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| Spec |  Keychron Keychron K5 Max $95–$115 “Slim low-profile full-size with 2.4 GHz and QMK/VIA” |  Logitech Logitech MX Mechanical $150–$180 “Logitech's low-profile wireless full-size for multi-device offices” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $95–$115 | $150–$180 |
| Size | Full | Full |
| Type | Pre-built | Pre-built |
| Connectivity , different | Wireless + Wired | Wireless |
| Released , different | 2024 | 2022 |
| Mounting | Integrated Plate | Integrated Plate |
| Case , different | ABS with aluminum frame | Plastic chassis, aluminum top plate |
| Colors , different | Black, White | Graphite, Pale Gray |
| Weight , different | 720 g | 828g |
| Dimensions , different | 424 x 119 mm | 433.9 x 131.7mm |
| Typing angle , different | Not listed | Low profile |
| Front height , different | Not listed | 7.8mm |
| Switches | Low Profile | Low Profile |
| Profile | Low Profile | Low Profile |
| Keycaps , different | Low-profile double-shot PBT | Low-profile, dual-color legends |
| PCB , different | Hot-swap | Fixed Kailh low-profile switches |
| Plates , different | Not listed | Aluminum top plate |
| Battery , different | 2000 mAh, up to 95 hours | Rated 15 days with backlight |
| Compatible switches , different | Keychron low-profile | Fixed, chosen at purchase |
| Software , different | QMK, VIA, Keychron Launcher | Logi Options+ |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB | No | No |
| Features , different | Full layout, Tri-mode, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA, Low profile | Low profile, Full size with numpad, Logi Bolt + Bluetooth, Easy-Switch for 3 devices, Smart backlight, USB-C charging |
| Good for , different | Office and home users who want a slim numpad board with a dongle QMK/VIA users who want a low-profile keyboard Buyers who want a lightweight full-size | Office workers who switch between a Mac, PC and tablet Logitech MX mouse and Logi Flow users People who want a quiet mechanical feel with a numpad |
| Skip if , different | Travelers who need a compact board (see the K3 Max or K7 Max) Buyers who want bright RGB through the legends Gamers who need 8 kHz polling | Gamers who want macros, RGB or fast polling Switch or keycap customizers Anyone who needs a wrist rest |
| Pros , different | 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired (maker) IXPE foam gives a more refined sound than older low-profile Keychrons (Phandroid) Light for a full-size (Phandroid) Web-based remapping (GameRevolution) MX-style stems on the low-profile switches (Phandroid) | Easy-Switch for up to three devices over Logi Bolt or Bluetooth (Logitech, Macworld) Long battery life, rated for 15 days with backlight and 10 months without (Logitech, PCMag) Tom's Hardware and PCMag found the typing feel very good, with Macworld praising minimal wobble on tactile switches Smart backlight that wakes as hands approach (Logitech, PCMag) Choice of tactile quiet, clicky or linear Kailh Choc V2 switches (Tom's Hardware, PCMag) Aluminum top plate in a plastic case made with recycled plastic (Tom's Hardware, PCMag) |
| Cons , different | Keycaps are not shine-through, so RGB looks muted (GameRevolution) Some legend fonts look odd (GameRevolution) Only low-profile switches fit (GameRevolution) Too bulky to travel with, per Phandroid Battery rated at 95 hours | Switches are fixed at purchase, with no hot-swap (PCMag) How-To Geek found rigid switches, shaky stabilizers and off-kilter keycaps Low profile rules out standard wrist rests (Tom's Hardware) Options+ lacks macro programming (Macworld) and remaps only 24 keys (How-To Geek) USB-C cable is charge-only (PCMag) Backlight is white only, with no RGB colors (Tom's Hardware) |
| Research take , different | The K5 to pick for most buyers; both reviewers liked it. | A polished productivity board whose strengths are connectivity, battery and smart lighting. Reviewers disagree on typing feel, so try the tactile quiet version if you can and skip it if you want hot-swap or macros. |