PC POWER K98 WH Gaming Keyboard — Product Overview
The PC POWER K98 WH Gaming Keyboard is a wired, white-finish mechanical board built around a 98-key compact layout, hot-swappable blue switches, and full RGB illumination over a USB Type-C link. It is made for players who want tactile, click-confirmed keystrokes and switch-level personalisation without paying flagship money. Estimated price in Bangladesh: BDT 2,500–3,500 — an indicative figure only, since retail pricing shifts often; the live number sits on the CSI product page.
Product Classification
The K98 WH is a wired mechanical gaming keyboard from PC Power's K-series, with the "WH" tag marking its white colourway. It falls under gaming input peripherals — specifically the compact mechanical keyboard class that keeps a numeric keypad while trimming the wider dead space of a full 104-key board. In practical terms, it slots into the entry-to-mid enthusiast bracket and is aimed at three overlapping buyers: the competitive gamer, the tactile-typing coder, and the hobbyist who likes to open a keyboard up and change how it feels.
What Sets the K98 WH Apart
Most keyboards at this price lock you into whatever switch the factory soldered in. The K98 WH does the opposite. Its 3-pin hot-swap sockets let you pull a switch out with a puller and drop a new one in — no soldering iron, no warranty-voiding surgery. Buy it with the stock blue switches for that crisp, audible click, and if your taste drifts toward something linear or quieter later, the board comes with you instead of being replaced.
The white chassis is a deliberate design choice, not an afterthought. RGB light behaves differently on a pale frame — it bounces and diffuses instead of getting swallowed by black plastic — so the lighting reads brighter and cleaner across the deck. For anyone building a light-themed or "clean desk" setup, that matters more than a spec sheet suggests.
How It Performs in Daily Use
In fast games, the two things that quietly ruin a run are dropped inputs and lag. The K98 WH addresses both. N-Key Rollover with anti-ghosting means every key you mash lands independently — so a diagonal sprint held together with a crouch and a reload all register at once, without the board silently eating one of them. The wired USB Type-C connection removes the timing wobble you get from wireless polling, giving you input that arrives when you press, not a fraction later.
For typing and coding, the blue switches earn their keep. Each keystroke gives a tactile bump and a click you can hear, which translates to fewer mis-strikes over long sessions because your fingers get real confirmation. Add the retained numpad and you have a board that handles a spreadsheet or a numeric-heavy workflow as comfortably as it handles a match.
Onboard lighting control is the small convenience that adds up: brightness, speed, and effects like wave, ripple, breathing and reactive are all adjustable from the keyboard itself — no driver download, no background software running.
Who Should Buy It
- Competitive gamers who need reliable simultaneous key registration and wired, low-latency input.
- Programmers and writers who prefer tactile, click-confirmed keystrokes and want a numpad on hand.
- Keyboard hobbyists looking for an affordable hot-swap platform to experiment with different switch feels.
- Aesthetic-led setups where a white frame and vivid RGB are part of the desk's identity.
Compatibility & Requirements
The K98 WH works out of the box with Windows 10 and 11 on both desktops and laptops, and handles standard input duties on macOS and Linux as well. It needs a single free USB Type-A port — connected through the bundled Type-C cable — and installs no drivers, registering as a plug-and-play device the moment it's plugged in. The hot-swap sockets accept 3-pin MX-compatible switches, and the board takes standard MX-profile keycap sets, so both switch and keycap upgrades stay open to you. It draws power over USB, so there's no battery to charge or replace.
How It Compares
| Model |
Key Differentiator |
Est. Price (BDT) |
| PC POWER K98 WH (this) |
White chassis, hot-swap blue switch, 98-key + RGB |
2,500–3,500 |
| PC Power K98 (Black & White / Yellow keycap) |
Same platform, dual-tone keycap styling |
2,500–3,500 |
| PC Power K98 BK |
Black colourway of the same board |
2,500–3,500 |
| Full-size 104-key mechanical (generic) |
Full layout, larger desk footprint |
2,800–4,000 |
| TKL 87-key mechanical (generic) |
No numpad, most compact footprint |
2,500–3,800 |
Prices are indicative and change frequently — confirm on the CSI catalog.
CSI Assurance & Compliance
Every PC POWER K98 WH sold through CSI (csi.com.bd) is genuine, factory-sealed stock carried with the official 1-year manufacturer warranty. There is no refurbished or grey-market inventory in the mix — units are new, and each one is backed by CSI's standard after-sales support and warranty-claim handling in line with manufacturer policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the PC POWER K98 WH cost in Bangladesh?
Roughly BDT 2,500–3,500. Treat this as an estimate — prices move often, so the live figure on the CSI page is the one to trust.
Can I change the switches myself?
Yes. The 3-pin hot-swap sockets let you swap switches by hand with a puller — no soldering needed — using any MX-compatible 3-pin switch.
Will it drop inputs during fast gaming?
No. N-Key Rollover and anti-ghosting register every simultaneous press independently.
How many keys does it have, and is there a numpad?
98 keys, with the numeric keypad kept intact in a space-saving layout.
Does it need software or drivers?
No. It's plug-and-play over USB Type-C, and lighting is controlled directly from the keyboard.
Is the CSI unit genuine and covered by warranty?
Yes — genuine, sealed stock with a 1-year official warranty.
How is the WH different from the Black & White / Yellow keycap version?
Same underlying 98-key hot-swap RGB board; the difference is the chassis and keycap colour styling.
How soon can I get it?
CSI delivers nationwide; timing depends on your location — details below.
Buying It in Bangladesh
CSI ships the K98 WH across Bangladesh, with in-store pickup available too. You can pay by bKash, Nagad, Cash on Delivery, card, or bank transfer, and EMI is available on eligible cards (subject to your bank's terms). Warranty claims go through CSI's service channel with your proof of purchase, and bulk or corporate orders are supported — reach out to CSI sales for a quote.
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