Keychron C1 Pro 8K Wired Mechanical Keyboard (Super Red Switch) – Overview
Polling rate
8000 Hz wired
8K report rate over the USB-C connection
8000 Hz wired
8K report rate over the USB-C connection
Switches
Keychron Super Red
Linear switches, pre-installed in hot-swap sockets
Keychron Super Red
Linear switches, pre-installed in hot-swap sockets
Hot-swap
3-pin and 5-pin
Change switches later without soldering
3-pin and 5-pin
Change switches later without soldering
Layout
80% TKL, ANSI
Tenkeyless layout with a retro-styled plastic case
80% TKL, ANSI
Tenkeyless layout with a retro-styled plastic case
Keycaps
Double-shot PBT, OSA
Hard-wearing, not shine-through, Mac and Windows keys included
Double-shot PBT, OSA
Hard-wearing, not shine-through, Mac and Windows keys included
Backlight
South-facing RGB
RGB lighting under the switches
South-facing RGB
RGB lighting under the switches
Build
Tray mount, plastic case
Plate-mounted stabilisers, about 830 g
Tray mount, plastic case
Plate-mounted stabilisers, about 830 g
Software
QMK + Keychron Launcher
Remap keys and record macros in the browser-based Launcher
QMK + Keychron Launcher
Remap keys and record macros in the browser-based Launcher
Warranty
1 Year Carry-In
Keychron manufacturer warranty
1 Year Carry-In
Keychron manufacturer warranty
Keychron C1 Pro 8K Wired Mechanical Keyboard (Super Red Switch) Specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Keychron |
| Model | C1 Pro 8K QMK Wired Custom Mechanical Keyboard |
| Part number | C1PX-M1 |
| EAN | 4894979036094 |
| Colour | Beige (retro) |
| Version | RGB backlight, hot-swappable, Keychron Super Red switches |
| Compatibility | macOS, Windows |
| Keys and Switches | |
| Layout | 80% tenkeyless (TKL), ANSI |
| Switches | Keychron Super Red (linear) |
| Hot-swappable | Yes, 3-pin and 5-pin |
| Keycaps | Double-shot PBT, OSA profile, not shine-through |
| Stabilisers | Plate-mounted |
| Mount | Tray mount |
| Backlight | South-facing RGB LED |
| Programmable | QMK firmware, Keychron Launcher web app |
| Connectivity | |
| Connection | Wired, USB Type-C |
| Polling rate | 8000 Hz |
| Cable | USB Type-C cable + Type-A to Type-C adapter |
| Physical | |
| Case | Plastic |
| Dimensions | 357.44 x 130.76 mm |
| Height without keycaps | 19.71 mm front, 28.60 mm rear |
| Typing angle | 4.8° / 8.5° / 10.7° |
| Weight | 830 g (± 10 g) |
| Operating temperature | -10 to 50 °C |
| In the Box and Warranty | |
| In the box | C1 Pro 8K keyboard USB Type-C cable USB Type-A to Type-C adapter Mac and Windows keycaps Keycap and switch puller |
| Warranty | 1 Year Keychron Carry-In |
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About the Keychron C1 Pro 8K Wired Mechanical Keyboard (Super Red Switch)
The Keychron C1 Pro 8K is a wired 80% tenkeyless keyboard that combines a retro-styled case with an 8000 Hz polling rate, making it a low-cost option for gamers who also want a classic-looking office keyboard. This C1PX-M1 version has RGB backlighting and hot-swap sockets fitted with Keychron Super Red linear switches, which can be replaced with other 3-pin or 5-pin switches. Double-shot PBT OSA keycaps, a tray-mount plastic case and plate-mounted stabilisers keep it light at about 830 g, and QMK firmware is configured in the Keychron Launcher.
