Ajazz AK820 Pro vs Keychron V1Wireless or QMK
Get the Ajazz AK820 Pro for Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz wireless, a 4000mAh battery and a TFT screen, or the Keychron V1 for QMK/VIA customization and its available ISO layouts.
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4.6 (256)4.6 · 256 reviews
from$55at Epomaker
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4.9 (64)4.9 · 64 reviews
from$44at Keychron
Which one should you get?
Get the
Ajazz AK820 Pro
Build quality in the top 30% of 75% boards under $100.
- Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz wireless modes, alongside wired USB-C connectivity.
- A 4000mAh battery and a TFT screen that can show battery status, date and time, connection and OS information.
- Gasket mounting with a flex-cut PC plate and PCB.
- South-facing LEDs. Shine-through legends stay dark, and some sculpted keycaps can clip the LED.
- No ISO layout. ISO-DE, UK, and other ISO variants are not offered.
Get the
Keychron V1
Build quality in the top 5% of 75% boards under $50.
- QMK and VIA support for key remapping and macros.
- ISO and multiple regional ISO layout options are listed.
- A programmable knob and a DIY kit/barebones option.
- South-facing LEDs. Shine-through legends stay dark, and some sculpted keycaps can clip the LED.
Choose the Ajazz AK820 Pro if you want Bluetooth or 2.4 GHz use, a 4000mAh battery, a TFT screen and gasket mounting with a flex-cut PC plate. Choose the Keychron V1 if QMK/VIA controls, a programmable knob, a barebones option or regional ISO layouts matter more. Both are hot-swappable 75% keyboards, but only the Ajazz is listed with wireless modes and only the Keychron with QMK/VIA support.
The differences that matter
Skip the 40-row spec sheet. These are the specs that change how each board feels, sounds, and fits your desk.
Ajazz AK820 Pro
Keychron V1
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
Wired
Wireless for several devices and wired for lower latency
Case material
ABS, Aluminum
ABS, Plastic
Switch options
Linear
Clicky, Linear, Tactile
Mount style
Gasket Mount
Gasket Mount, Plate Mount, Tray Mount
Display
TFT
None
A case display rather than a typing feature
- Ajazz AK820 Pro
- Keychron V1
- Performance
- 7791
- Build quality
- 7589
- Productivity
- 8298
- Customizability
- 7298
- Portability
- 7864
- Layout size: 75%
- Hot-swappable
- Knob
- Sound dampening
What will you mostly use it for?
The AK820 Pro is the more convenient choice for wireless desk setups and travel, with its battery and TFT display adding practical extras. The V1 has the edge for buyers who want programmable controls, deeper remapping options or a regional ISO layout. For gaming, the V1's listed polling rate and QMK support favor wired use, while the Ajazz offers wireless connection choices. Content creators have a specific reason to consider the V1's programmable knob.
Pick the Keychron V1
- The V1 lists a 1000 Hz polling rate and QMK support.
- The AK820 Pro can connect over Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz or USB-C, which suits buyers who want a wireless gaming setup.
What owners say
Ratings and quotes collected from verified store reviews, including the critical ones.
Ajazz AK820 Pro
256 owner reviews
“It's a nice keyboard, has a nice sound when typing. I like the dedicated volume know and it's easy to load gifs onto the little screen using the ajazz software”
“So recently i started to notice my w key stop completely and have to press again and again for the input, please can you assist me in this matter”
Keychron V1
64 owner reviews
“Even tho I live in the middle of Europe the shipping only took 11 working days. It feels and sounds great to type on. And the opening experience was also great.”
Ajazz AK820 Pro vs Keychron V1 specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
15 of 27 specs differ
Ajazz AK820 Pro
Keychron V1
Switch options
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Sound dampening
Screw-in stabilizers
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Knob
Display
Media keys
Connection
Max polling rate
Battery
USB-C
Case material
Plate material
Keycaps
Weight
Dimensions
Typing angle
Backlight
QMK
VIA
N-key rollover
Mac & Windows
Released
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ISO layouts by store
Which stores sell ISO-DE, UK, and the other regional layouts.
Ajazz AK820 Pro
No ISO layout at the stores we track.
Keychron V1
- Go to Keychron
Keychron
ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-Nordic, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-SW
In stockShips to you
- Go to Keychron (DE)
Keychron (DE)
ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-Nordic, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-SW
In stockDoes not ship to you
Ajazz AK820 Pro vs Keychron V1: your questions
Yes. It supports Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz wireless connections, as well as wired USB-C use. Ajazz lists a 4000mAh battery.
The V1 is listed as wired only, with USB-C connectivity. For Bluetooth or 2.4 GHz wireless use, the AK820 Pro offers both modes.
Yes, the AK820 Pro has a TFT screen. Ajazz says it can display battery status, date and time, connectivity, OS information and backlight effects.
The V1 is listed with QMK and VIA support. Keychron describes QMK as supporting key remapping, macros and shortcuts.
The Keychron V1 is listed with ISO and regional options including ISO-DE and ISO-UK. The AK820 Pro is listed as ANSI and does not offer ISO variants.
Both keyboards are listed as hot-swappable. Keychron says the V1 sockets support 3-pin and 5-pin MX mechanical switches.
Both keyboards list knob support. Keychron specifically describes the V1 knob as programmable for functions such as volume, zoom and brush size.
The V1 product specifications list a 1000 Hz polling rate. The keyboard is wired-only and connects through USB-C.
The south-facing LEDs on both boards may leave shine-through legends dark, according to their compatibility notes. The V1's fully assembled version includes double-shot PBT keycaps described by Keychron as not shine-through.
The AK820 Pro is listed at 810g, while the Keychron V1 is listed at 995g in its product metadata. The Ajazz also has wireless modes and a battery, features not listed for the wired-only V1.
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