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Keychron Q1 Max
A full-metal 75% wireless custom keyboard that adds 2.4 GHz and acoustic refinements to Keychron's Q-series.
Key Facts
Layout
75%
Body
Full metal body
Firmware
QMK/VIA support
Wireless
2.4 GHz with 1000 Hz polling
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.1 for up to 3 devices
Mount
Double-gasket design
Keycaps
Double-shot PBT keycaps
System support
Mac, Windows, and Linux
What It Is
A finished 75% custom keyboard for buyers who want enthusiast-keyboard construction, wireless flexibility, and open remapping without having to build from parts.
Why It Matters
It shows how custom keyboard ideas have become a stable retail category. Buyers are no longer choosing between hobbyist kits and generic office boards; a product like Q1 Max sits directly in that middle ground with visible construction and firmware choices.
Best For
Desk-setup users who want a heavy 75% keyboard with open remapping, multiple connection modes, and enthusiast-keyboard construction in a finished product.
Not For
Not the best fit for buyers who need a light travel keyboard, a numpad, or the thinnest possible low-profile setup.
Buying Notes
Barebone and fully assembled versions do not include the same parts, so compare listings carefully before buying.
Official pricing varies by assembly type, color, and switch option; the current reference starts at $189.99 for barebone variants and rises to $209.99 for assembled variants.
Q1 Max should stay separate from Q1 Pro. The newer model's value is tied to 2.4 GHz wireless and acoustic updates, not just a naming refresh.
Selection Signals
Visual Detail
Full-metal 75% layout, gasket-mounted structure, knob-equipped wireless custom keyboard, premium desktop presence
Brand Context
Chinese brand with product, design, and market identity distinct from contract manufacturing.
Brand Identity
Keychron's official materials frame it as a keyboard and mouse design brand; a public company release identifies Keychron Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. as the company behind Keychron releases.
Brand Profile
Open the public brand page for Keychron.
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