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| Spec | Keychron Keychron Q1 Max $230 “The 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired 75% Q” |  Keychron Keychron K10 Max $100–$120 “K10 Max, from Keychron's store” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $230 | $100–$120 |
| Size , different | 75% | Full |
| Type , different | Pre-built | Barebones |
| Connectivity | Wireless + Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2023 | 2024 |
| Mounting , different | Gasket | Tray Mount |
| Case , different | 6063 Aluminum | ABS |
| Colors , different | — | White, Black |
| Weight , different | 1.72kg (fully assembled) | 1530 g |
| Dimensions , different | 327.5 x 145mm | 447.37 x 139.82 mm |
| Typing angle , different | 5.2° | Not listed |
| Front height , different | 20.7mm | Not listed |
| Switches | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps , different | Double-shot PBT, KSA or OSA profile (fully assembled version) | Double-shot PBT |
| PCB , different | Hot-swap, South-facing RGB | Hot-swap |
| Plates , different | PC | Steel |
| Battery , different | 4000mAh (up to 180h, backlight off) | 4000 mAh, up to 190 hours |
| Compatible switches , different | MX-style 3-pin and 5-pin | MX-style |
| Software | QMK, Keychron Launcher | QMK, Keychron Launcher |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB | Yes | Yes |
| Features , different | 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) | Full layout, Tri-mode, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA |
| Good for , different | 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 | Full-size users who want a dongle and QMK/VIA Work-and-play users who want responsive switches Modders who want an easy-to-open case |
| Skip if , different | 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 | Typists who like a soft, cushioned feel Buyers who want a volume knob Players who need 8 kHz or Hall-effect features |
| Pros , different | 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 | 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired (maker) Strong build, good keycaps and responsive Super switches (Tom's Guide) Extra dampening and a deeper sound (Tom's Guide) Tray-mounted steel plate that is easy to open for modding (Tom's Guide) QMK firmware with PBT keycaps |
| Cons , different | 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 | Typing is firmer, with a hard stop at bottom-out (Tom's Guide) No volume knob (Tom's Guide) Heavy at about 1530 g Battery rated at 190 hours, lower than the K10 1000 Hz polling only |
| Research take , different | 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. | A well-reviewed full-size with a dongle. Tom's Guide saw it as a fine keyboard, though firmer than some prefer. |