Keychron K8 QMK V2 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard (Red Switch) – Overview
Switches
Keychron Super Red
Linear switches in hot-swap sockets for MX-style switches
Keychron Super Red
Linear switches in hot-swap sockets for MX-style switches
Layout
80% TKL, 87 keys
ANSI tenkeyless layout with Mac and Windows keycaps
80% TKL, 87 keys
ANSI tenkeyless layout with Mac and Windows keycaps
Connectivity
Bluetooth 5.2 + USB-C
Pairs with up to 3 devices, or use it wired at 1000 Hz
Bluetooth 5.2 + USB-C
Pairs with up to 3 devices, or use it wired at 1000 Hz
Battery
4000 mAh
Up to about 190 hours with backlight off, 100 hours on lowest RGB
4000 mAh
Up to about 190 hours with backlight off, 100 hours on lowest RGB
Programming
QMK firmware
Remap keys and set macros in the Keychron Launcher web app
QMK firmware
Remap keys and set macros in the Keychron Launcher web app
Backlight
RGB backlight
22+ lighting effects with adjustable hue, brightness and speed
RGB backlight
22+ lighting effects with adjustable hue, brightness and speed
Keycaps
Double-shot PBT, Cherry
Cherry-profile PBT keycaps with extra Esc and Enter keys
Double-shot PBT, Cherry
Cherry-profile PBT keycaps with extra Esc and Enter keys
Acoustics
IXPE, PET and EPDM foam
Version 2 adds layered acoustic foam for a quieter sound
IXPE, PET and EPDM foam
Version 2 adds layered acoustic foam for a quieter sound
Warranty
1 Year Carry-In
Keychron manufacturer warranty
1 Year Carry-In
Keychron manufacturer warranty
Keychron K8 QMK V2 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard (Red Switch) Specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Keychron |
| Model | K8 QMK Wireless Mechanical Keyboard (Version 2) |
| Part number | K8X-H1 |
| EAN | 4895248886648 |
| Colour | Black |
| Version | RGB backlight, plastic frame, hot-swappable Keychron Super Red |
| Compatibility | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Keys and Switches | |
| Layout | 80% tenkeyless (TKL), ANSI |
| Number of keys | 87 |
| Switches | Keychron Super Red (linear) |
| Hot-swappable | Yes, MX-style switches |
| Keycaps | Double-shot PBT, Cherry profile |
| Backlight | RGB, 22+ lighting effects |
| Programmable | QMK firmware, Keychron Launcher |
| N-key rollover | Yes, wired and wireless |
| Sound dampening | IXPE, PET and EPDM acoustic foam layers |
| Connectivity | |
| Wireless | Bluetooth 5.2, up to 3 devices |
| Wired | USB Type-C |
| Polling rate | 1000 Hz wired, 90 Hz Bluetooth |
| Power | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh rechargeable Li-polymer |
| Battery life | Approx. 190 hours (backlight off), approx. 100 hours (RGB, lowest brightness) |
| Physical | |
| Frame | ABS (plastic) |
| Dimensions | 354.17 x 124.14 mm |
| Height without keycaps | 21.74 mm front, 28.23 mm rear |
| Height incl. keycaps | 33.52 mm front, 41.33 mm rear |
| Typing angle | 3.5°, 7.7° or 11° |
| Weight | Approx. 800 g |
| Operating temperature | -10 to 50 °C |
| In the Box and Warranty | |
| In the box | K8 QMK V2 keyboard Mac and Windows keycaps Extra Esc and Enter keycaps |
| Warranty | 1 Year Keychron Carry-In |
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About the Keychron K8 QMK V2 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard (Red Switch)
The Keychron K8 QMK Version 2 is an 80% tenkeyless mechanical keyboard for Mac and Windows users who want a full set of function and arrow keys without a number pad. It pairs over Bluetooth 5.2 with up to three devices or runs wired over USB-C at 1000 Hz, and QMK firmware lets you remap keys in the Keychron Launcher app. This K8X-H1 version has a black plastic frame, RGB backlight and hot-swap sockets fitted with linear Keychron Super Red switches. Version 2 adds IXPE, PET and EPDM foam layers for a quieter, fuller sound, and the 4000 mAh battery lasts for weeks.
