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AKeychron K2 HE

BKeychron Q1 Max

General

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Series

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Q Max1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

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

K2H-J1, K2H-J1G, K2H-F1, K2H-F1G, K2H-Q1, K2H-Q1G, K2H-F1-BO, K2H-F1-DE, K2H-F1-UK, K2H-F1-SW2Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboard.jsonRead 30 September 2026

Q1M-M3, Q1M-M1, Q1M-M4, Q1M-P3, Q1M-P1, Q1M-P4, Q1M-V3, Q1M-V1, Q1M-V41Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026Current maker ProductGroup payload provides nine exact SKU/GTIN rows: three case colors, each with Jupiter Red/Brown/Banana. Side-printed S-suffix and B-series barebones identifiers excluded.

GTIN / EAN

4895248888994, 4894979071552, 4895248889175, 4894979071569, 4895248889182, 4894979071576, 4894979013583, 4894979051950, 4894979017628, 48949790276892Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboard.jsonRead 30 September 2026Barcode per SKU from the store data. Best Buy lists UPC 4895248889045 for K2H-J1, not used

4895248870609, 4895248870593, 4895248870616, 4895248870630, 4895248870623, 4895248870647, 4895248874300, 4895248874294, 48952488743171Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

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

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Status

Available1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

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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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Keychron Q1 Ultra 8K7Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Keychron-Q1-Ultra-review-Smooth-thocky-typing-experience-and-stellar-battery-life-from-a-charming-retro-wireless-mechanical-keyboard.1249841.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Notebookcheck's review says the Keychron Q1 Ultra is pitched as a direct upgrade over the older Keychron Q1 Max.

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

$1306Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/keychron-launches-award-winning-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-custom-keyboard-for-direct-sales-following-1m-kickstarter-success-302330977.htmlRead 30 September 2026Manufacturer direct-sales announcement, Dec 13, 2024: starting at USD 130 for the Standard edition. This is the maker launch price, not a current rounded store price.

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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-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black, White1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Carbon Black, Shell White, Purple1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Segment

Gaming1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Maker presents magnetic gaming controls and competitive gameplay as a main use.

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

Complete3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026Fully Assembled Version. The manual also describes a Barebone Version, not sold on the maker page today

Complete1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Layout

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

75 %1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

75 %1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

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

ANSI, ISO1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

ANSI1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Regional layouts

ANSI, ISO-Nordic, ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-Swiss1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

English US (QWERTY)1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 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.

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812Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original specification page 11 explicitly 81 keys. Complete ANSI drawing independently counted 14, 15, 15, 14, 13, 10 by row, excluding knob.

Key legends for

macOS, Windows1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Windows, macOS2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026

Numpad

No3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

No2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026

Function row

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

Yes2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026

Dedicated arrow keys

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

Yes2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026

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

Compact3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026Del, Pg Up, Pg Dn, Home and End in a column on the right

Compact2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026Dedicated Page Up, Page Down and Home compact side column, not full six-key navigation cluster.

Key stagger

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Row-staggered2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026

Bottom row

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Low profile

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No2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026

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.

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Mechanical1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Switch feel

Linear4Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/gateron-double-rail-magnetic-switchRead 30 September 2026Spec image: Nebula 'Behavior: Linear', 'Pre-lubed: Yes'

Linear, Tactile1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Switch maker

Gateron1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Gateron1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Switch models

Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic Nebula Switch Version 1, Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic Nebula Switch Version 21Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Gateron Jupiter Red, Gateron Jupiter Brown, Gateron Jupiter Banana1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Switch stem

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MX cross3Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/gateron-jupiter-switch-setRead 5 October 2026Exact Jupiter maker specification MX stem. Current Q1 Max identifies this fitted family and links its feature chart.

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

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45 to 59gf1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 20263Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/gateron-jupiter-switch-setRead 5 October 2026

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

60gf8Maker product pagekeychron.com/cdn/shop/files/Gateron_Double-Rail_Magnetic_Switches.pngRead 30 September 2026Product comparison diagram: both magnetic switch versions have 60 g end force. The 40 g start force is not actuation 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.

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2mm1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 20263Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/gateron-jupiter-switch-setRead 5 October 2026

Total travel

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3.4 to 4mm1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 20263Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/gateron-jupiter-switch-setRead 5 October 2026

Rated keystrokes

150million8Maker product pagekeychron.com/cdn/shop/files/Gateron_Double-Rail_Magnetic_Switches.pngRead 30 September 2026Both switch columns in the product comparison diagram specify a lifespan of 150 million clicks.

80million1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026Fitted Jupiter up to 80 million keystrokes. Maker rating, not guaranteed minimum or measured life.

Factory-lubed switches

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Adjustable actuation

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

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

Min0.2Max3.8mm1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

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Actuation stepiSmallest documented increment between selectable actuation settings.

0.1mm1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

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

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

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Rapid trigger

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

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

0.1mm1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026'Sensitivity 0.1 mm'

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Multi-action keys

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026'Dynamic Keystrokes (DKS)', up to 4 actions per key

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SOCD handling

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026'Last Key Priority (LKP) & Snap Click', disabled by default

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

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

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

Magnetic1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

5-pin1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026PCB supports 3-pin and 5-pin MX switches without soldering. Fitted Jupiter switches explicitly 3-pin. Magnetic sensing compatibility not inferred.

Compatible switches

Version 2 supports Keychron Ultra-fast Lime Magnetic Switches. Version 1 supports only Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic Switches1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

3-pin and 5-pin MX mechanical switches1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Stabilizers

PCB screw-in1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

PCB screw-in1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Factory-lubed stabilizers

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Keycaps

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Keycap material

PBT1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

PBT1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Legend method

Doubleshot1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Doubleshot1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Keycap profile

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KSA1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Keycap thickness

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

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

No1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

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.

AKeychron K2 HE

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

Source1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026'1000 Hz (Wired and 2.4 GHz)', '125 Hz (Bluetooth)'

BKeychron Q1 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-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026Maker 1000 Hz USB and receiver, 90 Hz Bluetooth. One included USB-A receiver, no optional high-rate adapter needed.

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.

AKeychron K2 HE

Connection	Rollover
USB (wired)	NKRO
2.4 GHz	NKRO

Source1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026'N-Key Rollover (NKRO): Yes (wireless & wired)'. Bluetooth not stated separately

BKeychron Q1 Max

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

Source1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026Maker explicitly NKRO wireless and wired. Original manual Fn+N toggles NKRO. These are supported report capabilities, not a claim that every factory OS/profile defaults to NKRO.

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, Bluetooth1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

USB (wired), 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Wireless technology

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Bluetooth

5.21Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

5.11Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Bluetooth device slots

31Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

31Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 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 manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026Manual Bluetooth-mode section: Fn+1, Fn+2, Fn+3 select paired hosts. The physical switch selects connection mode, not the Bluetooth host.

Keys2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026Fn+1/2/3 switches paired Bluetooth devices. Fn+4 enters receiver forced pairing, not asserted as a fourth one-key host switch. Three BT devices stored separately. Total host count not inferred.

Receiver connector

USB-A3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

USB-A2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original fully assembled box and current maker package image list one USB-A 2.4 GHz receiver. No USB-C receiver or extension adapter inherited from V1 Max. Manual recommends extension adapter separately, but does not list it in box.

Receiver storage in keyboard

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Receiver shared with other devices

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Wireless range

10m3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026'Bluetooth operating distance: Within 10 meters (open space)'

10m2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026Manual within 10 meters in open space. Transport unscoped, indoor interference can reduce range. Not guaranteed working radius.

Detachable cable

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

Yes2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026

Port on keyboard

USB-C3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

USB-C2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026

Cable plug

USB-A3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

USB-C2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026

Cable

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Cable length

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USB passthrough

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

macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Spec table: macOS/Windows/Linux. iOS and Android from the OS toggle label in the manual3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026Current maker macOS/Windows/Linux. Manual OS switch explicitly Mac/iOS and Windows/Android. ChromeOS and iPadOS not inferred.

Consoles

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Battery

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Battery type

Li-Po1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026'4000 mAh Rechargeable li-polymer battery'

Li-Po1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 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

4,000mAh1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

4,000mAh1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 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.

AKeychron K2 HE

Lighting	Hours (h)
Off	110

Source5Maker product pagekeychron.jp/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-custom-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Japanese maker specifications explicitly qualify 110 hours as wireless working time with backlight off. Connection and polling setting are unspecified.

BKeychron Q1 Max

Lighting	Hours (h)
Off	180
On	100

Source1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026Up to 180 hours lighting off, up to 100 hours RGB at lowest brightness. Connection, polling rate, firmware and sleep conditions not published. No conversion from months or inferred continuous-use conditions.

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.

110h=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.

110h=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.

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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-C3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

USB-C2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026

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

300min3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026'Charging time: Around 5 hours'

300min2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original page 18 explicitly fully charged in around 5 hours, red charging LED/green full. Approximate 300 minutes. Initial percentage not published. Recommended 5V1A or USB3.0 source, maximum 5V1A supported.

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_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original page 18 permits charging in receiver, Cable and Bluetooth modes. Wired mode operates through same USB-C cable. No faster charging claim during active use.

Solar charging

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Battery indicator

LED3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026Power indicator LED: low power red blinking, charging static red, full static green

LED2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026Dedicated charging LED: red charging, green fully charged. Fn+B battery-life command is documented, but display mechanism is unscoped and not stored as software or key-light battery indicator.

Build

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Case material

ABS plastic bottom with aluminum frame. Special Edition adds wooden side panels.1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Technical specifications: bottom case ABS, Standard aluminum frame, Special Edition aluminum and wood.

CNC-machined 6063 aluminium1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026Producer explicitly entire metal body CNC-machined 6063 aluminum. Coating colors do not imply different base material.

Plate material

Aluminium1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Polycarbonate1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Mount style

Tray1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Gasket1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Flex cuts in PCB

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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.

Foam, position not stated, Silicone bottom, Other1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Sound absorbing foam, EPDM foam, bottom case PET film, silicone bottom pad. The foams have no stated position and are stored as foam. The PET film is stored as other.

Case foam, Foam, position not stated, Other1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026Double gasket adds silicone pads between case halves. Maker inventory includes case acoustic foam, sound-absorbing foam, IXPE foam, PET layers and latex bottom pad. The sound-absorbing and IXPE foams have no stated position and are stored as foam. Other preserves the PET layers, latex pad and silicone pads without relabelling latex as silicone bottom.

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.

5°, 9.34°, 12.43°1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026'Feet Height / Angle: 5° / 9.34° / 12.43°'

5.2°1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Spill resistant

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IP rating

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Lighting

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Backlight

RGB per key1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Product feature and technical specifications: north-facing RGB LEDs. Launcher offers per-key colour control.

RGB per key1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

LED position

North-facing1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

South-facing1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 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 manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026Media functions printed on F1 to F12

Fn layer2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026Playback shortcuts on function row, including default Mac media and Windows Fn layer. Knob press excluded from dedicated media count. No separate macro buttons or built-in display in complete inventory.

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

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02Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026

Volume control

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Knob5Press articlegizmochina.com/2023/12/28/keychron-launches-q1-max-q65-max-keyboardsRead 5 October 2026Exact report explicitly rotary knob for volume control. Knob presses and ordinary typing keys do not become separate media buttons.

Knobs

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12Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026

Programmable knob

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Knob press

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Yes2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026Manual page 20 explicitly Fn plus knob press toggles backlight. Ordinary rotation is volume per contemporary exact-model report.

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_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026

Built-in screen

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None2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026

Touchpad

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Fingerprint reader

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OS mode switch

Switch3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026'Win/Android Mac/iOS (OS Toggle)'

Switch2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026

Windows key lock

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Software

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Software

Keychron Launcher1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Keychron Launcher / VIA1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026Current maker uses web Launcher with QMK, original manual web VIA. Configuration requires supported Chrome, Edge or Opera and wired connection. Keyboard host compatibility is broader than browser software compatibility.

Software runs on

Web1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Keychron Launcher web app, Chrome/Opera/Edge, wired connection

Web1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Open firmware

QMK1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Product firmware section specifies QMK and Keychron Launcher. The umbrella QMK/VIA support tag does not establish that this model works with VIA, so VIA is omitted.

QMK, VIA1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

Onboard memory

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Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026Maker explicitly saves separate Mac and Windows layouts on the keyboard. Four mapping layers in manual, not four profile slots or proof of onboard macro execution.

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

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Macros

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 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

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026

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

43Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026Four layers: 0 and 1 for Mac, 2 and 3 for Windows

42Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026Four mapping layers including Mac base/Fn0/1 and Windows base/Fn2/3. Not four independently selected profiles.

User firmware updates

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 20263Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

Yes2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026

Ergonomics

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Wrist rest

None1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Complete standard box contents contain no wrist rest. Wrist-rest accessories are sold separately.

None2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026

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.

Depth126.7Height40.7mm(5 × 1.6 in)1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Technical specifications: depth and back height apply to both editions. Standard width/front height are 316.4/30.2 mm, Special Edition 320.5/30.1 mm. Differing dimensions are omitted because this field cannot vary.

Width327.5Depth145mm(12.9 × 5.7 in)1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026Maker 327.5 mm left-right length and 145 mm front-back width. Stored width/depth reordered. Front 20.7/back 31.8 mm explicitly WITHOUT keycaps, so fitted full height/front height omitted. KSA profile cannot be used to calculate full height.

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.

980g(2.2 lb)1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026Standard Version 980 g, Special Edition 965 g

1,724g(3.8 lb)1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026Maker 1724 g plus or minus 10 g for fully assembled body. Cable and optional rest excluded. Barebones weight not inherited.

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

1x Fully Assembled Keyboard, 1x Type-A to Type-C Cable, 1x Type-A 2.4GHz Receiver, 1x Extension Adapter For Receiver, 1x Keycap & Switch Puller, 1x Screwdriver, 1x Hex Key3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026Fully Assembled Version, plus Mac and Windows keycaps per the product page

Fully assembled Q1 Max keyboard with Gateron Jupiter switches and KSA PBT keycaps, Additional Mac and Windows keycaps, USB-C to USB-C cable, USB-A to USB-C adapter, USB-A 2.4 GHz receiver, Four spare gaskets, Keycap and switch puller, Screwdriver, Hex key2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026Complete kit includes installed aluminum case, PCB, PC plate, foams/pads, 10 installed gaskets plus 4 spares, four stabilizer sets, switches/caps. Listed removable cable, adapter, one receiver and tools retained. No optional wrist rest or extension receiver adapter.

Cables included

AKeychron K2 HE

Type	Count
Type-A to Type-C Cable	1

Source3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

BKeychron Q1 Max

Type	Count
USB-C to USB-C cable	1

Source2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026

Spare switches

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Links

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Product page

www.keychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboard1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-k2-he-wireless-magnetic-switch-keyboardRead 30 September 2026

www.keychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboard1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026Exact original Q1 Max fully assembled ANSI knob with standard top-printed KSA caps. Q1 wired, Q1 Pro, Q1 HE, Q1 Ultra 8K, barebones, side-printed OSA and unverified regional versions excluded.

Spec sheet

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www.keychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboard1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026Exact maker online Specs table. Original 44-page manual also read. No separate exact consumer specification PDF found.

Manual

cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdf3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_K2_HE_User_Manual.pdfRead 30 September 2026

cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdf2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Keychron_Q1_Max_User_Manual.pdfRead 5 October 2026Exact maker Q1 Max 44-page English/Chinese original, created November 10, 2023. English pages 1-22 rendered/read, including box, complete layout, connection modes, layer table, LED states, charging and troubleshooting.

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.

1year7Maker product pagehelp-center.keychron.com/en-us/article/360021443594-how-long-is-the-keyboard-warranty-forRead 30 September 2026Official support article states 12 months global warranty, dated August 28, 2026.

1year4Maker product pagekeychron.com/pages/warrantyRead 5 October 2026Default twelve months from delivery unless purchase documents state otherwise. Q Max expressly included through defective-part replacement. Keycaps/palm rests three months. Statutory rights separate.

Both are also in the API. Back to all keyboards.