Hexgears X 1 vs Keychron K1 V6Hot-Swap vs Aluminum
Choose the Keychron K1 V6 for hot-swap and QMK customization, or the Hexgears X 1 for its lighter weight and four-device Bluetooth memory.
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Which one should you get?
Get the
Hexgears X 1
Hot-Swap
Build quality in the bottom 35% of 80% boards under $100.
- Aluminum case and plate, with a listed weight of 510g.
- 2400mAh battery, larger than the K1 V6's listed 2000mAh battery.
- Vendor description specifies Bluetooth memory for four devices.
- Switches are soldered. Swapping them means soldering.
- Low-profile switches and keycaps only. Standard MX keycaps will not fit.
- No ISO layout. ISO-DE, UK, and other ISO variants are not offered.
Get the
Keychron K1 V6
Aluminum
Build quality in the top 20% of 80% boards under $100.
- Hot-swappable version available, with support for low-profile switches.
- QMK and VIA support, plus a web app for key remapping and macros.
- Listed 1000 Hz polling rate in wired mode and N-key rollover in both wired and wireless modes.
- Low-profile switches and keycaps only. Standard MX keycaps will not fit.
- North-facing LEDs. Cherry-profile keycaps can hit the switch housing.
Pick the Keychron K1 V6 if you want hot-swappable low-profile switches, QMK/VIA customization or an ISO layout. Choose the Hexgears X 1 if lower listed weight, a larger battery and four-device Bluetooth memory matter more. Check the K1 V6 version carefully, since hot-swap is an optional version rather than a feature of every configuration.
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.
Hexgears X 1
Keychron K1 V6
Hot-swappable
No
Yes
Switch changes without soldering
Battery
2,400 mAh
2,000 mAh
A larger battery means fewer cables during the day
Case material
Aluminum
ABS, Aluminum
Mount style
Plate Mount
Top Mount
Weight
510 g
596 g
Heavier boards stay planted and lighter ones travel
- Hexgears X 1
- Keychron K1 V6
- Performance
- 7282
- Build quality
- 5578
- Productivity
- 5980
- Customizability
- 5488
- Portability
- 7073
- Layout size: 80%
- Connection: Bluetooth, Wired
- Low profile
- Switch options: Clicky, Linear, Tactile
- Plate material: Aluminum
What will you mostly use it for?
The K1 V6 takes the lead for gaming, office work, programming and modding, largely through its wired polling specification and customization options. Its ISO layout choices also make it the more flexible option for buyers who need a non-ANSI layout. The X 1 is the more travel-oriented pick based on its lower listed weight, larger battery and four-device Bluetooth memory. Content creators may prefer the K1 V6’s remapping and macro features, while the X 1 still offers a practical multi-device connection feature.
Pick the Keychron K1 V6
- The K1 V6 lists a 1000 Hz polling rate in wired mode.
- It supports N-key rollover in both wired and wireless modes.
- The X 1 vendor description specifies N-key rollover for wired use and 6-key rollover over Bluetooth.
Hexgears X 1 vs Keychron K1 V6 specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
11 of 25 specs differ
Hexgears X 1
Keychron K1 V6
Switch options
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Low profile
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
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
ISO layouts by store
Which stores sell ISO-DE, UK, and the other regional layouts.
Hexgears X 1
No ISO layout at the stores we track.
Keychron K1 V6
Keychron
ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW
In stockShips to you
Keychron (DE)
ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-SW
Out of stockDoes not ship to you
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Hexgears X 1 vs Keychron K1 V6: your questions
The K1 V6 lists a 1000 Hz polling rate in wired mode and N-key rollover in both wired and wireless modes. The X 1 vendor description specifies N-key rollover over USB-C but 6-key rollover over Bluetooth.
The K1 V6 is the stronger fit if you want keyboard remapping or macros, since it supports QMK and VIA and Keychron describes configuring it through the Launcher web app. The X 1 vendor listing says it does not support QMK or VIA.
Hot-swap is available on a specific K1 V6 version, identified by Keychron as the RGB Backlight Hot-Swappable version. Its vendor description says it works with Keychron Milk POM and compatible Gateron or Keychron low-profile mechanical switches.
No, the X 1's switches are soldered, so swapping them requires soldering. Its compatibility rules also limit replacements to low-profile switches.
No, both keyboards are specified for low-profile keycaps, and standard MX keycaps will not fit. The K1 V6 also has north-facing LEDs, which its compatibility rules flag as a possible issue with Cherry-profile keycaps.
The K1 V6 is listed with ISO-UK, ISO-DE, ISO-SW and ISO-Nordic options, as well as ANSI. The Hexgears X 1 has an ANSI layout and does not offer ISO variants.
The Hexgears X 1 is listed at 510g, while the Keychron K1 V6 is listed at 596g. That makes the X 1 the lighter choice based on their listed weights.
The Hexgears X 1 has a listed 2400mAh battery, compared with 2000mAh for the K1 V6. Keychron’s vendor description gives the K1 V6 a battery life of up to 160 hours.
The Hexgears X 1 vendor description specifies Bluetooth memory for four devices. Keychron says the K1 V6 can connect to up to three devices over Bluetooth.
Both keyboards are listed with RGB lighting. Keychron describes 22 or more dynamic backlight settings for the K1 V6 RGB version, while the X 1 vendor description mentions full RGB lighting and backlight modes.
The Keychron K1 V6 supports QMK and VIA, and Keychron describes remapping keys and creating macros with its Launcher web app. The X 1 vendor listing says it does not support QMK or VIA.
Both keyboards list Mac/Windows support. Keychron also describes the K1 V6 Launcher as compatible with macOS, Windows and Linux.
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