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Compare Keychron Q0 vs Q1 Ultra Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between adding a dedicated number pad and replacing a main keyboard with a full 75% layout. The Q0 is wired only and supports QMK and VIA, while the Q1 Ultra offers Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, and wired connections with ZMK firmware. Both have aluminum cases, PBT keycaps, hot-swappable switches, and south-facing RGB, so the main decision is the keyboard's role and connectivity. The Q1 Ultra also has a higher polling rate and a substantially higher price tier.

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Keychron Q0 QMK Custom Number Pad
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Keychron Q1 Ultra 8K Wireless Custom Mechanical ISO Keyboard

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5.0 (3)
5.0 (6)
  • Released in 2022
  • Has Linear, Tactile, Clicky switch options
  • Available in a 60% layout
  • Built with the ANSI layout standard
  • Supports QMK firmware
  • Supports VIA configuration
  • Uses a Tray Mount mounting style
  • Supports Wired, Wired only connectivity
  • Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate
  • Weighs about 2200 g
  • Sized at 20 x 129 x 89 mm
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting
  • Released in 2026
  • Has Tactile, Linear, Clicky switch options
  • Available in a 75% layout
  • Built with the ISO, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-IT, ISO-PT, JIS, ANSI layout standard
  • Comes with a knob
  • Compatible with both Mac and Windows
  • Provides dedicated media keys
  • Features N-key rollover
  • Has built-in sound dampening
  • Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Runs at a 8000 Hz polling rate
  • Equipped with a 4000 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 1724 g
  • Sized at 32 x 328 x 145 mm
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, White, South-face, Rgb South-face, White South-face RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 63.4
  • Build Quality: 84.9
  • Productivity: 71.6
  • Customizability: 92
  • Portability: 68.1
Scores
  • Performance: 88.7
  • Build Quality: 73.9
  • Productivity: 90
  • Customizability: 76.7
  • Portability: 83.4
Name
Keychron Q0
Name
Keychron Q1 Ultra
Release year
2022
Release year
2026
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Switch Options
Tactile, Linear, Clicky
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
60%
Layout Size
75%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ISO, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-IT, ISO-PT, JIS, 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
Wired, Wired only
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Polling Rate
8000 Hz
Battery capacity
-
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
Tray Mount
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face
Backlight
 
Rgb, White, South-face, White South-face
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Aluminum
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
20 x 129 x 89 mm
Dimensions
32 x 328 x 145 mm
Weight
2200g
Weight
1724g
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Pros and Trade-offs

Pick the Q0 if you want a compact, wired number pad with QMK, VIA, and a barebones option for customization. Choose the Q1 Ultra if you need a full 75% keyboard, wireless connectivity, or its higher polling rate. Its added functionality comes with a higher price tier and a larger footprint.

Keychron Q0

  • +Dedicated number pad layout for numeric entry alongside another keyboard.
  • +QMK and VIA support are listed, along with a DIY kit/barebones option.
  • +Hot-swappable switches and screw-in stabilizers.
  • +Aluminum case, steel plate, and PBT keycaps.
  • +Compact listed dimensions of 20 x 129 x 89 mm.
  • −Wired only, with no listed Bluetooth or 2.4 GHz connection.
  • −Its number pad layout is not a substitute for the Q1 Ultra's 75% main keyboard layout.
  • −The 2200g listed weight is higher than the Q1 Ultra's 1724g.

Keychron Q1 Ultra

  • +75% layout with a knob configuration and multimedia keys.
  • +Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, and wired connectivity, with an 8000 Hz polling rate in wired and 2.4 GHz modes.
  • +4000 mAh battery, with up to 660 hours listed when the backlight is off.
  • +Gasket mount, PC plate, and sound-dampening layers including acoustic foam and IXPE foam.
  • +Hot-swappable switches, screw-in stabilizers, and Keychron Launcher remapping and macro features.
  • −The 75% keyboard is much larger than the Q0 number pad, with listed dimensions of 145 x 327.6 mm.
  • −At 1724g, it is still a heavy keyboard to carry.
  • −Its price tier is substantially higher than the Q0's.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Q1 Ultra leads where a full keyboard, wireless flexibility, and high polling rate matter. It is also the more suitable all-purpose office and programming choice based on its 75% layout and listed system support. The Q0's strongest fit is as a configurable add-on number pad, particularly for buyers who value QMK, VIA, or a barebones option. For travel, the Q1 Ultra is lighter and wireless, but the Q0 takes up less space.

GamingKeychron Q1 Ultra
  • •The Q1 Ultra supports an 8000 Hz polling rate in wired and 2.4 GHz modes, compared with the Q0's 1000 Hz wired polling rate.
  • •The Q1 Ultra connects over 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, or USB-C wired, while the Q0 is wired only.
  • •The Q1 Ultra is a 75% keyboard; the Q0 is a number pad rather than a full keyboard.
OfficeKeychron Q1 Ultra
  • •The Q1 Ultra's 75% layout serves as a main keyboard, while the Q0 is a dedicated number pad.
  • •The Q1 Ultra supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, and wired connections.
  • •Keychron lists Mac and Windows support for the Q1 Ultra, with additional Mac and Windows keycaps included.
ProgrammingKeychron Q1 Ultra
  • •The Q1 Ultra is a 75% keyboard with a full typing layout, while the Q0 is a number pad.
  • •Its Keychron Launcher web app supports key remapping and macros, and its listed system support includes macOS, Windows, and Linux.
  • •The Q0 offers QMK and VIA support, which may suit buyers who specifically want those firmware options for a number pad.
TravelKeychron Q1 Ultra
  • •The Q1 Ultra supports Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz wireless connections, while the Q0 requires a wired connection.
  • •The Q1 Ultra weighs 1724g, compared with 2200g for the Q0.
  • •The Q0 is much smaller at 20 x 129 x 89 mm, so it may be easier to pack if a standalone number pad is all that is needed.
ModdingKeychron Q0
  • •The Q0 explicitly lists QMK and VIA support, plus a DIY kit/barebones option.
  • •Both keyboards are hot-swappable, so either can be customized with switch changes.
  • •The Q1 Ultra also offers a customizable build, with a gasket mount and Keychron Launcher remapping and macro features.
Content CreationKeychron Q1 Ultra
  • •The Q1 Ultra's 75% layout includes multimedia keys and supports a knob configuration.
  • •Its Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz connections allow wireless use, unlike the wired-only Q0.
  • •The Q0 can still be useful as a separate number pad for workflows that benefit from dedicated numeric entry.

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