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Q1 Ultra 8K

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Q5 Max

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AKeychron Q1 Ultra 8K

BKeychron Q5 Max

General

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Series

Q Ultra1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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.

Q1U-M3, Q1U-M1, Q1U-M4, Q1U-P3, Q1U-P1, Q1U-P41Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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

4894979042842, 4894979042835, 4894979042859, 4894979042873, 4894979042866, 48949790428802Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboard.jsonRead 14 October 2026Barcodes of the six store variants.

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.

6 January 20266Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/keychron-launches-q-ultra-zmk-mechanical-keyboard-series-with-660-hour-battery-life-in-8k-wireless-mode-at-ces-302653390.htmlRead 14 October 2026Release dated January 6, 2026 announces the direct sales launch of the Q Ultra series at CES. Its launch-year text has a typo, the dateline and CES event are 2026.

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Status

Available1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 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.

Keychron Q1 Max8Reviewnotebookcheck.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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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.

$229.991Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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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

Black, White1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Black and White. Store lists only the knob version.

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

Segment

Enthusiast1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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 pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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 %1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 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 pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 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

US English1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Store lists 75 percent ANSI with knob only. Maker does not publish ISO versions.

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.

814Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 October 2026Specifications page 11 states 82 keys. The layer drawing on page 12 shows 14 + 15 + 15 + 14 + 13 + 10 = 81 keys plus the rotary knob, so 82 counts the knob. Stored without the knob.

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

Windows, macOS1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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

Numpad

No1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026No numpad on a 75 percent layout.

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

Function row

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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

Dedicated arrow keys

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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.

Compact1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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-staggered4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 October 2026Layout drawings on page 12 show row-staggered keys.

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.

Mechanical1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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

Switch feel

Linear, Tactile1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Red is linear. Brown and Banana are tactile.

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

Keychron1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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

Switch models

Silk POM Brown, Silk POM Red, Silk POM Banana1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 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

MX cross1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Page says the hot-swap sockets take almost all 3-pin and 5-pin MX style mechanical switches.

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.

55gf3Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-silk-pom-switchRead 14 October 2026Base is Silk POM Brown, 55 +-15 gf. Red is 45 +-15 gf and Banana 57 +-8 gf, listed in variants.

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.

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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.

2mm3Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-silk-pom-switchRead 14 October 2026All Silk POM options list pre-travel 2.0 +-0.4 mm.

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

Total travel

4mm3Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-silk-pom-switchRead 14 October 2026Brown and Red total travel 4.0 mm max. Banana 3.4 mm max.

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

Rated keystrokes

50million3Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-silk-pom-switchRead 14 October 2026Operation life up to 50M cycles.

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

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Page says pre-lubed Keychron Silk POM switches.

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-pin1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Page says almost all 3-pin and 5-pin MX style mechanical switches fit. Stored as 5 pin.

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 MX-style mechanical switches1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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

PCB screw-in1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Page lists screw-in PCB stabilizers.

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

PBT1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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

Legend method

Doubleshot1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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

Keycap profile

KSA1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026KSA spherical-angle profile. Page describes the keycaps as non-backlight shine through PBT.

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.

No1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Page says non-backlight shine through PBT keycaps.

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.

AKeychron Q1 Ultra 8K

Connection	Polling rate (Hz)	Receiver or adapter
USB (wired)	8,000	Not available
USB (wired)	1,000	Not available
2.4 GHz	8,000	Included Type-A 2.4 GHz receiver
2.4 GHz	1,000	Included Type-A 2.4 GHz receiver
Bluetooth	125	Not available

Source1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Spec table lists 8000 Hz for wired and 2.4 GHz and 125 Hz for Bluetooth. The manual lists 1000 Hz as the default for 2.4 GHz and wired.4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 October 2026Default report rate table: 2.4 GHz 1000 Hz, wired 1000 Hz, Bluetooth 125 Hz.

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

8,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

Polling rate (wired)

8,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Polling rate per connection

Polling rate (2.4 GHz)

8,000Hz=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 Q1 Ultra 8K

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

Source1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Page lists N-key rollover as Yes for wireless and wired. Wireless covers both 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth.

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, Bluetooth1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 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

5.31Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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

Bluetooth device slots

31Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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.

Keys4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 October 2026Fn+1, Fn+2 and Fn+3 select Bluetooth hosts.

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

USB-A4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 October 2026

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

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Receiver shared with other devices

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Wireless range

10m4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 October 2026Wireless operating distance within 10 meters in open space.

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

Yes4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 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-C4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 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-C5Reviewtechradar.com/computing/keyboards/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review published 2026-05-18 says the box has a USB-C to USB-C cable and a USB-C to USB-A adapter. Price in the review is $229.99, the same as the store.

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

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

Windows, macOS, Linux1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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

Li-Po1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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

4,000mAh1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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.

AKeychron Q1 Ultra 8K

Connection	Lighting	Polling rate (Hz)	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	Off	8,000	660
Not available	On	Not available	200

Source1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Up to 660 hours with backlight off and up to 200 hours at RGB lowest brightness. The 200 hour claim does not state a connection or polling rate. Maker lists the 660 hour claim for 8K wireless mode in the launch release.

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.

660h=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.

660h=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.

200h=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-C4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 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.

300min4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 October 2026Around 5 hours. Manual recommends 5 V 1 A or USB 3.0.

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

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Page says the keyboard can be used while plugged in.

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

LED4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 October 2026Power indicator LED stays red while charging and turns green when full. A Batt key is listed on the key description page.

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

CNC aluminum1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Body material CNC aluminum, 6063 aluminum with CNC machining. PC back plate decorates the bottom.

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

Polycarbonate1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Spec table lists PC plate.

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

Mount style

Gasket1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Double-gasket design with silicone pads between the top and bottom cases.

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

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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.

PCB foam, Case foam, Foam, position not stated, Other1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Sound absorbing foam of unstated position, IXPE foam between switches and PCB, latex bottom pad, bottom case acoustic foam, PET film and bottom case PET film. Foam of unstated position is stored as foam. The latex pad and PET film are stored as other.

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.

5.3°1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Angle 5.3 degrees, feet height 1.24 mm. No adjustable feet.

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 key1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 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

South-facing1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026South-facing RGB LED.

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 layer4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 October 2026Media functions sit on the F-row. Mac layer shows them as the primary F-row functions.

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.

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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 media buttons. Knob press is excluded.

Volume control

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Knobs

14Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 October 2026

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

Yes4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 October 2026Manual says Fn plus knob press turns the backlight on or off.

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

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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

Switch1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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

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Software

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Software

Keychron Launcher1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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

Software runs on

Web1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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

ZMK1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026ZMK firmware.

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

Onboard memory

Not available

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

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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

Yes1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026

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.

44Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 October 2026Four layers. Layers 0 and 1 for Mac, layers 2 and 3 for Windows.

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

Yes4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 October 2026Firmware update through the Keychron Launcher web app in wired mode.

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

None4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 October 2026No wrist rest in the box list. A silicone palm rest is a separate accessory.

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.

Width327.6Depth145mm(12.9 × 5.7 in)1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Size 145 x 327.6 mm. Maker front and back heights exclude keycaps, so complete keyboard height is omitted.

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.

1,724g(3.8 lb)1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 October 20261724 g, manufacturer tolerance 10 g.

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

None of 2 known

Platform certifications

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

Fully assembled Q1 Ultra 8K keyboard, 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 key, Four spare gaskets, Additional Windows and Mac keycaps4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 October 2026Fully assembled version package list plus 14 gaskets, 10 fitted and 4 in the box. The product page says the keycaps include Mac and Windows keycaps. TechRadar also lists alternate keycaps for Windows and macOS.

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

AKeychron Q1 Ultra 8K

Type	Count
Type-C cable	1

Source4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 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

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Links

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Product page

www.keychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboard1Maker product pagekeychron.com/products/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-wireless-custom-mechanical-keyboardRead 14 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

cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdf4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0059/0630/1017/files/Q1_Ultra_8K_User_Manual.pdfRead 14 October 2026

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.

1year7Maker product pagehelp-center.keychron.com/en-us/article/360021443594-how-long-is-the-keyboard-warranty-forRead 14 October 202612 months global warranty.

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

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