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Compare Keychron Q13 Max Alice vs Q14 Max Alice Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for users deciding between two nearly identical high-end wireless Alice keyboards from Keychron. The choice is difficult because both share the same core specs: CNC aluminum bodies, gasket mounts, extensive sound dampening, and triple connectivity. The decision hinges entirely on one major ergonomic difference: the Q14 Max features a southpaw design with the numpad on the left side, while the Q13 Max uses a more traditional right-side numpad layout.

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Keychron Q13 Max (Alice Layout) QMK Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard(US ANSI Layout)
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Keychron Q14 Max (Alice Layout) QMK Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard

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4.6 (21)
  • Has Tactile, Linear, Clicky switch options
  • Offers Alice ergonomics
  • Weighs about 2405 g
  • Sized at 33 x 157 x 447 mm
  • Has Linear, Tactile, Clicky switch options
  • Offers Southpaw ergonomics
  • Connects via USB-C
  • Weighs about 2450 g
  • Sized at 20 x 157 x 445 mm
Scores
  • Performance: 80.6
  • Build Quality: 86.4
  • Productivity: 95.3
  • Customizability: 96.6
  • Portability: 51.3
Scores
  • Performance: 80.9
  • Build Quality: 87
  • Productivity: 99.9
  • Customizability: 97.4
  • Portability: 56.9
Name
Keychron Q13 Max Alice
Name
Keychron Q14 Max Alice
Release year
2024
Release year
2024
Switch Options
Tactile, Linear, Clicky
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
96%
Layout Size
96%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Ergonomics
Alice
Layout Ergonomics
Southpaw
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, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
1000 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, South-face
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Aluminum
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
33 x 157 x 447 mm
Dimensions
20 x 157 x 445 mm
Weight
2405g
Weight
2450g
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Pros and Trade-offs

Select the Keychron Q13 Max if you prefer a standard keyboard layout with a right-side numpad and have no need to reclaim mouse space. Opt for the Keychron Q14 Max if you are a right-handed user who wants to keep your mouse closer by moving the numpad to the left side, and are willing to adapt to its non-mirrored key arrangement. All other technical and build quality aspects are effectively identical.

Keychron Q13 Max Alice

  • +Traditional right-side numpad layout may be easier for users with existing muscle memory.
  • +Features multiple layers of acoustic foam including IXPE, PET, and Latex for sound dampening.
  • +Includes KSA profile double-shot PBT keycaps that are oil-resistant.
  • +Hot-swappable PCB supports a wide variety of 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style switches.
  • +CNC machined 6063 aluminum case provides a solid, premium build.
  • −The right-side numpad consumes desk space that could be used for a mouse.
  • −Keycaps are not shine-through, limiting the usefulness of the south-facing RGB backlight.
  • −Extremely heavy at 2405g, limiting portability.

Keychron Q14 Max Alice

  • +Southpaw design places the numpad on the left, freeing up right-side desk space for a mouse.
  • +Shares the same enhanced acoustic foam package (IXPE, PET, Latex) as the Q13 Max.
  • +Also includes KSA double-shot PBT keycaps and a hot-swappable PCB.
  • +Identical CNC aluminum construction and double-gasket mount design.
  • +Left-side numpad can improve workflow for right-handed users who frequently use a mouse.
  • −The left-side numpad is not mirrored, requiring retraining of muscle memory for data entry.
  • −Also uses non-shine-through keycaps with south-facing RGB LEDs.
  • −Slightly heavier at 2450g than the Q13 Max.
  • −Some user reviews note that the stock stabilizers can be noisy.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Q14 Max wins in productivity-focused categories like Office, Programming, and Content Creation due to its space-saving southpaw layout that improves mouse accessibility. For Gaming and Modding, the keyboards are functionally tied, offering identical performance and customization potential. Both are equally impractical for Travel due to their substantial weight and size. The core decision is ergonomic: whether a left-side numpad benefits your specific workflow.

GamingTie
  • •Both offer a 1000 Hz polling rate over 2.4 GHz and wired modes for low latency.
  • •Both feature N-key rollover for simultaneous key presses.
  • •The identical 96% Alice layout provides a similar ergonomic foundation for both.
OfficeKeychron Q14 Max Alice
  • •The Q14 Max's southpaw layout frees up desk space on the right for a mouse or notepad.
  • •Both include Mac and Windows keycaps and system toggles for multi-OS environments.
  • •The shared 4000mAh battery and wireless connectivity support flexible desk setups.
ProgrammingKeychron Q14 Max Alice
  • •The left-side numpad on the Q14 Max allows the right hand to stay on the mouse while entering numbers or using navigation keys.
  • •Both support full QMK and VIA firmware for extensive key remapping and macro creation.
  • •The shared Alice layout can reduce strain during long coding sessions.
TravelTie
  • •Both are extremely heavy at over 2400g, making them unsuitable for frequent travel.
  • •They share the same large 96% footprint and dimensions.
  • •Wireless functionality is identical, but the weight is a significant portability drawback for both.
ModdingTie
  • •Both are hot-swappable for 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style switches.
  • •Both feature a gasket mount, polycarbonate plate, and screw-in stabilizers for easy modifications.
  • •Identical construction with multiple acoustic foam layers (IXPE, PET, Latex) allows for similar sound tuning.
Content CreationKeychron Q14 Max Alice
  • •The Q14 Max's southpaw design keeps the mouse closer for efficient editing workflows.
  • •Both support extensive macro programming via QMK for application shortcuts.
  • •The shared split spacebar and Alice layout can improve ergonomics during long creative sessions.

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