Keychron K8 Max QMK Wireless Mechanical Keyboard(US ANSI Layout)

SKU: K8M-H1
$ 2,146.00

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Keychron K8 Max is a wireless custom mechanical keyboard. It supports 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, and a wired connection. It allows anyone to master any keys or macro commands on its 80% TKL layout through Keychron Launcher web app. Besides, it has included keycaps for both Windows and macOS, and users can hot-swap with Keychron Super mechanical switch in a breeze (hot-swappable version only).

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K8 Max

Keychron K8 Max QMK 80% layout Wireless Mechanical Keyboard

 The K8 Max is a wireless mechanical keyboard with a TKL (80%) layout. It supports 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, and wired connections. Configurable through QMK and Keychron Launcher web app, it offers endless possibilities and enhanced productivity in your work and gaming!

Keychron K8 Max QMK 80% layout Wireless Mechanical Keyboard

The K8 Max upgraded the typing experience with multiple layers of acoustic foams, such as IXPE, PET, and EPDM, ensuring a superior sound and typing experience.

Features of Keychron K8 Max QMK 80% layout Wireless Mechanical Keyboard
Customize Your K8 Max

Choose the keycaps, switches and more accessories for your K8 Max.

2.4 GHz & Bluetooth Connection

Experience peak gaming performance on the fly with the 2.4 GHz wireless connection boasting a rapid 1000 Hz polling rate. For seamless multitasking across your computer, phone, and tablet, you can effortlessly connect the K8 Max via Bluetooth 5.1 to three devices.

2.4 GHz & Bluetooth Connection of Keychron K8 Max QMK 80% layout Wireless Mechanical Keyboard
Program with QMK & Launcher
Program with QMK & Launcher

Program with QMK & Launcher

The open-source QMK firmware means endless possibilities for key remapping, macros, shortcuts, and more. Now you can easily customize each key with the Keychron Launcher web app.

Program the K8 Max keyboard with Launcher
Click here to use Keychron Launcher

* Please use the latest version of Chrome / Opera / Edge browser to open the Launcher and connect the keyboard to your device via wired mode.

Significantly Enhanced Acoustic Foams

Elevate your typing with K8 Max featuring advanced IXPE acoustic foam for enhanced comfort, coupled with resilient EPDM foam for superior key switch support, responsiveness, and durability. The steel plate provide responsive feedback and a peaceful typing sound, while added weight will enhance the stability.

Structure of Keychron K8 Max QMK 80% layout Wireless Mechanical Keyboard
Structure of Keychron K8 Max QMK 80% layout Wireless Mechanical Keyboard

Suitable For All Devices

Offers a Mac layout while remaining compatible with Windows. It stands out in the market by providing the same multimedia and function key functions as Apple keyboards for Mac users, but with enhanced tactile feedback.

Additionally, you can configure different keymaps for both Mac and Windows devices with Keychron Launcher web app. The keyboard includes keycaps for both macOS and Windows, along with additional esc and enter keys, facilitating seamless switching between operating systems.

Keychron K8 Max QMK 80% layout Wireless Mechanical Keyboard for Mac and Windows and Linux
Keychron K8 Max QMK 80% layout Wireless Mechanical Keyboard with powerful MCU

An Epic Core Inside

A powerful ARM architecture MCU equipped with 256KB Flash will provide more flexibility for developers. The polling rate is 1000 Hz on 2.4GHz and wired modes right out of the box, which makes the latency hardly noticeable even in competitive games.

Hot-Swappable (Optional)

We also provide a hot-swappable version for your choice, which means you can customize your typing experience without soldering, pop them in and it's done. experience in seconds.

Every detail matters for a personalized typing experience, that’s why we give you the power. You can hot-swap every switch on the K8 Max with almost all of the 3pin and 5pin MX style mechanical switches on the market (including Cherry, Gateron, Kailh, Panda, etc.) without soldering. You can customize your own typing experience in seconds.

Hot-swappable feature of the Keychron K8 Max QMK 80% layout Wireless Mechanical Keyboard

Keychron Super Switch

Our exclusive Keychron Super switch adopts a new mold with unparalleled precision. Every switch is tested for pro-grade quality and has a lifespan of up to 50 million clicks, providing great reliability and high performance for long typing sessions. Its new light affection structure on its transparent top housing also ensure high light transmittance and a more consistent, brighter backlight effect.

Keychron Super Switch features

OSA Profile Double-shot PBT Keycaps

To further fine-tune your typing experience, the K8 Max comes with our unique OSA profile (OEM profile with spherical-angle) and double-shot PBT keycaps that aim to provide a more comfortable fingertip feel with excellent oil resistance for long-term use on the timeless tenkeyless layout.

Keychron K8 Max QMK 80% layout Wireless Mechanical Keyboard with OSA Profile Double-shot PBT Keycaps

Screw-In PCB Stabilizers

Even small part matters for your fingertip feel. We’ve integrated the PCB-mounted screw-in stabilizers for a smoother typing experience with less wobbliness on the big keys such as space bar, shift, enter, and delete. The Keychron K8 Max also supports third-party screw-in PCB stabilizers.

Keychron K8 Max QMK 80% layout Wireless Mechanical Keyboard with redesigned stabilizers

South-facing RGB Lights

The south-facing RGB is designed to better illuminate the keyboard backlight from the typist’s angle. The south-facing RGB is also free from interference when the user installs Cherry-profile alternative keycaps on their keyboard.

Comes with more than 22 types of RGB backlight settings. You can further fine-tune the RGB hue, saturation, brightness, effect speed with ease.

Ergonomic Support for Keychron K8 Max QMK 80% layout Wireless Mechanical Keyboard

Ergonomic Support

Three levels of adjustable typing angle (3.4º, 7.7º & 10.7º) and curved OSA-profile keycaps are all working together to provide long-lasting ergonomic support for your wrist.

What's in the box?

Package list of the Keychron K8 Max QMK 80% layout Wireless Mechanical Keyboard

Frequently bought together (Add-on)

Please select the matching variant for your product.

Keychron K8 Pro FR4 Plate 1
Keychron K8 Pro FR4 Plate 2
Keychron K8 Pro FR4 Plate 3
Keychron K8 Pro FR4 Plate 1
Keychron K8 Pro FR4 Plate 2
Keychron K8 Pro FR4 Plate 3

K8 Pro FR4 Plate

Gateron G Pro Switch Red
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro mechanical red switch
Gateron G Pro Switch Blue
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro mechanical blue switch
Gateron G Pro Switch Brown
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro Switch Yellow
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro mechanical yellow switch
Gateron G Pro Switch White
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro Switch Black Two Stage Spring
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro Switch Silver Two Stage Spring
Gateron G Pro Green Switch
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Thumbnail Keychron Gateron Mechanical Switch
Gateron G Pro Switch Red
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro mechanical red switch
Gateron G Pro Switch Blue
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro mechanical blue switch
Gateron G Pro Switch Brown
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro Switch Yellow
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro mechanical yellow switch
Gateron G Pro Switch White
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro Switch Black Two Stage Spring
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro Switch Silver Two Stage Spring
Gateron G Pro Green Switch
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Gateron G Pro Switch Set
Thumbnail Keychron Gateron Mechanical Switch

Gateron G Pro Switch Set

Gateron Cap V2 Switch Golden Brown
Gateron Cap V2 Switch Set
Gateron Cap Switches Version 2 Golden Yellow
Gateron Cap V2 Switch Set
Gateron Cap Switches Version 2 Milky Yellow
Gateron Cap V2 Switch Set
Gateron Cap Switches Version 2 Milky Brown
Gateron Cap V2 Switch Set
Gateron Cap Switches Version 2 Brown
Gateron Cap Switches Version 2 Red
Gateron Cap V2 Switch Set
Gateron Cap V2 Switch Set
Gateron Cap Switches Version 2 Blue
Gateron Cap V2 Switch Set
The Gateron Cap Switches are engineered to build a mechanical keyboard with its smooth and tactile typing experience. It's fully compatible with our K6 & K8 Wireless mechanical keyboard.
Gateron Cap V2 Switch Set
Gateron Cap V2 Switch Golden Brown
Gateron Cap V2 Switch Set
Gateron Cap Switches Version 2 Golden Yellow
Gateron Cap V2 Switch Set
Gateron Cap Switches Version 2 Milky Yellow
Gateron Cap V2 Switch Set
Gateron Cap Switches Version 2 Milky Brown
Gateron Cap V2 Switch Set
Gateron Cap Switches Version 2 Brown
Gateron Cap Switches Version 2 Red
Gateron Cap V2 Switch Set
Gateron Cap V2 Switch Set
Gateron Cap Switches Version 2 Blue
Gateron Cap V2 Switch Set
The Gateron Cap Switches are engineered to build a mechanical keyboard with its smooth and tactile typing experience. It's fully compatible with our K6 & K8 Wireless mechanical keyboard.
Gateron Cap V2 Switch Set

Gateron Cap V2 Switch Set

Gateron Ink V2 Switch Red
Gateron Ink V2 Switch Set
Gateron Ink V2 Switch Blue
Gateron Ink V2 Switch Set
Gateron Ink V2 Switch Yellow
Gateron Ink V2 Switch Set
Gateron Ink V2 Switch Black
Gateron Ink V2 Switch Set
Gateron Ink V2 Switch Red
Gateron Ink V2 Switch Set
Gateron Ink V2 Switch Blue
Gateron Ink V2 Switch Set
Gateron Ink V2 Switch Yellow
Gateron Ink V2 Switch Set
Gateron Ink V2 Switch Black
Gateron Ink V2 Switch Set

Gateron Ink V2 Switch Set

Gateron Phantom Switch
gateron phantom switches are designed to deliver a premium smooth and tactile typing experience.
Gateron Phantom Switch
gateron phantom switches are designed to deliver a premium smooth and tactile typing experience.
Gateron Phantom Switch
gateron phantom switches are designed to deliver a premium smooth and tactile typing experience.
Gateron Phantom Switch Yellow
gateron phantom switches are designed to deliver a premium smooth and tactile typing experience.
Gateron Phantom Switch
gateron phantom switches are designed to deliver a premium smooth and tactile typing experience.
Gateron Phantom Switch
gateron phantom switches are designed to deliver a premium smooth and tactile typing experience.
Gateron Phantom Switch
gateron phantom switches are designed to deliver a premium smooth and tactile typing experience.
Gateron Phantom Switch Yellow
gateron phantom switches are designed to deliver a premium smooth and tactile typing experience.

Gateron Phantom Switch

Cherry MX Switch Set
Cherry Red Switches
Cherry MX Switch Set
Cherry Blue Switches
Cherry MX Switch Set
Cherry Brown Switches
Cherry MX Switch Set
Cherry RGB Blue Switches
Cherry RGB Brown Switch
Cherry RGB Brown Switches
Cherry RGB Silver Switch
Cherry RGB Silver Switches
Cherry MX Switch Set
Cherry RGB Red Switches
Cherry MX Switch Set
Cherry Red Switches
Cherry MX Switch Set
Cherry Blue Switches
Cherry MX Switch Set
Cherry Brown Switches
Cherry MX Switch Set
Cherry RGB Blue Switches
Cherry RGB Brown Switch
Cherry RGB Brown Switches
Cherry RGB Silver Switch
Cherry RGB Silver Switches
Cherry MX Switch Set
Cherry RGB Red Switches

Cherry MX Switch Set

Kailh Switch Red
Kailh Switch Set
Kailh Switch Blue
Kailh Switch Set
Kailh Switch Brown
Kailh Switch Set
Kailh Switch Red
Kailh Switch Set
Kailh Switch Blue
Kailh Switch Set
Kailh Switch Brown
Kailh Switch Set

Kailh Switch Set

Kailh Box Navy Switch
Kailh Box Navy Switch
Kailh Box Cream Switch
Kailh Box Cream Switch
Kailh Box Jade Switch
Kailh Box Jade Switch
Kailh Box Red Switch
Kailh Box Switch Set
Kailh Box White Switch
Kailh Box Switch Set
Kailh Box Brown Switch
Kailh Box Switch Set
Kailh Box Black Switch Set
Kailh Box Navy Switch
Kailh Box Navy Switch
Kailh Box Cream Switch
Kailh Box Cream Switch
Kailh Box Jade Switch
Kailh Box Jade Switch
Kailh Box Red Switch
Kailh Box Switch Set
Kailh Box White Switch
Kailh Box Switch Set
Kailh Box Brown Switch
Kailh Box Switch Set
Kailh Box Black Switch Set

Kailh Box Switch Set

SPECIFICATION

Number of Keys87 (80%)
SwitchesKeychron Super mechanical
Switch FaceSouth-facing
Number of Multimedia Keys12
Frame MaterialABS / ABS+Aluminum frame
Keycap Material Double-shot PBT
Keycap ProfileOSA (OEM profile with spherical-angle)
LayoutANSI
Polling Rate (2.4GHz and Wired Mode)1000Hz
Polling Rate (BT Mode)90Hz
N-Key Rollover (NKRO)Yes for both wireless and wired modes

CONNECTIVITY AND POWER

Backlit22 types of RGB backlight options plus endless possibilities
Battery4000 mAh rechargeable li-polymer battery
Wireless Working Time (Backlit off)Up to 180 hours (Lab test result may vary by actual use)
Wireless Working Time (RGB)Up to 30 hours (Lowest brightness)
Connection2.4 GHz / Bluetooth / Type-C wired
Bluetooth version5.1
Bluetooth Device NameKeychron K8 Max
Compatible SystemmacOS/Windows
/Linux

PHYSICAL UNIT

Dimension (Plastic frame version)354.21 x 124.18mm (13.94 x 4.89")
Weight1158 g / 2.55 lbs
Dimension (Aluminum frame version)359.20 x 129.20 mm (14.14 x 5.09 inches)
Weight1308g / 2.88 lbs
Height incl. keycap (front)35.32 mm (1.39")
Height incl. keycap (rear)43.09 mm (1.70")
Typing Angle3.4º, 7.7º and 10.7º
MCUARM Cortex-M4 32-bit STM32F402 (256KB Flash)
Operating Environment-10 to 50℃
Keychron K8 Max User Guide

Learn more about the Keychron K8 Max such as the shortcuts, VIA tutorial, factory reset, and more in the FAQ section.

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