Keychron K5 Max Low-Profile Wireless Mechanical Keyboard (Red Switch) – Overview
Switches
Gateron low-profile Red
Linear low-profile switches in hot-swap sockets
Gateron low-profile Red
Linear low-profile switches in hot-swap sockets
Layout
Full-size, 108 keys
Includes a number pad and 12 multimedia keys
Full-size, 108 keys
Includes a number pad and 12 multimedia keys
Connectivity
2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.1, USB-C
1000 Hz on 2.4 GHz and wired, Bluetooth pairs with up to 3 devices
2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.1, USB-C
1000 Hz on 2.4 GHz and wired, Bluetooth pairs with up to 3 devices
Battery
2000 mAh
About 95 hours backlight off, about 50 hours on lowest RGB
2000 mAh
About 95 hours backlight off, about 50 hours on lowest RGB
Profile
Ultra-slim body
18.2 mm front height with keycaps, about 720 g
Ultra-slim body
18.2 mm front height with keycaps, about 720 g
Keycaps
Low-profile double-shot PBT
Mac and Windows keycaps included, plus extra Esc and Enter keys
Low-profile double-shot PBT
Mac and Windows keycaps included, plus extra Esc and Enter keys
Backlight
RGB, 22+ effects
Adjustable hue, saturation, brightness and effect speed
RGB, 22+ effects
Adjustable hue, saturation, brightness and effect speed
Programming
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 K5 Max Low-Profile Wireless Mechanical Keyboard (Red Switch) Specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Keychron |
| Model | K5 Max QMK/VIA Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard |
| Part number | K5M-H1 |
| EAN | 4895248866992 |
| Colour | Black |
| Version | RGB backlight, hot-swappable, Gateron low-profile Red switches |
| Compatibility | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Keys and Switches | |
| Layout | 100% full-size, ANSI |
| Number of keys | 108 (including 12 multimedia keys) |
| Switches | Gateron low-profile mechanical Red (linear) |
| Hot-swappable | Yes, Gateron and Keychron low-profile mechanical switches (not optical) |
| Keycaps | Low-profile double-shot PBT |
| Sound dampening | IXPE acoustic foam with latex foam support |
| Backlight | RGB, 22+ modes |
| N-key rollover | Yes, wireless and wired |
| Programmable | QMK firmware, Keychron Launcher web app |
| Connectivity | |
| Wireless | 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth 5.1 (up to 3 devices) |
| Wired | USB Type-C |
| Polling rate | 1000 Hz (2.4 GHz and wired), 90 Hz (Bluetooth) |
| Power | |
| Battery | 2000 mAh rechargeable Li-polymer |
| Battery life | About 95 hours (backlight off), about 50 hours (RGB, lowest brightness) |
| Physical | |
| Frame | ABS + aluminium |
| Dimensions | 424 x 119 mm |
| Height without keycaps | 7.8 mm front, 14.7 mm rear |
| Height incl. keycaps | 18.2 mm front, 23.5 mm rear |
| Typing angle | 3.37° / 4.36° / 6.56° |
| Weight | 720 g |
| Operating temperature | -10 to 50 °C |
| In the Box and Warranty | |
| In the box | K5 Max keyboard Mac and Windows keycaps (incl. extra Esc and Enter) 2.4 GHz receiver |
| Warranty | 1 Year Keychron Carry-In |
About the Keychron K5 Max Low-Profile Wireless Mechanical Keyboard (Red Switch)
The Keychron K5 Max is a 108-key full-size wireless keyboard with low-profile mechanical switches, for people who want a number pad and a slim profile in one board. This K5M-H1 version is black and fitted with Gateron low-profile Red linear switches in hot-swap sockets, giving a smooth, quiet keystroke. RGB backlighting, IXPE acoustic foam and low-profile double-shot PBT keycaps are included, and it works over 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.1 or USB-C with 1000 Hz polling on the dongle and cable. It weighs about 720 g.
