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| Spec |  Keychron Keychron C2 $44–$64 “Budget wired full-size with a retro look and no software” |  Keychron Keychron C2 Pro 8K $65 “Wired full-size with 8000Hz polling and no knob” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $44–$64 | $65 |
| Size | Full | Full |
| Type | Pre-built | Pre-built |
| Connectivity | Wired | Wired |
| Released , different | 2020 | 2025 |
| Mounting | Tray Mount | Tray Mount |
| Case | Plastic | Plastic |
| Colors | See the store | See the store |
| Weight , different | About 829g / 29.2oz | 975 ± 10 g |
| Dimensions , different | 435.6 x 130mm | 436.48 x 130.33 mm |
| Typing angle | Not listed | Not listed |
| Front height | Not listed | Not listed |
| Switches | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps , different | OEM-profile double-shot ABS (ABS on the non-backlit version) | OSA-profile double-shot PBT, not shine-through |
| PCB | Hot-swap | Hot-swap |
| Plates | Not listed | Not listed |
| Compatible switches | MX-style | MX-style |
| Software , different | None | QMK, Keychron Launcher |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB | Yes | Yes |
| Features , different | Full layout, Wired, Hot-swap | Full layout, Wired, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA |
| Good for , different | Budget buyers who need a numpad People who like a retro look | Budget gamers who need a numpad and high polling Typists who want QMK-style customization |
| Skip if , different | Anyone who wants to remap in software Buyers who want wireless or PBT keycaps | Anyone who wants wireless or a knob Buyers who prefer a cushioned feel |
| Pros , different | Full-size layout with a numpad in a budget board Optional hot-swap version Retro color scheme and Windows and Mac keycaps (Keychron) 15+ backlight modes on the RGB version (Keychron) | 8000Hz polling on a budget full-size (SemiPro) Launcher customization and improved Super switches (SemiPro) Lubed plate-mount stabilizers and hot-swap for 3-pin and 5-pin switches (SemiPro) Build and sound praised on the C1 Pro 8K sibling (Notebookcheck) |
| Cons , different | No QMK, VIA or software remapping (Keychron) On the C1 sibling, PCMag found some stabilizers wobbled ABS keycaps and a plastic body No review of this exact model found | Wired only Keycaps feel a little thin (SemiPro) No knob (SemiPro) Notebookcheck found the C1 Pro 8K's firmware update glitchy and its tray mount stiff |
| Research take , different | A cheap wired full-size with no software support and no direct review. The C2 Pro adds QMK. | A good-value wired full-size, backed by SemiPro's review and a Notebookcheck review of the TKL version. |