Not sure which keyboard to choose? Try the Keyboard Finder now!

Compare Keychron K14 Pro vs K15 Pro Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between a compact standard-profile 70% layout and a low-profile 75% Alice layout. Both offer Bluetooth and wired connections, QMK and VIA support, hot-swappable configurations, and a 1000 Hz polling rate. The K14 Pro has a 4000mAh battery and vendor-described sound-dampening layers, while the K15 Pro weighs less and adds a rotary knob. The choice turns on layout, profile, battery capacity, and how much switch flexibility you want.

90
Keychron K14 Pro QMK/VIA Wireless Mechanical Keyboard
90
Keychron K15 Pro (Alice Layout) QMK/VIA Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard

Select a keyboard to compare

0.0 (0)
4.4 (14)
  • Available in a 70% layout
  • Offers Normal ergonomics
  • Includes screw-in stabilizers
  • Has built-in sound dampening
  • Equipped with a 4000 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 978 g
  • Sized at 40 x 336 x 102 mm
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, White, South-face, Rgb South-face, White South-face RGB lighting
  • Features a low-profile design
  • Available in a 75% layout
  • Offers Alice ergonomics
  • Comes with a knob
  • Equipped with a 2000 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 696 g
  • Sized at 12 x 370 x 143 mm
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, White, North-face, Rgb North-face, White North-face RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 75.2
  • Build Quality: 87.2
  • Productivity: 91.6
  • Customizability: 96.2
  • Portability: 80.1
Scores
  • Performance: 83.7
  • Build Quality: 81.9
  • Productivity: 91.7
  • Customizability: 91.8
  • Portability: 80.8
Name
Keychron K14 Pro
Name
Keychron K15 Pro
Release year
2023
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
70%
Layout Size
75%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Alice
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, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Battery capacity
4000 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
Tray Mount
Mount Style
Tray Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, White, South-face, White South-face
Backlight
 
Rgb, White, North-face
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Aluminum, Plastic, ABS
Case Material
Aluminum, Plastic, ABS
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
40 x 336 x 102 mm
Dimensions
12 x 370 x 143 mm
Weight
978g
Weight
696g
*Something incorrect or missing? Please
let me know
!

Pros and Trade-offs

Choose the K14 Pro if battery capacity, sound-dampening components, or broader MX-style switch experimentation matter most. Choose the K15 Pro if you specifically want a low-profile Alice layout, lower listed weight, and programmable knob. Check the K15 Pro's switch version carefully, since hot-swapping is optional and its switch compatibility is narrower.

Keychron K14 Pro

  • +4000mAh battery, compared with the K15 Pro's 2000mAh.
  • +Hot-swap support for almost all 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style mechanical switches, according to Keychron.
  • +Vendor-described sound-absorbing foam and thick silicone dampening bottom pad.
  • +Barebones or DIY kit option is listed.
  • +South-facing RGB backlighting is listed.

  • −At 978g, it is heavier than the K15 Pro's 696g.
  • −It uses a standard-profile 70% layout rather than the K15 Pro's low-profile Alice layout.
  • −It does not list the K15 Pro's rotary encoder knob.

Keychron K15 Pro

  • +Low-profile 75% Alice layout with a rotary encoder knob.
  • +At 696g, it weighs less than the K14 Pro.
  • +QMK, VIA, and Keychron Launcher support remapping and macros.
  • +Double-shot PBT low-profile keycaps are listed.
  • +A hot-swappable version is available for Gateron or Keychron low-profile mechanical switches.

  • −Its 2000mAh battery is smaller than the K14 Pro's 4000mAh battery.
  • −Hot-swap support is limited to Gateron or Keychron low-profile mechanical switches.
  • −Its low-profile Alice layout differs substantially from a standard-profile layout, so buyers should prefer that form factor before choosing it.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The K15 Pro has the clearer fit for buyers who want an Alice layout, low-profile construction, or a knob for macro assignments. The K14 Pro is more appealing for switch experimentation, especially if you want the stated 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style compatibility or a barebones option. Travel is a trade-off: the K15 Pro is lighter, but the K14 Pro has twice the listed battery capacity. Their listed wired polling rate and N-key rollover make gaming a close call based on these features.

GamingTie
  • •Both list a 1000 Hz polling rate and N-key rollover.
  • •Both support wired connectivity and offer linear, tactile, and clicky switch types.
OfficeKeychron K15 Pro
  • •The K15 Pro's low-profile Alice layout is explicitly designed for an ergonomic typing experience.
  • •Its rotary encoder knob can be assigned keys or macros through Keychron Launcher.
  • •The K14 Pro has sound-absorbing foam and a silicone dampening bottom pad, a concrete advantage for buyers prioritizing its vendor-described typing sound.
ProgrammingKeychron K15 Pro
  • •Both support QMK and Keychron Launcher for remapping and macros.
  • •The K15 Pro combines its Alice layout with a programmable knob for additional macro assignments.
  • •The K14 Pro's vendor description says hot-swapping supports almost all 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style mechanical switches, while K15 Pro hot-swap is limited to Gateron or Keychron low-profile mechanical switches.
TravelKeychron K15 Pro
  • •The K15 Pro weighs 696g, compared with 978g for the K14 Pro.
  • •Both support Bluetooth and wired connections.
  • •The K14 Pro has the larger listed battery, 4000mAh versus 2000mAh.
ModdingKeychron K14 Pro
  • •The K14 Pro is listed as hot-swappable and as a DIY kit or barebones option.
  • •Keychron says its sockets accept almost all 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style mechanical switches without soldering.
  • •The K15 Pro's optional hot-swap version is limited to Gateron or Keychron low-profile mechanical switches.
Content CreationKeychron K15 Pro
  • •The K15 Pro includes a rotary encoder knob that can be customized with keys or macros.
  • •Its 75% Alice layout includes additional macro keys, according to Keychron.
  • •Both keyboards support QMK and Keychron Launcher for remapping and macros.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


Discover similar products

You might also like similar products in that price range:

83
$74
Ducky Tinker 75 ProjectD 75% Hotswap RGB Keyboard
Ducky Tinker 75 ProjectD
75%,
Hotswap,
Wired,
RGB,
VIA,
QMK,
Plate Mount

68
$75
Ajazz AKS075 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard With TFT Screen
Ajazz AKS075
75%,
Hotswap,
Wireless,
Screen,
RGB,
Knob,
Gasket Mount

86
$59
R65 65% Wired Gaming Keyboard (QMK/VIA)
Royal Kludge R65
65%,
Hotswap,
Wireless,
Wired,
RGB,
Knob,
VIA,
QMK,
Alu case,
Gasket Mount

85
$83
FEKER Alice80 Tri-mode DIY Kit 2025 Upgrade
Feker Alice80
80%,
Hotswap,
Wireless,
Wired,
RGB,
Knob,
VIA,
QMK,
Gasket Mount

87
$70
GMK81 Mechanical Keyboard Kit
Zuoya GMK81
75%,
Hotswap,
Wireless,
Screen,
RGB,
VIA,
Alu case,
Gasket Mount

79
$69
CIDOO ABM066 Alice Mechanical Keyboard
Cidoo ABM066 Alice
65%,
Hotswap,
Wireless,
Screen,
RGB,
Knob,
VIA,
Gasket Mount

82
$89
[In Stock] CK Alice Ergonomics Wired Mechanical Keyboard Kit
CK Alice
80%,
Wired,
RGB,
VIA,
QMK,
Gasket Mount