Keychron K3 Max QMK/VIA Wireless Keyboard vs Keychron K2 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Keyboard
Keychron K3 Max QMK/VIA Wireless Keyboard ($87.99) vs Keychron K2 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Keyboard ($111.99) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right keyboard.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Keychron K3 Max QMK/VIA Wireless Keyboard | Keychron K2 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Keyboard |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $87.99 | $111.99 |
| Weight | 525g | 980g |
| Weight | 525 g / 1.16 lbs (Keychron) | 980 g standard, 965 g special edition (Keychron) |
| Dimensions | 306 x 116 mm | 316.4 x 126.7 mm |
| Layout | 75% low profile | 75% |
| Switches | Hot-swappable Gateron low-profile | Hall effect magnetic |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, wired | Wireless and wired |
| Firmware | QMK/VIA | — |
| Backlight | — | North-facing RGB LED |
Pros & Cons
Keychron K3 Max QMK/VIA Wireless Keyboard
- Slim enough for a laptop bag
- Hot-swappable switches
- QMK/VIA remapping
- Three connection modes
- 525g is hefty for its size
- Low-profile switches feel shallower
- Price varies by color and switch ($79.99 to $87.99)
- 75% layout drops the numpad
Keychron K2 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Keyboard
- Adjustable actuation for gaming
- Solid heavy build
- 75% layout is compact
- Wireless and wired
- 980g is heavy to carry
- Thick body
- Price varies by edition ($103.99 to $111.99)
- Magnetic switches cost more
Keychron K3 Max QMK/VIA Wireless Keyboard is the better value at $87.99. Both are part of our curated keyboard index — tap through to check current pricing.
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