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| Spec |  Leopold Leopold FC660M PD $109–$150 “Leopold's 66-key Cherry MX board with real arrow keys” |  Keychron Keychron Q2 Max $230 “65% Q with 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and a knob” |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $109–$150 | $230 |
| Size | 65% | 65% |
| Type | Pre-built | Pre-built |
| Connectivity , different | Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2017 | 2024 |
| Mounting , different | Tray Mount | Gasket |
| Case , different | ABS plastic | Aluminum |
| Colors , different | Grey/Blue, Black, White/Grey | Carbon Black, Shell White |
| Weight , different | 700g | 1528g assembled |
| Dimensions , different | 325 x 109mm | 327 x 121mm |
| Typing angle , different | Adjustable feet | 6.5° |
| Front height , different | 24mm | 21mm without keycaps |
| Switches | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps , different | 1.5mm doubleshot PBT | Double-shot PBT, KSA |
| PCB , different | Soldered Cherry MX | Hot-swap, south-facing RGB |
| Plates , different | Steel | PC |
| Battery , different | — | 4000mAh |
| Compatible switches , different | Fixed Cherry MX, chosen at purchase | MX-style 3-pin and 5-pin |
| Software , different | Dip switches | QMK, VIA, Keychron Launcher |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB , different | No | Yes |
| Features , different | 65% layout, Cherry MX, Doubleshot PBT, Sound-absorbing pad, Plate mount, Detachable cable | 65% with knob, Aluminum, Double gasket, QMK/VIA, 2.4GHz + Bluetooth, 4000mAh, Hot-swap |
| Good for , different | Typists who want a compact board with real arrow keys Buyers who want PBT keycaps and Cherry MX without any configuration People who like a no-software, no-RGB desk | Compact-layout fans who want a low-latency wireless option Typists who like a quiet, foam-dampened sound Buyers who plan to tweak switches and keycaps |
| Skip if , different | Hot-swap or custom keycap shoppers Wireless or RGB users Anyone who needs USB-C | People who dislike tall, steeply sloped keyboards Anyone needing function keys without layers Travelers |
| Pros , different | Solid build that both Tech Critter and Techtesters praised, with no noticeable flex (Techtesters) Stable Cherry-style stabilizers and a padded spacebar (Tech Critter) Thick 1.5 mm double-shot PBT keycaps with fine legends (Tech Critter, Techtesters) Seven Cherry MX switch choices at purchase (Tech Critter) Keeps arrow keys and a compact footprint in a 66-key layout Detachable cable | 2.4 GHz at 1000 Hz, Bluetooth 5.1 and wired, all in one board Tank-like build with sound-dampening foam; PowerUp! found no rattle from the factory-lubed stabilizers Compact 121 x 327 mm footprint at 1,528 g Hot-swap sockets for 3-pin and 5-pin switches, QMK/VIA and a programmable knob Battery rated up to 180 hours by Keychron |
| Cons , different | Mini-USB connection, which both Tech Critter and Techtesters would swap for USB-C Right Shift and left Windows key are non-standard, so standard custom keycap sets will not fit (Tech Critter) Switches are fixed at purchase, with no hot-swap Techtesters found the feet too easy to fold in and wanted an English manual Cherry MX Blue units are loud (Techtesters) | Wirecutter criticises the tall case, steep fixed slope and tall keycaps No adjustable feet; PowerUp! recommends a wrist rest Slight but noticeable delay when switching between Bluetooth devices (PowerUp!) No function row on the 65% layout Heavy for a compact board |
| Research take , different | A well-reviewed, no-frills compact board that gets its praise for build, stabilizers and keycaps. Choose it if you want a finished 66-key board; skip it if you want hot-swap, USB-C or custom keycaps. | A strong wireless 65% for typing and casual gaming, praised by PowerUp! for build and rattle-free stabilizers. The fixed height and tall caps are why Wirecutter passed on it, so plan on a wrist rest. |