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Keychron K10 compared with Keychron Q1 Max
Spec Keychron K10

Keychron

Keychron K10

$60–$83

“K10, from Keychron's store”

Keychron

Keychron Q1 Max

$230

“The 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired 75% Q”

Price , different $60–$83 $230
Size , different Full 75%
Type , different Barebones Pre-built
Connectivity Wireless + Wired Wireless + Wired
Released , different 2021 2023
Mounting , different Tray Mount Gasket
Case , different ABS plastic, or aluminum-frame version 6063 Aluminum
Colors , different See the store —
Weight , different About 1082 g 1.72kg (fully assembled)
Dimensions , different 435 x 120 x 38 mm (plastic frame), 440 x 129 x 40 mm (aluminum frame) 327.5 x 145mm
Typing angle , different Not listed 5.2°
Front height , different Not listed 20.7mm
Switches Mechanical Mechanical
Profile Standard Standard
Keycaps , different OEM Double-Shot ABS keycaps Double-shot PBT, KSA or OSA profile (fully assembled version)
PCB , different Hot-swap Hot-swap, South-facing RGB
Plates , different Not listed PC
Battery , different 4000 mAh, up to 240 hours 4000mAh (up to 180h, backlight off)
Compatible switches , different MX-style MX-style 3-pin and 5-pin
Software , different QMK QMK, Keychron Launcher
NKRO Yes Yes
RGB Yes Yes
Features , different Full layout, Tri-mode, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA QMK/VIA, Hot-swap, Double Gasket Mount, Aluminum Case, 2.4GHz + Bluetooth 5.1, South-facing RGB, Screw-in Stabilizers, 1000Hz Polling (2.4GHz & wired)
Good for , different Buyers who want a numpad and long battery life Mac and Windows users who use Bluetooth People who plan to change keycaps Typists who want a wireless 75% with a quiet, cushioned sound Users who want a low-latency dongle option without leaving the Q line People who like to open the board and adjust foam
Skip if , different Anyone who needs a dongle Buyers who want PBT keycaps in the box Gamers who want Hall-effect features Buyers who want a low-profile keycap shape or adjustable height Anyone who needs a travel keyboard People who want magnetic switches; the Q1 HE covers that
Pros , different Full-size layout with numpad (maker) Hot-swap sockets on the right version Battery rated up to 240 hours Plastic and aluminum-frame options QMK firmware on version 2 (maker) Three connection modes: 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.1 (three devices) and wired, with 1000 Hz on 2.4 GHz and wired Muffled sound with little case resonance from layered foam and a double-gasket design (AppleInsider) Thick aluminum shell that XDA Developers says will not move on the desk; Keychron lists 1,724 g PC plate, hot-swap sockets for 3-pin and 5-pin switches, QMK/VIA and a knob Gateron Jupiter Red, Brown or Banana switches come pre-installed on the assembled version 4000 mAh battery, rated up to 180 hours by Keychron
Cons , different ABS keycaps rather than PBT No 2.4 GHz option No review of this version was found Heavier than most compact boards at about 1 kg Hot-swap is not on every version, so check the listing No adjustable feet; the angle is fixed at 5.2 degrees (AppleInsider) Wirecutter criticises the tall keycaps and the steep, non-adjustable case slope Keychron's 1000 Hz rating applies to 2.4 GHz and wired; the sibling Q1 HE drops to 90 Hz on Bluetooth (Tom's Guide) Heavy at about 1.7 kg, so not a portable 75% Wirecutter notes it costs more than its own upgrade pick, and AppleInsider's headline calls it costly
Research take , different The basic K10. The Pro is the upgrade for keycaps and K Pro switches. The most complete mechanical 75% in the Q line: reviewers praised the build, the sound and the 2.4 GHz option. The tall caps and fixed slope are the recurring complaints, so a wrist rest is worth budgeting for.