Confused by the Ajazz AK820 Series? Here's a Simple Breakdown 🧩
Ajazz has packed a whole lineup under the AK820 name, and let’s be honest—it can get a little confusing.
They all have:
- ✅ 75% Layout (with arrow keys and function row access)
- ✅ A volume knob (rotary encoder)
- ✅ Mechanical switches
But the differences come down to lighting, connectivity, design, and battery life.
Let's Make It Simple! 🚀
TL;DR
🔹 AK820 Uber Basic
The most stripped-down version.
- Wired only
- No backlighting
- Square edges
If you just want a solid, no-frills mechanical keyboard—this is it.
🔹 AK820 Basic
Same as Uber Basic but with white backlighting.
- Wired only
- White backlighting
- Square edges
Still simple, but a bit easier to see in the dark.
🔹 AK820 Standard
Adds full RGB lighting.
- Wired only
- RGB backlighting
- Square edges
- You get more options for switches like the Sea Salt linear.
Perfect for gamers or RGB lovers who don’t need wireless.
🔹 AK820 Pro
The fanciest square-edged model.
- Wireless (Bluetooth & 2.4GHz)
- RGB backlighting
- Built-in screen for system info
Ideal for those who want a more advanced experience and don’t mind square edges.
🔹 AK820 Max
A newer sub series within the AK820 lineup.
- Wireless
- RGB backlighting
- Rounded design
- Has 2 variants - with and without a display.
- Comes in a variety of fancy keycap options like the one on the right.
- Has better sound dampening providing a more muted and thockier sound profile.
Looks sleeker and feels a bit more modern.
🔹 AK820 Max Plus
Like the Max, but with an 8000mAh battery.
- Wireless
- RGB backlighting
- Rounded design
- Longer battery life
If you don’t want to worry about charging for weeks, this one’s your best bet.
📝 Final Thoughts
If you care most about price, go for Uber Basic or Basic.
If you love lights, start from Standard and up.
Want wireless? Look at the Pro, Max, or Max Plus.
Need the biggest battery? Just get the Max Plus.
Simple as that. 👍
What About The Hall Effect Variants? 🧲
If you're after cutting-edge performance, Ajazz has introduced Hall Effect (HE) switch versions of the AK820 Max lineup. These use hall sensors and magnetic switches instead of traditional mechanical contact—giving you adjustable actuation, better durability, and ultra-low latency, especially paired with an 8K polling rate.
Here's a quick look at the HE lineup:
🔹 AK820 Max HE
The entry level HE in the series.
- Wired only
- RGB Backlighting
- Rounded design
- 8k polling rate
Considering that this is priced between the AK820 Standard and AK820 Pro, this is an excellent option.
🔹 AK820 Max + HE
Same as the standard Max HE but supports wireless connectivity.
- Wired & Wireless
- RGB Backlighting
- Rounded design
- 8k polling rate on Wired & 1k polling rate on wireless
- Some variants have a display
Essentially the AK820 Max Plus beefed up with hall effect features.
🔹 AK820 Max + Ultra HE
The flagship of the entire series ~
- Wired & Wireless
- RGB Backlighting
- Rounded design
- 8k polling rate on both wired and wireless connections
- 8000 mAh battery
The cream of the crop - the Max Plus Ultra is the flagship of the AK820 series, offering all the features.
