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Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the HHKB Classic and HHKB Hybrid Type S 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.

HHKB Classic Topre 45g 60% PBT Mechanical Keyboard
HHKB Hybrid Type-S Topre Silent 45g Keyboard
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Keychron Q1 HE QMK Wireless Custom Keyboard ISO Layout Collection
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  • Supports Wired, Wired only connectivity
  • Made with a Plastic case
  • Has Silent, Clicky switch options
  • Supports Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Equipped with a 2000 mAh battery
  • Made with a Plastic, PBT case
  • Has Magnetic, Linear, Tactile, Clicky switch options
  • Supports hot-swappable switches
  • Available in a 75% layout
  • Built with the ISO, ISO-UK, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-IT, ISO-DE, ANSI, JIS layout standard
  • Comes with a knob
  • 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 4000 g
  • Sized at 23 x 145 x 328 mm
  • Made with a Aluminum case
  • Features PBT, ABS, keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face, White, White South-face RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 56.5
  • Build Quality: 44.6
  • Productivity: 57.2
  • Customizability: 47.4
  • Portability: 72.4
Scores
  • Performance: 56.9
  • Build Quality: 45.1
  • Productivity: 57.3
  • Customizability: 48.1
  • Portability: 86.9
Scores
  • Performance: 100
  • Build Quality: 89.9
  • Productivity: 96.9
  • Customizability: 99.6
  • Portability: 81.4
Name
HHKB Classic
Name
HHKB Hybrid Type S
Name
Keychron Q1 HE
Release year
2023
Release year
2023
Release year
2023
Switch Options
-
Switch Options
Silent, Clicky
Switch Options
Magnetic, Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
60%
Layout Size
60%
Layout Size
75%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ISO, ISO-UK, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-IT, ISO-DE, ANSI, JIS
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Display Support
 
Display Support
 
Display Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
USB-C
 
USB-C
 
USB-C
 
USB passthrough
 
USB passthrough
 
USB passthrough
 
Connection
Wired, Wired only
Connection
Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless, Wired only
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
1000 Hz;8000 Hz
Battery capacity
-
Battery capacity
2000 mAh
Battery capacity
4000 mAh
Hall Effect Support
 
Hall Effect Support
 
Hall Effect Support
 
QMK Support
 
QMK Support
 
QMK Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIAL Support
 
VIAL Support
 
VIAL Support
 
N-Key Rollover
 
N-Key Rollover
 
N-Key Rollover
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Mount Style
Plate Mount
Mount Style
Plate Mount
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Backlight
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face, White, White South-face
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Plastic
Case Material
Plastic, PBT
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
PBT, ABS,
Dimensions
-
Dimensions
-
Dimensions
23 x 145 x 328 mm
Weight
-
Weight
-
Weight
4000g
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