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| Spec | Keychron Keychron Q1 Max $230 “The 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired 75% Q” |  Keychron Keychron K2 Max $95–$125 “K2 Max, from Keychron's store” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $230 | $95–$125 |
| Size | 75% | 75% |
| Type , different | Pre-built | Barebones |
| Connectivity | Wireless + Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2023 | 2024 |
| Mounting , different | Gasket | Integrated Plate |
| Case , different | 6063 Aluminum | ABS, or ABS with aluminum frame |
| Colors , different | — | Black, White |
| Weight , different | 1.72kg (fully assembled) | 940 g |
| Dimensions , different | 327.5 x 145mm | 311.54 x 121.54 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 | Not listed |
| 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) | 75% 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 | Buyers who want a compact 75% with a USB dongle at a mid price Hybrid work and light-gaming users Typists who want PBT keycaps without buying a set |
| 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 | Players who need 8 kHz polling (see the K2 Ultra 8K) Buyers who need independent review evidence for this exact board Anyone who wants Hall-effect features (see the K2 HE) |
| 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 at 1000 Hz plus Bluetooth for three devices and wired (maker) QMK/VIA with hot-swap Keychron Super switches Double-shot PBT keycaps 4000 mAh battery rated up to 190 hours Sibling Max boards were praised for foam layers and a firm, damped sound (Tom's Guide, MakeUseOf) |
| 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 | No dedicated review of the K2 Max could be found, so sound and feel are inferred from sibling Max boards Tray mount feels firmer than a gasket design, per Tom's Guide on the K10 Max 1000 Hz polling, where the Ultra 8K goes to 8000 Hz Keychron's rated battery life drops from 240 hours on older K2 boards to 190 hours Aluminum-frame version is heavier at about 1 kg |
| 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. | The sensible K2 for most people who want a dongle. Evidence is mainly from sibling Max boards. |