KEYCHRON

Keychron K1 RGB wireless keyboard, low profile, 80%, Bluetooth, ENG

The Keychron K1 RGB (K1X-H1) is a slim low-profile mechanical keyboard without a number pad. It connects over Bluetooth 5.2 or a USB-C cable, works with Windows, macOS and Linux, and every key can be remapped with QMK firmware and the Keychron Launcher web app.

  • Connection: Bluetooth 5.2 for up to three devices, detachable USB-C cable
  • Layout: ENG (QWERTY), 87 keys
  • Switches: low-profile mechanical, hot-swappable, N-key rollover
  • Form factor: 80% (TKL), 346 × 119 × 25 mm, 596 g
  • Power: 2000 mAh battery, up to 160 hours
  • Systems: Windows, macOS, Linux

Description

A low keyboard that is easy on the wrists

Low-profile switches and LSA profile ABS keycaps keep the keyboard thin, so your wrists do not have to bend upwards while typing. The keycaps let the RGB backlight shine through, and extra keycaps for both Mac and Windows come in the box. Hot-swap sockets mean you can change switches without soldering. Polling rate is 1000 Hz wired and 90 Hz wireless.

Who this keyboard is for

Laptop and Mac users who are used to low keys but want a mechanical feel. The compact TKL shape leaves more room on the desk for the mouse. There is no 2.4 GHz receiver, so wireless use runs over Bluetooth only.

Specifications

General

BrandKEYCHRON
Recommended usageUniversal
Product colourGrey
MaterialAcrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), Aluminium
Device interfaceUSB + Bluetooth
Hot-swapYes
RolloverN-key rollover
KB languageENG
Polling rate1000/90
Built-in memoryYes
Multimedia keysYes
Detachable cableYes
Keycaps materialAcrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS)
Surface colorationMonochromatic
EAN4895248888666

Storage

Built-in memory capacity256

Ports

USB Type-C charging portYes
USB connector typeUSB Type-C

Connectivity

Bluetooth version5.2
Connectivity technologyWired & Wireless

Software & security

Mac operating systems supportedYes
Linux operating systems supportedYes
Windows operating systems supportedYes

Keyboard & controls

Numeric keypadNo
Pointing deviceNo
Keyboard styleStraight
Keyboard layoutQWERTY
Keyboard weight596
Keyboard languageEnglish
Keyboard key switchMechanical
Keyboard form factor80%
Keyboard key profileLow-profile
Keyboard number of keys87
Keyboard dimensions (WxDxH)346 x 119 x 25.16

Battery & power

Battery technologyLithium Polymer (LiPo)
Battery capacity2000 Wh
Battery life (max)160 h
RechargeableYes
AC adapter includedNo
Power source typeBattery
Keyboard battery typeBuilt-in battery

Performance & capacities

Operating temperature (T-T)0 – 10 – 50 °C

Features

BacklightYes
Backlight typeRGB LED
Mouse includedNo
Backlight colourRGB
Adjustable backlightYes

Questions & answers

Does the keyboard have Estonian letters?

No. The layout is English ENG (QWERTY), so Õ, Ä, Ö and Ü are not printed on the keys. To type in Estonian, add the Estonian keyboard layout in your system settings.

How many devices can it pair with?

According to Keychron, up to three devices can be connected over Bluetooth, for example a computer, a phone and a tablet, with quick switching between them. It also works over a USB-C cable.

How long does the battery last?

Keychron rates the 2000 mAh battery at up to 160 hours. Real figures depend on backlight brightness and use, and charging is over USB-C.