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Compare Keychron Q3 vs Lemokey P1 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between a wired tenkeyless (80%) keyboard and a wireless 75% gaming-focused board that also offers strong typing features. Both are full aluminum, QMK/VIA compatible, and hot-swappable, but differ sharply in connectivity, layout size, and plate materials. The Keychron Q3 has a steel plate and double-gasket design for a distinct feel, while the Lemokey P1 brings a 4000mAh battery, polycarbonate plate, and upgraded acoustic foams. The decision is hard because both excel at customization but target different desktop setups and use cases.

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Keychron Q3 QMK Custom Mechanical Keyboard
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Lemokey P1 QMK/VIA Custom Gaming Keyboard

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4.7 (319)
5.0 (10)
  • Released in 2022
  • Has Linear, Tactile, Clicky, Silent switch options
  • Available in a 80% layout
  • Built with the ANSI, ISO, JIS, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-SW, ISO-UK layout standard
  • Provides dedicated media keys
  • Supports Wired, Wired only, connectivity
  • Weighs about 2000 g
  • Sized at 20 x 137 x 365 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: 71.7
  • Build Quality: 91
  • Productivity: 97.4
  • Customizability: 99.6
  • Portability: 57.4
Scores
  • Performance: 81.9
  • Build Quality: 87.9
  • Productivity: 96.7
  • Customizability: 97.1
  • Portability: 81.2
Name
Keychron Q3
Name
Keychron Lemokey P1
Release year
2022
Release year
2024
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky, Silent
Switch Options
Tactile, Linear, Clicky
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
80%
Layout Size
75%
Layout Standard
ANSI, ISO, JIS, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-SW, ISO-UK
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 137 x 365 mm
Dimensions
31 x 140 x 322 mm
Weight
2000g
Weight
1650g
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Pros and Trade-offs

If you want a wired, stiff-typing tenkeyless for programming or content creation, the Keychron Q3 is your choice. If you need wireless connectivity for gaming on the go or a more compact desk setup, the Lemokey P1 delivers with a lighter build and longer battery life. Both are premium aluminum keyboards with strong customization options, so your final pick should match your preferred layout and connectivity needs.

Keychron Q3

  • +Tenkeyless 80% layout with dedicated function row and navigation cluster
  • +Double-gasket design with silicone pads between top and bottom cases to reduce acoustic resonance
  • +Steel plate contributes to a stiff, responsive typing feel
  • +Available in six ISO layout variants including DE, UK, Nordic, and Swiss
  • +Comes with OSA profile ABS backlight shine-through keycaps
  • −Wired only connectivity limits placement flexibility
  • −Heavier at 2000g, making it less portable than the P1
  • −Exposed to potential keycap shine over time with ABS material

Keychron Lemokey P1

  • +Supports wireless 2.4 GHz (1000 Hz) and Bluetooth (90 Hz) plus wired mode
  • +4000mAh battery enables up to 200 hours of use without backlight
  • +Compact 75% layout saves desk space while retaining function row
  • +Enhanced acoustic foam layers (IXPE, PET, absorbing foam) for dampened sound
  • +Double-shot PBT keycaps are durable and oil-resistant
  • −75% layout omits some navigation keys present on the Q3's TKL layout
  • −Non-backlight shine-through double-shot PBT keycaps reduce direct RGB visibility
  • −VIA support requires downloading a JSON file as it is not yet auto-recognized
  • −Bluetooth polling is limited to 90 Hz, not ideal for competitive gaming in BT mode

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

For gaming and travel, the Lemokey P1 wins with wireless flexibility, a compact 75% layout, and a lighter weight. The Keychron Q3 takes programming and content creation due to its tenkeyless layout, steel plate rigidity, and navigation keys. In office and modding scenarios, they tie as both offer premium aluminum builds, QMK/VIA support, and hot-swap sockets. Your choice depends on whether you prioritize a wired TKL with a stiffer feel or a wireless 75% with portability and acoustic foam.

GamingKeychron Lemokey P1
  • •Supports 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth for low-latency gaming flexibility
  • •Includes a 4000mAh battery for extended wireless sessions
  • •Comes with Keychron Super switches rated for 50 million clicks
  • •Designed with enhanced acoustic foams (IXPE, PET, absorbing foam) for a dampened sound
OfficeTie
  • •Both offer full aluminum CNC machined cases for a premium, durable feel
  • •Each supports QMK/VIA for custom macro and key remapping tailored to workflow
  • •Both have south-facing RGB and screw-in stabilizers for a clean typing experience
ProgrammingKeychron Q3
  • •Tenkeyless 80% layout retains function row and navigation cluster, useful for coding shortcuts
  • •Steel plate and double-gasket design provide a stiff, responsive typing feel preferred by many programmers
  • •Available in multiple ISO layouts (DE, UK, Nordic, FR, ES, Swiss) for regional typing needs
TravelKeychron Lemokey P1
  • •75% layout is more compact (322 x 140 mm) than the Q3 (365 x 137 mm), fitting better in bags
  • •Weighs 1650g (wireless version), lighter than the Q3's 2000g
  • •Supports wireless modes (Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz) for use without cable tethers
ModdingTie
  • •Both are hot-swappable with 3-pin and 5-pin MX switch compatibility
  • •Each supports QMK/VIA firmware for deep keymap customization
  • •Both include screw-in PCB stabilizers for easy upgrade to third-party stabilizers
Content CreationKeychron Q3
  • •Tenkeyless layout with dedicated navigation keys benefits video/photo editing workflows
  • •Steel plate and double-gasket design reduce acoustic resonance, producing a cleaner typing sound for recordings
  • •Programmable knob can be mapped to zoom, brush size, or timeline scrubbing via VIA

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