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| Spec |  Keychron Keychron Q8 Pro $175 “Bluetooth Alice 65% Q with a PC plate” |  Keychron Keychron Q8 Max $240 “Tri-mode Alice 65% Q with 2.4 GHz and a knob” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $175 | $240 |
| Size | Alice | Alice |
| Type | Pre-built | Pre-built |
| Connectivity | Wireless + Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2023 | 2024 |
| Mounting | Gasket | Gasket |
| Case | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Colors , different | Carbon Black, Silver Grey, Shell White | Carbon Black, Shell White |
| Weight , different | 1657 ± 10 g (fully assembled) | 1745 g ± 10 g (fully assembled) |
| Dimensions , different | 358.09 x 136.15 mm | 358 x 136 mm |
| Typing angle | Not listed | Not listed |
| Front height | Not listed | Not listed |
| Switches | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps | Double-shot PBT | Double-shot PBT |
| PCB | Hot-swap | Hot-swap |
| Plates | PC | PC |
| Battery , different | 4000 mAh, up to 300 hours | 4000 mAh, up to 180 hours |
| Compatible switches | MX-style | MX-style |
| Software | QMK, Keychron Launcher | QMK, Keychron Launcher |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB | No | No |
| Features , different | Alice layout, Bluetooth 5.1 + USB-C, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA, Knob | Alice layout, Tri-mode, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA, Knob |
| Good for , different | Alice-curious users who want Bluetooth People who split time between a laptop and a desktop Typists who like a softer plate | Alice fans who want wireless and a quiet gasket sound Typists trying to improve their home-row posture Users who want 2.4 GHz in a 65% board |
| Skip if , different | Gamers who want low-latency wireless Anyone who wants to avoid learning a new layout Buyers who want a light keyboard | Anyone who dislikes learning a new layout Buyers who want a very light keyboard People who want a large pool of compatible keycaps |
| Pros , different | Alice layout with full arrow keys and a knob Bluetooth 5.1 for three devices plus wired USB-C Flexible PC plate and gasket mount Battery rated up to 300 hours (Keychron) ANSI and ISO versions, QMK and the Keychron Launcher | 2.4 GHz at 1000 Hz, Bluetooth and wired modes in an Alice layout Excellent typing feel with less echo than the Q1 (Machi Log) Alice shape is meant to keep the arms in a V angle (Machi Log), although the author did not find it noticeably easier after two weeks CNC aluminum build, PC plate and gasket mount Battery rated up to 180 hours (Keychron) QMK/VIA, knob and hot-swap |
| Cons , different | Steep Alice learning curve (PCWorld on the Q8) Bluetooth only: no 2.4 GHz receiver No independent review of this exact model found Heavy at 1,657 g Few keycap sets are made for Alice layouts | Steep learning curve for Alice layouts (PCWorld on the Q8) Heavy at 1,745 g Fewer keycap sets support Alice layouts Owner review is Japanese-language and from a single user A dedicated wrist rest is sold separately (Machi Log) |
| Research take , different | A researched spec-led pick: Keychron's data plus PCWorld's Q8 review for layout notes. Reasonable for Alice fans who want Bluetooth, but no direct reviews to lean on. | The most capable Alice 65% in the Q line on paper, backed by one positive owner review and a PCWorld review of the wired Q8. |