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Compare Keychron Q1 Ultra vs Q2 Pro Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers choosing between a feature-rich 75% wireless keyboard and a more compact 65% custom board. The Q1 Ultra combines 2.4 GHz connectivity with 8000 Hz polling in wired and 2.4 GHz modes, while the Q2 Pro offers QMK support and a barebone option. Both have aluminum cases, gasket mounts, PC plates, hot-swappable switches, and rotary knobs. The decision comes down to layout and connectivity priorities versus customization options.

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Keychron Q1 Ultra 8K Wireless Custom Mechanical ISO Keyboard
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Keychron Q2 Pro QMK/VIA Wireless Benutzerdefinierte Mechanische Tastatur (US-Layout) - Image: 7

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4.3 (15)
  • 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
  • Provides dedicated media keys
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Runs at a 8000 Hz polling rate
  • Weighs about 1724 g
  • Sized at 32 x 328 x 145 mm
  • Features PBT keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, White, South-face, Rgb South-face, White South-face RGB lighting
  • Released in 2023
  • Has Linear, Tactile, Clicky switch options
  • Available in a 65% layout
  • Built with the ISO, JIS, ANSI, ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-SW layout standard
  • Supports QMK firmware
  • Supports VIA configuration
  • Supports Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate
  • Weighs about 1489 g
  • Sized at 35 x 121 x 328 mm
  • Features ABS, PBT keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 88.7
  • Build Quality: 73.9
  • Productivity: 90
  • Customizability: 76.7
  • Portability: 83.4
Scores
  • Performance: 77.9
  • Build Quality: 89.5
  • Productivity: 94.5
  • Customizability: 96.2
  • Portability: 88.9
Name
Keychron Q1 Ultra
Name
Keychron Q2 Pro
Release year
2026
Release year
2023
Switch Options
Tactile, Linear, Clicky
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
75%
Layout Size
65%
Layout Standard
ISO, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-IT, ISO-PT, JIS, ANSI
Layout Standard
ISO, JIS, ANSI, ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-SW
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
8000 Hz
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Battery capacity
4000 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
Gasket Mount
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, White, South-face, White South-face
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Aluminum
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
ABS, PBT
Dimensions
32 x 328 x 145 mm
Dimensions
35 x 121 x 328 mm
Weight
1724g
Weight
1489g
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Pros and Trade-offs

Choose the Q1 Ultra if 8K polling, 2.4 GHz connectivity, and a 75% layout are your priorities. Choose the Q2 Pro if you prefer a smaller 65% board, QMK and VIA support, or the option to start with a barebone kit. Both offer aluminum construction, a PC plate, hot-swappable switches, and a knob, so the main decision is layout and connectivity versus customization.

Keychron Q1 Ultra

  • +75% layout with a rotary knob.
  • +8000 Hz polling in wired and 2.4 GHz modes.
  • +Connectivity includes 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, and wired use.
  • +KSA double-shot PBT keycaps and a PC plate.
  • +Vendor description details sound-absorbing foam, IXPE foam, PET film, and a latex bottom pad.
  • −At 1724 g, it weighs more than the Q2 Pro's listed 1489 g.
  • −The vendor description identifies ZMK and Launcher, not QMK or VIA.
  • −Its 75% layout takes more space than the Q2 Pro's 65% layout.

Keychron Q2 Pro

  • +65% layout and a listed weight of 1489 g.
  • +QMK and VIA support are listed, with Launcher customization described by the vendor.
  • +Available as a barebone kit without keycaps and switches, or fully assembled.
  • +Programmable rotary knob and hot-swappable switches.
  • +Up to 300 hours of Bluetooth use with the backlight off, according to the vendor.
  • −Polling is listed as 1000 Hz; the vendor specifies 90 Hz in wireless mode.
  • −Connectivity is Bluetooth and wired, with no 2.4 GHz mode listed.
  • −The 65% layout is more compact but offers fewer keys than the Q1 Ultra's 75% layout.
  • −The barebone version does not include keycaps or switches.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Q1 Ultra is the more gaming-focused choice on paper, with 8K polling and both 2.4 GHz and wired modes. The Q2 Pro has an edge for programming and modding because of its QMK and VIA support and barebone configuration. For travel, its smaller 65% layout and lower listed weight are practical advantages, though neither board is especially light. Office use is a closer call, while the Q2 Pro's programmable knob is explicitly described with creative-workflow examples.

GamingKeychron Q1 Ultra
  • •The Q1 Ultra supports 8000 Hz polling in wired and 2.4 GHz modes; the Q2 Pro is listed at 1000 Hz polling and offers Bluetooth and wired connectivity.
  • •The Q1 Ultra's 75% layout keeps more keys available than the Q2 Pro's 65% layout.
OfficeTie
  • •Both keyboards support Bluetooth and wired use, hot-swapping, and a rotary knob.
  • •The Q1 Ultra has a 75% layout, while the Q2 Pro's 65% layout takes a more compact approach.
  • •The Q1 Ultra vendor description specifies multiple acoustic foam layers; the Q2 Pro has a double-gasket design and PC plate.
ProgrammingKeychron Q2 Pro
  • •The Q2 Pro lists QMK and VIA support, and its vendor description includes QMK and Launcher customization.
  • •The Q2 Pro's 65% layout provides a smaller keyboard footprint, while the Q1 Ultra offers a 75% layout.
  • •Both vendor descriptions specify a web app for key remapping and macros.
TravelKeychron Q2 Pro
  • •The Q2 Pro is a 65% keyboard and weighs 1489 g; the Q1 Ultra is 75% and weighs 1724 g.
  • •Both have 4000 mAh batteries and Bluetooth connectivity.
  • •The Q1 Ultra also supports 2.4 GHz, which is not listed for the Q2 Pro.
ModdingKeychron Q2 Pro
  • •The Q2 Pro lists QMK and VIA support, while the Q1 Ultra uses ZMK firmware and Keychron Launcher.
  • •The Q2 Pro is offered as a barebone kit without keycaps and switches, as well as a fully assembled version.
  • •Both keyboards are hot-swappable, and their vendor descriptions specify compatibility with common 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style switches.
Content CreationKeychron Q2 Pro
  • •The Q2 Pro vendor description says its programmable knob can be assigned to actions such as zooming, adjusting brush size, and selecting video clips or photos.
  • •Both keyboards have a rotary knob and a web app for remapping keys and creating macros.
  • •The Q2 Pro's 65% layout is more compact than the Q1 Ultra's 75% layout.

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