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| Spec |  Keychron Keychron C1 Pro 8K $55 “Wired retro TKL with 8000Hz polling, QMK and OSA keycaps” |  Keychron Keychron K8 Max $95–$125 “TKL with 2.4 GHz, QMK and a 4000 mAh battery” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $55 | $95–$125 |
| Size | TKL | TKL |
| Type | Pre-built | Pre-built |
| Connectivity , different | Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2025 | 2024 |
| Mounting , different | Tray Mount | Integrated Plate |
| Case , different | Plastic | ABS, or ABS with aluminum frame |
| Colors , different | See the store | Black, White |
| Weight , different | 830 ± 10 g | 1158 g (ABS), 1308 g (aluminum frame) |
| Dimensions , different | 357.44 x 130.76 mm | 354.21 x 124.18 mm (ABS), 359.20 x 129.20 mm (aluminum frame) |
| Typing angle | Not listed | Not listed |
| Front height | Not listed | Not listed |
| Switches | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps , different | OSA-profile double-shot PBT, not shine-through | Double-shot PBT |
| PCB | Hot-swap | Hot-swap |
| Plates | Not listed | Not listed |
| Battery , different | — | 4000 mAh, up to 190 hours |
| Compatible switches | MX-style | MX-style |
| Software , different | QMK, Keychron Launcher | QMK, VIA, Keychron Launcher |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB , different | Yes | No |
| Features , different | TKL layout, Wired, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA | TKL layout, Tri-mode, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA |
| Good for , different | Budget typists and gamers who want 8000Hz People who like retro looks | Buyers who want QMK and a dongle in a TKL Casual customizers who want a heavy, ready-made board Users who switch between a Mac and a PC |
| Skip if , different | Anyone who wants wireless Buyers who prefer a soft gasket feel | Enthusiasts who want the most advanced sound tuning Gamers who want Hall-effect or 8 kHz features Anyone who needs to carry the board often |
| Pros , different | Up to 8000Hz polling that worked flawlessly in Notebookcheck's review OSA keycaps and adjustable feet made typing comfortable (Tom's Guide) Solid build and clean stabilizer sound for the price (Notebookcheck) Hot-swap Super switches with QMK and Launcher | 2.4 GHz at 1000 Hz, Bluetooth and wired (maker) Good value, with a thocky sound on brown switches (MakeUseOf) PBT keycaps and a heavy, sturdy frame QMK with hot-swap sockets and three switch choices 4000 mAh battery rated up to 190 hours with the backlight off |
| Cons , different | Wired only (both reviews) Switches can be tricky to remove (Tom's Guide) Stiff tray mount; some will want a cushioned feel (Notebookcheck) Notebookcheck hit trouble updating firmware, and the keycaps are not shine-through | Plastic base limits advanced customizers (MakeUseOf) RGB customization is wide but shallow (MakeUseOf) Adjustable feet could be larger (MakeUseOf) Heavy for travel Battery drops to about 100 hours with the backlight on low (MakeUseOf) |
| Research take , different | A well-reviewed budget wired TKL with 8000Hz. If you need a numpad, the C2 Pro 8K is the full-size version. | The most balanced K8 for most buyers, reviewed positively by MakeUseOf. |