Gaming Keyboards

Keychron K8 Max K8M-J1 Wireless Gaming Mechanical Keyboard Tenkeyless with Keychron Super Red Switches and RGB Lighting English US

Key features:

  • 2.4 GHz & Bluetooth Connectivity
  • Programmable with QMK & Launcher
  • Enhanced Acoustic Foams
  • Hot-Swappable
  • Keychron Super Switch
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  • Login Bluetooth
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Description

Description

The K8 Max is a wireless mechanical keyboard with a TKL (80%) layout. It supports 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, and wired connections. With configuration capability via the QMK app and Keychron Launcher, it offers endless possibilities and enhanced productivity for your work and gaming!

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.

2.4 GHz and Bluetooth Connectivity

Enjoy top gaming performance on the go with the 2.4 GHz wireless connection featuring a fast 1000 Hz polling rate. For seamless multitasking on your computer, phone, and tablet, you can easily connect the K8 Max via Bluetooth 5.1 to three devices.

Program with QMK & Launcher.

The open-source QMK firmware offers endless possibilities for key remapping, macros, shortcuts, and much more. Now you can easily customize every key with the Keychron Launcher web application.

Significantly improved acoustic foams

Upgrade your typing experience with the K8 Max, featuring advanced IXPE acoustic foam for improved comfort, combined with durable EPDM foam for superior support during key switch operation, responsiveness, and durability. The steel plate provides immediate feedback and a quiet typing sound, while the added weight enhances stability

Suitable for all devices

It offers a Mac layout while remaining compatible with Windows. It stands out in the market by providing the same media and function keys as Apple keyboards for Mac users, but with improved tactile feedback.

Additionally, you can configure different key maps for Mac and Windows devices using the Keychron Launcher web app. The keyboard includes keys for macOS and Windows, along with extra esc and enter keys, making it easy to switch seamlessly between operating systems.

An epic core inside

A powerful ARM architecture MCU equipped with 256KB Flash memory will offer greater flexibility to developers. The polling rate is 1000 Hz in both 2.4 GHz and wired modes right out of the box, making latency almost unnoticeable even in competitive games.

Immediate replacement option (optional)

We also offer a hot-swappable version for your choice, which means you can customize your typing experience without soldering—just plug them in and you're ready.

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

Keychron Super Switch

Our exclusive Keychron Super switch adopts a new mold with unmatched precision. Each switch is tested for professional-level quality and has a lifespan of up to 50 million clicks, providing exceptional reliability and high performance for long typing sessions. The new lighting structure in the transparent top housing also ensures high light transmission and a more stable, brighter backlight effect.

OSA Profile Double-shot PBT Keycaps

To further enhance the typing experience, the K8 Max features our unique OSA profile (OEM profile with spherical angle) and double-shot PBT keycaps designed to provide a more comfortable feel for your fingers with excellent oil resistance for long-term use in the timeless tenkeyless layout.

Screw-in PCB stabilizers

Even the smallest detail matters for the feel of your fingers. We have integrated screw-in PCB stabilizers that are mounted on the printed circuit board (PCB) for a smoother typing experience with less wobble on larger keys, such as the spacebar, shift, enter, and delete keys. The Keychron K8 Max also supports third-party screw-in PCB stabilizers.

South-facing RGB backlighting

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

It features more than 22 types of RGB backlight settings. You can further adjust the hue, saturation, brightness, and speed of the RGB effects with ease.

Ergonomic Support

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

Manufacturer

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Specifications

Specifications

Technical Specifications

Keyboard & Mouse Set
No
Genre
Engineering
Illuminated Keys
Yes
RGB Lighting
Yes
Size
Tenkeyless
Switches
Keychron Super Red
Extra
Hot Swappable Keys
Keyboard Language
English US

Connectivity

Wireless
Yes
Login
Bluetooth

Main Specifications

Colour
Black

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

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Reviews (16)

Reviews

  1. 16
  2. 4 stars
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  3. 3 stars
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  4. 2 stars
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  5. 1 star
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  • Key feel
  • Cable length
  • Response time
  • Construction quality
  • Value for money
  • Cleaning
  • Alexandros_K11
    5
    0 out of 2 members found this review helpful

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    First time getting a mechanical keyboard and I am very satisfied with this purchase. For its price (bought at €68) I think it is one of the strong options out there. The keyboard is metallic, which I really loved.

    Two negatives:
    - It is relatively heavy but you expect that from the materials used
    - Personally, I might change the keycaps in the end to be a bit lower because, together with the height of the keyboard, it is a bit difficult to use

    Finally, at some point the keyboard suddenly stopped working on Windows 11, the device did not recognize it. I did an update through their site and everything is fine, at least for now.

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    • Value for money
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  • Eyebr0wz
    5
    1 out of 1 members found this review helpful

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    This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Brown

    Excellent.

    Creamy sound (for those who know), amazing build quality, its software is among the best on the market, quiet.

    I don't particularly feel the feedback from the brown switches, but maybe that's because I'm coming from blue ones.

    Hot swappable, so I can change them if I ever want to.

    The keycaps are nice in design and size, the only negative is that the symbols are not illuminated, meaning the backlight is only around the edges. A bit pointless in my opinion but again, if I really want it, I can change the keycaps.

    Due to its weight, it might be a bit heavy for daily transport for some people.

    The ability to switch from wired to wireless with 2.4GHz and connect to up to three devices via Bluetooth is also nice.

    If at some point in the future something bothers me about the keyboard, I will update the review, but until then, at the price of 65 euros that I got it, it's the best.

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    Excellent in everything, amazing construction, amazing feel.

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  • 5
    0 out of 1 members found this review helpful

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    This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Banana

    Very good, I bought it for the 2.4G function, it replaced the K8 Pro.

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    This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Banana

  • This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Brown

  • This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Brown

  • This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Brown

    • Key feel
    • Cable length
    • Response time
    • Construction quality
    • Value for money
    • Cleaning
  • Verified purchase

    This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Brown

    • Key feel
    • Cable length
    • Response time
    • Construction quality
    • Value for money
  • Verified purchase

    This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Brown

    • Key feel
    • Cable length
    • Response time
    • Construction quality
    • Cleaning
    • Value for money
  • Verified purchase

  • Verified purchase

    This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Brown

  • Verified purchase

  • Verified purchase

    This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Brown

  • This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Brown

    • Key feel
    • Cable length
    • Response time
    • Construction quality
    • Cleaning
    • Value for money
  • First time getting a mechanical keyboard and I am very satisfied with this purchase. For its price (bought at €68) I think it is one of the strong options out there. The keyboard is metallic, which I really loved.

    Two negatives:
    - It is relatively heavy but you expect that from the materials used
    - Personally, I might change the keycaps in the end to be a bit lower because, together with the height of the keyboard, it is a bit difficult to use

    Finally, at some point the keyboard suddenly stopped working on Windows 11, the device did not recognize it. I did an update through their site and everything is fine, at least for now.

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • Excellent.

    Creamy sound (for those who know), amazing build quality, its software is among the best on the market, quiet.

    I don't particularly feel the feedback from the brown switches, but maybe that's because I'm coming from blue ones.

    Hot swappable, so I can change them if I ever want to.

    The keycaps are nice in design and size, the only negative is that the symbols are not illuminated, meaning the backlight is only around the edges. A bit pointless in my opinion but again, if I really want it, I can change the keycaps.

    Due to its weight, it might be a bit heavy for daily transport for some people.

    The ability to switch from wired to wireless with 2.4GHz and connect to up to three devices via Bluetooth is also nice.

    If at some point in the future something bothers me about the keyboard, I will update the review, but until then, at the price of 65 euros that I got it, it's the best.

    Translated from Greek ·
    1
  • Excellent in everything, amazing construction, amazing feel.

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • Very good, I bought it for the 2.4G function, it replaced the K8 Pro.

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    0
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Description & Specifications

The K8 Max is a wireless mechanical keyboard with a TKL (80%) layout. It supports 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, and wired connections. With configuration capability via the QMK app and Keychron Launcher, it offers endless possibilities and enhanced productivity for your work and gaming!

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.

2.4 GHz and Bluetooth Connectivity

Enjoy top gaming performance on the go with the 2.4 GHz wireless connection featuring a fast 1000 Hz polling rate. For seamless multitasking on your computer, phone, and tablet, you can easily connect the K8 Max via Bluetooth 5.1 to three devices.

Program with QMK & Launcher.

The open-source QMK firmware offers endless possibilities for key remapping, macros, shortcuts, and much more. Now you can easily customize every key with the Keychron Launcher web application.

Significantly improved acoustic foams

Upgrade your typing experience with the K8 Max, featuring advanced IXPE acoustic foam for improved comfort, combined with durable EPDM foam for superior support during key switch operation, responsiveness, and durability. The steel plate provides immediate feedback and a quiet typing sound, while the added weight enhances stability

Suitable for all devices

It offers a Mac layout while remaining compatible with Windows. It stands out in the market by providing the same media and function keys as Apple keyboards for Mac users, but with improved tactile feedback.

Additionally, you can configure different key maps for Mac and Windows devices using the Keychron Launcher web app. The keyboard includes keys for macOS and Windows, along with extra esc and enter keys, making it easy to switch seamlessly between operating systems.

An epic core inside

A powerful ARM architecture MCU equipped with 256KB Flash memory will offer greater flexibility to developers. The polling rate is 1000 Hz in both 2.4 GHz and wired modes right out of the box, making latency almost unnoticeable even in competitive games.

Immediate replacement option (optional)

We also offer a hot-swappable version for your choice, which means you can customize your typing experience without soldering—just plug them in and you're ready.

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

Keychron Super Switch

Our exclusive Keychron Super switch adopts a new mold with unmatched precision. Each switch is tested for professional-level quality and has a lifespan of up to 50 million clicks, providing exceptional reliability and high performance for long typing sessions. The new lighting structure in the transparent top housing also ensures high light transmission and a more stable, brighter backlight effect.

OSA Profile Double-shot PBT Keycaps

To further enhance the typing experience, the K8 Max features our unique OSA profile (OEM profile with spherical angle) and double-shot PBT keycaps designed to provide a more comfortable feel for your fingers with excellent oil resistance for long-term use in the timeless tenkeyless layout.

Screw-in PCB stabilizers

Even the smallest detail matters for the feel of your fingers. We have integrated screw-in PCB stabilizers that are mounted on the printed circuit board (PCB) for a smoother typing experience with less wobble on larger keys, such as the spacebar, shift, enter, and delete keys. The Keychron K8 Max also supports third-party screw-in PCB stabilizers.

South-facing RGB backlighting

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

It features more than 22 types of RGB backlight settings. You can further adjust the hue, saturation, brightness, and speed of the RGB effects with ease.

Ergonomic Support

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

Manufacturer

Technical Specifications

Keyboard & Mouse Set
No
Genre
Engineering
Illuminated Keys
Yes
RGB Lighting
Yes
Size
Tenkeyless
Switches
Keychron Super Red
Extra
Hot Swappable Keys
Keyboard Language
English US

Connectivity

Wireless
Yes
Login
Bluetooth

Main Specifications

Colour
Black

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

Reviews (16)

  1. 16
  2. 4 stars
    0
  3. 3 stars
    0
  4. 2 stars
    0
  5. 1 star
    0
Review this product
  • Key feel
  • Cable length
  • Response time
  • Construction quality
  • Value for money
  • Cleaning
  • Alexandros_K11
    5
    0 out of 2 members found this review helpful

    Verified purchase

    First time getting a mechanical keyboard and I am very satisfied with this purchase. For its price (bought at €68) I think it is one of the strong options out there. The keyboard is metallic, which I really loved.

    Two negatives:
    - It is relatively heavy but you expect that from the materials used
    - Personally, I might change the keycaps in the end to be a bit lower because, together with the height of the keyboard, it is a bit difficult to use

    Finally, at some point the keyboard suddenly stopped working on Windows 11, the device did not recognize it. I did an update through their site and everything is fine, at least for now.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Key feel
    • Cable length
    • Response time
    • Construction quality
    • Value for money
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • Eyebr0wz
    5
    1 out of 1 members found this review helpful

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Brown

    Excellent.

    Creamy sound (for those who know), amazing build quality, its software is among the best on the market, quiet.

    I don't particularly feel the feedback from the brown switches, but maybe that's because I'm coming from blue ones.

    Hot swappable, so I can change them if I ever want to.

    The keycaps are nice in design and size, the only negative is that the symbols are not illuminated, meaning the backlight is only around the edges. A bit pointless in my opinion but again, if I really want it, I can change the keycaps.

    Due to its weight, it might be a bit heavy for daily transport for some people.

    The ability to switch from wired to wireless with 2.4GHz and connect to up to three devices via Bluetooth is also nice.

    If at some point in the future something bothers me about the keyboard, I will update the review, but until then, at the price of 65 euros that I got it, it's the best.

    Translated from Greek ·
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • Verified purchase

    Excellent in everything, amazing construction, amazing feel.

    Translated from Greek ·
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 5
    0 out of 1 members found this review helpful

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Banana

    Very good, I bought it for the 2.4G function, it replaced the K8 Pro.

    Translated from Greek ·
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • Verified purchase

  • Verified purchase

    This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Banana

  • This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Brown

  • This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Brown

  • This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Brown

    • Key feel
    • Cable length
    • Response time
    • Construction quality
    • Value for money
    • Cleaning
  • Verified purchase

    This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Brown

    • Key feel
    • Cable length
    • Response time
    • Construction quality
    • Value for money
  • Verified purchase

    This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Brown

    • Key feel
    • Cable length
    • Response time
    • Construction quality
    • Cleaning
    • Value for money
  • Verified purchase

  • Verified purchase

    This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Brown

  • Verified purchase

  • Verified purchase

    This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Brown

  • This review is about the switches: Keychron Super Brown

    • Key feel
    • Cable length
    • Response time
    • Construction quality
    • Cleaning
    • Value for money
  • First time getting a mechanical keyboard and I am very satisfied with this purchase. For its price (bought at €68) I think it is one of the strong options out there. The keyboard is metallic, which I really loved.

    Two negatives:
    - It is relatively heavy but you expect that from the materials used
    - Personally, I might change the keycaps in the end to be a bit lower because, together with the height of the keyboard, it is a bit difficult to use

    Finally, at some point the keyboard suddenly stopped working on Windows 11, the device did not recognize it. I did an update through their site and everything is fine, at least for now.

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • Excellent.

    Creamy sound (for those who know), amazing build quality, its software is among the best on the market, quiet.

    I don't particularly feel the feedback from the brown switches, but maybe that's because I'm coming from blue ones.

    Hot swappable, so I can change them if I ever want to.

    The keycaps are nice in design and size, the only negative is that the symbols are not illuminated, meaning the backlight is only around the edges. A bit pointless in my opinion but again, if I really want it, I can change the keycaps.

    Due to its weight, it might be a bit heavy for daily transport for some people.

    The ability to switch from wired to wireless with 2.4GHz and connect to up to three devices via Bluetooth is also nice.

    If at some point in the future something bothers me about the keyboard, I will update the review, but until then, at the price of 65 euros that I got it, it's the best.

    Translated from Greek ·
    1
  • Excellent in everything, amazing construction, amazing feel.

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • Very good, I bought it for the 2.4G function, it replaced the K8 Pro.

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • 0
  • See all
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