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Compare Keychron C1 Pro vs C3 Pro vs Keychron K5 QMK V2 Differences Side by Side

Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the Keychron C1 Pro and Keychron C3 Pro 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.

90
Keychron C1 Pro 8K QMK Wired Custom Mechanical Keyboard
89
Keychron C3 Pro 8K QMK Wired Custom Mechanical Keyboard
84
Keychron K5 QMK Wireless Mechanical Keyboard (ISO Layout) - Version 2
4.7 (7)
4.5 (2)
5.0 (2)
  • Includes screw-in stabilizers
  • Uses a Tray Mount mounting style
  • Weighs about 830 g
  • Sized at 20 x 357 x 131 mm
  • Made with a Plastic, ABS case
  • Features PBT keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face, White, White South-face RGB lighting
  • Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
  • Weighs about 912 g
  • Sized at 21 x 365 x 138 mm
  • Made with a ABS, Plastic case
  • Features PBT, ABS keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, North-face, Rgb North-face RGB lighting
  • Released in 2024
  • Features a low-profile design
  • Available in a 100% layout
  • Built with the ISO-DE, ISO-Nordic, ISO-UK, ISO, ANSI layout standard
  • Provides dedicated media keys
  • Uses a PCB Mount mounting style
  • Supports Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate
  • Equipped with a 2000 mAh battery
  • Made with a ABS, Aluminum case
  • Features ABS keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, White, North-face, Rgb North-face RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 90.1
  • Build Quality: 81.4
  • Productivity: 94.5
  • Customizability: 89.2
  • Portability: 57.5
Scores
  • Performance: 89.8
  • Build Quality: 80.5
  • Productivity: 90.7
  • Customizability: 88.8
  • Portability: 57.8
Scores
  • Performance: 81.8
  • Build Quality: 78.3
  • Productivity: 80.1
  • Customizability: 89.6
  • Portability: 53.9
Name
Keychron C1 Pro
Name
Keychron C3 Pro
Name
Keychron K5 QMK V2
Release year
2023
Release year
2023
Release year
2024
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Low Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
80%
Layout Size
80%
Layout Size
100%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ISO-DE, ISO-Nordic, ISO-UK, ISO, ANSI
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
Wired, Wired only
Connection
Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
8000 Hz;1000 Hz
Polling Rate
8000 Hz;1000 Hz
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Battery capacity
-
Battery capacity
-
Battery capacity
2000 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
Tray Mount
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Mount Style
PCB Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face, White, White South-face
Backlight
 
Rgb, North-face
Backlight
 
Rgb, White, North-face
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Plastic, ABS
Case Material
ABS, Plastic
Case Material
ABS, Aluminum
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
PBT, ABS
Keycaps Material
ABS
Dimensions
20 x 357 x 131 mm
Dimensions
21 x 365 x 138 mm
Dimensions
-
Weight
830g
Weight
912g
Weight
-
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