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| Spec |  Keychron Keychron Q1 Pro $168 “The Honda Civic of custom keyboards” Best Overall |  Keychron Keychron V1 8K $75 “Wired 75% with 8000Hz polling and a gasket mount” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $168 | $75 |
| Size | 75% | 75% |
| Type , different | Barebones | Pre-built |
| Connectivity , different | Wireless + Wired | Wired |
| Released , different | 2023 | 2026 |
| Mounting | Gasket | Gasket |
| Case , different | 6063 Aluminum | Plastic |
| Colors , different | Carbon Black, Shell White, Silver Grey, Navy Blue | Black |
| Weight , different | 1.74kg (fully assembled) | 995 g ± 10 g |
| Dimensions , different | 327.5 x 145 x 35.8mm | 147.7 x 328.05 mm |
| Typing angle , different | 5.2° | Not listed |
| Front height , different | 22.6mm | Not listed |
| Switches | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps , different | Double-shot PBT, KSA profile (fully assembled version) | Double-shot PBT |
| PCB , different | Hot-swap, South-facing RGB | Hot-swap |
| Plates | PC | PC |
| Battery , different | 4000mAh (up to 300h, backlight off) | — |
| Compatible switches , different | MX-style 3-pin and 5-pin | MX-style |
| Software , different | QMK, VIA, Keychron Launcher | QMK, Keychron Launcher |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB | Yes | Yes |
| Features , different | QMK/VIA, Hot-swap, Double Gasket Mount, Aluminum Case, Bluetooth 5.1 + USB-C, South-facing LEDs, Screw-in Stabilizers, 1000Hz Polling (wired) | 75% layout, Wired, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA, Knob |
| Good for , different | Heavy typists who want a soft, cushioned feel Buyers who want QMK programmability with Bluetooth People who switch between Mac and Windows Anyone who wants to swap switches or tune the build | Wired typists who want the newer gasket build of the V1 layout Gamers who want 8000Hz on a compact board QMK users who prefer to remap through a web app |
| Skip if , different | Competitive gaming over wireless (90Hz polling) Anyone who needs a portable keyboard Buyers who want 2.4GHz wireless on this model People who prefer a low, flat keycap profile | Anyone who wants wireless Buyers who dislike body flex People who only want standard 1000Hz and are happy with the cheaper V1 |
| Pros , different | Flexible PC plate and gasket mount give a soft, bouncy typing feel (Tom's Guide) Full CNC aluminum case at 1,736 g assembled, so it stays put on the desk Bluetooth 5.1 for up to 3 devices plus USB-C; MakeUseOf found the Bluetooth connection stable QMK firmware with the Keychron Launcher web app for remapping and macros Hot-swap sockets take 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style switches 4000 mAh battery, rated up to 300 hours with the backlight off; Tom's Guide saw two to three weeks per charge Programmable aluminum knob, plus a system toggle and both Mac and Windows keycaps | Gasket mount with a PC plate gives a cushioned feel (Keychron's spec page; Tom's Guide) 8000Hz polling rate QMK firmware and Launcher remapping, per-key and mix RGB (Tom's Guide), plus a metal knob Hot-swap sockets for Keychron Super switches or other 3-pin and 5-pin switches Double-shot PBT keycaps with Mac and Windows legends Tom's Guide described a satisfying, slightly thocky sound and a solid, non-hollow plastic body 2.19 lb (Tom's Guide), light enough that the reviewer carried it in a backpack |
| Cons , different | Wireless is Bluetooth only, at 90Hz polling; 1000Hz needs a USB-C cable No 2.4GHz option on the Pro; Keychron lists the Q1 Max for that Heavy for a 75% and not a board to carry around Tom's Guide heard a slightly hollow stock sound and occasional metallic pings Tall KSA keycaps raised mistype rates in Tom's Guide's typing test An r/Keychron owner report describes spacebar rattle from the stock stabilizers Tom's Guide called the $219 assembled price steep at review time (Nov 2024) | Wired only; there is no wireless version (Tom's Guide) Some flex in the body (Tom's Guide) 8000Hz brings little benefit over 1000Hz for most players and can tax system resources (Tom's Guide) Fewer foam layers than the original V1 (Tom's Guide) Plastic case, so it will not feel as dense as Keychron's aluminum boards |
| Research take , different | A comfort-first 75% that suits long typing sessions better than gaming or travel. Reviewers rate the build and typing feel highly and mark it down for weight, price and a stock sound that can ping. If you want 2.4GHz or magnetic switches, compare the Q1 Max and Q1 HE before buying. | A sensible refresh of the wired V1: the same 75% layout with a gasket mount, a PC plate and 8000Hz polling. Tom's Guide rated it highly for build and sound, with flex and no wireless as the drawbacks. If you want wireless, the V1 Max is the better fit. |