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Compare Keychron Q2 vs Lemokey P1 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between two premium Keychron-family keyboards: the wired-only 65% Keychron Q2 and the wireless-capable 75% Lemokey P1. Both share a CNC aluminum body, gasket mount, hot-swappable switches, QMK/VIA support, and south-facing RGB. The decision is hard because the Q2 offers a smaller footprint and a double-gasket design for a unique typing feel, while the P1 adds Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz wireless, a 4000mAh battery, and an extra row of keys. You will pick based on whether desk space or wireless freedom matters more.

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Keychron Q2 QMK Custom Mechanical Keyboard
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Lemokey P1 QMK/VIA Custom Gaming Keyboard

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4.8 (481)
5.0 (10)
  • Released in 2021
  • Has Linear, Tactile, Clicky switch options
  • Available in a 65% layout
  • Built with the ANSI, ISO, JIS, ISO-DE, ISO-Nordic, ISO-UK, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-SW layout standard
  • Provides dedicated media keys
  • Supports Wired, Wired only connectivity
  • Weighs about 1645 g
  • Sized at 20 x 121 x 328 mm
  • Features PBT, ABS, keycaps
  • Released in 2024
  • Has Tactile, Linear, Clicky switch options
  • Available in a 75% layout
  • Built with the ANSI, ISO, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-UK layout standard
  • Features N-key rollover
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Equipped with a 4000 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 1650 g
  • Sized at 31 x 140 x 322 mm
  • Features PBT keycaps
Scores
  • Performance: 66.1
  • Build Quality: 90.3
  • Productivity: 95
  • Customizability: 99.8
  • Portability: 70.5
Scores
  • Performance: 81.9
  • Build Quality: 87.9
  • Productivity: 96.7
  • Customizability: 97.1
  • Portability: 80.8
Name
Keychron Q2
Name
Keychron Lemokey P1
Release year
2021
Release year
2024
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Switch Options
Tactile, Linear, Clicky
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
65%
Layout Size
75%
Layout Standard
ANSI, ISO, JIS, ISO-DE, ISO-Nordic, ISO-UK, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-SW
Layout Standard
ANSI, ISO, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-UK
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
1000 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
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, ABS,
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
20 x 121 x 328 mm
Dimensions
31 x 140 x 322 mm
Weight
1645g
Weight
1650g
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Pros and Trade-offs

If you want the smallest possible footprint and are willing to stay wired, the Keychron Q2 delivers a refined double-gasket typing feel and extensive modding options. If you need wireless freedom, a function row, and longer battery life, the Lemokey P1 is the clear choice for gaming and office productivity. Both keyboards are well-built, but your decision should be guided by whether a 65% wired board or a 75% wireless board better fits your daily setup.

Keychron Q2

  • +Double-gasket design with silicone pads between top and bottom case for reduced metal resonance
  • +Available in barebone kit for modders who want to supply their own switches and keycaps
  • +Steel plate provides a stiff, responsive typing feel
  • +Supports third-party stabilizers including Cherry and Durock
  • −Wired-only connectivity limits desk setup flexibility
  • −65% layout lacks dedicated function row and navigation keys
  • −Steel plate may feel too rigid for users who prefer a softer, flexier typing experience

Keychron Lemokey P1

  • +Wireless connectivity with Bluetooth 5.1, 2.4 GHz, and USB-C wired options
  • +4000mAh battery supports up to 200 hours of use without backlight
  • +75% layout with 81 keys includes a dedicated function row and navigation cluster
  • +Equipped with IXPE, PET, and absorbing foam layers for dampened sound
  • −PC plate may feel less stiff than the Q2's steel plate for some users
  • −Heavier than many portable boards at 1650g, reducing travel friendliness
  • −VIA code not yet automatically recognized, requires manual JSON file upload to remap keys

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Lemokey P1 wins for gaming and office use thanks to its wireless low-latency options and extra function row, while travel users benefit from its battery life and portability. The Keychron Q2 takes the modding category with its double-gasket structure and steel plate options. For programming and content creation, both keyboards are tied because they share the same QMK/VIA programmability and knob features, making either suitable for custom workflows.

GamingKeychron Lemokey P1
  • •Supports 2.4 GHz wireless with 1000 Hz polling and wired 1000 Hz polling for low latency
  • •Includes N-key rollover on both wireless and wired modes
  • •Uses exclusive Keychron Super switches with a 50-million-click lifespan
OfficeKeychron Lemokey P1
  • •75% layout with function row and 81 keys suits productivity workflows without a numpad
  • •Wireless connectivity (2.4 GHz and Bluetooth) allows a cleaner, cable-free desk
  • •Combination of IXPE, PET, and absorbing foam reduces keystroke noise for shared spaces
ProgrammingTie
  • •Both support QMK/VIA firmware for full key remapping and macro creation
  • •Both use gasket mount design and screw-in stabilizers for a stable typing feel
  • •Programmable knobs on both boards can adjust volume, zoom, or cursor commands
TravelKeychron Lemokey P1
  • •Wireless capability (Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz) eliminates cable dependency on the go
  • •4000mAh battery provides up to 200 hours of use with backlight off
  • •75% layout keeps function row accessible on a laptop-sized bag
ModdingKeychron Q2
  • •Double-gasket design includes silicone pads between top and bottom case for unique acoustics
  • •Steel plate offers a different feel and sound profile than the P1's PC plate
  • •Available as a barebone kit (no switches or keycaps) for custom builds
  • •Supports third-party stabilizers including Cherry or Durock
Content CreationTie
  • •Both have programmable knobs that can adjust brush size, screen brightness, or timeline zoom
  • •QMK/VIA firmware on both allows complex macro sequences for video or photo editing
  • •Compact layouts of both free up desk space for drawing tablets or monitors

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