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| Spec |  Keychron Keychron K3 Max $90–$110 “K3 Max, from Keychron's store” |  Keychron Keychron K3 HE $120 “K3 HE, from Keychron's store” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $90–$110 | $120 |
| Size | 75% | 75% |
| Type | Pre-built | Pre-built |
| Connectivity | Wireless + Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2023 | 2026 |
| Mounting , different | Integrated Plate | Tray Mount |
| Case , different | ABS with aluminum frame | Aluminum + Wood (per Keychron; HLPlanet reports an ABS shell) |
| Colors , different | Black, White, White Gray | Black, White, Black (ISO-Nordic), Black (ISO-German), Black (ISO-UK) |
| Weight , different | 525 g | 575 g |
| Dimensions , different | 306 x 116 mm | 318.62 x 126 mm |
| Typing angle | Not listed | Not listed |
| Front height | Not listed | Not listed |
| Switches , different | Low Profile | Hall Effect |
| Profile | Low Profile | Low Profile |
| Keycaps , different | Low-profile double-shot PBT | LSA double-shot PBT keycaps, non-shine-through |
| PCB | Hot-swap | Hot-swap |
| Plates | Not listed | Not listed |
| Battery , different | 1550 mAh, up to 73 hours | 2600 mAh, up to 55 hours |
| Compatible switches , different | Keychron low-profile | Keychron magnetic switches |
| Software , different | QMK, VIA, Keychron Launcher | QMK, Keychron Launcher |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB , different | Yes | No |
| Features , different | 75% layout, Tri-mode, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA, Low profile | 75% layout, Tri-mode, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA, Hall effect |
| Good for , different | Travelers who want a thin, dongle-equipped 75% QMK/VIA users who need a low-profile board People who split time between a PC and a tablet | Gamers who want a slim, portable Hall-effect keyboard Racing and FPS players using analog input Users who value a wood accent in a slim board |
| Skip if , different | Anyone who wants a rich, deep sound Gamers who want 8 kHz or Hall-effect features Buyers who want an all-day desk board | Anyone who wants to swap in other switches Competitive players who need 8 kHz Buyers who would rather have a standard-height board |
| Pros , different | 2.4 GHz at 1000 Hz, Bluetooth and wired (maker) SemiPro found the dongle connection stable QMK/VIA and PBT keycaps Foam improved sound slightly over the K3 Pro (SemiPro) Very thin and portable (Trusted Reviews) | Rapid Trigger, analog input and multi-action (GameRevolution) Low profile with real rosewood and aluminum rails (HLPlanet) 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth, plus wired Good acoustic dampening for a slim board (GameRevolution) Good keycaps and accessory kit (HLPlanet) |
| Cons , different | Stabilizer rattle, especially on the space bar (SemiPro) Shorter battery life than the K3 Pro (SemiPro); rated up to 73 hours by Keychron Low-profile switch and keycap compatibility is limited (Gadgetoid) Trusted Reviews says it is niche Thin build means no wrist rest comfort (Trusted Reviews) | Locked to Keychron's proprietary low-profile Hall-effect switches (HLPlanet) Polling capped at 1000 Hz (HLPlanet) Low-profile form is limiting if you want a standard board (GameRevolution) Battery rated at 55 hours, below the Ultra 8K and SE Case material is disputed: Keychron lists aluminum and wood, while HLPlanet describes an ABS shell with aluminum rails and rosewood panels |
| Research take , different | The thin travel board with a dongle. Stabilizers are a known weakness. | A distinctive low-profile Hall-effect board with strong reviews. |