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Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the Apos Preonic Rev 4 Ortholinear and Keychron Q5 Max and view their biggest differences. The detailed comparison table allows you to see all the essential features, specifications, and benefits of each keyboard at a glance. Whether you're looking for performance, value, or specific functionalities, this comparison tool helps you make an informed decision.

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Apos x OLKB Preonic Rev 4 Ortholinear Keyboard
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Keychron Q5 Max QMK/VIA Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard

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  • Released in 2026
  • Has Linear switch options
  • Available in a Numpad layout
  • Built with the ANSI layout standard
  • Offers Ortholinear ergonomics
  • Supports Wired, Wired only connectivity
  • Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting
  • Released in 2023
  • Has Linear, Tactile, Clicky switch options
  • Available in a 96% layout
  • Built with the ANSI, ISO-DE, ISO-Nordic, ISO-UK, ISO, ISO-SW layout standard
  • Offers Normal ergonomics
  • Comes with a knob
  • Compatible with both Mac and Windows
  • Provides dedicated media keys
  • Connects via USB-C
  • Supports VIA configuration
  • Features N-key rollover
  • Includes screw-in stabilizers
  • Has built-in sound dampening
  • Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate
  • Equipped with a 4000 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 2215 g
  • Sized at 23 x 145 x 408 mm
  • Features PBT keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 61.2
  • Build Quality: 66.5
  • Productivity: 56.1
  • Customizability: 68.9
  • Portability: 65.4
Scores
  • Performance: 82.4
  • Build Quality: 90.8
  • Productivity: 97.4
  • Customizability: 99.8
  • Portability: 56.1
Name
Apos Preonic Rev 4 Ortholinear
Name
Keychron Q5 Max
Release year
2026
Release year
2023
Switch Options
Linear
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
Numpad
Layout Size
96%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ANSI, ISO-DE, ISO-Nordic, ISO-UK, ISO, ISO-SW
Layout Ergonomics
Ortholinear
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Display Support
 
Display Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
USB-C
 
USB-C
 
USB passthrough
 
USB passthrough
 
Connection
Wired, Wired only
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Battery capacity
-
Battery capacity
4000 mAh
Hall Effect Support
 
Hall Effect Support
 
QMK Support
 
QMK Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIAL Support
 
VIAL Support
 
N-Key Rollover
 
N-Key Rollover
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Mount Style
-
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Aluminum
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
-
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
-
Dimensions
23 x 145 x 408 mm
Weight
-
Weight
2215g
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