ASUS enhances its ProArt series with a sleek keyboard and an intelligent creator mouse.

      The new ProArt KD300 and MD301 are crafted to simplify tasks for designers, editors, and creators.

      ASUS has long offered an array of powerful laptops and monitors for creators, but options for keyboards and mice have been somewhat limited. To address this gap, ASUS is expanding its ProArt accessory range. Taking center stage is the ProArt Keyboard KD300, a compact low-profile keyboard designed to pair seamlessly with the ProArt Mouse MD301, providing creators with a cohesive desktop setup focused on productivity rather than gaming.

      A compact keyboard that maintains functionality

      The ProArt Keyboard KD300 features a 65% layout, making it much smaller than a typical full-size keyboard while still including the essential navigation keys that creators frequently use. ASUS has chosen ASUS RX Red low-profile optical switches to provide a fast, responsive, and smooth linear keystroke experience in a slimmer and quieter design, which is more comfortable for long editing tasks.

      ASUS has also incorporated several productivity-oriented features, such as tri-mode wireless connectivity, allowing users to easily switch between multiple computers or tablets, supporting the pairing of up to five devices simultaneously. The keyboard includes customizable keys, an innovative touch panel, and creative shortcuts that work with ASUS’ new web-based Gear Link interface, enabling quick adjustments of profiles, key mappings, and macros across various creative software.

      The ProArt mouse is designed for creators as well

      Accompanying the keyboard is the ProArt Mouse MD301, an ergonomic wireless mouse tailored for photo editors, video creators, and designers. It boasts an 8,000 DPI optical tracking sensor that functions even on glass surfaces, dual scroll wheels (including a side wheel) for navigating extensive timelines and spreadsheets, six programmable buttons, and tri-mode connectivity. Focused on productivity, ASUS has integrated its SmartShift scroll wheel, which automatically toggles between precise line-by-line scrolling and a faster free-spin mode based on the speed with which the wheel is flicked.

      One notable feature is the hot-swappable main buttons, allowing users to replace worn-out left and right click switches to prolong the mouse's lifespan or customize the clicking experience using standard Push-Fit sockets. ASUS claims that the MD301 can provide up to 180 days of battery life on a full charge, and a quick one-minute USB-C charge offers around eight hours of light usage, making it perfect for professionals who spend all day at their desks.

      Instead of pursuing RGB lighting options or ultra-high gaming polling rates, ASUS is strategically targeting a different demographic. The KD300 and MD301 are designed for prolonged work sessions, compact desk setups, and creative workflows, where comfort and efficiency are prioritized over esports features.

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