Keychron V1 HE vs Lemokey L1 HEFull Metal vs ABS

The Lemokey L1 HE is generally better for gaming due to its full metal body that reduces vibrations, a programmable roller and knob for quick adjustments, and additional foam layering for a more refined sound. Both keyboards feature rapid trigger and adjustable actuation, but the L1 HE also offers analog mode for deeper control in supported games.

The Keychron V1 HE has an ABS plastic case and an aluminum plate, making it lighter at 1031 g. The Lemokey L1 HE uses a full metal body and aluminum plate, resulting in a much heavier weight of 1977 g and a more premium, rigid feel. The L1 HE also includes screw-in stabilizers and multiple foam layers for enhanced acoustics.

Yes, both are hot-swappable and designed for magnetic switches. The Keychron V1 HE is compatible only with Keychron Ultra-fast Lime magnetic switches. The Lemokey L1 HE is compatible only with Gateron double-rail magnetic switches. Both are limited to switches sold on the respective brand's website.

The Keychron V1 HE is significantly more portable, weighing 1031 g compared to the Lemokey L1 HE's 1977 g. Both have wireless connectivity including 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth, but the V1 HE's lighter ABS case is easier to carry in a bag.

Yes, both keyboards support QMK firmware and the respective Keychron Launcher or Lemokey Launcher web apps for remapping keys and creating macros. The Lemokey L1 HE also has additional hardware controls like a programmable roller and knob that can be assigned to macro commands.

Yes, both support rapid trigger and adjustable actuation points. The Keychron V1 HE offers actuation from 0.2 to 3.8 mm with 0.1 mm sensitivity, while the Lemokey L1 HE also offers the same range and sensitivity. The V1 HE additionally claims 0.01 mm sensitivity for dynamic keystrokes.

The Keychron V1 HE uses OSA profile double-shot PBT keycaps. The Lemokey L1 HE uses Cherry profile double-shot PBT keycaps. Both offer oil resistance and durability, but the profiles differ in shape and height.

Both offer the same connectivity: 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.2, and Type-C wired. Both have a 1000 Hz polling rate in wired and 2.4 GHz modes, and 125 Hz in Bluetooth. They are equally matched in this area.

The Lemokey L1 HE is worth the higher price if you value a full metal chassis, screw-in stabilizers, advanced acoustic foam layering, and a programmable roller and knob. If you prioritize saving money and reducing weight for travel, the Keychron V1 HE offers similar gaming features in a lighter package.

Yes, both keyboards support macOS and Windows, and come with additional keycaps for both systems. They also feature a system toggle switch to easily change layouts between operating systems.

Both keyboards have a 4000 mAh rechargeable battery. The Keychron V1 HE offers up to 100 hours of wireless working time with backlight off, and the Lemokey L1 HE also states up to 100 hours under the same conditions.

Yes, both the Keychron V1 HE and the Lemokey L1 HE have north-facing RGB LEDs. They each offer over 22 preset backlight modes that can be customized via the respective Launcher web apps for hue, saturation, brightness, and effect speed.