Keychron Q65 Max vs Lemokey P2 HE

The Keychron Q65 Max is likely better for office use due to its double gasket design, which includes silicone pads between the top and bottom cases to reduce acoustic resonance. In contrast, the Lemokey P2 HE uses 3 mm thick acoustic foam, EPDM foam, and PET film for sound dampening, which also reduces vibrations but may have a different acoustic profile.

No, the Lemokey P2 HE is compatible exclusively with Gateron double-rail magnetic switches. The product description explicitly states it does not support other magnetic switches such as the Gateron Magnetic Jade or Gateron KS-20 Magnetic switches. The Keychron Q65 Max, on the other hand, supports both 3 pin and 5 pin MX mechanical switches.

Yes, both keyboards support VIA. The Keychron Q65 Max is listed with VIA support. The Lemokey P2 HE also supports VIA, though its VIA code may require a manual JSON file upload for full recognition as noted in its product description.

The Lemokey P2 HE is more portable, weighing 1430g compared to the Q65 Max's 2420g. It also has smaller dimensions (317.65 x 116.14 mm versus 363 x 121 mm) and features a screwless magnetic latch design for easier disassembly.

South-facing RGB LEDs on the Keychron Q65 Max are designed to better illuminate the keyboard backlight from the typist's angle. This is particularly beneficial when using non-shine-through PBT keycaps, as it reduces glare and provides a more uniform lighting effect.

Yes, the Lemokey P2 HE includes a programmable aluminum rotary encoder. You can customize the knob to perform commands like zooming in/out, adjusting screen brightness, or volume control via the Lemokey Launcher web app.

Both keyboards have a 4000 mAh rechargeable li-polymer battery. The Keychron Q65 Max offers up to 180 hours of wireless working time with backlight off and up to 100 hours with RGB at lowest brightness. The Lemokey P2 HE offers up to 100 hours with backlight off.

Yes, both keyboards support macOS, Windows, and Linux. The Keychron Q65 Max includes a system toggle and an additional set of customized keycaps for both Windows and macOS. The Lemokey P2 HE also comes with extra complimentary keycaps for customization.

Both the Keychron Q65 Max and the Lemokey P2 HE offer a 1000 Hz polling rate on their 2.4 GHz and wired connections. On Bluetooth, the Q65 Max runs at 90 Hz, while the P2 HE runs at 125 Hz.

The Keychron Q65 Max is generally better for modding due to its double gasket design with silicone pads and steel plate, offering more avenues for acoustic tuning. It also supports a wider range of switches (3 pin and 5 pin MX) and includes a barebone kit option, whereas the P2 HE only supports specific magnetic switches.

Yes, the Lemokey P2 HE features dynamic rapid trigger, which allows keys to be activated or deactivated based on travel distance rather than fixed points. This enables instant repetition of keystrokes, making it beneficial for fast-paced gaming.

Both keyboards feature screw-in PCB stabilizers. The Keychron Q65 Max's stabilizers have a screw-in design for stability and support third-party screw-in stabilizers. The Lemokey P2 HE uses upgraded stabilizers with reinforced sidewalls around the stem for improved stability on larger keys.