Keychron B33 vs B6 ProTKL or Full-Size RGB Layout
Choose the Keychron B33 for its TKL layout, metal case, aluminum plate, and sound dampening, or the B6 Pro for its full-size layout, RGB, and ISO/JIS layout options.
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Which one should you get?
Get the
Keychron B33
Battery
Build quality in the top 40% of 80% boards under $100.
- Metal case and aluminum plate.
- Sound dampening and screw-in stabilizers.
- N-Key Rollover and PBT keycap option.
- 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.
- No numpad.
Get the
Keychron B6 Pro
Build quality in the bottom 15% of 100% boards under $100.
- Full-size layout with a numpad.
- RGB lighting with north-facing LEDs.
- ISO, ISO-DE, and JIS layout options.
- Switches are soldered. Swapping them means soldering.
- Low-profile switches and keycaps only. Standard MX keycaps will not fit.
- North-facing LEDs. Cherry-profile keycaps can hit the switch housing.
Choose the B33 for its metal case, aluminum plate, sound dampening, and compact TKL layout. Choose the B6 Pro for its full-size layout, RGB, and ISO/JIS options, features not listed for the B33. Both require soldering to swap switches and use low-profile switches and keycaps.
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.
Keychron B33
Keychron B6 Pro
Layout size
80%
100%
Battery
4,000 mAh
1,200 mAh
A larger battery means fewer cables during the day
Case material
ABS, Metal
ABS, Plastic
Mount style
Gasket Mount
Plate Mount
Weight
1,977 g
623 g
Heavier boards stay planted and lighter ones travel
- Keychron B33
- Keychron B6 Pro
- Performance
- 5853
- Build quality
- 6645
- Productivity
- 8668
- Customizability
- 5252
- Portability
- 7451
- Connection: Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
- Low profile
- Max polling rate: 1,000 Hz
- Switch options: Clicky, Linear, Tactile
What will you mostly use it for?
The B33 is the stronger fit for office use and modding priorities centered on its case, plate, and listed dampening features. Its N-Key Rollover also makes it the more feature-supported gaming pick on paper, though the B6 Pro has RGB. The B6 Pro suits travel better by listed weight and thickness, and its full-size layout makes it a more direct choice for numpad-dependent content work. For programming, choose based on whether the B33's compact layout and listed rollover feature or the B6 Pro's full-size and ISO/JIS options matter more.
Pick the Keychron B33
- The B33 lists a 1000 Hz polling rate and N-Key Rollover.
- Its 80% layout leaves out the numpad, making it more compact than a full-size layout.
- The B6 Pro adds RGB lighting if illumination is a priority.
What owners say
Ratings and quotes collected from verified store reviews, including the critical ones.
Keychron B33
3 owner reviews
“I switch between my laptop and tablet throughout the day and Bluetooth pairing has been seamless. Typing is nearly silent, which is great for shared spaces.”
Keychron B6 Pro
10 owner reviews
“Great ultra slim keyboard. Would like to see a similar design as this with backlighting and maybe legs for adjustable height.”
Keychron B33 vs B6 Pro specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
15 of 24 specs differ
Keychron B33
Keychron B6 Pro
Switch options
Mount style
Low profile
Sound dampening
Screw-in stabilizers
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
N-key rollover
Mac & Windows
Released
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ISO layouts by store
Which stores sell ISO-DE, UK, and the other regional layouts.
Keychron B33
No ISO layout at the stores we track.
Keychron B6 Pro
- Go to Keychron
Keychron
ISO-DE
In stockShips to you
- Go to Keychron (DE)
Keychron (DE)
ISO-DE
In stockDoes not ship to you
- Go to MonacoKeys
MonacoKeys
ISO-DE
Out of stockDoes not ship to you
Keychron B33 vs B6 Pro: your questions
The B33 lists a 1000 Hz polling rate and N-Key Rollover, making it the more clearly specified option for gaming features. The B6 Pro has RGB lighting and a full-size layout, which may matter more if those are priorities.
The B6 Pro has a 100% full-size layout, while the B33 is an 80% layout with no numpad. Choose the B6 Pro if you regularly enter numbers using a dedicated numpad.
No, the B33 is listed without RGB. The B6 Pro is listed with RGB lighting and north-facing LEDs.
Yes, the B6 Pro is listed with ISO, ISO-DE, and JIS options, and its vendor description names several ISO variants. The B33 is listed only as ANSI, with no ISO options.
Both keyboards have soldered switches, so replacing switches requires soldering. They use low-profile switches, and standard MX switches will not fit.
No, both keyboards are specified for low-profile keycaps, and standard MX keycaps will not fit. On the B6 Pro, north-facing LEDs may also cause Cherry-profile keycaps to hit the switch housing.
The B6 Pro is listed at 623 g, while the B33 is listed at 1977 g. Based on those specifications, the B6 Pro is the lighter option.
The B33 lists sound dampening, and its vendor description describes silent typing with a scissor mechanism. The B6 Pro does not list those features, so the B33 has more explicit evidence for quiet shared-space use.
Both are listed with Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, and wired connectivity. The B33 vendor description identifies its wired connection as USB-C.
The B33 metadata lists a 4000mAh battery, compared with 1200mAh for the B6 Pro. The B6 Pro vendor page separately claims up to 1200 hours of use, while the B33 vendor page gives a different battery capacity than its metadata.
The B33 lists a metal case, aluminum plate, sound dampening, and screw-in stabilizers. However, both keyboards have soldered switches, so switch changes require soldering on either model.
Both product listings specify Mac/Win support. The B33 vendor description also mentions a system toggle for Windows and macOS.
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