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| Spec |  Keychron Keychron K4 Ultra 8K $115 “K4 Ultra 8K, from Keychron's store” |  Keychron Keychron Q1 Pro $168 “The Honda Civic of custom keyboards” Best Overall |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $115 | $168 |
| Size , different | 96% | 75% |
| Type , different | Pre-built | Barebones |
| Connectivity | Wireless + Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2026 | 2023 |
| Mounting , different | Integrated Plate | Gasket |
| Case , different | ABS | 6063 Aluminum |
| Colors , different | Black | Carbon Black, Shell White, Silver Grey, Navy Blue |
| Weight , different | 1241 g +/- 10 g | 1.74kg (fully assembled) |
| Dimensions , different | 391.29 x 140.27 mm | 327.5 x 145 x 35.8mm |
| Typing angle , different | Not listed | 5.2° |
| Front height , different | Not listed | 22.6mm |
| Switches | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps , different | OSA Double-Shot PBT Keycaps | Double-shot PBT, KSA profile (fully assembled version) |
| PCB , different | Hot-swap | Hot-swap, South-facing RGB |
| Plates , different | Steel | PC |
| Battery , different | 4000 mAh, up to 600 hours | 4000mAh (up to 300h, backlight off) |
| Compatible switches , different | MX-style | MX-style 3-pin and 5-pin |
| Software , different | ZMK, Keychron Launcher | QMK, VIA, Keychron Launcher |
| NKRO , different | No | Yes |
| RGB | Yes | Yes |
| Features , different | 96% layout, Tri-mode, Hot-swap | 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 | Competitive players who want a numpad and 8 kHz wireless Users who value long battery life Buyers who prefer PBT keycaps | 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 | QMK/VIA users who want to keep their existing layouts Buyers who need verified reviews of this exact board Anyone who wants an aluminum case | 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 | 8000 Hz polling and 2.4 GHz wireless (maker) Battery rated up to 600 hours Steel plate and OSA PBT keycaps Apex switches in three variants Sibling Ultra 8K boards were praised for value and battery life | 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 | Runs ZMK instead of QMK/VIA, so existing keymaps do not carry over No board-specific independent review was found ABS case and heavy at about 1241 g Sibling reviews flagged opaque keycaps and deep actuation (TechRadar, K2 Ultra 8K) Tray mount is not stated by the maker | 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 numpad 8 kHz board. Check ZMK compatibility first. | 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. |