Keychron Q65 vs Lemokey P1: Wired vs Wireless 65%

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This comparison is for buyers torn between two premium Keychron keyboards that share a similar gasket-mounted aluminum build but differ in layout and connectivity. The Q65 offers a distinctive 65% layout with a macro column and a programmable knob, all in a wired-only package. The Lemokey P1, under Keychron's gaming sub-brand, provides a standard 75% layout with the option for wireless connectivity via Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz. The decision centers on whether the extra macro keys and compact footprint of the Q65 matter more than the wireless freedom and enhanced acoustic foam of the P1.

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Rating	4.5 stars (4 reviews)	5.0 stars (10 reviews)
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Main differences	Released in 2022 Available in a 65% layout Built with the ANSI layout standard Supports Wired, Wired only connectivity Weighs about 2420 g Sized at 34 x 121 x 363 mm	Released in 2024 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
Score	Scores Performance: 66.6 Build Quality: 88.7 Productivity: 95 Customizability: 97.6 Portability: 70.7	Scores Performance: 83.4 Build Quality: 88.5 Productivity: 97.4 Customizability: 97.1 Portability: 78.9
Name	Name Keychron Q65	Name Keychron Lemokey P1
Release year	Release year 2022	Release year 2024
Switch Options	Switch Options Linear, Tactile, Clicky	Switch Options Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 65%	Layout Size 75%
Layout Standard	Layout Standard ANSI	Layout Standard ANSI, ISO, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-UK
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 Wired, Wired only	Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate	Polling Rate 1000 Hz	Polling Rate 1000 Hz
Battery capacity	Battery capacity -	Battery capacity 4000 mAh
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 Rgb, South-face
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material Aluminum	Case Material Aluminum
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material PBT	Keycaps Material PBT
Dimensions	Dimensions 34 x 121 x 363 mm	Dimensions 31 x 140 x 322 mm
Weight	Weight 2420g	Weight 1650g

Keychron Q65 QMK Custom Mechanical Keyboard

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4.5 stars (4 reviews)

5.0 stars (10 reviews)

Released in 2022
Available in a 65% layout
Built with the ANSI layout standard
Supports Wired, Wired only connectivity
Weighs about 2420 g
Sized at 34 x 121 x 363 mm

Released in 2024
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

Scores

Performance: 66.6
Build Quality: 88.7
Productivity: 95
Customizability: 97.6
Portability: 70.7

Scores

Performance: 83.4
Build Quality: 88.5
Productivity: 97.4
Customizability: 97.1
Portability: 78.9

Name

Keychron Q65

Name

Keychron Lemokey P1

Release year

2022

Release year

2024

Switch Options

Linear, Tactile, Clicky

Switch Options

Linear, Tactile, Clicky

Profile

Normal Profile

Profile

Normal Profile

Hot Swappable

Layout Size

65%

Layout Size

75%

Layout Standard

ANSI

Layout Standard

ANSI, ISO, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-UK

Layout Ergonomics

Normal

Layout Ergonomics

Normal

Knob Support

Display Support

Mac/Win Support

Multi-Media Keys

USB-C

USB passthrough

Connection

Wired, Wired only

Connection

Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless

Polling Rate

1000 Hz

Polling Rate

1000 Hz

Battery capacity

4000 mAh

Hall Effect Support

QMK Support

VIA Support

VIAL Support

N-Key Rollover

Rapid Trigger

Mount Style

Gasket Mount

Mount Style

Gasket Mount

Screw in Stabilizers

Sound Dampening

Backlight

Rgb, South-face

Backlight

Rgb, South-face

Case Colors

Case Material

Aluminum

Case Material

Aluminum

Keycaps Material

PBT

Keycaps Material

PBT

Dimensions

34 x 121 x 363 mm

Dimensions

31 x 140 x 322 mm

Weight

2420g

Weight

1650g

Pros and Trade-offs

For users who prioritize wireless freedom and a lighter build for travel or gaming, the Lemokey P1 is the clear choice. If you value a unique layout with built-in macro keys and a robust wired connection for a stable desk setup, the Keychron Q65 offers a more specialized form factor. The decision ultimately comes down to whether you need the portability and wireless versatility of the P1 or the extra macro keys and distinct layout of the Q65.

Keychron Q65

+Unique 65% layout with an extra column of macro keys for enhanced productivity.
+Double-gasket design with silicone pads between cases to reduce acoustic resonance.
+Programmable knob and QMK/VIA support for extensive customization.
+Solid 2420g weight provides a very stable typing platform.
+Steel plate for a firm typing feel.

−Wired-only connectivity limits placement options and adds cable clutter.
−Heavier at 2420g, making it less portable.
−Steel plate may feel too stiff for some users who prefer a softer typing experience.
−Large dimensions (363 x 121 mm) compared to the P1.

Keychron Lemokey P1

+Wireless connectivity via 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth with a large 4000mAh battery.
+Lighter weight at 1650g, more travel-friendly.
+Enhanced acoustic foams (IXPE, PET, absorbing foam) for a dampened typing sound.
+PC plate offers more flex than a steel plate.
+Marketed as a gaming keyboard with a dedicated macro column.

−Standard 75% layout lacks the unique macro column found on the Q65.
−Typing angle is slightly shallower at 5.5 degrees.
−Fully Assembled version does not include the more unique macro column of the Q65.
−The P1's PC plate may feel too flexible for some users accustomed to stiffer plates.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Lemokey P1 takes the win for gaming and travel thanks to its wireless capabilities and lighter weight. The Keychron Q65 leads in office, programming, modding, and content creation use cases due to its unique layout that adds macro keys without significantly increasing the footprint. Both keyboards are strong contenders for modding and productivity, but the Q65's extra column of keys gives it a specific advantage for users who need quick access to macros or shortcuts.

GamingKeychron Lemokey P1

•The Lemokey P1 is marketed as a gaming keyboard with a 75% layout and dedicated macro column.
•It offers wireless connectivity options (2.4 GHz and Bluetooth) with a 1000 Hz polling rate in 2.4 GHz mode.
•The P1 features a PC plate and enhanced acoustic foams (IXPE, PET, absorbing foam) for a dampened sound profile.

OfficeKeychron Q65

•The Q65's unique 65% layout includes an extra column of macro keys for productivity shortcuts.
•It has a slightly larger typing angle of 6.5 degrees (compared to P1's 5.5 degrees) which can be more comfortable for typing.
•The Q65 uses a steel plate and double-gasket design, which may provide a different typing feel preferred for office work.

ProgrammingKeychron Q65

•The Q65's extra column of macro keys can be programmed via QMK/VIA for IDE shortcuts or complex code snippets.
•Its compact 65% layout with macro keys offers a unique balance of desk space and extra functionality.

TravelKeychron Lemokey P1

•The Lemokey P1 weighs 1650g, significantly less than the Q65 at 2420g, making it easier to transport.
•The P1 offers wireless connectivity (2.4 GHz and Bluetooth) and has a 4000mAh battery, eliminating the need for a wired connection.
•The P1's smaller footprint (322 x 140 mm) compared to the Q65 (363 x 121 mm) makes it more space-efficient in a bag.

ModdingKeychron Q65

•The Q65 has a higher customizability score and includes a steel plate, which is a common modding target.
•Its double-gasket design is a unique structure that modders may want to experiment with or adjust.
•The Q65's extra macro column provides a different chassis for building creative custom layouts.

Content CreationKeychron Q65

•The Q65's programmable knob and macro keys can be assigned to frequently used editing commands like zooming in/out or adjusting brush size.
•Its compact 65% layout frees up desk space for a drawing tablet or other creative peripherals.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The Lemokey P1 is explicitly marketed as a gaming keyboard, offering wireless connectivity via 2.4 GHz (with 1000 Hz polling) and Bluetooth. It also includes enhanced acoustic foams and a PC plate for a dampened sound and flexible feel, features geared towards gamers. The Q65 is wired-only and uses a steel plate, which some gamers may find too stiff, but its 1000 Hz polling rate still provides low latency for competitive play.