Keychron K1 Max QMK/VIA 80% Wireless Custom Brown Switch Mechanical Keyboard

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Description

Introducing the Keychron K1 Max QMK/VIA 80% Wireless Custom Brown Switch Mechanical Keyboard. An ultra-slim tenkeyless (TKL) mechanical keyboard designed for users who want a premium blend of performance, comfort, and customisation. Featuring an 80% layout with 87 keys, the K1 Max delivers essential functionality while maintaining a compact footprint that maximises desk space. With support for 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth 5.1, and USB Type-C wired connectivity, it provides the flexibility needed for professional work, gaming, and everyday productivity across Windows, macOS, and Linux devices.

Built for responsive performance, the Keychron K1 Max delivers an ultra-fast 1000Hz polling rate in both 2.4GHz wireless and wired modes, ensuring minimal input delay for competitive gaming and demanding applications. The low-profile Gateron Jupiter Brown switches provide a tactile typing experience with satisfying feedback and a medium sound profile, making them ideal for users who enjoy a more responsive key feel for office work, programming, and gaming. These switches are 31% slimmer than traditional mechanical switches while maintaining excellent performance, and the hot-swappable design allows users to easily replace switches without soldering for a fully personalised setup. Powered by QMK/VIA firmware, the Keychron K1 Max offers extensive customisation capabilities through the Keychron Launcher web app. Users can remap keys, create macros, assign shortcuts, and fine-tune their workflow with ease. The keyboard is equipped with an ARM Cortex-M4 32-bit MCU featuring 256KB Flash memory for reliable operation and long-term performance. Enhanced internal construction with IXPE acoustic foam and latex foam improves typing sound and stability, while redesigned stabilisers and screw-in PCB stabilisers help reduce wobble on larger keys such as the Space Bar, Shift, Enter, and Backspace for a smoother typing experience.

Combining durability with modern aesthetics, the Keychron K1 Max features low-profile double-shot PBT keycaps designed to resist oil buildup and maintain their premium finish over time. The keyboard offers more than 22 RGB backlight effects, along with adjustable brightness, hue, and speed settings, allowing users to create a personalised lighting setup. A powerful 2000mAh rechargeable battery provides up to 95 hours of wireless use with the backlight disabled and up to 50 hours with RGB lighting at the lowest brightness level. With its slim design, tactile mechanical switches, advanced customisation options, and versatile connectivity, the Keychron K1 Max is an outstanding choice for professionals, gamers, and mechanical keyboard enthusiasts seeking a refined low-profile typing experience.

Features

• Customisable keyboard with 80% layout
• 2.4GHz & Bluetooth connection
• QMK/VIA Support
• Double-shot PBT keycaps
• Ultra-slim design
• Hot-swappable
• RGB LED lights
• Low profile Gateron Jupiter BROWN switches
• Screw-in PCB stabilisers

Specifications

Package Contents

• 1x Keychron K1 Max QMK/VIA Low Profile Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard / BROWN Switches
• 1x Type-A to Type-C Cable
• 1x Extension Adapter for Receiver
• 1x Type-A 2.4GHz Receiver
• 1x Keycap & Switch Puller