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Keychron Q1 Max vs Razer BlackWidow V4 75%
Product A: Keychron
93 of 164 known
Change Keychron Q1 Max
Product B: Razer
78 of 164 known
Change Razer BlackWidow V4 75%
79 of 156 fields differ
- 37 different values
- 42 known for one only
- 23 the same
- 54 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 131 keyboards.
- Max polling rateA: 1,000HzB: 8,000HzRazer is 8 times higher.
- Polling rate (wired)A: 1,000HzB: 8,000HzRazer is 8 times higher.
- Rated keystrokesA: 80millionB: 100millionRazer is 20 million higher.
Weight
0 to 2,000 g
Keyboard weight
A1,724g
B815g
All 164 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
5 of 9 differ
Series
Model numbers
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
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
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Announced
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Status
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Predecessor
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Successor
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.
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
Colours
Carbon Black, Shell White, Purple1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026
Segment
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Layout
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Form factor
Layout standard
Regional layouts
Keys in regional layout
Key legends for
Numpad
Function row
Dedicated arrow keys
Navigation keys
Key stagger
Bottom row
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Low profile
Switches
11 of 25 differ
Switch sensing technology
Switch feel
Switch maker
Switch models
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
Razer Orange Tactile Mechanical Switch Gen-33Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-keyboards/razer-blackwidow-v4-75Read 5 October 2026Maker switch-generation description for this exact board.
Switch stem
Actuation force
Bottom-out force
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Tactile bump force
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Actuation point
Total travel
Rated keystrokes
Factory-lubed switches
Adjustable actuation
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Actuation range
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Actuation step
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Per-key actuation
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Rapid trigger
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Minimum rapid trigger movement
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Multi-action keys
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SOCD handling
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Analog input
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Hot-swap sockets
Compatible switches
3-pin and 5-pin MX mechanical switches1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-max-qmk-via-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 5 October 2026
3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches3Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-keyboards/razer-blackwidow-v4-75Read 5 October 2026
Stabilizers
Factory-lubed stabilizers
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Keycaps
3 of 5 differ
Keycap material
Legend method
Keycap profile
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Keycap thickness
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Shine-through legends
Performance
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Polling rate per connection
AKeychron 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 |
BRazer BlackWidow V4 75%
| Connection | Polling rate (Hz) |
|---|---|
| USB (wired) | 1,000 |
| USB (wired) | 8,000 |
Max polling rate
1,000Hz
8,000Hz
Polling rate (wired)
1,000Hz
8,000Hz
Polling rate (2.4 GHz)
1,000Hz
Not available
Polling rate (Bluetooth)
90Hz
Not available
Scan rate
Not available
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Input latency (claimed)
Not available
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Key rollover per connection
AKeychron Q1 Max
| Connection | Rollover |
|---|---|
| USB (wired) | NKRO |
| 2.4 GHz | NKRO |
| Bluetooth | NKRO |
BRazer BlackWidow V4 75%
| Connection | Rollover |
|---|---|
| USB (wired) | NKRO |
Anti-ghosting
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Adjustable debounce
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Minimum debounce
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Measured
None of 7 known
Latency per connection (measured)
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Actuation point (measured)
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Total travel (measured)
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Operating force (measured)
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Typing noise (measured)
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Battery life (measured)
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Weight (measured)
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Connectivity
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Connections
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
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Bluetooth device slots
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Devices it can switch between
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Receiver storage in keyboard
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Receiver shared with other devices
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Wireless range
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Detachable cable
Port on keyboard
Cable plug
Cable
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Cable length
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USB passthrough
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Works with
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.
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Consoles
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Battery
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Battery type
Not available
Number of batteries
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Battery capacity
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User-replaceable battery
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Battery life per mode (claimed)
AKeychron Q1 Max
| Lighting | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Off | 180 |
| On | 100 |
BRazer BlackWidow V4 75%
Not availableLongest battery life (claimed)
180h
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Battery life, lighting off
180h
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Battery life, lighting on
100h
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Battery life, backlight on (claimed)
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Battery life, backlight off (claimed)
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Charging port
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Quick charge
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Use while charging
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Solar charging
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Build
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Case material
Plate material
Mount style
Flex cuts in PCB
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Sound dampening
Typing angles
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Spill resistant
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IP rating
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Lighting
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Backlight
LED position
Not available
Lighting zones
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Brightness levels
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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 keys
Separate media buttons
Volume control
Knobs
Programmable knob
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Separate macro keys
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Built-in screen
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Touchpad
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Fingerprint reader
Not available
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OS mode switch
Not available
Windows key lock
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Software
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Software
Software runs on
Open firmware
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Onboard memory
Onboard profiles
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Macros
Macros stored onboard
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Key remapping
Layers
User firmware updates
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Ergonomics
2 of 4 differ
Wrist rest
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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Dimensions
Dimensions with wrist rest
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Keyboard weight
Weight including wrist rest
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Box dimensions
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Box weight
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Certifications
None of 2 known
Platform certifications
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Other certifications
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In the box
2 of 3 differ
In the box
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.
BlackWidow V4 75%, Magnetic plush leatherette wrist rest, USB Type A to Type C cable, 2-in-1 keycap and switch puller, Important Product Information Guide2Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse3/BLACKWIDOWV475-00000677-en.pdfRead 5 October 2026What is inside section. Supplied wrist rest is identified in the device-layout legend.
Cables included
AKeychron Q1 Max
| Type | Count |
|---|---|
| USB-C to USB-C cable | 1 |
BRazer BlackWidow V4 75%
| Type | Count |
|---|---|
| USB Type A to USB Type C cable | 1 |
Spare switches
Not available
Not available
Links
Not compared
Product page
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
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.
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Manual
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 number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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