Pre-built Keyboards
Switches and keycaps are already on. Plug it in. These are the boards we list when you do not want to build.
Most of the directory is already assembled. A Keychron V3 is programmable and under $100. The NuPhy Air75 V2 is low-profile. A Leopold is the board you stop modding. The HHKB is Topre.
If you only want one, start with Keychron V3 . If you do not already know the size you want, it is finished, programmable, and the board we marked Budget King.
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“QMK support under $100 is absurd”
A wired 80% TKL with QMK/VIA, hot-swap sockets, PBT keycaps and an optional knob, in a plastic tray-mount case. Keychron lists it as sold out.
“The programmer's keyboard since 1996”
A compact 60-key board with silent Topre switches, the HHKB layout, USB-C and Bluetooth for up to four devices. It runs on two AA batteries.
“Low-profile done right”
A thin 75% with an aluminum top frame, hot-swap low-profile Gateron switches, QMK/VIA, and 2.4GHz, Bluetooth and USB-C. Reviewers liked its typing feel and 1000Hz wireless.
“Akko's full-size tri-mode hot-swap board in themed editions”
A full-size, hot-swappable tri-mode board with PBT dye-sub keycaps, an ABS frame and a 3,000 mAh battery. The only review read, from SmartZone, liked its flexibility and smooth lubed switches and found battery life modest.
“Aula's budget gasket-mount 75% with tri-mode wireless and a knob”
A budget 75% with an 80-key layout, a gasket mount, five layers of dampening, hot-swap sockets, tri-mode wireless and a knob. Gizmochina praised the sound, and Prime Audio and IGN Middle East the value; IGN also noted it is hard to open and has no VIA.
“Corsair's full-size board with quiet, pre-lubed MLX Red switches and a control dial”
A wired full-size board with pre-lubed Corsair MLX Red linear switches, an aluminum top plate, two layers of EVA foam, a control dial with presets and a magnetic wrist rest. Tom's Hardware loved the switch feel; Trusted Reviews disliked the fixed cable and the dial's action.
“Das Keyboard's full-size with an aluminum top, volume knob and USB hub”
A wired full-size board with Cherry MX Brown or Blue switches, an anodized aluminum top, a volume knob and a two-port USB 3.0 hub. Reviewers praise the build and knob; stabilizer rattle and laser-etched ABS keycaps are the usual criticisms.
“The original DrunkDeer 75%”
The original DrunkDeer 75%: a wired Hall-effect board with a volume knob, ANSI and three ISO layouts, and an optional aluminum PVD case. Reviewers liked the smooth switches and disliked the early software.
“The mid A75”
A 75% with a volume knob, a top-and-bottom-cover gasket structure, a silent-switch option and Cherry-profile PBT keycaps. About 1 kg; the maker lists ABS covers while HLPLANET describes an aluminum case.
“The top A75”
DrunkDeer's 8 kHz 75%: measured at about 0.5 ms latency, with a gasket-style Omni-Suspension structure and four colorways. Case material and switch listings differ between sources.
“The $50 magnetic 60%”
A compact budget 60% with magnetic switches and a plastic ABS case. HLPLANET found the switches smooth and the build good for the price, but noted unlubed switches and average keycap printing.
“The budget 65%”
The G65 adds an arrow cluster to the G60 for a 65% layout at 580 g. It uses a plastic ABS case, has 1000 Hz polling and a barebone option, but one review reports uneven quality control and a finicky driver.
“The cheap 75%”
The budget 75% with a plastic case, a tray mount, 1000 Hz polling, and the option of silent magnetic switches. No knob; it is hot-swap but only with Raesha magnetic switches.
“The higher 60%”
The X60 Future is a 60% with an aluminum frame, a tempered-glass light bar, 8 kHz polling and a 1.15 kg body. Reviewers praised the build and the sound; the style is loud.
“The cheaper X60”
The X60 HE is the plainer, cheaper X60: a 64-key aluminum 60% at 840 g with 8 kHz polling and no glass light bar. Reviewers praised the build and the value.
“Ducky's wired hot-swap 60% with PBT keycaps and extra dampening”
A wired 60% with a hot-swappable PCB, Cherry MX switches, double-shot PBT keycaps and foam dampening in a plastic case. ProSettings praised the feel and stabilizers; the trade-offs are no software, slight case flex and firmware key-registration issues on some versions.
“Ducky's wired hot-swap TKL with PBT keycaps and Cherry MX”
A wired 80% (TKL) board with a hot-swappable PCB, Cherry MX switches and double-shot PBT keycaps. Tom's Guide found the typing feel outstanding, and faulted the lack of wireless, companion software and macOS support.
“Filco's plain Cherry MX full-size with PBT keycaps and NKRO over USB”
A wired full-size board with Cherry MX switches, double-shot PBT keycaps, full N-key rollover over USB and media keys on the function row. Eurogamer found it solid and an excellent typist's board, with no hot-swap, no RGB and a hard-to-justify cost.
“HyperX's aluminum-bodied TKL with red or aqua switches”
A wired TKL with a full aluminum body, HyperX Red linear or Aqua tactile switches, a detachable USB-C cable and per-key RGB. ZDNet loved the case but called the keycaps among the worst it had reviewed; TweakTown rated it highly.
“75% scissor-switch wireless board with non-replaceable keycaps”
A 75% wireless scissor-switch keyboard in ABS with no backlight. Keychron lists no NKRO and says the keycaps cannot be replaced. No review of this exact model found.
“Full-size scissor-switch wireless board, quiet but with accuracy complaints”
A 100% wireless keyboard with taller scissor switches, ABS construction and no backlight. Tom's Guide found it quiet and light but struggled with the keycap shape and the missing NKRO.
“Wired retro TKL with 8000Hz polling, QMK and OSA keycaps”
A wired retro TKL with up to 8000Hz polling, hot-swap Super switches and Launcher. Tom's Guide and Notebookcheck both rated it highly for the price. Also covers the C1 and C1 Pro.
“Wired full-size with 8000Hz polling and no knob”
A wired full-size with up to 8000Hz polling, OSA keycaps and Launcher. SemiPro Tech+Gear called it strong value; keycaps feel thin and there is no knob. Also covers the C2 and C2 Pro.
“Wireless 75% Hall-effect board with rapid trigger and a gasket mount”
A tri-mode 75% with Keychron Lime magnetic switches, rapid trigger, a gasket-mounted plastic case and 1000Hz polling. Evidence is Keychron's page and a listing; no standalone review found.
“Wireless 96% Hall-effect board with a numpad and 4000 mAh battery”
A wireless 96% with Keychron Lime magnetic switches, MDA-profile PBT keycaps and a 4000 mAh battery. Evidence is Keychron's page; no review found.
“Wired 75% Hall-effect board with 8000Hz polling and a steel plate”
A wired 75% with Keychron Lime magnetic switches, adjustable actuation, rapid trigger and 8000Hz polling. GetGeek.ro called it strong value, with a plastic case.
“Wireless full-size Hall-effect board with 0.01 mm sensitivity”
A wireless 100% with Keychron Lime magnetic switches, 0.01 mm sensitivity and a 4000 mAh battery. Evidence is Keychron's page; no review found.
“Wired 75% Hall-effect board with 8000Hz polling and a gasket mount”
A wired 75% with Keychron Lime magnetic switches, 8000Hz polling and a plastic gasket-mount body. No standalone review found; the wired J2 HE 8K sibling was reviewed.
“K1 Ultra 8K, from Keychron's store”
The K1 Ultra 8K is the slim TKL with 8000 Hz polling, ZMK firmware, aluminum and wood and a 490-hour battery rating. No board-specific review was found.
“K10 Pro, from Keychron's store”
The K10 Pro is the QMK/VIA full-size with PBT keycaps and K Pro switches. AppleInsider called it a great pick for Apple users wanting a 100% layout without overspending.
“K10 Ultra 8K, from Keychron's store”
The K10 Ultra 8K is the 8000 Hz full-size with ZMK firmware, a steel plate, Apex switches and a 600-hour battery rating at about 1495 g. No board-specific review was found.
“K12 Pro, from Keychron's store”
The K12 Pro is the 60% with QMK/VIA, PBT keycaps and a steel plate at about 737 g. Evidence is limited to the maker page and the K12 review.
“K14 Pro, from Keychron's store”
The K14 Pro is the QMK/VIA 70% with PBT keycaps and a steel plate at about 835 g. Evidence is limited to the maker page and sibling reviews.
“K2 Pro, from Keychron's store”
The K2 Pro puts QMK/VIA, screw-in stabilizers and a steel plate into the 75% K2 with Bluetooth only for wireless. EnosTech called it a no-frills board that just works; Tom's Hardware's K8 Pro review found the Pro platform's Bluetooth and keycaps weak.
“K2 Ultra 8K, from Keychron's store”
The K2 Ultra 8K is a 75% with 8000 Hz polling, ZMK firmware, a CNC aluminum and ABS case and a 760-hour battery claim. TechRadar liked the value and found it thick and the stock switch depth a little off.
“K3 HE, from Keychron's store”
A low-profile Hall-effect 75% with Lime magnetic switches, 2.4 GHz, rosewood sides and about 575 g. HLPlanet and GameRevolution liked it; the main limits are switch lock-in and 1000 Hz polling.
“K3 Max, from Keychron's store”
The K3 Max adds a 2.4 GHz dongle to the ultra-slim 75% with QMK/VIA, PBT keycaps and foam. SemiPro found the wireless stable but the stabilizers rattly. Also covers the K3, K3 Pro and K3 Max SE.
“K3 Ultra 8K, from Keychron's store”
The K3 Ultra 8K is the slim 75% with 8000 Hz polling, ZMK firmware, wood sides and a 550-hour battery rating. Tom's Hardware called it the best low-profile mech on the market despite a couple of flaws.
“K4 Max, from Keychron's store”
The K4 Max adds 2.4 GHz at 1000 Hz to the 96% K4 with QMK, PBT keycaps and an ABS body. Reviews of sibling Max boards are positive; no K4 Max review was found.
“K4 Pro, from Keychron's store”
The K4 Pro is the 96% with a steel plate, PBT keycaps and QMK/VIA at about 1280 g. Evidence is limited to the maker page and sibling Pro reviews.
“K4 Ultra 8K, from Keychron's store”
The K4 Ultra 8K is the 96% with 8000 Hz polling, ZMK firmware, a steel plate and a 600-hour battery claim. No board-specific review was found.
“Slim low-profile full-size with 2.4 GHz and QMK/VIA”
The K5 Max adds a 2.4 GHz dongle and IXPE foam to the slim full-size. GameRevolution and Phandroid found it light and refined; non-shine-through keycaps were the main complaint. Also covers the K5 (Version 2) and K5 Pro.
“K6 Pro, from Keychron's store”
The K6 Pro brings QMK/VIA, a steel plate and PBT keycaps to the 65% K6 for about 762 g. Coverage of this board is thin; Tom's Hardware's review of the K8 Pro shows the platform's weak points.
“Slim low-profile 65% with 2.4 GHz and QMK/VIA”
The K7 Max is a slim 65% with 2.4 GHz, QMK/VIA and a 73-hour battery rating at about 436 g. Android Police found the build premium and the keyboard growing on it as a portable. Also covers the K7 Pro and K7 Ultra-slim.
“Wireless 80% Hall-effect board with Rapid Trigger”
The K8 HE is the 80% Hall-effect Keychron: aluminum tray mount, 2.4 GHz, Rapid Trigger and about 1185 g. Windows Central found it beautiful and well-balanced but limited to Hall-effect switches and a short cable for software.
“TKL with 2.4 GHz, QMK and a 4000 mAh battery”
The K8 Max is the 2.4 GHz K8: QMK, hot-swap, PBT keycaps and an aluminum-frame option. MakeUseOf scored it 9 out of 10 as a customizable board with a plastic base and a heavy, sturdy feel. Also covers the K8 and K8 Pro.
“Slim 60% with 2.4 GHz and Milk POM low-profile switches”
The K9 Max is a 60% low-profile board with Milk POM switches, 2.4 GHz and QMK/VIA at about 426 g. No board-specific review was found. Also covers the K9 Pro.
“Wired 75% aluminum Q with a steel plate”
The version 2 wired Q1: a 1.8 kg CNC aluminum 75% with a steel plate, gasket mount, QMK/VIA and a knob. No Bluetooth or 2.4 GHz.
“Magnetic-switch 75% Q with 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth”
A wireless 75% aluminum Q1 with Gateron double-rail magnetic switches, Rapid Trigger and 0.2 to 3.8 mm adjustable actuation. Switch choice is limited to Keychron's magnetic range.
“Wired 8 kHz magnetic 75% Q with Lime switches”
A wired-only 75% aluminum Q with Keychron Lime magnetic switches, 8000 Hz polling and 0.1 to 3.35 mm actuation. It gives up wireless and a snappier, higher-pitched sound is the trade.
“The 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired 75% Q”
A 1.7 kg aluminum 75% with 2.4 GHz (1000 Hz), Bluetooth 5.1, PC plate, double gasket and a knob. Reviewers like its muted sound; Wirecutter dislikes the tall caps and fixed angle.
“Tri-mode 75% Alice Q with five macro keys”
A 2.1 kg 75% Alice-layout aluminum Q with 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired modes, PC plate, knob and five macro keys. Only a light independent write-up found. Also covers the Q10 and Q10 Pro.
“Split 75% aluminum Q with a knob on each half”
A fully split wired 75% aluminum Q with two knobs, five macro keys and a tray-mount case, about 1.2 kg. Reviewers like the build and customization; no tenting kit.
“Wired southpaw 96% Q with the numpad on the left”
A wired left-handed 96% aluminum Q with the number pad on the left, steel plate, double gasket and a knob, about 2.5 kg. Little independent review coverage.
“Southpaw 96% magnetic Q for left-handed gamers”
A 2.2 kg left-hand-numpad 96% aluminum Q with Gateron magnetic switches, Rapid Trigger, 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth. Digital Chumps calls it one of the best prebuilts for left-handed players.
“Wireless southpaw 96% Q with 2.4 GHz and a PC plate”
A 2.2 kg left-hand-numpad 96% aluminum Q with 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired modes, PC plate and Jupiter switches. No dedicated independent review found.
“Wireless 96% Alice Q with a right-hand numpad”
A 2.4 kg 96% Alice-layout aluminum Q with 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired modes, a right-hand numpad and double gasket. Tom's Guide gave it an Editor's Choice; heavy and expensive.
“Bluetooth 96% Alice Q recommended by an RSI sufferer”
A Bluetooth 96% Alice-layout aluminum Q with a right-hand numpad, five macro keys and a knob, about 2.3 kg. One owner credits the layout with easing RSI pain.
“Wireless 8 kHz 96% Alice Q with ZMK”
A 2.4 kg 96% Alice-layout aluminum Q with 8000 Hz, Silk POM switches, ZMK firmware and a battery rated up to 660 hours. No independent review of this model found.
“Southpaw 96% Alice Q for left-handed typists”
A 2.5 kg 96% Alice-layout aluminum Q with a left-hand numpad, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired modes. Tom's Guide gave it an Editor's Choice; heavy and expensive.
“Bluetooth southpaw 96% Alice Q with a left numpad”
A Bluetooth 96% Alice-layout aluminum Q with a left-hand numpad, PC plate and double gasket, about 2.4 kg. No independent review of this exact model found.
“All-ceramic 65% magnetic Q with 8 kHz polling”
A wired 65% Q with a ceramic case and keycaps, Keychron Lime magnetic switches and 8000 Hz polling, about 1.06 kg. Reviews split: Tom's Guide likes it, WIRED scored it 4 out of 10.
“Wired 65% aluminum Q with a steel plate”
The original wired Q2: a 1.6 kg CNC aluminum 65% with steel plate, double gasket, QMK/VIA and an optional knob in place of Insert. No wireless.
“Wireless 65% Q with Gateron magnetic switches”
A 65% wireless aluminum Q2 with Gateron Double-Rail magnetic switches, Rapid Trigger and 0.2 to 3.8 mm actuation. It takes only Keychron's own magnetic switches.
“Wired 8 kHz 65% magnetic Q for competitive play”
A wired 65% aluminum Q with Keychron Lime magnetic switches, 8000 Hz polling and 0.1 to 3.35 mm actuation. No wireless.
“65% Q with 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and a knob”
A 65% aluminum Q with 2.4 GHz (1000 Hz), Bluetooth 5.1, PC plate, double gasket and Gateron Jupiter switches. Wirecutter flags its tall case and keycaps.
“Bluetooth 65% Q with a flexible polycarbonate plate”
A 1.5 kg aluminum 65% with Bluetooth 5.1 for three devices, a PC plate and a knob. Reviewers liked it as a daily driver but it has no 2.4 GHz receiver.
“Wired 80% TKL aluminum Q with a steel plate”
A wired 80% tenkeyless in CNC aluminum, about 2 kg, with a steel plate, double gasket, QMK/VIA and an optional knob. Reviewers liked the value; Windows Central found the stock damping weaker than pricier boards.
“Compact 80% magnetic Q for typing and gaming”
A 1.8 kg aluminum 80% TKL with Gateron magnetic Nebula switches, Rapid Trigger, 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth. Tom's Guide and AppleInsider like it; price and a single switch choice hold it back.
“Tri-mode 80% TKL Q praised for sound and build”
A 1.8 kg aluminum 80% TKL with 2.4 GHz (1000 Hz), Bluetooth and wired modes, double gasket and Gateron Jupiter switches. Tom's Guide and PC Gamer rate the sound and build highly.
“Bluetooth 80% TKL Q with a PC plate and knob”
A Bluetooth-only 80% aluminum Q3 with PC plate, double gasket, a knob and a 4000 mAh battery rated up to 300 hours. Keychron's page lists conflicting weights.
“Wireless 8 kHz 80% Q with a 660-hour battery”
An 80% TKL aluminum Q with 8000 Hz over 2.4 GHz and wired, Silk POM switches, ZMK firmware and a battery rated up to 660 hours. Tom's Guide notes tall KSA keycaps.
“Wired 60% aluminum Q with a steel plate”
The wired 60% Q: CNC aluminum, steel plate, gasket mount, QMK/VIA and 1.5 kg of weight. No arrow keys or function row; no wireless.
“Wireless 60% magnetic Q that types heavy”
A 1.4 kg aluminum 60% with Gateron magnetic Nebula switches, Rapid Trigger, 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth. Audiophile Heaven found the stock switches heavy and loved the size.
“Bluetooth 60% Q with a PC plate and double gasket”
A 1.35 kg aluminum 60% with Bluetooth 5.1, PC plate, double gasket and a battery rated up to 300 hours. Try Mech Keys found it premium; wireless is 90 Hz.
“Wired 96% aluminum Q with a number pad”
A wired 96% aluminum Q with number pad, knob, steel plate and double gasket, over 2.3 kg. Reviewers liked build and value; it is very heavy with no adjustable feet.
“Wireless 96% magnetic Q for work and gaming”
A 96% aluminum Q with Gateron magnetic switches, Rapid Trigger, 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth, about 2.2 kg. HLPlanet rated it 9 but found it pricey and limited to Keychron's switches.
“Tri-mode 96% Q with number pad and muted sound”
A 2.2 kg aluminum 96% with 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired modes, double gasket and a number pad. Reviewers like the soft, muted sound; weight and cost are the caveats.
“Bluetooth 96% Q with a number pad and PC plate”
A 2.2 kg Bluetooth 96% aluminum Q with number pad, PC plate, double gasket and a battery rated up to 300 hours. WIRED scored it 8 out of 10; pricey and too heavy to carry.
“Wireless 8 kHz 96% Q with ZMK and a 660-hour battery”
A 96% aluminum Q with 8000 Hz over 2.4 GHz and wired, Silk POM switches, ZMK firmware and a battery rated up to 660 hours. No independent review of this exact model found.
“Wired full-size aluminum Q built like a brick”
A wired 100% aluminum Q with steel plate, double gasket, QMK/VIA and a knob at about 2.4 kg. Tom's Guide praised the build but called it very expensive and extremely heavy.
“Full-size magnetic Q with a soft clacky sound”
A 2.2 kg full-size aluminum Q with Gateron magnetic switches, Rapid Trigger, 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth. Digital Chumps liked the build and soft sound but wanted third-party switch support.
“Tri-mode full-size Q that reviewers rate highly”
A 2.2 kg full-size aluminum Q with 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired modes, double gasket and Jupiter switches. TechRadar, WePC and GameRevolution praised it; weight and fixed height are the caveats.
“Bluetooth full-size Q with long battery life”
A 2.2 kg Bluetooth full-size aluminum Q with PC plate, double gasket and a battery rated up to 300 hours. Windows Central and Trusted Reviews rated it highly.
“Full-size 8 kHz wireless Q with 660-hour battery”
A full-size aluminum Q with 8000 Hz wireless, Silk POM switches, ZMK firmware and a 660-hour battery rating. Tom's Hardware found it solid but the switches heavy and the keycaps awkward.
“Wireless HHKB-layout 60% Q with a steel plate”
A 1.5 kg aluminum 60% with the HHKB layout, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired modes, steel plate and Jupiter switches. Trusted Reviews calls it clever but niche and expensive.
“Wired 65% Q with an extra row and a knob”
A wired 65% aluminum Q with an extra row of keys, knob, steel plate and double gasket, around 2.4 kg per Keychron. No independent review of the wired model found.
“Wireless 65% Q with extra macro keys and a knob”
A 2.4 kg aluminum 65% with four macro keys, a knob, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired modes. Tom's Guide gave it an Editor's Choice; very expensive and heavy.
“Wired 70% aluminum Q with a four-pound body”
A wired 70% aluminum Q with steel plate, double gasket and QMK/VIA, about 1.8 kg. Tom's Guide gave it an Editor's Choice for build, switches and sound; it has no wireless version.
“Tri-mode Alice 65% Q with 2.4 GHz and a knob”
A 1.7 kg Alice-layout 65% aluminum Q with 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired modes, PC plate and Jupiter switches. A Japanese owner review rates it 4 of 5 for the typing feel. Also covers the Q8 and Q8 Pro.
“Wired 75% in plastic with a steel plate and tray mount”
A wired 75% with a steel plate, tray mount, hot-swap sockets and QMK. Reviewers like the value and the sound; the stiff tray-mount feel and plastic case threads are the recurring complaints.
“Wired 75% with 8000Hz polling and a gasket mount”
A wired V1 refresh with Keychron Super switches, a gasket mount, PC plate and 8000Hz polling. Tom's Guide praised the build and sound; some body flex and no wireless are the trade-offs.
“Magnetic-switch 75% with rapid trigger, wired and wireless”
A 75% Hall-effect board with adjustable actuation, rapid trigger and tri-mode wireless. No independent review turned up, so this rests on Keychron's own specs.
“Wireless 75% with a gasket mount and PC plate”
The tri-mode V1: 2.4GHz and Bluetooth, gasket mount, PC plate and Jupiter switches. Reviewers praise value and wireless stability; V Max chatter reports are worth knowing.
“Wired 75% Alice layout with five macro keys and a knob”
A wired 75% Alice with five macro keys, a knob, a steel plate and tray mount. Clements praised value and comfort but hit KVM and layout issues.
“Wireless 75% Alice layout with a gasket mount”
A tri-mode Alice 75% with a function row, knob, gasket mount and PC plate. Evidence comes from Keychron's specs and partial reviews; V Max chatter reports apply.
“Wired 65% with a steel plate, tray mount and optional knob”
A wired 65% in ABS plastic with a steel plate and tray mount, hot-swap sockets and QMK. The V-series feel is stiff and accurate; the plastic case and tall profile are the trade-offs.
“Tri-mode 65% with a gasket mount and optional knob”
The wireless V2: 2.4GHz and Bluetooth, a gasket mount, PC plate and Jupiter switches in a 65% layout. Reviewer evidence is thin; the V Max chatter reports are worth knowing.
“Wired 80% TKL with 8000Hz polling and a knob”
A tray-mounted plastic TKL with a steel plate, 8000Hz polling and a volume knob. APH Networks found it solid and quiet but its switches slightly squishy.
“Wireless 80% TKL with a gasket mount and PC plate”
A tri-mode TKL with a gasket mount and PC plate. Tom's Guide praised typing feel and sound but flagged PCB flex in the corners and an awkward knob; V Max chatter reports apply.
“Wired 60% with a steel plate and tray mount”
A wired 60% in ABS plastic with a steel plate, tray mount, hot-swap sockets and QMK. Expert Reviews found the build superb and the feel accurate; the tall profile and missing arrows are the trade-offs.
“A mechanical 60% that is not a Topre”
The wireless V4: a 60% with a gasket mount, PC plate and Jupiter switches, 2.4GHz and Bluetooth. Independent coverage is thin, so this relies on Keychron's specs and one owner post.
“Wired 96% with a numpad, knob and tray-mounted plastic case”
A wired 96% with a knob, hot-swap sockets and QMK. An owner who set up macros found it capable but noted missing PgUp, PgDn and menu keys, and bright south-facing LEDs.
“Wired 96% with 8000Hz polling, a steel plate and a knob”
A wired 96% with a numpad, knob, steel plate, tray mount and 8000Hz polling. No review of this exact model turned up; evidence is Keychron's specs and sibling reviews.
“Wireless 96% with a gasket mount, PC plate and knob”
A tri-mode 96% with a gasket mount, PC plate and knob. TechGearLab rated it highly for convenience but found the tall keys, numpad and loudness less ideal.
“ZMK-powered wireless 96% with 8000Hz and up to 660 hours of battery”
A tri-mode 96% on ZMK firmware with Silk POM switches, 8000Hz polling and a rated 660 hours of battery. Tom's Hardware and The Verge rate it highly; remapping is less polished than QMK/VIA.
“Wired full-size with a steel plate, tray mount and optional knob”
A wired 108-key with a steel plate, tray mount, hot-swap sockets and QMK/VIA. Tom's Guide praised the build, sound and value; weight and the VIA tool were the nitpicks.
“Wired full-size with 8000Hz polling, a steel plate and a knob”
A wired 108-key with 8000Hz polling, a steel plate, tray mount and knob. No review of this exact model turned up; evidence is Keychron's specs and the V6 review.
“Magnetic-switch full-size with rapid trigger and tri-mode wireless”
A 100% Hall-effect board with adjustable actuation, rapid trigger and tri-mode wireless. No independent review turned up, so this rests on Keychron's own specs.
“Wireless full-size with a gasket mount and PC plate”
A tri-mode 108-key with a gasket mount, PC plate and knob. GamesRadar praised the soft landings and sound; plate flex and smooth keycaps were the notes.
“Full-size that mixes magnetic and mechanical switches, 8000Hz and tri-mode”
A tri-mode full-size that takes magnetic and mechanical switches in the same board, with 8000Hz polling. Pre-order only, with shipping estimated for December 2026.
“Wired 70% with a steel plate, tray mount and no knob”
A wired 70% in ABS plastic with a steel plate and tray mount. Independent coverage is thin; Keychron's specs and sibling V-line reviews are the evidence.
“Wired 65% Alice layout with a steel plate and tray mount”
A wired split-style Alice 65% in plastic with a steel plate and tray mount. Layout adaptation is the main issue; evidence comes from Keychron's specs and Alice-layout reviews of siblings.
“Wireless 65% Alice layout with a gasket mount”
A tri-mode Alice 65% with a gasket mount and PC plate. Tom's Guide praised the comfort and sound but warned of a real learning curve; V Max chatter reports apply.
“Leopold's 66-key Cherry MX board with real arrow keys”
A wired 66-key compact board with Cherry MX switches, thick double-shot PBT keycaps, a steel-plate tray build and a sound-absorbing pad. Reviewers praise the build, stabilizers and keycaps; mini-USB and non-standard modifier keys are the downsides.
“Leopold's 87-key Cherry MX TKL with a sound-absorbing pad”
A wired 87-key TKL with Cherry MX switches, thick double-shot PBT keycaps and a sound-absorbing pad over a steel plate. Tom's Guide called the typing experience fantastic and the build excellent; it has a single height setting and a cheap keycap puller.
“Leopold's full-size Cherry MX board with a sound-absorbing pad”
A wired full-size board with Cherry MX switches, opaque double-shot PBT keycaps and Leopold's sound-absorbing pad. Tech Critter, testing a Silent Red unit, loved its quiet typing feel; mini-USB and a single kickstand angle were its complaints.
“Lofree's slim aluminum 75% with gasket mount and Bluetooth”
A low-profile 75% with an aluminum case, gasket mount, Kailh POM switches, hot-swap sockets and Bluetooth. Tom's Guide and PCMag praised the feel and build; the weak battery, rigid switch options and lack of remapping software were the complaints.
“Logitech's low-profile wireless full-size for multi-device offices”
A wireless, full-size low-profile mechanical board with Kailh Choc V2 switches in three flavors, smart backlighting and Easy-Switch for three devices. Reviewers praise the connectivity and battery; How-To Geek disliked the typing feel, and PCMag notes the switches cannot be swapped.
“The cheap magnetic 60%”
A 60% Hall-effect board with an aluminum plate, 8K polling and a very low entry price. Reviewers call the plastic case and sound adequate rather than premium.
“The TMR 60%”
The FUN60 with a CNC aluminum case, a 4,000 mAh tri-mode battery and a choice of Hall-effect or TMR sensors. TechteamGB found it nicer to use than the Pro, though not because of the sensor.
“The cheap magnetic 65%”
A wired 65% Hall-effect board with arrow keys, a plastic case, bottom foam and 8K polling. A Japanese review picks it over the FUN60 and Akko TAC75 HE for everyday use.
“The Gem 75%”
A tri-mode aluminum 75% from the Akko and MonsGeek Gem line. Gasket mount, ball-catch case and VIA, without the Mineral 01's curved frame and weight.
“The Gem 96%”
The 98-key Gem: a tri-mode aluminum compact full-size with gasket mount, VIA and an 8,000 mAh battery, without the Mineral 02's curved case and back weight.
“The translucent 75%”
A fully transparent 75%: acrylic case, clear polycarbonate keycaps, gasket or top mount and tri-mode wireless with a 3,000 mAh battery. Style-led, and lighter than the metal M1.
“The magnetic M1 V5”
The M1 V5 chassis with Hall-effect magnetic switches, 8K polling over USB and 2.4GHz, and 0.005 mm Rapid Trigger. Magnetic switches only; the mechanical-capable version is the TMR.
“The TMR M1”
The M1 V5 with TMR magnetoresistance sensors that accept both magnetic and mechanical switches on one board. Reviewers found it fast and well built; software and a hidden mode switch are the complaints.
“The magnetic 96%”
The M2 V5 with Hall-effect magnetic switches: 98 keys, aluminum, gasket mount, 8K polling over USB and 2.4GHz and an 8,000 mAh tri-mode battery.
“The magnetic M3”
The magnetic M3: an 87-key aluminum TKL with gasket mount, 8K polling over USB and 2.4GHz, and an 8,000 mAh tri-mode battery.
“The wireless 65%”
The wireless version of the aluminum M7 65% kit: Bluetooth, 2.4GHz and USB-C, a 5,000 mAh battery and MonsGeek's own driver instead of VIA.
“The plastic full-size”
A plastic full-size with a tray mount, an iron plate and PBT keycaps. The base MG108 is wired and not hot-swappable; MG108B and W variants add wireless.
“The magnetic MG75”
A wired 75% with Kailh Sakura Pink magnetic switches, an ABS case and an aluminum plate. The switches are soldered, not hot-swappable.
“The plastic wireless 75%”
A cheap plastic 75% (82 keys) with tray mount, hot-swap sockets and wired or 2.4GHz wireless. No Bluetooth, and a small 500 mAh battery.
“The Mineral 75%”
A tri-mode aluminum 75% with a curved CNC side frame and PVD back weight, gasket mount, VIA and an 8,000 mAh battery. The Gem 01 is the plainer sibling.
“The Shine 60%”
A budget 60% Hall-effect board branded Veekos and sold through MonsGeek and Akko, with an aluminum plate, 8K polling and a DIY light box. Wired or tri-mode.
“The wireless magnetic 65%”
A style-first 65% with a perforated ABS shell over a clear polycarbonate frame, Hall-effect switches and 8K polling. Wired or tri-mode.
“NuPhy's low-profile 60% that weighs about a pound”
A 64-key low-profile 60% with hot-swap Gateron low-profile switches, QMK/VIA, tri-mode wireless and an aluminum top. AppleInsider praised it as a travel board; How-To Geek disliked the tiny right Shift and PCMag called it best for mobile use.
“ASUS's gasket-mount 75% with an OLED, knob, hot-swap and a lube kit”
A tri-mode 75% with a gasket mount, hot-swappable pre-lubed NX switches, a 2-inch OLED, a three-way control knob and a DIY lube kit. Tom's Hardware, IGN and Trusted Reviews loved the typing and battery; Armoury Crate software and the cost were the complaints.
“Razer's full-size gaming board with six macro keys and a wrist rest”
A wired full-size gaming board with six dedicated macro keys, four media keys and a roller, Razer Green or Yellow switches, an aluminum top case and a magnetic wrist rest. CGMagazine liked the comfort and controls but found the Green switches loud.
“Razer's hot-swap, gasket-mounted 75% with tactile Orange switches”
A wired 75% gaming board with hot-swap sockets, a gasket-mounted FR4 plate, a tape-modded PCB and tactile Razer Orange switches. PCMag gave it an Editor's Choice for its typing feel; Razer's own forum carries reports of Orange switches failing.
“SteelSeries' TKL with adjustable Hall-effect switches and an OLED screen”
A wired TKL with OmniPoint 3.0 Hall-effect switches adjustable from 0.1 to 4.0 mm, Rapid Trigger, an OLED screen and PBT keycaps. PC Gamer called the typing feel immaculate; PCMag and Laptop Mag found the OLED and scroll wheel awkward.
“Varmilo's wired Cherry MX TKL with dye-sub PBT and quiet stabilizers”
A wired TKL with Cherry MX switches, dye-sublimated PBT keycaps, a plate-mount build and mini-USB. Switch and Click (an affiliate-linked site) called its stabilizers the best on any prebuilt; there is no RGB, software or hot-swap.
“Wooting's 60% with 8 kHz polling, Tikken switches and an FR4 plate”
A wired 60% Hall effect keyboard with Lekker Tikken Medium switches, true 8 kHz polling, an FR4 plate and a friction-fit mount, in ABS or aluminium. Reviewers praise the typing feel and sound, and note a slight ping on larger keys.
“The earlier 60HE, now cheaper”
Wooting's 1000 Hz 60% with Lekker L60 switches, an ABS case and a steel plate. Reviewers rate its performance and build, and fault the fixed 6 degree angle and 1000 Hz polling.
“Wooting's 80% Hall effect board with a gasket mount and 8 kHz polling”
A wired 80% Hall effect keyboard with Lekker L60 V2 switches, a silicone gasket mount, a polycarbonate plate and true 8 kHz polling, in recycled ABS or zinc. Reviewers praise the software and build, and fault the wired-only design, non-standard layout and some chassis flex.
“The updated Wooting 80% with Tikken switches and an FR4 plate”
An 80% Hall effect keyboard that updates the 80HE with Lekker Tikken Medium switches, an FR4 plate and extra dampening. Wooting offers ABS or zinc cases, a large knob on zinc prebuilts and a split spacebar on the module. No independent review of the 80HE+ was found.
“The full-size Wooting”
Wooting's full-size analog board, with Lekker switches, per-key actuation from 0.1 to 4 mm and a numpad. Reviewers praised the analog features; Tom's Hardware found the plastic build and thin keycaps behind its price.