Keyboard ASUS ROG Strix Flare Ii Animate
Storm Score 82 out of 100
Reviews 4 published
Outlets 4 publications
Top Outlet Digital Trends highest score
% Positive 75% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“Critics praise the Asus ROG Strix Flare II Animate for its robust build, satisfying typing feel and rich feature set, making it a top choice for gamers. Some reviewers note its bulky design as a drawback, but overall the keyboard is celebrated as a premium option.”

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Acclaimed 82 / 100
Tier Distribution 4 reviews total
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Universal Acclaim (90–100): 1 reviews
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 2 reviews
Mixed Reception (<70): 1 reviews

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Hot‑swappable keys
  • 8 000 Hz polling rate
  • Comfortable pleather wrist rest
  • Beautiful AniMe matrix
  • Premium build quality
  • Great performance

Points of Contention

  • Software could be more focused
  • Expensive for a wired keyboard
  • No ten‑keyless or 65 % versions
  • Bulky design
  • LED animation isn't impressive
  • Long cable adds clutter

Professional Reviews

4 reviews from 4 critics
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Jacob Roach
Digital Trends

“The ROG Strix Flare II Animate is the go‑to gaming keyboard in 2022.”

Perfect 5/5
88
RTINGS.com
RTINGS

“The ASUS ROG Strix Flare II Animate is an incredible gaming keyboard.”

Acclaimed 88/100
75
Alice Jovanée
The Verge

“The LED panel, on the other hand, shouldn’t be the reason you purchase this keyboard.”

Acclaimed 7.5/10
65
Cesar Cadenas
TechRadar

“The Asus ROG Strix Flare II Animate is a good choice for people who want a premium keyboard but its bulky design coupled with its mish‑mash of features results in a messy device.”

Mixed 3.25/5

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