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Keychron V1

2023Unverified

Budget-friendly gasket-mount QMK/VIA keyboard for enthusiasts

Launch price $84Today $79
Check price at Amazon · ~$79Keychron

Then vs. now

8072

Aging gracefully — only 8 points off its 2023 standing.

Typing feelBuildConnectivityFeaturesCustomisationValue
At launch (2023)Today
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DimensionAt launchToday
Typing feel8580
Build8479
Connectivity5042
Features7866
Customisation9082
Value9282

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Specifications

Layout & Switches

Form Factor
75%
Switch Type
Keychron K Pro Mechanical (hot-swap)
Hot-Swappable
Yes

Performance

Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Actuation Force
45g
Key Rollover
Full NKRO

Connectivity & Battery

Interfaces
USB-C, wired only
Battery Life
Wired only (no battery)

Build & Software

Case Material
Plastic, gasket mount
Keycap Material
Double-shot PBT
Software
QMK/VIA