Gaming Keyboards

Keychron K8 HE K8H-F1 Wireless Hall Effect Gaming Keyboard Tenkeyless with Magnetic switches and RGB lighting (English US) Special Wood Edition

Keychron K8 HE: Wireless keyboard with 80% layout and magnetic switches. Combines the features of traditional mechanical keyboards with advanced capabilities.

  • Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic switches...

Keychron K8 HE: Wireless keyboard with 80% layout and magnetic switches. Combines the features of traditional mechanical keyboards with advanced capabilities.

  • Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic switches for ultra-fast response and sensitive typing experience.
  • Adjustable actuation point from 0.2 to 3.8 millimeters to suit user needs.
  • Analog Mode function for...
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Description

Description

Keychron K8 HE: Wireless keyboard with 80% layout and magnetic switches. Combines the features of traditional mechanical keyboards with advanced capabilities.

  • Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic switches for ultra-fast response and sensitive typing experience.
  • Adjustable actuation point from 0.2 to 3.8 millimeters to suit user needs.
  • Analog Mode function for smoother and more dynamic control with variable inputs.
  • Supports QMK and Launcher for easy key and macro customization.
  • 2.4 GHz & Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity for wireless connection with multiple devices.
  • PBT keycaps for oil resistance and better typing feel.
  • RGB LED lights with multiple backlight modes for personalization.
  • Built with upgraded stabilizers for improved accuracy and stability.

Manufacturer: Keychron

Weight: 1.5kg

Revolutionary Gateron Magnetic Switches

The Keychron K8 HE is equipped with pre-lubricated Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic Switches, which use TMR sensors instead of physical contact. This technology allows for the detection of press depth with 0.1 mm accuracy, offering absolute control over the response of each key. The stability and speed provided by the magnetic sensors make it a top choice for competitive gaming, eliminating delays and offering an exceptionally smooth feel with every keystroke.

Fully Adjustable Actuation Point

Customize the keyboard exactly to your needs by adjusting the actuation point from 0.2 to 3.8 mm. You can set very shallow key presses for lightning-fast reactions in games or deeper key presses for meticulous typing, minimizing errors. This feature gives you a significant advantage, as the keyboard transforms according to your desired use, offering a personalized experience not found in conventional mechanical keyboards.

Advanced Rapid Trigger & DKS Features

With the Dynamic Rapid Trigger feature, the keys are activated and deactivated based on their movement rather than at predetermined points, allowing for instant repeats. Additionally, with Dynamic Keystrokes (DKS), you can assign up to 4 actions to a single key depending on the depth of the press. For example, a light press can make your character walk, while a deeper press can make them run, offering levels of control reminiscent of a controller.

Premium Design with Rosewood Accents

The Special Edition of the K8 HE stands out for its top-quality construction, combining sturdy aluminum with natural rosewood accents. It features Double-Shot PBT keycaps in OSA profile, which are extremely durable against wear and oil, maintaining their texture unchanged over time. Its minimalist aesthetic, combined with natural materials, makes it a true gem for any desk, while also offering the necessary durability.

Wireless Freedom & Multi-Device Connectivity

Enjoy top performance without cables thanks to the 2.4 GHz connection with a 1000 Hz polling rate, guaranteeing zero lag. At the same time, Bluetooth 5.2 technology allows you to connect up to 3 devices simultaneously, such as a computer, tablet, and mobile phone, with easy switching between them. The 4000 mAh battery ensures up to 110 hours of use, while compatibility with macOS, Windows, and Linux via a dedicated switch makes it the ultimate tool for any work environment.

Crystal Clear Acoustics & Hot-Swap Capabilities

The interior of the K8 HE is designed for the perfect typing sound, incorporating EVA acoustic foam 3.5 mm, EPDM foam, and silicone pads for a rich, "thocky" acoustic experience. The keyboard is also Hot-Swappable, allowing you to change the magnetic switches without soldering. With support for QMK firmware and the Launcher web app, you can reprogram every key, create macros, and customize the RGB lighting with 22+ different modes.

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Specifications

Specifications

Technical Specifications

Keyboard & Mouse Set
No
Genre
Hall Effect
Illuminated Keys
Yes
RGB Lighting
Yes
Size
Tenkeyless
Switches
Magnetic
Keyboard Language
English US

Connectivity

Wireless
Yes
Login
Bluetooth

Main Specifications

Colour
Black

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Reviews (8)

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  • vassilisw

    Verified purchase

    Nice feeling but I wouldn't say the keys are particularly high quality. You realize this when you remove them from the keyboard (for example, to replace the command keys with win, etc.)
    As for the bluetooth connection, when the keyboard goes to sleep it takes a while to "wake up" compared to the Dell I had, where I never noticed such a thing.
    The RGB lighting does not pass "through" the keys.
    The management application is an online app!

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  • zeppos

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    As a huge fan of Keychron keyboards (from the time when they didn’t exist in Greece, you could only order from the American or Dutch site and along with the keyboard they would send you candies and a handwritten thank you note), I more or less knew what to expect: amazing packaging, goodies like a decent key puller, high-end USB cable with a 90-degree connector, etc., compatibility with Windows and MacOS/iOS, plus exemplary build quality which was the best part.

    But this here exceeded every expectation on every level. Very premium feel, wonderful large curved keycaps with a very ergonomic tilt, excellent design (especially the wood on the sides, but also the chassis in general), instant wireless Bluetooth connection with Macbook and of course the cherry on top are the Hall Effect switches. Almost silent with amazing feel and response. I had never tried Hall Effect before. I spent a few minutes during setup and it felt like I had been working on the keyboard for a long time. Then I went back to my old (and theoretically more expensive) Corsair Strafe with brown Cherry MX and my first question was how I’ve been typing on this thing for so many years and how much better the K8 HE felt in every way.

    We’ll have to see how long the battery lasts with continuous Bluetooth operation. I read somewhere about roughly a week if the RGB LEDs are on and about a month with the lights off.

    The package includes a 1-meter braided USB cable with a 90-degree USB-C connector, a keycap puller with the two classic wires on one side and a claw on the other, extra keycaps for Windows functions (since the defaults are the classic Option, Command for Macs), a 2.4GHz USB dongle and also a “dummy” adapter with a female standard USB-A on one side and a female USB-C on the other. The latter, if I understood correctly, is for connecting the dongle via cable (and not directly onto the PC’s USB ports), so you can bring it closer to the keyboard to avoid interference, etc.

    I declare myself an even bigger fan of Keychron.

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  • Excellent packaging, amazing quality, you might struggle a bit to do the firmware update but it is necessary to activate the 2.4GHz adaptor. Excellent product for its price, around 130 euros.

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    • Key feel
    • Cable length
    • Response time
    • Construction quality
    • Cleaning
    • Value for money
  • Nice feeling but I wouldn't say the keys are particularly high quality. You realize this when you remove them from the keyboard (for example, to replace the command keys with win, etc.)
    As for the bluetooth connection, when the keyboard goes to sleep it takes a while to "wake up" compared to the Dell I had, where I never noticed such a thing.
    The RGB lighting does not pass "through" the keys.
    The management application is an online app!

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • As a huge fan of Keychron keyboards (from the time when they didn’t exist in Greece, you could only order from the American or Dutch site and along with the keyboard they would send you candies and a handwritten thank you note), I more or less knew what to expect: amazing packaging, goodies like a decent key puller, high-end USB cable with a 90-degree connector, etc., compatibility with Windows and MacOS/iOS, plus exemplary build quality which was the best part.

    But this here exceeded every expectation on every level. Very premium feel, wonderful large curved keycaps with a very ergonomic tilt, excellent design (especially the wood on the sides, but also the chassis in general), instant wireless Bluetooth connection with Macbook and of course the cherry on top are the Hall Effect switches. Almost silent with amazing feel and response. I had never tried Hall Effect before. I spent a few minutes during setup and it felt like I had been working on the keyboard for a long time. Then I went back to my old (and theoretically more expensive) Corsair Strafe with brown Cherry MX and my first question was how I’ve been typing on this thing for so many years and how much better the K8 HE felt in every way.

    We’ll have to see how long the battery lasts with continuous Bluetooth operation. I read somewhere about roughly a week if the RGB LEDs are on and about a month with the lights off.

    The package includes a 1-meter braided USB cable with a 90-degree USB-C connector, a keycap puller with the two classic wires on one side and a claw on the other, extra keycaps for Windows functions (since the defaults are the classic Option, Command for Macs), a 2.4GHz USB dongle and also a “dummy” adapter with a female standard USB-A on one side and a female USB-C on the other. The latter, if I understood correctly, is for connecting the dongle via cable (and not directly onto the PC’s USB ports), so you can bring it closer to the keyboard to avoid interference, etc.

    I declare myself an even bigger fan of Keychron.

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • Excellent packaging, amazing quality, you might struggle a bit to do the firmware update but it is necessary to activate the 2.4GHz adaptor. Excellent product for its price, around 130 euros.

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Description & Specifications

Keychron K8 HE: Wireless keyboard with 80% layout and magnetic switches. Combines the features of traditional mechanical keyboards with advanced capabilities.

  • Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic switches for ultra-fast response and sensitive typing experience.
  • Adjustable actuation point from 0.2 to 3.8 millimeters to suit user needs.
  • Analog Mode function for smoother and more dynamic control with variable inputs.
  • Supports QMK and Launcher for easy key and macro customization.
  • 2.4 GHz & Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity for wireless connection with multiple devices.
  • PBT keycaps for oil resistance and better typing feel.
  • RGB LED lights with multiple backlight modes for personalization.
  • Built with upgraded stabilizers for improved accuracy and stability.

Manufacturer: Keychron

Weight: 1.5kg

Revolutionary Gateron Magnetic Switches

The Keychron K8 HE is equipped with pre-lubricated Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic Switches, which use TMR sensors instead of physical contact. This technology allows for the detection of press depth with 0.1 mm accuracy, offering absolute control over the response of each key. The stability and speed provided by the magnetic sensors make it a top choice for competitive gaming, eliminating delays and offering an exceptionally smooth feel with every keystroke.

Fully Adjustable Actuation Point

Customize the keyboard exactly to your needs by adjusting the actuation point from 0.2 to 3.8 mm. You can set very shallow key presses for lightning-fast reactions in games or deeper key presses for meticulous typing, minimizing errors. This feature gives you a significant advantage, as the keyboard transforms according to your desired use, offering a personalized experience not found in conventional mechanical keyboards.

Advanced Rapid Trigger & DKS Features

With the Dynamic Rapid Trigger feature, the keys are activated and deactivated based on their movement rather than at predetermined points, allowing for instant repeats. Additionally, with Dynamic Keystrokes (DKS), you can assign up to 4 actions to a single key depending on the depth of the press. For example, a light press can make your character walk, while a deeper press can make them run, offering levels of control reminiscent of a controller.

Premium Design with Rosewood Accents

The Special Edition of the K8 HE stands out for its top-quality construction, combining sturdy aluminum with natural rosewood accents. It features Double-Shot PBT keycaps in OSA profile, which are extremely durable against wear and oil, maintaining their texture unchanged over time. Its minimalist aesthetic, combined with natural materials, makes it a true gem for any desk, while also offering the necessary durability.

Wireless Freedom & Multi-Device Connectivity

Enjoy top performance without cables thanks to the 2.4 GHz connection with a 1000 Hz polling rate, guaranteeing zero lag. At the same time, Bluetooth 5.2 technology allows you to connect up to 3 devices simultaneously, such as a computer, tablet, and mobile phone, with easy switching between them. The 4000 mAh battery ensures up to 110 hours of use, while compatibility with macOS, Windows, and Linux via a dedicated switch makes it the ultimate tool for any work environment.

Crystal Clear Acoustics & Hot-Swap Capabilities

The interior of the K8 HE is designed for the perfect typing sound, incorporating EVA acoustic foam 3.5 mm, EPDM foam, and silicone pads for a rich, "thocky" acoustic experience. The keyboard is also Hot-Swappable, allowing you to change the magnetic switches without soldering. With support for QMK firmware and the Launcher web app, you can reprogram every key, create macros, and customize the RGB lighting with 22+ different modes.

Manufacturer

Technical Specifications

Keyboard & Mouse Set
No
Genre
Hall Effect
Illuminated Keys
Yes
RGB Lighting
Yes
Size
Tenkeyless
Switches
Magnetic
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 (8)

  1. 7
  2. 4 stars
    0
  3. 1
  4. 2 stars
    0
  5. 1 star
    0
Review this product
  • Key feel
  • Cable length
  • Response time
  • Construction quality
  • Cleaning
  • Value for money
  • vassilisw

    Verified purchase

    Nice feeling but I wouldn't say the keys are particularly high quality. You realize this when you remove them from the keyboard (for example, to replace the command keys with win, etc.)
    As for the bluetooth connection, when the keyboard goes to sleep it takes a while to "wake up" compared to the Dell I had, where I never noticed such a thing.
    The RGB lighting does not pass "through" the keys.
    The management application is an online app!

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

    Verified purchase

    As a huge fan of Keychron keyboards (from the time when they didn’t exist in Greece, you could only order from the American or Dutch site and along with the keyboard they would send you candies and a handwritten thank you note), I more or less knew what to expect: amazing packaging, goodies like a decent key puller, high-end USB cable with a 90-degree connector, etc., compatibility with Windows and MacOS/iOS, plus exemplary build quality which was the best part.

    But this here exceeded every expectation on every level. Very premium feel, wonderful large curved keycaps with a very ergonomic tilt, excellent design (especially the wood on the sides, but also the chassis in general), instant wireless Bluetooth connection with Macbook and of course the cherry on top are the Hall Effect switches. Almost silent with amazing feel and response. I had never tried Hall Effect before. I spent a few minutes during setup and it felt like I had been working on the keyboard for a long time. Then I went back to my old (and theoretically more expensive) Corsair Strafe with brown Cherry MX and my first question was how I’ve been typing on this thing for so many years and how much better the K8 HE felt in every way.

    We’ll have to see how long the battery lasts with continuous Bluetooth operation. I read somewhere about roughly a week if the RGB LEDs are on and about a month with the lights off.

    The package includes a 1-meter braided USB cable with a 90-degree USB-C connector, a keycap puller with the two classic wires on one side and a claw on the other, extra keycaps for Windows functions (since the defaults are the classic Option, Command for Macs), a 2.4GHz USB dongle and also a “dummy” adapter with a female standard USB-A on one side and a female USB-C on the other. The latter, if I understood correctly, is for connecting the dongle via cable (and not directly onto the PC’s USB ports), so you can bring it closer to the keyboard to avoid interference, etc.

    I declare myself an even bigger fan of Keychron.

    Translated from Greek ·
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • Excellent packaging, amazing quality, you might struggle a bit to do the firmware update but it is necessary to activate the 2.4GHz adaptor. Excellent product for its price, around 130 euros.

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

  • Verified purchase

  • Verified purchase

  • Verified purchase

    • Key feel
    • Cable length
    • Response time
    • Construction quality
    • Cleaning
    • Value for money
  • Nice feeling but I wouldn't say the keys are particularly high quality. You realize this when you remove them from the keyboard (for example, to replace the command keys with win, etc.)
    As for the bluetooth connection, when the keyboard goes to sleep it takes a while to "wake up" compared to the Dell I had, where I never noticed such a thing.
    The RGB lighting does not pass "through" the keys.
    The management application is an online app!

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • As a huge fan of Keychron keyboards (from the time when they didn’t exist in Greece, you could only order from the American or Dutch site and along with the keyboard they would send you candies and a handwritten thank you note), I more or less knew what to expect: amazing packaging, goodies like a decent key puller, high-end USB cable with a 90-degree connector, etc., compatibility with Windows and MacOS/iOS, plus exemplary build quality which was the best part.

    But this here exceeded every expectation on every level. Very premium feel, wonderful large curved keycaps with a very ergonomic tilt, excellent design (especially the wood on the sides, but also the chassis in general), instant wireless Bluetooth connection with Macbook and of course the cherry on top are the Hall Effect switches. Almost silent with amazing feel and response. I had never tried Hall Effect before. I spent a few minutes during setup and it felt like I had been working on the keyboard for a long time. Then I went back to my old (and theoretically more expensive) Corsair Strafe with brown Cherry MX and my first question was how I’ve been typing on this thing for so many years and how much better the K8 HE felt in every way.

    We’ll have to see how long the battery lasts with continuous Bluetooth operation. I read somewhere about roughly a week if the RGB LEDs are on and about a month with the lights off.

    The package includes a 1-meter braided USB cable with a 90-degree USB-C connector, a keycap puller with the two classic wires on one side and a claw on the other, extra keycaps for Windows functions (since the defaults are the classic Option, Command for Macs), a 2.4GHz USB dongle and also a “dummy” adapter with a female standard USB-A on one side and a female USB-C on the other. The latter, if I understood correctly, is for connecting the dongle via cable (and not directly onto the PC’s USB ports), so you can bring it closer to the keyboard to avoid interference, etc.

    I declare myself an even bigger fan of Keychron.

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • Excellent packaging, amazing quality, you might struggle a bit to do the firmware update but it is necessary to activate the 2.4GHz adaptor. Excellent product for its price, around 130 euros.

    Translated from Greek ·
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