Keychron V1 Max 75% RGB Custom Mechanical Keyboard
Bottom line: The Keychron V1 Max 75% RGB Custom Mechanical Keyboard is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro cpus category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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SpecPicks scored Keychron V1 Max 75% RGB Custom Mechanical Keyboard using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpus category. Keychron's retro cpus lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
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Key Features
- Keychron V1 Max is a fully customizable mechanical keyboard, offering both 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity. Its compact 75% layout, gasket mount, sound-absorbing foam, hot-swappable feature, and more are delivering heightened levels of typing comfort and productivity.
- Remap Any Key on Web Browser - Simply connect the V1 Max to your device with a cable, open the Keychron Launcher web app, drag and drop your favorite keys or macro commands to remap any key on any system (macOS, Windows, or Linux) for a fluid workflow. Or create your keymap with open-sourced QMK firmware.
- 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth Connection - The 2.4 GHz wireless and wired connection boasts a rapid 1000 Hz polling rate. You can also connect the V1 Max with up to 3 devices via a stable Bluetooth 5.1 for seamless multitasking.
- Non-shine Through PBT Keycaps - Our unique OSA profile double-shot non-backlight shine through PBT keycaps will provide excellent oil resistance, enhance the type feel, and prevent the legends from fading out. While the south-facing RGB backlight is made for premium non-shine through keycaps.
- Support macOS, Windows and Linux - Built with the Mac users’ experience in mind while still retaining compatibility for Windows devices, the V1 Max comes with a system toggle and an additional set of customized keycaps for both Windows and macOS systems.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Keychron |
|---|---|
| Color | Gateron Jupiter Brown Switch |
| Style | Contemporary |
| Theme | Customizable Mechanical Keyboard with Multi-Platform Compatibility and RGB Backlighting |
| Language | English |
| Material | ABS Case, Polycarbonate Plate, PCB Screw-in Stabilizers |
| Model Name | Keychron V1 Max |
| Style Name | Contemporary |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Switch Type | Tactile |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, 2.4GHz |
| Model Number | Keychron V1 Max |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Compatibility | Switch, Mac, Linux |
| Built-In Media | USB-C cable, Additional Win & Mac keycaps |
| Number of Keys | 81 |
| Button Quantity | 81 |
| Connection Type | Wired |
| Keyboard Layout | QWERTY |
| Special Feature | Backlit, Ergonomic, Hot-Swappable, Programmable Keys, Rechargeable |
| Full listing title | Keychron V1 Max 75% RGB Custom Mechanical Keyboard, 2.4Ghz/Bluetooth 5.1/Wired QMK/VIA Programmable Macro, Hot-Swappable Gateron Jupiter Brown Switch Gasket Mount for Mac Windows Linux |
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Keychron V1 Max 75% RGB Custom Mechanical Keyboard, 2.4Ghz/Bluetooth 5.1/Wired QMK/VIA Programmable Macro, Hot-Swappable Gateron Jupiter Brown Switch Gasket Mount for Mac Windows Linux is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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