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| Spec |  Keychron Keychron Q1 $80–$90 “Wired 75% aluminum Q with a steel plate” | Keychron Keychron Q1 Max $230 “The 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired 75% Q” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $80–$90 | $230 |
| Size | 75% | 75% |
| Type | Pre-built | Pre-built |
| Connectivity , different | Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2022 | 2023 |
| Mounting | Gasket | Gasket |
| Case , different | Aluminum | 6063 Aluminum |
| Colors , different | Carbon Black - B, Silver Grey - B, Navy Blue - B, Carbon Black - A, Silver Grey - A, Navy Blue - A, Shell White, Orange Yellow, Champagne Gold, Red, Purple, Retro, Green, Carbon Black, Silver Grey, Navy Blue | — |
| Weight , different | 1825 g ± 10 g (fully assembled) | 1.72kg (fully assembled) |
| Dimensions , different | 75% | 327.5 x 145mm |
| Typing angle , different | Not listed | 5.2° |
| Front height , different | Not listed | 20.7mm |
| Switches | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps , different | Double-shot PBT | Double-shot PBT, KSA or OSA profile (fully assembled version) |
| PCB , different | Hot-swap | Hot-swap, South-facing RGB |
| Plates , different | Steel | PC |
| Battery , different | — | 4000mAh (up to 180h, backlight off) |
| Compatible switches , different | MX-style | 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, Wired, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA, Knob | 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 | Desk-bound typists who want an aluminum 75% without paying for wireless First-time modders who want hot-swap sockets and QMK/VIA Mac and Windows users who switch systems | 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 Bluetooth or a 2.4 GHz dongle People who carry their keyboard between desks Buyers who expect a perfectly quiet stock sound without any tuning | 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 | CNC aluminum case with gasket mount; Keychron lists 1,825 g assembled, so it stays put Steel plate and QMK/VIA firmware, with the Keychron Launcher web app for remapping and macros Hot-swap sockets for 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style switches Tom's Hardware found the gasket mount gave a similar sound from key to key Screw-in stabilizers, which Tom's Hardware said rattle far less than plate-mounted ones Knob and both Mac and Windows keycaps are included on the assembled version (Keychron) | 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 | Wired only: no Bluetooth or 2.4 GHz on this model Tom's Hardware found the original Q1 louder than expected, and iMore heard a slight metallic ping on it The top plate scratches easily when switches are swapped (Tom's Hardware) Heavy for a 75%, so not a travel board Keychron now lists newer Q1 HE 8K and Q1 Ultra 8K versions | 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 solid, cable-only entry to the Q1 platform. Reviews of the original Q1 liked the build, the even gasket sound, the screw-in stabilizers and QMK/VIA, and flagged ping, loudness and easy scratching. Choose it if wireless is not needed; otherwise look at the Q1 Max or a newer Q1. | 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. |