Keychron K8 Max K8M-J3 wireless keyboard TKL, 2.4 GHz/Bluetooth, RGB, ENG
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Keychron K8 Max K8M-J3 wireless keyboard TKL, 2.4 GHz/Bluetooth, RGB, ENG

The Keychron K8 Max is a wireless mechanical keyboard in an 80% tenkeyless (TKL) layout that connects through a 2.4 GHz receiver, Bluetooth or a cable. Several foam layers, a steel plate and double-shot PBT keycaps give this keyboard a solid, quiet typing feel.

  • Connection: 2.4 GHz receiver and cable at 1000 Hz, Bluetooth 5.1 for up to three devices
  • Layout: ENG (English), ANSI
  • Switches: mechanical, hot-swappable without soldering, rated for 50 million presses
  • Form factor: 80% (TKL), 87 keys, 1.31 kg
  • Power: 4000 mAh battery, up to 190 hours, USB-C charging
  • Systems: macOS, Windows, Linux

Description

A TKL layout that leaves room for your mouse

The 87-key layout without a number pad keeps all the main keys, arrows and the function row, yet frees up desk space for the mouse. IXPE and EPDM foam together with the steel plate dampen the sound and add weight, so the keyboard stays put on the desk. Screw-in stabilizers keep the space bar and Enter steady. OSA-profile PBT keycaps resist oil, and the south-facing RGB backlight offers more than 22 effects.

Who this keyboard is for

Gamers who want a 1000 Hz wireless link and plenty of mouse space; office workers who also pair a tablet and phone over Bluetooth; and anyone working on both Mac and Windows, since keycaps for both systems are in the box. QMK and Keychron Launcher let you set up macros and remap keys.

Specifications

General

BrandKEYCHRON
Recommended usageUniversal
Product colourBlack
MaterialAcrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), Aluminium
Device interfaceUSB + RF Wireless + Bluetooth
KeycapsDouble shot
Hot-swapYes
RolloverN-key rollover
KB languageENG
Polling rate90
Multimedia keysYes
Physical layoutANSI
Detachable cableYes
Ergonomic designYes
Keycaps materialPolybutylene terephthalate (PBT)
Surface colorationMonochromatic
EAN4895248881278

Ports

USB Type-C charging portYes

Connectivity

Bluetooth version5.1
Connectivity technologyWired & Wireless
Frequency band2.4

Software & security

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

Keyboard & controls

Numeric keypadNo
Pointing deviceNo
Keyboard styleStraight
Keyboard weight1308
Keyboard key switchMechanical
Keyboard form factor80%
Keyboard key profileHigh-profile
Keyboard number of keys87
Keyboard dimensions (WxDxH)359.2 x 129.2 x 14.14
Keyboard keys operating life50

Battery & power

Battery technologyLithium Polymer (LiPo)
Battery capacity4000 Wh
Battery life (max)190 h
RechargeableYes
Power source typeBattery, USB
Keyboard battery typeBuilt-in battery

Performance & capacities

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

Features

Receiver includedYes
BacklightYes
Backlight typeRGB LED
Mouse includedNo
Backlight colourMulticolour
Adjustable backlightYes

Questions & answers

Does the keyboard have Estonian letters?

No. The layout is English (ENG, ANSI) and Estonian letters are not printed on the keys. Add the Estonian keyboard layout in your operating system to type them.

How long does the battery last?

The battery is 4000 mAh and the manufacturer rates it at up to 190 hours. It charges over USB-C, and the cable is detachable.

Which switches does it use?

The manufacturer only states mechanical hot-swappable switches rated for 50 million presses; the exact switch type is not specified.