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AULA F75 vs Keychron Q5 Max

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General

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Series

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Q Max1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Keychron lists the Q5 Max in the Max series.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

F75, AULA-F75-BK-Reaper-BPPM1Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75.jsRead 8 October 2026Exact available ANSI / Black / LEOBOG Reaper Switch variant. The reference is the original F75, not F75 Pro, Max, Ultra or wired-only versions.

Q5M-M1, Q5M-M3, Q5M-M4, Q5M-P1, Q5M-P3, Q5M-P41Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Store listing: Fully Assembled Knob with KSA keycaps, two colors times Jupiter Red, Brown and Banana. Barebone and side-printed OSA SKUs (S suffix) are not included.

GTIN / EAN

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4895248864264, 4895248864271, 4895248864288, 4895248864295, 4895248864301, 48952488643181Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Barcodes of the same six SKUs from the store product data.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

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Status

Available1Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75.jsRead 8 October 2026Current maker selected variant available and past exact-model reviews establish released hardware. Does not guarantee future stock.

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PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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US1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026US store listing. ISO layouts are sold as a separate collection and are not covered.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75.jsRead 8 October 2026

Carbon Black, Shell White1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Segment

Enthusiast2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026Marketed as a customizable mechanical board for DIY typing, everyday work and gaming.

Enthusiast1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Maker positions it as a custom mechanical keyboard. Enthusiast fits the QMK, gasket and hot-swap build.

Sold asiParts fitted when sold. A complete keyboard includes switches and keycaps. Barebones includes neither.

Complete1Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75.jsRead 8 October 2026Prebuilt selected variant includes fitted Reaper switches and keycaps. Shopify shipping weight 1400g is unlabelled package scope and omitted.

Complete1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Layout

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Form factoriLayout size or shape. A percentage describes the layout, not the number of keys.

75 %2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026

96 % (1800)1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Maker: 96 percent layout. Stored as the 96 percent form factor.

Layout standardiPhysical key layout standards sold for this model. Regional language names are listed separately.

ANSI1Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75.jsRead 8 October 2026

ANSI1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Fully Assembled Knob listing is ANSI.

Regional layouts

ANSI1Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75.jsRead 8 October 2026Maker layout selector calls this configuration ANSI. Actual US-style English legends are visible in its exact variant photo. ISO layouts are excluded.

English US (QWERTY)1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Keys in regional layoutiPhysical typing and function keys in the stated regional layout. Separate media buttons, macro buttons and rotary controls are excluded. A Touch ID or Lock key in a key row counts, as on Apple keyboards.

802Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026Current ANSI specification states 80 physical typing/function keys. Exact variant image and original manual match rows 13 + 15 + 15 + 14 + 14 + 9. Rotary knob is excluded. PgUp/PgDn/End are dedicated, Home is Fn+End.

1012Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specifications page: number of keys 101. Counted on the layer 2 (Windows) diagram: 17 + 19 + 19 + 17 + 17 + 12 = 101, not counting the knob.

Key legends for

Windows3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact Black ANSI fitted keycaps use Windows legends. Mac mode does not replace their printed labels.

Windows, macOS1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Numpad

No3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact 80-key diagram excludes numeric keypad.

Yes2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Function row

Yes3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026Diagram includes F1-F12.

Yes2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Dedicated arrow keys

Yes3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026Diagram shows separate four arrows.

Yes2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Navigation keysiAvailability of Home, End, Page Up and Page Down as dedicated keys or through an Fn layer.

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Compact2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Layer diagram has dedicated Page Up, Page Down and Home in a side column next to Delete and no End key. A numpad is on the right.

Key stagger

Row-staggered3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026Diagram has staggered typing rows.

Row-staggered2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Bottom row

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Low profile

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No1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Standard MX-style Jupiter switches and KSA keycaps.

Switches

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Switch sensing technologyiKey sensing technology. Hall effect and TMR are different sensor types. A mixed board is identified explicitly. Magnetic switch housing alone does not identify the sensor.

Mechanical2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026

Mechanical1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Switch feel

Linear2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026

Linear, Tactile1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Jupiter Red is linear. Brown and Banana are tactile (see the Jupiter page).

Switch maker

LEOBOG2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026

Gateron1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Switch models

Reaper2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026

Gateron Jupiter Red, Gateron Jupiter Brown, Gateron Jupiter Banana1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Switch stem

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MX cross3Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/gateron-jupiter-switch-setRead 10 October 2026Maker Jupiter table: POM, MX stem. Operation force Red 45 +/-15 gf, Brown 55 +/-15 gf, Banana 59 +/-10 gf. Pre-travel 2.0 +/-0.6 mm. Total travel 4.0 mm max for Red and Brown and 3.4 mm max for Banana. Used for the variant rows. Operation force is stored as actuation force.

Actuation forceiForce at the point where a key registers. Initial spring force is not actuation force. Adjustable switches require a stated actuation setting.

45gf4Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/leobog-reaper-switch-setRead 8 October 2026Dedicated exact Reaper sheet explicitly actuation 45±3g, separately initial 36 gf. Current keyboard table calls 36 gf Trigger Force. Exact F75/Reaper Laptop Mag review also quotes 45g. Use the clearly distinguished contact-actuation value without inventing the reason for the keyboard label conflict.

45 to 59gf1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Bottom-out forceiForce at the end of the switch travel. It is not the initial spring force or the tactile peak.

55gf4Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/leobog-reaper-switch-setRead 8 October 2026Dedicated exact Reaper sheet explicitly 55±3 gf bottom-out, not actuation or initial force.

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Tactile bump forceiPeak force of the tactile bump. It is not the force at initial movement or at bottom-out.

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Actuation pointiDistance before a key registers. For adjustable boards, the default profile or setting is stated in the source note.

1.8mm4Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/leobog-reaper-switch-setRead 8 October 2026Exact fixed-contact Reaper sheet 1.8±0.3 mm actuation travel. No adjustable setting inferred.

2mm1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Total travel

3.6mm4Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/leobog-reaper-switch-setRead 8 October 2026Reaper-specific keyboard table and dedicated sheet 3.6±0.3 mm. General keyboard/manual row 4.0 mm conflicts. Exact selected component scope takes precedence. No cause is asserted.

3.4 to 4mm1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Rated keystrokes

60million4Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/leobog-reaper-switch-setRead 8 October 2026Exact Reaper maker sheet 60 million strokes. This is per-switch rated life, not measured keyboard lifetime.

80million1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Product page: Jupiter switch lasts up to 80 million keystrokes.

Factory-lubed switches

Yes2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Adjustable actuation

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Actuation rangeiSelectable actuation distances. These are settings, not a measured usable travel range.

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Actuation stepiSmallest documented increment between selectable actuation settings.

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Per-key actuationiActuation can be configured individually for supported keys. The source note identifies any excluded keys.

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Rapid trigger

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Minimum rapid trigger movementiSmallest selectable movement used to reset or reactivate a key. This is a setting, not measured accuracy.

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Multi-action keys

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SOCD handling

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Analog inputiCan send variable gamepad or joystick input. Magnetic sensing or adjustable actuation alone does not establish analog output.

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Hot-swap socketsiSwitches can be replaced without soldering. Magnetic compatibility must be checked separately.

5-pin4Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/leobog-reaper-switch-setRead 8 October 2026Exact factory Reaper component is 5-pin, and selected keyboard declares full-key mechanical hot-swap. Explicit 3/5-pin compatibility is separately stated in EPOMAKER Official Store product description, not inferred from F99.

5-pin1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Maker states compatibility with 3-pin and 5-pin MX style switches. Fitted Jupiter switches are 3-pin. Stored as 5_pin.

Compatible switches

3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches11Retailer pagenewegg.com/p/32N-00J6-00474Read 8 October 2026EPOMAKER Official Store model F75 descriptive Specifications explicitly compatible 3/5-pin switches. Other unrelated feed errors, including inch units, tactile label and F68 package typo, are not used. Maker full-key hot-swap and supplied 5-pin Reaper corroborate the platform scope.

3-pin and 5-pin MX style mechanical switches1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Stabilizers

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PCB screw-in1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Factory-lubed stabilizers

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Keycaps

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Keycap material

PBT2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026

PBT1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Legend method

Doubleshot2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026

Doubleshot1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Keycap profile

Cherry2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026

KSA1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Keycap thickness

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Shine-through legendsiLight passes through the legends. Translucent keycap sides alone do not count.

No10Reviewrtings.com/keyboard/reviews/aula/f99-f75Read 8 October 2026Public narrative explicitly says both base F99/F75 lack shine-through caps. This reference is top-printed Black, not side-printed Pro. No protected F99 measurement used.

No1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Maker: KSA keycaps are not shine-through. Side-printed OSA caps are a separate option.

Performance

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Polling rate per connectioniDocumented report rates for each connection. Required receivers or optional adapters are identified in the row and source note.

AAULA F75

Connection	Polling rate (Hz)	Receiver or adapter
USB (wired)	1,000	Not available
2.4 GHz	1,000	Included 2.4 GHz USB receiver
Bluetooth	125	Not available

Source3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026English p 3 expressly wired 1000 Hz, 2.4G 1000 Hz, BT 125 Hz. These are maker report rates, not measured latency.

BKeychron Q5 Max

Connection	Polling rate (Hz)	Receiver or adapter
USB (wired)	1,000	Not available
2.4 GHz	1,000	Included USB-A 2.4 GHz receiver
Bluetooth	90	Not available

Source1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 20261000 Hz over 2.4 GHz and wired, 90 Hz over Bluetooth.

Max polling rate

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

Polling rate (wired)

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

Polling rate (2.4 GHz)

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

Polling rate (Bluetooth)

125Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

90Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

Scan rateiHow often the keyboard reads its switches. A USB report rate does not establish a scan rate.

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Input latency (claimed)iMaker-published input or response latency with conditions in the source note. Do not calculate this from polling rate.

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Key rollover per connectioniKeys registered simultaneously over the stated connection. Connection is omitted if the source does not specify it.

AAULA F75

Connection	Rollover
USB (wired)	NKRO
2.4 GHz	NKRO
Bluetooth	NKRO

Source3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026English p 3 expressly all BT/2.4G/wired modes support full-key no-conflict. Stored as the maker NKRO claim. No F99 measurement is transferred.

BKeychron Q5 Max

Connection	Rollover
USB (wired)	NKRO
2.4 GHz	NKRO
Bluetooth	NKRO

Source1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Maker: NKRO yes, wireless and wired.

Anti-ghosting

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Adjustable debounce

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Minimum debounce

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Measured

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Latency per connection (measured)iReviewer measurements for one tested setup per row. Settings and test method are stated in the source note. Missing conditions are not inferred.

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Actuation point (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Total travel (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Operating force (measured)iReviewer-measured force at actuation. The switch and actuation setting are stated in the source note.

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Typing noise (measured)iReviewer-measured A-weighted typing sound level. Measurement distance and conditions are stated in the source note.

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Battery life (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iReviewer-measured keyboard weight without cable or wrist rest. The tested configuration is stated in the source note.

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Connectivity

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Connections

USB (wired), 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026

USB (wired), 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Wireless technology

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Bluetooth

5.0 / 3.03Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026English p 6 explicitly lists 5.0 and 3.0 with two advertised device names, AULA-F75 5.0KB and 3.0KB. Its BLE wording is not used to infer transport implementation.

5.11Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Bluetooth device slots

33Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026p 6 three pairing slots selected with Fn+1/2/3. Two advertised Bluetooth versions are not added into six slots.

31Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Devices it can switch betweeniDistinct device connections available for switching. Do not infer this by adding wireless modes or paired Bluetooth slots.

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Device switchingiControl used to switch between paired device hosts. Connection-mode and OS switches are described separately.

Keys3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026Fn+1/2/3 chooses Bluetooth host. Rear switch selects connection mode. No total-device count is inferred by adding modes.

Keys2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Fn + 1, 2 or 3 pairs or switches between three Bluetooth devices. Fn + 4 forces 2.4 GHz pairing.

Receiver connector

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USB-A2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Box lists one Type-A 2.4 GHz receiver and an extension adapter for it.

Receiver storage in keyboard

Yes3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026English p 3 explicitly concealed independent receiver storage. p 2 rear drawing identifies stored USB receiver.

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Receiver shared with other devices

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Wireless range

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10m2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Within 10 meters in open space.

Detachable cable

Yes2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026

Yes2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Type-C port on the side. The cable is separate.

Port on keyboard

USB-C2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026

USB-C2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Cable plug

USB-A7Reviewparkablogs.com/index.php/content/aula-f75-keyboard-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact manufacturer-provided F75/Reaper sample explicitly includes USB-A to USB-C charging cable. Current maker bundle confirms detachable Type-C cable. No cable length or material transferred.

USB-C2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Cable

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Cable length

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USB passthrough

No3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026Complete p 2 interface drawing has one Type-C host port and a receiver-storage recess. Storage is not a downstream USB hub port.

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Works withiSystems on which the keyboard works. Configuration software may have narrower system support.

Windows, macOS, Android3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026English p 4-6 expressly Android, Windows and Mac modes via Fn+Q/W/E. Right-Ctrl is not a right-Command key in Mac mode per exact F75 review. No Linux/iOS compatibility is inferred.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Product page lists macOS, Windows and Linux. The manual's OS toggle also names iOS and Android.

Consoles

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Battery

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Battery type

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Li-Po1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Number of batteriesiNumber of replaceable AA or AAA cells required. Internal rechargeable battery packs are not counted here.

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Battery capacity

4,000mAh2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026Original F75 4000 mAh. F99 sample 8000 mAh and Max/Ultra battery claims are excluded. Rechargeable lithium is stated, but Li-ion versus Li-Po subtype is not established.

4,000mAh1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

User-replaceable battery

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Battery life per mode (claimed)iMaker estimates. Store one published native duration unit per row: hours, days or months. Days and months describe calendar use including idle time, not continuous runtime. Do not convert calendar estimates into hours. Connection, lighting and polling rate are included only when published. Brightness, workload, screen status, sleep settings and up-to qualifiers go in the source note.

AAULA F75

Lighting	Hours (h)
On	17.5
Off	266.5

Source3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026English p 3: about 17.5 h default lighting effect and 266.5 h all lights off. Connection, report rate, brightness level, activity/sleep workload, firmware and test method are unstated. No mode or continuous-use measurement is invented.

BKeychron Q5 Max

Lighting	Hours (h)
Off	180
On	100

Source1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Up to 180 hours with the backlight off and up to 100 hours with RGB at lowest brightness. Wireless, connection not named.

Longest battery life (claimed)iLongest maker estimate published in hours across the listed modes. Rows published in days or months do not contribute. Conditions can differ between products.

266.5h=CalculatedFrom Battery life per mode (claimed)

180h=CalculatedFrom Battery life per mode (claimed)

Battery life, lighting offiLongest maker estimate published in hours with lighting off. Calendar-day and calendar-month estimates are not converted and do not contribute.

266.5h=CalculatedFrom Battery life per mode (claimed)

180h=CalculatedFrom Battery life per mode (claimed)

Battery life, lighting oniLongest maker estimate published in hours with lighting enabled. Calendar-day and calendar-month estimates are not converted and do not contribute. Brightness and display conditions are stated in the source note.

17.5h=CalculatedFrom Battery life per mode (claimed)

100h=CalculatedFrom Battery life per mode (claimed)

Battery life, backlight on (claimed)iLongest maker up-to estimate published in calendar days with backlighting enabled. Includes idle time and the source-defined usage pattern, not continuous runtime. Brightness, workload, connection and sleep conditions remain in the table and source note. Hours and months are not converted.

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Battery life, backlight off (claimed)iLongest maker up-to estimate published in calendar months with backlighting off. Includes idle time and the source-defined usage pattern, not continuous runtime. Workload, connection and sleep conditions remain in the table and source note. Hours and days are not converted.

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Charging port

USB-C2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026

USB-C2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Full charge timeiPublished time for a full charge. Approximate times remain qualified in the source note.

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300min2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Page 18: fully charged in around 5 hours. Approximate.

Quick charge

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Use while charging

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Yes2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Page 18: the keyboard can be charged in 2.4 GHz, cable and Bluetooth mode.

Solar charging

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Battery indicator

LED, Key lighting3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026p 2 charging indicator strip. p 6 Fn+B displays battery level in wireless modes, unavailable while wired/charging. Exact F75/Reaper Tech4Gamers review identifies number-row key lighting as the percentage display.

LED2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026LED status table: battery indicator is red while charging and green when full. It blinks red at low power.

Build

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Case material

ABS plastic6Reviewtech360.tv/epomaker-x-aula-f75-review-a-custom-keyboard-that-only-costs-under-us-70Read 8 October 2026Exact original F75 hands-on review explicitly ABS plastic body. Reaper configuration reviewed. No F75 Pro/Max case claim used.

CNC-machined 6063 aluminum1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Maker: entire body is CNC-machined 6063 aluminum.

Plate material

Polycarbonate5Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0280/3931/5529/files/F75_Exploded_view.pngRead 8 October 2026Exact maker construction diagram labels PC Plate, distinct from PCBA and case. PC is polycarbonate plate material.

Polycarbonate1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Mount style

Gasket2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026Maker calls gasket structure. Reviews describe the specific leaf-spring gasket implementation. This does not assert a separate metal leaf-spring-only mount.

Gasket1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Maker: gasket mount with a double gasket design.

Flex cuts in PCB

Yes2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026Maker expressly 1.2 mm single-key slotted PCB, described as adding bounce. No PCB thickness field or inferred scan rate is stored.

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Sound dampeningiDampening layers the maker or a review names. Foam whose position in the stack is not stated is foam. Films, pads and silicone parts that fit no other option are other.

Plate foam, Switch pads, Case foam, Silicone bottom, Other5Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0280/3931/5529/files/F75_Exploded_view.pngRead 8 October 2026Diagram identifies under-plate PO Silence Cotton, IXPE Switch Pad, PET Sound Enhancement Pad, under-PCB PO Bottom Cotton and Silicone Base Pad. Maker body calls two PORON foam layers. PET uses other, not PE sheet or assumed tape. No positions are borrowed from another model.

Case foam, Foam, position not stated, Other1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Maker lists sound absorbing foam, IXPE foam, PET film, latex bottom pad and bottom case acoustic foam. Silicone pads sit between the case halves. Stored as case foam, foam for the sound absorbing and IXPE foams of unstated position, and other.

Typing anglesiKeyboard slope for each supported foot position, starting with the lowest. An adjustable-foot count does not establish angles. When the maker publishes only the angle with the feet out, that angle is stored alone.

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5.2°1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Specs: Angle 5.2 degrees. Feet height 2.4 mm.

Spill resistant

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IP rating

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Lighting

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Backlight

RGB per key2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026

RGB per key1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026South-facing RGB LED with 22 effect types. Per-key control is through the Launcher.

LED position

North-facing2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026Maker distinguishes south-facing LEDs for side-printed versions and north-facing for others. Exact Black reference uses top-printed keycaps. Side-printed/Pro configurations are not inherited.

South-facing1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Lighting zones

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Brightness levelsiSelectable onboard brightness steps. The source note states whether the off position is included.

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Side or underglow lighting

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Lighting sensors

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Lighting sync

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Controls

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Media keysiPlayback controlled by separate buttons, an Fn layer or a multifunction knob/rocker. Volume controls are listed separately, and knob presses are excluded from the separate media-button count.

Fn layer3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026English p 5 Windows Fn+F7/F8/F9 previous/play-pause/next. Mac/Android top row defaults to multimedia. Knob controls volume/mute, not track playback.

Fn layer2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Playback and volume are on the Fn layer of the number row and F-row.

Separate media buttonsiSeparate physical buttons for playback or mute, counted once each. Fn shortcuts, macro buttons, knob presses and roller presses are excluded.

03Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026Complete 80-key diagram and shortcut table have no separate playback buttons. Rotary press is excluded by field definition.

02Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Layer diagrams show no separate media buttons. Knob press is excluded.

Volume control

Knob3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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Knobs

13Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026One physical circular knob in complete diagram p 2.

12Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Programmable knob

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Knob press

Yes3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026p 6 short press mutes in Office mode or changes effect in Game mode. Long press selects Office/Game mode. This does not establish user reprogramming.

Yes2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Page 20: Fn plus knob (press) toggles the backlight.

Separate macro keysiSeparate physical keys or buttons intended for macros. Excludes ordinary remappable keys, media buttons and a dedicated software-launch button.

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02Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Layer diagrams show no separate macro keys.

Built-in screen

None10Reviewrtings.com/keyboard/reviews/aula/f99-f75Read 8 October 2026Public Differences table explicitly original F75 LCD screen No, with knob and 4000 mAh. F75 Max has screen and is excluded. Exact reference photo matches original screenless body.

None2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Overview diagram shows no screen.

Touchpad

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Fingerprint reader

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OS mode switch

Key combination3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026Fn+Q Android, Fn+W Windows, Fn+E Mac. Rear toggle is connection mode, not OS.

Switch2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Side toggle for Win/Android or Mac/iOS.

Windows key lock

Yes3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026Fn+left Win locks/unlocks Windows key in Windows mode. Source describes no Win lock in Mac mode.

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Software

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Software

EPOMAKER x AULA F75 Driver9Maker product pageepomaker.com/blogs/software/epomaker-x-aula-f75-driverRead 8 October 2026Exact current maker driver article identifies F75 ANSI/ISO-DE and provides Windows Software plus an official online driver.

Keychron Launcher / VIA1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Software runs on

Windows, Web9Maker product pageepomaker.com/blogs/software/epomaker-x-aula-f75-driverRead 8 October 2026Windows package AULA_F75_Setup_v2.zip and official browser driver aulaiso.aulastar.com. Current article requires desktop Chrome/Edge, excludes Safari/Firefox. Public official vendor bundle explicitly registers AULA_F75 alongside separate AULA_F75_D, so browser support is not an ISO-only assumption. No connected-device test or Linux native app claim.12Maker product pageaulaiso.aulastar.com/app-zr8CH2WO.jsRead 8 October 2026Current official browser driver public bundle explicitly registers AULA_F75 as an active wired keyboard device, separately from AULA_F75_D. This corroborates the exact maker driver article. No attached-device test, operating-system native application or firmware version is inferred.

Web1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Keychron Launcher web app in Chrome, Opera or Edge. Keyboard must be wired.

Open firmware

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QMK, VIA1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Onboard memory

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Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Maker: two layouts, one per system, are saved on the keyboard.

Onboard profilesiProfiles stored on the keyboard, including fixed defaults when the maker counts them. Software-only profiles are excluded.

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Macros

Yes8Reviewtech4gamers.com/epomaker-x-aula-f75-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact F75/Reaper software section expressly records macros. Onboard persistence without software is not proved and omitted.

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Macros stored onboardiRecorded command sequences run from keyboard storage without the configuration app. Onboard lighting or remapping alone does not establish this.

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Key remapping

Yes8Reviewtech4gamers.com/epomaker-x-aula-f75-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact F75/Reaper software section expressly key remapping. Function-key and firmware restrictions are not independently measured.

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

LayersiTotal key mapping layers including the base layer. Lighting effect layers and profile slots are excluded.

312Maker product pageaulaiso.aulastar.com/app-zr8CH2WO.jsRead 8 October 2026Current official browser-driver model AULA_F75 explicitly offers Default, Fn1 and Fn2 key-mapping layers, three including the base. The separate AULA_F75_D model is not the evidence. These are configurable mapping layers, not Bluetooth slots, saved profile count or lighting effects. Manufacturer-declared current driver scope, firmware version and connected-device operation are not measured.

42Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Four layers: layer 0 and 1 for Mac, layer 2 and 3 for Windows.

User firmware updates

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Yes2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Manual describes flashing firmware with QMK Toolbox.

Ergonomics

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Wrist rest

None2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026

None2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026No wrist rest in the box list.

Wrist rest material

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Tenting

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Tenting angles

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiKeyboard body dimensions with fitted keycaps, without wrist rest and with feet folded. Any different measurement condition is stated in the source note. Width is the longest side, depth runs front to back and height is the thickness. Map by size when the maker's labels differ.

Width322.7Depth143.2Height43.1mm(12.7 × 5.6 × 1.7 in)3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026English p 3 reports 322.7(L) x 143.2(W) x 43.1(H) mm, ±1 mm. Keyboard long horizontal axis becomes schema width, front-to-back becomes depth. Feet position is unstated. The 1023 g mass explicitly includes wire/receiver and is excluded from standalone weight.

Width408Depth145mm(16.1 × 5.7 in)1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026Specs: 145 x 408 mm. Stored as width 408 and depth 145. Heights are given without keycaps and are left out.

Dimensions with wrist rest

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Keyboard weightiKeyboard without cable or wrist rest. Weights that include accessories cannot be stored here. A cable that cannot be removed is included. Replaceable batteries are included, as built-in batteries are.

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2,215g(4.9 lb)1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 20262215 g plus or minus 10 g, Fully Assembled Version.

Weight including wrist restiKeyboard plus supplied wrist rest, excluding packaging. The source note identifies any included cable.

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Box dimensions

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Box weightiOne retail package including its contents. A multi-unit shipping carton weight is excluded.

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Certifications

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Platform certifications

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

EPOMAKER x AULA F75 keyboard, Detachable Type-C cable, 2.4 GHz dongle, 2-in-1 switch and keycap puller, Multilingual user manual, Two extra switches2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026Current maker Content List identifies six item groups including two extra switches. Older manuals/reviews can omit the spares. Contents may vary with package revision. No wrist rest is supplied in this reference package.

Fully assembled keyboard with aluminum case, PCB, PC plate and acoustic foams, 14 gaskets (12 installed, 2 spare), 7 sets of stabilizers, PBT double-shot keycaps (Mac and Windows), Gateron Jupiter switches, Type-C to Type-C cable, Type-A to Type-C adapter, Extension adapter for receiver, Type-A 2.4 GHz receiver, Keycap and switch puller, Screwdriver, Hex key2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Fully Assembled Version page and the Gateron Jupiter switches named on the product page.

Cables included

AAULA F75

Type	Count
Detachable Type-C cable	1

Source2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026

BKeychron Q5 Max

Type	Count
Type-C to Type-C cable	1

Source2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Spare switches

22Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026Current EPOMAKER reference bundle explicitly 2x extra switches. Their switch type is not stated and not inferred.

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Links

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Product page

epomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f752Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026

www.keychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboard1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Spec sheet

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www.keychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboard1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q5-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 10 October 2026

Manual

www.aulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdf3Owner's manualaulastar.com/uploads/soft/20241113/1-241113162Z3364.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original AULA WIND F75 manufacturer-hosted multilingual guide. English pages 2-6 are scanned and were visually inspected plus OCR. Only the standard F75 section is used.

cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdf2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q5_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year2Maker product pageepomaker.com/products/epomaker-aula-f75Read 8 October 2026EPOMAKER direct-store product explicitly offers one-year warranty. This is the source-store policy, not every regional AULA retailer or statutory consumer rights.

1year4Maker product pagekeychron.com/pages/warrantyRead 10 October 2026Warranty page: twelve months. The Q Max series is listed as covered.

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