ATK has introduced the RS8 Air and RS8 Neo, two 87-key gaming keyboards designed for competitive gaming and everyday typing. Both models feature a tenkeyless layout that retains the function row and standard function keys while removing the number pad, giving users more desk space for mouse movement without sacrificing commonly used keys.
The ATK RS8 Air and RS8 Neo share a similar design, featuring matte PC keycaps, a mirror-finish mechanical-wing-inspired side structure, and a five-layer internal filling system. Both keyboards also use a gasket-mounted structure, which is designed to influence typing feel and help manage vibration during use.
The RS8 Air uses ATK’s third-generation Ultra magnetic switch solution, with the company advertising end-to-end latency as low as 0.28 milliseconds and an adjustment accuracy of 0.001mm. The magnetic switch system is aimed at competitive players who need precise control over key actuation and reset behavior. ATK has also included a physical mode-switching lever that lets users switch between onboard presets with a single action.
The RS8 Neo, meanwhile, uses a mechanical switch design with support for dual 8K operation over 2.4GHz wireless and wired connections. It retains the tactile feel associated with conventional mechanical switches while adding gaming features such as SOCD (Simultaneous Opposing Cardinal Directions) and MT (Mod-Tap). These functions allow more flexible key behavior in supported games, particularly for players who use customized movement and input configurations.
The RS8 Neo also supports tri-mode connectivity, offering multiple connection options for different setups. ATK says its wireless design is intended to provide stable, low-latency input for gaming without requiring a permanent wired connection.
The two keyboards therefore target different preferences: the RS8 Air focuses on magnetic switch precision, while the RS8 Neo combines mechanical switches with high-speed connectivity and advanced input features. ATK has not yet disclosed pricing or regional availability in the supplied announcement details. Further specifications, including battery capacity, available switch options, and software features, have also not been confirmed.
ATK RS8 Air and RS8 Neo Specifications
| Specification | ATK RS8 Air | ATK RS8 Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Keyboard layout | 87-key (TKL) | 87-key (TKL) |
| Switch technology | Third-generation ultra-magnetic switches | Mechanical switches |
| Advertised latency | As low as 0.28ms | Not specified |
| Adjustment accuracy | 0.001mm | Not specified |
| Polling rate | Not specified | Dual 8K solution |
| Connectivity | Not specified | Wired, 2.4GHz wireless, tri-mode connectivity |
| Gaming features | Physical mode-switching lever, onboard presets | SOCD, Mod-Tap (MT) |
| Keycaps | Matte PC keycaps | Matte PC keycaps |
| Construction | Five-layer filling, gasket-mounted structure | Five-layer filling, gasket-mounted structure |
| Side design | Mirror-finish mechanical-wing-inspired structure | Mirror-finish mechanical-wing-inspired structure |
| Pricing | Not announced | Not announced |
| Availability | Not announced | Not announced |
