Keychron V1 Max vs Redragon UCAL K673 Pro
Get the Keychron V1 Max for QMK/VIA remapping, ISO layouts and its specified 1000 Hz polling rate, or the Redragon UCAL K673 Pro for five-layer noise dampening and its dedicated dongle storage.
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Which one should you get?
Get the
Keychron V1 Max
QMK
Build quality in the top 5% of 75% boards under $100.
- QMK/VIA support for key remapping and macros.
- ISO layout options, including German, UK, Nordic, Swiss, Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese variants.
- Polycarbonate plate and a specified 1000 Hz polling rate for 2.4 GHz and wired use.
- South-facing LEDs. Shine-through legends stay dark, and some sculpted keycaps can clip the LED.
Get the
Redragon UCAL K673 Pro
Build quality in the bottom 45% of 75% boards under $100.
- Five named dampening layers: 3.5 mm PO foam, IXPE switch foam, PET sound pad, bottom socket foam and silicone bottom pad.
- A storage socket for the 2.4 GHz receiver.
- No ISO layout. ISO-DE, UK, and other ISO variants are not offered.
Get the Keychron V1 Max for QMK/VIA customization, ISO choices and a specified 1000 Hz polling rate that the Redragon listing does not provide. Choose the Redragon UCAL K673 Pro if its five-layer dampening stack and receiver storage matter more to you. If you need an ISO layout, the Keychron is the option of these two that meets that requirement.
The differences that matter
Skip the 40-row spec sheet. These are the specs that change how each board feels, sounds, and fits your desk.
Keychron V1 Max
Redragon UCAL K673 Pro
Case material
ABS, Plastic
Plastic
Switch options
Clicky, Linear, Tactile
Linear
Mount style
Gasket Mount, Plate Mount
Gasket Mount
Weight
770 g
1,200 g
Heavier boards stay planted and lighter ones travel
QMK
Yes
No
The deep option when you want to remap every key
- Keychron V1 Max
- Redragon UCAL K673 Pro
- Performance
- 8365
- Build quality
- 8662
- Productivity
- 9769
- Customizability
- 9858
- Portability
- 7875
- Layout size: 75%
- Connection: Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
- Hot-swappable
- Battery: 4,000 mAh
- Knob
- Sound dampening
What will you mostly use it for?
The V1 Max leads across these categories on the basis of its specified polling rate, firmware options, ISO availability and lighter listed weight. Its programming and modding advantages are especially clear for buyers who want to change key behavior or switches. The K673 Pro remains a plausible choice if the named layers of noise dampening or its wireless-receiver storage suit your setup. Both are 75% gasket-mount boards with hot-swap support.
Pick the Keychron V1 Max
- The V1 Max specifies a 1000 Hz polling rate for 2.4 GHz and wired connections.
- Its vendor description lists linear, tactile and clicky Gateron Jupiter switch options for the fully assembled version.
Keychron V1 Max vs Redragon UCAL K673 Pro specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
14 of 27 specs differ
Keychron V1 Max
Redragon UCAL K673 Pro
Switch options
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Sound dampening
Screw-in stabilizers
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Knob
Display
Media keys
Connection
Max polling rate
Battery
USB-C
Case material
Plate material
Keycaps
Weight
Dimensions
Typing angle
Backlight
QMK
VIA
N-key rollover
Mac & Windows
Released
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ISO layouts by store
Which stores sell ISO-DE, UK, and the other regional layouts.
Keychron V1 Max
- Go to Keychron
Keychron
ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW
Out of stockShips to you
- Go to Keychron (DE)
Keychron (DE)
ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-IT, ISO-SW, ISO-PT
In stockDoes not ship to you
Redragon UCAL K673 Pro
No ISO layout at the stores we track.
Keychron V1 Max vs Redragon UCAL K673 Pro: your questions
The V1 Max specifies 1000 Hz polling for 2.4 GHz and wired connections. The K673 Pro listing identifies linear red switches but does not specify a polling rate.
Yes. Its layout options include several ISO variants as well as ANSI, including German, UK, Nordic, Swiss, Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese. The compatibility note also warns that its south-facing LEDs can affect some shine-through or sculpted keycaps.
The vendor product page lists US-ANSI, ES-ISO, DE-ISO and UK-ISO versions. However, the product's compatibility rule says ISO layouts are not offered, so buyers who require ISO should confirm availability before purchasing.
The V1 Max lists QMK and VIA support, and Keychron describes remapping keys, macros and shortcuts. Its Launcher is a web configurator, with the vendor specifying wired mode for connecting the keyboard to the device.
Both keyboards are hot-swappable. Keychron specifies support for 3-pin and 5-pin MX mechanical switches, while Redragon describes its socket as compatible with nearly all 3-pin and 5-pin switches.
The V1 Max metadata lists linear, tactile and clicky switch types, and its vendor page names Gateron Jupiter Red, Brown and Banana options for assembled versions. The K673 Pro is listed with linear red switches.
Redragon names five dampening materials or layers, including PO foam, IXPE switch foam, PET sound pad and a silicone bottom pad. The V1 Max lists sound dampening and its vendor describes sound-absorbing foam, but does not give the same layer breakdown.
The V1 Max is listed at 770 g, while the K673 Pro is listed at 1200 g. Both have Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity.
Keychron says its Bluetooth connection can connect to three devices. The keyboard also supports 2.4 GHz and wired connections.
Yes. Redragon describes a dongle socket that keeps the 2.4 GHz receiver stored on the keyboard. The product also supports Bluetooth and USB-C wired connections.
Both are listed as 75% keyboards with gasket mounting. Redragon also describes its gasket structure as using precision-locked covers rather than traditional screw fixing.
The V1 Max offers QMK/VIA, multiple listed switch types and a polycarbonate plate. The K673 Pro is hot-swappable and has Redragon software for modes, effects, macros and keybindings.
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