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Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the Mechboards Ferris Sweep and Keychron K5 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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The Ferris Sweep
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Keychron K5 Max QMK Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard ISO Layout Collection

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3.9 (22)
  • Released in 2022
  • Available in a Unknown layout
  • Built with the ANSI layout standard
  • Supports VIAL configuration
  • Supports Wired, Wired only connectivity
  • Made with a Plastic, Metal case
  • Features ABS keycaps
  • Offers No RGB lighting
  • Released in 2024
  • Available in a 100% layout
  • Built with the ISO-DE, ISO-Nordic, ISO-UK, ISO, ANSI layout standard
  • Compatible with both Mac and Windows
  • Provides dedicated media keys
  • Supports QMK firmware
  • Features N-key rollover
  • Has built-in sound dampening
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate
  • Equipped with a 2000 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 720 g
  • Sized at 18 x 424 x 119 mm
  • Made with a ABS, Aluminum case
  • Features PBT, ABS keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, White, North-face, Rgb North-face, White North-face RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 49.2
  • Build Quality: 73.8
  • Productivity: 58.6
  • Customizability: 78.9
  • Portability: 43.6
Scores
  • Performance: 82.4
  • Build Quality: 81.8
  • Productivity: 89.4
  • Customizability: 90.1
  • Portability: 54.8
Name
Mechboards Ferris Sweep
Name
Keychron K5 Max
Release year
2022
Release year
2024
Switch Options
Tactile, Linear, Clicky
Switch Options
Tactile, Linear, Clicky
Profile
Low Profile
Profile
Low Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
Unknown
Layout Size
100%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ISO-DE, ISO-Nordic, ISO-UK, 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
Wired, Wired only
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Battery capacity
-
Battery capacity
2000 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
PCB Mount
Mount Style
PCB Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, White, North-face
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Plastic, Metal
Case Material
ABS, Aluminum
Keycaps Material
ABS
Keycaps Material
PBT, ABS
Dimensions
-
Dimensions
18 x 424 x 119 mm
Weight
-
Weight
720g
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