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| Spec | Keychron Keychron Q1 Max $230 “The 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired 75% Q” |  Keychron Keychron K2 Pro $68–$90 “K2 Pro, from Keychron's store” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $230 | $68–$90 |
| Size | 75% | 75% |
| Type | Pre-built | Pre-built |
| Connectivity | Wireless + Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2023 | 2022 |
| Mounting , different | Gasket | Tray Mount |
| Case , different | 6063 Aluminum | ABS, or ABS with aluminum frame |
| Colors , different | — | See the store |
| Weight , different | 1.72kg (fully assembled) | About 940 g (ABS), 1070 g (aluminum frame) |
| Dimensions , different | 327.5 x 145mm | 311.6 x 121.6 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 |
| Compatible switches , different | MX-style 3-pin and 5-pin | MX-style |
| Software , different | QMK, Keychron Launcher | QMK, VIA, 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 QMK/VIA and a steel plate in a 75% for less than the Max Mac and Windows users who use Bluetooth with up to three devices Typists who like the OSA profile |
| 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 | Anyone who wants 2.4 GHz wireless (see the K2 Max) Gamers who need lower wireless polling latency Typists who prefer a softer gasket feel |
| 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 | QMK/VIA customization and hot-swap sockets Steel plate and PCB-mounted screw-in stabilizers (maker) Double-shot PBT OSA keycaps Three-device Bluetooth and wired USB-C; two-level feet (EnosTech) EnosTech's verdict: a no-frills board that just works |
| 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 | Wireless polling is 90 Hz over Bluetooth, and there is no 2.4 GHz dongle (maker) Tom's Hardware found Bluetooth poor and the tray-mount typing stiff on the sibling K8 Pro OSA keycaps take adjustment and felt slick on the K8 Pro, and legends do not shine through Arrow keys sit tight against the main block (EnosTech) The black assembled version is not hot-swappable and has no foam (maker note) |
| 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 solid 75% for QMK users who stay on Bluetooth or wired. The Max is the better pick if you want a dongle. |