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Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the Keychron J5 and Keychron K17 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.

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Keychron J5 QMK Wireless Mechanical Keyboard
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Keychron K17 Pro QMK/VIA Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard

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3.0 (2)
5.0 (4)
  • Released in 2025
  • Available in a 100% layout
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Equipped with a 3750 mAh battery
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, North-face, Rgb North-face RGB lighting
  • Released in 2023
  • Features a low-profile design
  • Available in a 96% layout
  • Comes with a knob
  • Compatible with both Mac and Windows
  • Connects via USB-C
  • Features N-key rollover
  • Uses a Tray Mount mounting style
  • Supports Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Equipped with a 2000 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 679 g
  • Sized at 19 x 120 x 387 mm
  • Made with a Aluminum, Plastic, ABS case
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, White, North-face, Rgb North-face, White North-face RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 69.9
  • Build Quality: 69.5
  • Productivity: 62.9
  • Customizability: 86.7
  • Portability: 48.2
Scores
  • Performance: 83.5
  • Build Quality: 81.7
  • Productivity: 87.2
  • Customizability: 92.7
  • Portability: 53.7
Name
Keychron J5
Name
Keychron K17 Pro
Release year
2025
Release year
2023
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Low Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
100%
Layout Size
96%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
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
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Connection
Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Battery capacity
3750 mAh
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
-
Mount Style
Tray Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, North-face
Backlight
 
Rgb, White, North-face
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
-
Case Material
Aluminum, Plastic, ABS
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
-
Dimensions
19 x 120 x 387 mm
Weight
-
Weight
679g
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