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Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the Cherry MX8.0 and Keychron Q3 HE 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.

CHERRY MX8.0 Mechanical Keyboard
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Keychron Q3 HE QMK Wireless Custom Keyboard ISO Layout Collection

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5.0 (18)
  • Released in 2023
  • Has Clicky, Tactile, Linear switch options
  • Built with the ANSI layout standard
  • Sized at 44 x 145 x 351 mm
  • Made with a Aluminum case
  • Features ABS keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, White RGB lighting
  • Released in 2024
  • Has Linear, Tactile, Clicky, Magnetic switch options
  • Supports hot-swappable switches
  • Built with the ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO, ANSI layout standard
  • Comes with a knob
  • Compatible with both Mac and Windows
  • Provides dedicated media keys
  • Connects via USB-C
  • Utilizes Hall effect sensors
  • Supports QMK firmware
  • Supports VIA configuration
  • Enables rapid trigger functionality
  • Includes screw-in stabilizers
  • Has built-in sound dampening
  • Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless, Wired only connectivity
  • Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate
  • Equipped with a 4000 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 1775 g
  • Sized at 23 x 137 x 365 mm
  • Made with a Aluminum, Metal case
  • Features PBT keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face, White RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 58.4
  • Build Quality: 42.5
  • Productivity: 43.8
  • Customizability: 50
  • Portability: 50.7
Scores
  • Performance: 99.9
  • Build Quality: 88.3
  • Productivity: 96.7
  • Customizability: 99.5
  • Portability: 78
Name
Cherry MX8.0
Name
Keychron Q3 HE
Release year
2023
Release year
2024
Switch Options
Clicky, Tactile, Linear
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky, Magnetic
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
80%
Layout Size
80%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO, ANSI
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
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
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless, Wired only
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
1000 Hz;8000 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, White
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face, White
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Aluminum
Case Material
Aluminum, Metal
Keycaps Material
ABS
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
44 x 145 x 351 mm
Dimensions
23 x 137 x 365 mm
Weight
-
Weight
1775g
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