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Keychron K1

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Keychron K1

Released 2024

Researched from maker specs and published sources. Last checked Oct 18, 2026.

$75–$105

K1, from Keychron's store

The current K1 is a low-profile 80% with Keychron Milk POM switches, shine-through ABS keycaps and a 160-hour battery rating, over Bluetooth or wired. No review of this version was found.

TKL layout Tri-mode Hot-swap QMK/VIA Low profile

Our take, based on research

A slim TKL with Keychron's own switches. Evidence for this version is thin, so lean on the maker's specs.

Overview

This K1 is the newer-generation low-profile TKL. Keychron lists an 80% ANSI layout, Bluetooth plus wired at 1000 Hz, hot-swappable Keychron Milk POM low-profile switches, an ABS case with aluminum frame, shine-through ABS keycaps, QMK firmware with the Launcher web app, 22 RGB effects, a 2000 mAh battery rated up to 160 hours, 596 g and N-key rollover in both wired and wireless modes.

No review of this version could be opened. AppleInsider reviewed the K1 Pro, a sibling with Gateron low-profile switches, praising the redesign, QMK/VIA programmability, reworked stabilizers with no spacebar wobble and new three-step feet. It said it had not reviewed the K1 v5, an earlier revision with a modern design but fewer features.

Within the line, the K1 uses Keychron's own Milk POM switches and shine-through ABS keycaps; the Pro uses Gateron low-profile switches with PBT caps; the Max adds a dongle.

Pros & Cons

Strengths
  • Low-profile 80% with a full function row and arrows (maker)
  • Hot-swappable Milk POM switches
  • Battery rated at up to 160 hours
  • QMK with the Launcher web app
  • Shine-through keycaps
What Could Be Better
  • No review of this exact version was found
  • Bluetooth plus wired only, with no 2.4 GHz dongle
  • ABS keycaps rather than PBT
  • Low-profile switches limit keycap and switch choices (Wccftech on the K1 Max)
  • 1000 Hz polling in wired mode, not the 8 kHz of the Ultra 8K

Who Is This For?

Perfect For
  • Buyers who want a slim TKL with Keychron's POM switches
  • Mac and Windows users who switch between devices
  • People who like a low typing profile
Maybe Not For
  • Anyone who needs 2.4 GHz wireless
  • Buyers who want PBT keycaps
  • Typists who prefer a full-height board

Where to Buy

Specifications
Full technical details

Dimensions

346 x 119 mm

Weight

596 g

Case Material

ABS with aluminum frame

Connectivity

Both


Mounting Style Integrated Plate
Typing Angle Not listed
Front Height Not listed
Switch Type Low Profile
Profile Low Profile
Keycaps Shine-through ABS
PCB Hot-swap
Battery 2000 mAh, up to 160 hours
Compatible Switches Keychron low-profile

Plate Options

Not listed

Case Colors

See the store

Software Support

QMK Keychron Launcher

NKRO
RGB

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