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| Spec | Keychron Keychron K10 HE $135–$145 “K10 HE, from Keychron's store” | Keychron Keychron Q1 Pro $168 “The Honda Civic of custom keyboards” Best Overall |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $135–$145 | $168 |
| Size , different | Full | 75% |
| Type | Barebones | Barebones |
| Connectivity | Wireless + Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2025 | 2023 |
| Mounting , different | Integrated Plate | Gasket |
| Case , different | Aluminum | 6063 Aluminum |
| Colors , different | Black - Orange Esc/Enter, Black - Dark Brown Esc/Enter, White, Black | Carbon Black, Shell White, Silver Grey, Navy Blue |
| Weight , different | Approx. 1320 g | 1.74kg (fully assembled) |
| Dimensions , different | 440.2 x 129.2 mm | 327.5 x 145 x 35.8mm |
| Typing angle , different | Not listed | 5.2° |
| Front height , different | Not listed | 22.6mm |
| Switches , different | Hall Effect | Mechanical |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps , different | Cherry Profile Double-shot keycaps, shine-through | Double-shot PBT, KSA profile (fully assembled version) |
| PCB , different | Hot-swap | Hot-swap, South-facing RGB |
| Plates , different | Not listed | PC |
| Battery , different | 4000 mAh, up to 120 hours | 4000mAh (up to 300h, backlight off) |
| Compatible switches , different | Keychron magnetic switches | MX-style 3-pin and 5-pin |
| Software , different | QMK, Keychron Launcher | QMK, VIA, Keychron Launcher |
| NKRO , different | No | Yes |
| RGB , different | No | Yes |
| Features , different | Full layout, Tri-mode, Hot-swap, Hall effect | QMK/VIA, Hot-swap, Double Gasket Mount, Aluminum Case, Bluetooth 5.1 + USB-C, South-facing LEDs, Screw-in Stabilizers, 1000Hz Polling (wired) |
| Good for , different | Gamers and office users who need a numpad and Hall-effect features Buyers who want an aluminum, desk-bound board Users who like to tune actuation per key | Heavy typists who want a soft, cushioned feel Buyers who want QMK programmability with Bluetooth People who switch between Mac and Windows Anyone who wants to swap switches or tune the build |
| Skip if , different | Anyone with a small desk Typists who want tactile switches Users who need a travel keyboard | Competitive gaming over wireless (90Hz polling) Anyone who needs a portable keyboard Buyers who want 2.4GHz wireless on this model People who prefer a low, flat keycap profile |
| Pros , different | Adjustable actuation from 0.2 to 3.8 mm (maker, GameRevolution) Aluminum frame and PBT keycaps (GameRevolution) Upgraded stabilizers and foam give a tighter sound (GameRevolution) 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired Full numpad | Flexible PC plate and gasket mount give a soft, bouncy typing feel (Tom's Guide) Full CNC aluminum case at 1,736 g assembled, so it stays put on the desk Bluetooth 5.1 for up to 3 devices plus USB-C; MakeUseOf found the Bluetooth connection stable QMK firmware with the Keychron Launcher web app for remapping and macros Hot-swap sockets take 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style switches 4000 mAh battery, rated up to 300 hours with the backlight off; Tom's Guide saw two to three weeks per charge Programmable aluminum knob, plus a system toggle and both Mac and Windows keycaps |
| Cons , different | Large and heavy, not portable (GameRevolution) Web Launcher feels barebones, with macro limits (GameRevolution) Linear feel can seem sterile for typing (GameRevolution) Only compatible magnetic switches fit Battery rated at 120 hours | Wireless is Bluetooth only, at 90Hz polling; 1000Hz needs a USB-C cable No 2.4GHz option on the Pro; Keychron lists the Q1 Max for that Heavy for a 75% and not a board to carry around Tom's Guide heard a slightly hollow stock sound and occasional metallic pings Tall KSA keycaps raised mistype rates in Tom's Guide's typing test An r/Keychron owner report describes spacebar rattle from the stock stabilizers Tom's Guide called the $219 assembled price steep at review time (Nov 2024) |
| Research take , different | A highly rated full-size Hall-effect board. The size is its main limit. | A comfort-first 75% that suits long typing sessions better than gaming or travel. Reviewers rate the build and typing feel highly and mark it down for weight, price and a stock sound that can ping. If you want 2.4GHz or magnetic switches, compare the Q1 Max and Q1 HE before buying. |