Chilkey Slice HE vs Keychron LemoKey P1 HEWired 8K vs Wireless Custom
Choose the Chilkey Slice HE for its maximum wired polling rate, or the Keychron P1 HE for wireless flexibility and deep software customization.
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Which one should you get?
Get the
Chilkey Slice HE
Wired 8K
Build quality in the top 50% of 75% boards under $200.
- Higher 8000Hz wired polling rate for minimal latency.
- Features a unique cork sound dampening layer with a moisture-protecting gauze coating.
- Includes a decorative back weight with a cracked ice design.
- Magnetic switches only. Standard MX switches will not fit.
- Missing ISO-DE. The other board is sold in those layouts.
Get the
Keychron LemoKey P1 HE
Wireless Custom
Build quality in the top 5% of 75% boards under $200.
- Tri-mode connectivity with Bluetooth 5.2, 2.4GHz, and wired modes.
- Extensive firmware customization via QMK and VIA open-source support.
- Includes a programmable aluminum rotary encoder (knob).
- Magnetic switches only. Standard MX switches will not fit.
- North-facing LEDs. Cherry-profile keycaps can hit the switch housing.
- South-facing LEDs. Shine-through legends stay dark, and some sculpted keycaps can clip the LED.
Your primary need dictates the choice. For a dedicated, no-compromise wired gaming station where every millisecond counts, the Chilkey Slice HE and its 8000Hz polling rate are compelling. For virtually any other scenario—especially if you value wireless freedom, deep software customization, a knob, or plan to mod—the Keychron P1 HE is the significantly more versatile and capable board.
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.
Chilkey Slice HE
Keychron LemoKey P1 HE
Rapid trigger
No
Yes
Faster resets help in games and not in normal typing
Connection
Wired
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
Wireless for several devices and wired for lower latency
Max polling rate
8,000 Hz
1,000 Hz
Higher polling helps competitive FPS and does nothing for typing
Case material
Aluminum
Aluminum, Metal
Switch options
Linear, Magnetic
Clicky, Linear, Magnetic, Tactile
- Chilkey Slice HE
- Keychron LemoKey P1 HE
- Performance
- 8193
- Build quality
- 6988
- Productivity
- 6497
- Customizability
- 4796
- Portability
- 6481
- Layout size: 75%
- Hall effect (magnetic)
- Hot-swappable
- Mount style: Gasket Mount
- Sound dampening
- Plate material: Aluminum
What will you mostly use it for?
The Keychron P1 HE wins most categories due to its wireless versatility, superior software, and modding-friendly design. It is the clear choice for office workers, programmers, travelers, and modders. The Chilkey Slice HE's sole but significant victory is in pure wired gaming performance, where its higher polling rate is the decisive factor for competitive players who prioritize latency above all else.
Pick the Chilkey Slice HE
- The Chilkey Slice HE offers an 8000Hz polling rate for maximum wired responsiveness.
- Its vendor description highlights a dedicated 8K polling rate for competitive gaming.
Chilkey Slice HE vs Keychron LemoKey P1 HE specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
13 of 28 specs differ
Chilkey Slice HE
Keychron LemoKey P1 HE
Switch options
Hall effect (magnetic)
Rapid trigger
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Sound dampening
Screw-in stabilizers
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Knob
Display
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
ISO layouts by store
Which stores sell ISO-DE, UK, and the other regional layouts.
Chilkey Slice HE
Listed on the product, not split by store: ISO.
Keychron LemoKey P1 HE
Input Gear
ISO-DE
Out of stockShips to you
Keychron
ISO-DE
Out of stockShips to you
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Chilkey Slice HE vs Keychron LemoKey P1 HE: your questions
The Chilkey Slice HE has a higher maximum polling rate of 8000Hz in its wired mode. The Keychron P1 HE offers a 1000Hz polling rate in both its 2.4GHz wireless and wired modes.
Yes. The Keychron P1 HE supports tri-mode connectivity, including Bluetooth 5.2 and a 2.4GHz wireless connection with a 1000Hz polling rate. It also has a 4000mAh battery for cordless operation.
No. According to the specifications, the Chilkey Slice HE does not have RGB lighting. The Keychron P1 HE does offer north and south-facing RGB backlighting.
The Keychron P1 HE is superior for modding. It supports QMK and VIA firmware for deep customization, is available as a DIY kit, includes screw-in stabilizers, and its vendor description details multiple internal foam layers for sound modification.
Yes, both keyboards feature hall effect magnetic switches. The Chilkey Slice HE comes with Gateron Jade Pro Magnetic switches, while the Keychron P1 HE uses Gateron double-rail magnetic switches, both offering adjustable actuation points.
Only the Keychron P1 HE includes a programmable aluminum rotary encoder (knob). The Chilkey Slice HE does not have a knob.
Both use PBT keycaps, but the specifics differ. The Chilkey uses 1.5mm thick double-shot PBT keycaps. The Keychron uses Cherry profile double-shot PBT keycaps and offers both shine-through and non-shine-through versions.
Yes. The Keychron P1 HE's listed features include Mac/Win support, and its vendor description confirms compatibility with macOS, Windows, and Linux.
They use different materials. The Chilkey Slice HE uses a cork sound dampening layer with a gauze coating. The Keychron P1 HE uses a combination of a 3mm acoustic foam, a 2.5mm EPDM foam, and a PET film, according to its product description.
Both are hot-swappable, but with limitations. The Chilkey Slice HE is pre-built with Gateron Jade Pro Magnetic switches. The Keychron P1 HE is hot-swappable but, as per its vendor page, is compatible exclusively with Gateron double-rail magnetic switches.
The Keychron P1 HE is heavier, with a listed weight of 1800g (approximately 1630g ±50g per its specs). The weight for the Chilkey Slice HE is not specified in the provided information.
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