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| Spec |  Keychron Keychron Q3 HE $240 “Compact 80% magnetic Q for typing and gaming” |  Keychron Keychron K8 HE $130–$140 “Wireless 80% Hall-effect board with Rapid Trigger” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $240 | $130–$140 |
| Size | TKL | TKL |
| Type | Pre-built | Pre-built |
| Connectivity | Wireless + Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2024 | 2025 |
| Mounting , different | Gasket | Tray Mount |
| Case | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Colors , different | Carbon Black, Shell White | Black, White |
| Weight , different | 1775 g ± 10 g (fully assembled) | Approx. 1185 g |
| Dimensions , different | TKL | 359.2 x 129.2 mm (Special Edition: 363.2 x 129.2 mm) |
| Typing angle | Not listed | Not listed |
| Front height | Not listed | Not listed |
| Switches | Hall Effect | Hall Effect |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps , different | Double-shot PBT | Cherry Profile Double-shot keycaps, shine-through |
| PCB | Hot-swap | Hot-swap |
| Plates , different | Aluminum | Not listed |
| Battery , different | 4000 mAh, up to 100 hours | 4000 mAh, up to 110 hours |
| Compatible switches | Keychron magnetic switches | Keychron magnetic switches |
| Software | QMK, Keychron Launcher | QMK, Keychron Launcher |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB | No | No |
| Features , different | TKL layout, Tri-mode, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA, Knob, Hall effect | TKL layout, Tri-mode, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA, Hall effect |
| Good for , different | Players who want Rapid Trigger in a compact metal TKL Mac users who want a wireless board with web-based software Typists who like adjustable actuation | Gamers who want a TKL Hall-effect keyboard with a dongle Typists who like a heavy, solid-feeling board Users who want to tune actuation per key |
| Skip if , different | Anyone who wants to swap in other switch families Competitive players who need 8 kHz Buyers on a tight budget | Anyone who wants tactile or clicky switches Buyers who want a plastic, lighter build People who need a wireless-only software setup |
| Pros , different | Rapid Trigger, Snap Tap and adjustable actuation (Tom's Guide, Keychron) Solid all-metal build; AppleInsider was struck by the weight 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth, 1000 Hz polling Keychron Launcher works on Mac and several browsers (AppleInsider) Small footprint for a board with a full arrow cluster and function row | Rapid Trigger and adjustable actuation (maker) Aluminum case; Windows Central praised the typing and gaming feel 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired connection Balanced 80% layout (Windows Central) Shine-through keycaps |
| Cons , different | Expensive (Tom's Guide, AppleInsider) Only Gateron Double-Rail magnetic switches fit, so choice is limited 1000 Hz ceiling; Tom's Guide marked this down for a gaming board Only two case colors (AppleInsider) Battery is rated up to 100 hours, well below the mechanical Max models | Limited to compatible Hall-effect switches (Windows Central, maker) Software needs a wired connection and the included cable is short (Windows Central) Heavy at about 1185 g Battery rated at 110 hours, below the Max boards No independent review beyond Windows Central was opened |
| Research take , different | A capable Hall effect TKL that both reviewers recommend, with price and a single switch family as the main caveats. A good fit if you value the layout and Rapid Trigger. | A well-regarded TKL Hall-effect board. Choose the K8 Max if you want ordinary switches. |