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| Spec |  Keychron Keychron V3 8K $75 “Wired 80% TKL with 8000Hz polling and a knob” | Keychron Keychron Q1 Max $230 “The 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired 75% Q” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $75 | $230 |
| Size , different | TKL | 75% |
| Type | Pre-built | Pre-built |
| Connectivity , different | Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2026 | 2023 |
| Mounting , different | Tray Mount | Gasket |
| Case , different | Plastic | 6063 Aluminum |
| Colors , different | Black | — |
| Weight , different | 1005 g ± 10 g | 1.72kg (fully assembled) |
| Dimensions , different | 140.56 x 366.7 mm | 327.5 x 145mm |
| Typing angle , different | Not listed | 5.2° |
| Front height , different | Not listed | 20.7mm |
| Switches | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps , different | Double-shot PBT | Double-shot PBT, KSA or OSA profile (fully assembled version) |
| PCB , different | Hot-swap | Hot-swap, South-facing RGB |
| Plates , different | Not listed | PC |
| Battery , different | — | 4000mAh (up to 180h, backlight off) |
| Compatible switches , different | MX-style | MX-style 3-pin and 5-pin |
| Software | QMK, Keychron Launcher | QMK, Keychron Launcher |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB | Yes | Yes |
| Features , different | TKL layout, Wired, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA, Knob | 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) |
| Good for , different | Wired gamers who want 8000Hz on a TKL People who prefer a firm, solid typing feel QMK users who want a knob and a function row | 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 |
| Skip if , different | Anyone who wants wireless Typists who want a soft gasket feel (the V3 Max does that) Compact-desk users, given the full TKL width | 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 |
| Pros , different | 8000Hz polling over wired USB-C, with QMK and the Launcher web app Steel plate and tray mount give a stable, stiff surface (APH Networks) Foam and film layers produce a satisfying, slightly quiet sound (APH Networks) Screw-in stabilizers that APH found smooth and rattle-free Hot-swap sockets for 3-pin and 5-pin switches, and a knob Full TKL arrow, navigation and function sections | 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 |
| Cons , different | Wired only Typing feel was good but not great for APH, with slightly squishy switches (Apex Red on its sample) The volume knob sits in the middle of the function row, which APH did not like The smaller kickstands were loose (APH Networks) 1005 g (Keychron's figure) and a tray mount are heavier and stiffer than the V3 Max | 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 |
| Research take , different | A capable wired TKL for people who want 8000Hz and a firm feel; APH Networks rated it 7.2/10 on its own scale. If wireless or a softer feel matters more than polling rate, move to the V3 Max. | 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. |