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Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the Keychron K3 QMK V3 and Keychron K8 HE 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 K3 QMK Wireless Mechanical Keyboard (ISO Layout) - Version 3
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  • Released in 2024
  • Has Tactile, Linear switch options
  • Features a low-profile design
  • Available in a 75% layout
  • Built with the ISO, ISO-DE, ISO-Nordic, ISO-UK, ANSI layout standard
  • Provides dedicated media keys
  • Uses a Plate Mount mounting style
  • Supports Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Equipped with a 1550 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 540 g
  • Sized at 19 x 306 x 116 mm
  • Made with a ABS, Aluminum case
  • Features ABS keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, North-face, Rgb North-face RGB lighting
  • Released in 2025
  • Has Magnetic, Linear, Tactile, Clicky switch options
  • Available in a 80% layout
  • Built with the ISO, ANSI, JIS layout standard
  • Supports VIA configuration
  • Enables rapid trigger functionality
  • Includes screw-in stabilizers
  • Uses a Tray Mount mounting style
  • Supports Wired, Wired only, Bluetooth, Wireless, 2.4 GHz connectivity
  • Equipped with a 4000 mAh battery
  • Made with a Aluminum, ABS, Wood case
  • Features PBT keycaps
  • Offers Yes, North-face, Rgb, Rgb North-face RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 84.7
  • Build Quality: 71
  • Productivity: 73.6
  • Customizability: 79
  • Portability: 77.6
Scores
  • Performance: 92.2
  • Build Quality: 84.1
  • Productivity: 88.2
  • Customizability: 89.4
  • Portability: 76.2
Name
Keychron K3 QMK V3
Name
Keychron K8 HE
Release year
2024
Release year
2025
Switch Options
Tactile, Linear
Switch Options
Magnetic, Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Profile
Low Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
75%
Layout Size
80%
Layout Standard
ISO, ISO-DE, ISO-Nordic, ISO-UK, ANSI
Layout Standard
ISO, ANSI, JIS
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
Wired, Wired only, Bluetooth, Wireless, 2.4 GHz
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Battery capacity
1550 mAh
Battery capacity
4000 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
Plate Mount
Mount Style
Tray Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, North-face
Backlight
 
North-face, Rgb
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
ABS, Aluminum
Case Material
Aluminum, ABS, Wood
Keycaps Material
ABS
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
19 x 306 x 116 mm
Dimensions
-
Weight
540g
Weight
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