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| Spec | Keychron Keychron Q1 Max $230 “The 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired 75% Q” |  Keychron Keychron K2 Ultra 8K $120 “K2 Ultra 8K, from Keychron's store” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $230 | $120 |
| Size | 75% | 75% |
| Type | Pre-built | Pre-built |
| Connectivity | Wireless + Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2023 | 2026 |
| Mounting , different | Gasket | Integrated Plate |
| Case , different | 6063 Aluminum | CNC Aluminum + ABS |
| Colors , different | — | Black |
| Weight , different | 1.72kg (fully assembled) | 1084 g +/- 10 g |
| Dimensions , different | 327.5 x 145mm | 311.50 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) | OSA Double-Shot PBT Keycaps |
| 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 760 hours |
| Compatible switches , different | MX-style 3-pin and 5-pin | MX-style |
| Software , different | QMK, Keychron Launcher | ZMK, Keychron Launcher |
| NKRO , different | Yes | No |
| 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 |
| 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 | Competitive players who want 8 kHz wireless in a 75% Users who want very long battery life between charges Buyers who prefer an aluminum frame |
| 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 | Existing QMK/VIA users who want to keep that firmware People who prefer a low-profile, thin board Anyone who dislikes a tall keyboard |
| 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 | 8000 Hz polling over 2.4 GHz and wired (maker) Up to 760 hours battery rating (maker) CNC aluminum and ABS body with steel plate at 1084 g Hot-swap Apex switches; TechRadar found the reds well damped Double-shot 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 | Runs ZMK firmware, not QMK/VIA, which changes how remapping works (maker) TechRadar's reds actuated a little deep and missed some presses Thick and tall; TechRadar needed a wrist rest Keycaps are opaque, so the backlight does not shine through (TechRadar) Stock switches and keycaps may not suit everyone |
| 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 value-priced 8 kHz 75%. Check the firmware and thickness first. |