Compare Keychron Q65 Max vs Neo 65 Sonic HE Differences Side by Side

Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the Keychron Q65 Max and Neo 65 Sonic HE 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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Main differences	Released in 2023 Has Linear, Tactile, Clicky switch options Comes with a knob Compatible with both Mac and Windows Connects via USB-C Features N-key rollover Includes screw-in stabilizers Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate Equipped with a 4000 mAh battery Weighs about 2420 g Sized at 34 x 121 x 363 mm Made with a Aluminum case Features PBT keycaps Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting	Released in 2025 Has Magnetic switch options Utilizes Hall effect sensors Supports Wired, Wired only connectivity Runs at a 8000 Hz polling rate Weighs about 1500 g Sized at 17 x 310 x 108 mm Made with a Aluminum, Steel, Brass case Offers No RGB lighting
Score	Scores Performance: 77.6 Build Quality: 88.2 Productivity: 94.1 Customizability: 97.3 Portability: 88.7	Scores Performance: 80.4 Build Quality: 91.5 Productivity: 66.3 Customizability: 84.6 Portability: 67.3
Name	Name Keychron Q65 Max	Name Neo 65 Sonic HE
Release year	Release year 2023	Release year 2025
Switch Options	Switch Options Linear, Tactile, Clicky	Switch Options Magnetic
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 65%	Layout Size 65%
Layout Standard	Layout Standard ANSI	Layout Standard ANSI
Layout Ergonomics	Layout Ergonomics Normal	Layout Ergonomics Normal
Knob Support	Knob Support	Knob Support
Display Support	Display Support	Display Support
Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys
USB-C	USB-C	USB-C
USB passthrough	USB passthrough	USB passthrough
Connection	Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless	Connection Wired, Wired only
Polling Rate	Polling Rate 1000 Hz	Polling Rate 8000 Hz
Battery capacity	Battery capacity 4000 mAh	Battery capacity -
Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support
QMK Support	QMK Support	QMK Support
VIA Support	VIA Support	VIA Support
VIAL Support	VIAL Support	VIAL Support
N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger
Mount Style	Mount Style Gasket Mount	Mount Style Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening
Backlight	Backlight Rgb, South-face	Backlight
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material Aluminum	Case Material Aluminum, Steel, Brass
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material PBT	Keycaps Material -
Dimensions	Dimensions 34 x 121 x 363 mm	Dimensions 17 x 310 x 108 mm
Weight	Weight 2420g	Weight 1500g