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Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the Keychron K1 SE V5 and Keychron K1 Ultra 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 K1 SE Wireless Mechanical Keyboard (Version 5)
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Keychron K1 Ultra 8K Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard

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  • Released in 2021
  • Built with the ANSI, JIS layout standard
  • Uses a Tray Mount mounting style
  • Supports Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Equipped with a 2000 mAh battery
  • Made with a Aluminum, Plastic case
  • Features ABS keycaps
  • Released in 2026
  • Built with the ANSI layout standard
  • Comes with a knob
  • Features N-key rollover
  • Has built-in sound dampening
  • Uses a Plate Mount mounting style
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Runs at a 8000 Hz polling rate
  • Equipped with a 2600 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 628.9 g
  • Sized at 20 x 359 x 128 mm
  • Made with a Aluminum, Wood, ABS case
  • Features PBT keycaps
Scores
  • Performance: 63.5
  • Build Quality: 67.5
  • Productivity: 67
  • Customizability: 69.5
  • Portability: 73.8
Scores
  • Performance: 89.1
  • Build Quality: 70.1
  • Productivity: 84
  • Customizability: 75
  • Portability: 76.5
Name
Keychron K1 SE V5
Name
Keychron K1 Ultra
Release year
2021
Release year
2026
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Profile
Low Profile
Profile
Low Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
80%
Layout Size
80%
Layout Standard
ANSI, JIS
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, Wired, Wireless
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
8000 Hz
Battery capacity
2000 mAh
Battery capacity
2600 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
Tray Mount
Mount Style
Plate Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, White, North-face
Backlight
 
Rgb, White, North-face
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Aluminum, Plastic
Case Material
Aluminum, Wood, ABS
Keycaps Material
ABS
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
-
Dimensions
20 x 359 x 128 mm
Weight
-
Weight
628.9g
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