technology, delivering up to 610 hours of battery life. Users can connect to three devices simultaneously through Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless, or wired USB. The keyboard also includes four-layer dampening to reduce typing noise and detachable silicone wrist rests for comfort. The ROG Harpe II Ace mouse is designed for esports players seeking precision and speed. Made from bio-based nylon to reduce weight and environmental impact, it weighs 48 grams and features the ROG AimPoint Pro optical sensor with 42,000 dpi and track-on-glass technology. The mouse supports a true wireless 8000Hz polling rate enabled by the new ROG SpeedNova 8K technology. Also read: iOS 19 to take to boost iPhone's battery life with help of AI Developed with input from esports pros, including Demon1, the Harpe II Ace accommodates claw and fingertip grips with its tapered sidewalls and optimised button layout. It features optical micro switches rated for 100 million clicks and large PTFE feet for smooth gliding. Zone Mode optimises performance by maximising polling rate, disabling RGB lighting, and simplifying data signals. The mouse can be configured through a browser-based interface via ROG Gear Link without software installation. The Strix Ace XG248 gaming monitor debuted alongside the mouse. It uses a Super TN panel with a 610Hz refresh rate and 0.8ms input lag, which aims to deliver fast and responsive visuals for esports competition. Also read: Samsung unveils world's first 500Hz OLED monitor with QHD display and gamer-focused features The ROG Sheath II XXL mouse pad measures 900 x 400 mm and features cooling fabric for heat dissipation. Its rubber base prevents slipping, and its anti-fray stitched edges improve durability. ROG also introduced two new gaming chairs. The Courser chair offers a reclining system with synchronised back support and adjustable 4D armrests. It has customisable lumbar support and a detachable headrest. The Destrier Core chair is available in Moonlight White and includes breathable mesh, adjustable support, and features aimed at comfort during long sessions.
