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| Spec |  Keychron Keychron K2 HE $130–$140 “K2 HE, from Keychron's store” | Keychron Keychron Q1 Max $230 “The 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired 75% Q” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $130–$140 | $230 |
| Size | 75% | 75% |
| Type , different | Barebones | Pre-built |
| Connectivity | Wireless + Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2024 | 2023 |
| Mounting , different | Tray Mount | Gasket |
| Case , different | Aluminum (per Keychron; reviewers report a plastic core) | 6063 Aluminum |
| Colors , different | Black, White, Black (ISO-Nordic), Black (ISO-DE), Black (ISO-UK), Black (ISO-Swiss) | — |
| Weight , different | 980 g | 1.72kg (fully assembled) |
| Dimensions , different | 316.4 x 126.7 mm | 327.5 x 145mm |
| Typing angle , different | Not listed | 5.2° |
| Front height , different | Not listed | 20.7mm |
| Switches , different | Hall Effect | Mechanical |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps , different | Cherry Profile Double-shot keycaps, shine-through | 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 110 hours | 4000mAh (up to 180h, backlight off) |
| Compatible switches , different | Keychron magnetic switches | MX-style 3-pin and 5-pin |
| Software | QMK, Keychron Launcher | QMK, Keychron Launcher |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB , different | No | Yes |
| Features , different | 75% layout, Tri-mode, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA, Hall effect | 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 | Gamers and typists who want a compact Hall-effect board with good acoustics Buyers who like the rosewood Special Edition look People who want 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth in one 75% | 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 wants to try tactile or clicky switches Typists who find 75% too cramped Buyers who need a verified aluminum case | 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 | Rapid Trigger, adjustable actuation (0.2 to 3.8 mm) and multi-depth actions 2.4 GHz at 1000 Hz, Bluetooth and wired; Tom's Hardware had no connection problems Rich, creamy sound with no case ping (PC Gamer) Sturdy 980 g body with wood Special Edition option Web-based Launcher for remapping and actuation | 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 | Only compatible linear magnetic switches are supported (maker) Case material is disputed: Keychron lists aluminum, Tom's Hardware and PC Gamer describe a plastic body Feet are weak and can jostle the board on smooth surfaces (How-To Geek) 75% layout is compact for larger hands (How-To Geek) Battery is rated for 110 hours, below non-HE K2 boards | 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 | A well-reviewed Hall-effect 75% with good sound. Check the case claim before buying if material matters. | 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. |