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Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the Keychron Q15 Max and Keychron R5 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 Q15 Max QMK Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard - Image: 3
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Keychron R5 96% Wireless RGB Keyboard

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  • Released in 2024
  • Has Linear, Tactile, Clicky switch options
  • Available in a Unknown layout
  • Offers Ortholinear ergonomics
  • Comes with a knob
  • Supports VIA configuration
  • Includes screw-in stabilizers
  • Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
  • Weighs about 1232 g
  • Sized at 21 x 114 x 283 mm
  • Made with a Aluminum case
  • Released in 2026
  • Has Tactile, Linear switch options
  • Available in a 96% layout
  • Offers Normal ergonomics
  • Provides dedicated media keys
  • Connects via USB-C
  • Uses a Plate Mount mounting style
  • Made with a ABS case
Scores
  • Performance: 77.5
  • Build Quality: 86
  • Productivity: 91.8
  • Customizability: 96.3
  • Portability: 51.5
Scores
  • Performance: 79.2
  • Build Quality: 63.7
  • Productivity: 84.1
  • Customizability: 79.2
  • Portability: 54.2
Name
Keychron Q15 Max
Name
Keychron R5
Release year
2024
Release year
2026
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Switch Options
Tactile, Linear
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
Unknown
Layout Size
96%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Ergonomics
Ortholinear
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, 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
Plate 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
ABS
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
21 x 114 x 283 mm
Dimensions
-
Weight
1232g
Weight
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