Keychron V1 Ultra vs P1 Pro: Wireless 8K vs Aluminum Build

Compare Keychron V1 Ultra vs Lemokey P1 Pro Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between two high-end 75% Keychron models with different core philosophies. The V1 Ultra prioritizes cutting-edge wireless performance with an 8000Hz polling rate and long battery life in a plastic case, while the P1 Pro offers a substantial, fully CNC-machined aluminum body at a heavier weight. The decision is difficult because both share a gasket mount, hot-swappable PCB, PBT keycaps, and support for QMK/VIA, forcing a choice between ultimate wireless speed and premium metal construction.

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Main differences	Released in 2026 Has Tactile, Linear, Clicky switch options Available in a 75% layout Built with the ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO, ANSI layout standard Comes with a knob Compatible with both Mac and Windows Provides dedicated media keys Supports QMK firmware Supports VIA configuration Features N-key rollover Runs at a 8000 Hz polling rate Equipped with a 4000 mAh battery Weighs about 770 g Sized at 29 x 329 x 149 mm Made with a Plastic, ABS case Offers Yes, Rgb, White, South-face, Rgb South-face, White South-face RGB lighting	Released in 2025 Built with the ISO-DE, ISO layout standard Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate Weighs about 1650 g Made with a Aluminum case Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting
Score	Scores Performance: 91 Build Quality: 83.9 Productivity: 97.9 Customizability: 95.2 Portability: 79.9	Scores Performance: 58.2 Build Quality: 76.1 Productivity: 66.3 Customizability: 63 Portability: 50.6
Name	Name Keychron V1 Ultra	Name Keychron Lemokey P1 Pro
Release year	Release year 2026	Release year 2025
Switch Options	Switch Options Tactile, Linear, Clicky	Switch Options -
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 75%	Layout Size Unknown
Layout Standard	Layout Standard ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO, ANSI	Layout Standard ISO-DE, ISO
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 Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate	Polling Rate 8000 Hz	Polling Rate 1000 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, White, South-face, White South-face	Backlight Rgb, South-face
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material Plastic, ABS	Case Material Aluminum
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material PBT	Keycaps Material PBT
Dimensions	Dimensions 29 x 329 x 149 mm	Dimensions -
Weight	Weight 770g	Weight 1650g

Keychron V1 Ultra 8K Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard ISO Layout Collection

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Released in 2026
Has Tactile, Linear, Clicky switch options
Available in a 75% layout
Built with the ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO, ANSI layout standard
Comes with a knob
Compatible with both Mac and Windows
Provides dedicated media keys
Supports QMK firmware
Supports VIA configuration
Features N-key rollover
Runs at a 8000 Hz polling rate
Equipped with a 4000 mAh battery
Weighs about 770 g
Sized at 29 x 329 x 149 mm
Made with a Plastic, ABS case
Offers Yes, Rgb, White, South-face, Rgb South-face, White South-face RGB lighting

Released in 2025
Built with the ISO-DE, ISO layout standard
Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate
Weighs about 1650 g
Made with a Aluminum case
Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting

Scores

Performance: 91
Build Quality: 83.9
Productivity: 97.9
Customizability: 95.2
Portability: 79.9

Scores

Performance: 58.2
Build Quality: 76.1
Productivity: 66.3
Customizability: 63
Portability: 50.6

Name

Keychron V1 Ultra

Name

Keychron Lemokey P1 Pro

Release year

2026

Release year

2025

Switch Options

Tactile, Linear, Clicky

Switch Options

Profile

Normal Profile

Profile

Normal Profile

Hot Swappable

Layout Size

75%

Layout Size

Unknown

Layout Standard

ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO, ANSI

Layout Standard

ISO-DE, ISO

Layout Ergonomics

Normal

Layout Ergonomics

Normal

Knob Support

Display Support

Mac/Win Support

Multi-Media Keys

USB-C

USB passthrough

Connection

Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless

Connection

Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless

Polling Rate

8000 Hz

Polling Rate

1000 Hz

Battery capacity

4000 mAh

Battery capacity

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, White, South-face, White South-face

Backlight

Rgb, South-face

Case Colors

Case Material

Plastic, ABS

Case Material

Aluminum

Keycaps Material

PBT

Keycaps Material

PBT

Dimensions

29 x 329 x 149 mm

Dimensions

Weight

770g

Weight

1650g

Pros and Trade-offs

Your priority should dictate the choice. For the fastest possible wireless performance, long battery life, and a lighter keyboard, the Keychron V1 Ultra is the recommended option. If a premium, heavyweight aluminum chassis is your absolute top requirement and you can accept a standard 1000Hz polling rate, the P1 Pro is the alternative, though its availability is currently unclear. For most users, the V1 Ultra's modern feature set offers more practical benefits.

Keychron V1 Ultra

+8000Hz polling rate in both wired and 2.4GHz wireless modes for minimal input lag.
+Long 660-hour wireless battery life (backlight off) and a 4000mAh battery.
+Lighter weight (770g) and plastic construction for easier portability.
+Includes multiple foam layers (sound absorbing, PET film, EPDM, bottom case acoustic) for sound dampening.
+Web-based Keychron Launcher for programming with per-key and mix RGB lighting zones.

−Case is constructed from plastic (ABS), not metal.
−No vendor stock or pricing information was available at the time of comparison, indicating potential availability issues.
−The 4° typing angle is fixed, with no adjustable feet mentioned in the provided specs.

Keychron Lemokey P1 Pro

+Case is fully CNC-machined aluminum, offering a premium, rigid build.
+Heavier construction (1650g) provides substantial desk presence and stability.
+Vendor description confirms it includes acoustic foam and damping inside.
+Offers ISO layout support (ISO-DE, ISO) in addition to ANSI, according to its metadata.

−Maximum polling rate is 1000Hz, lower than the V1 Ultra's 8000Hz.
−Very heavy at 1650g, making it less portable.
−No battery capacity or battery life information is provided in the available data.
−Was listed with zero vendors in stock and no price range, suggesting it may be difficult to purchase.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The V1 Ultra is the clear choice for gaming, office use, travel, and content creation, primarily due to its high 8K polling rate, exceptional battery life, and lighter weight. The P1 Pro's heavier aluminum build does not confer a decisive advantage in any specific use case over the V1 Ultra's feature set. For programming and modding, the keyboards are evenly matched, sharing core customization features like hot-swap sockets and QMK/VIA support.

GamingKeychron V1 Ultra

•The V1 Ultra offers an 8000Hz polling rate in both wired and 2.4GHz wireless modes, compared to the P1 Pro's 1000Hz.
•Its lighter plastic case (770g) may be easier to reposition quickly during gameplay than the P1 Pro's 1650g aluminum chassis.
•The manufacturer states the 8K polling rate makes latency 'hardly noticeable even in competitive games'.

OfficeKeychron V1 Ultra

•The V1 Ultra's listed 660-hour battery life with backlight off supports extended wireless use between charges.
•It includes Mac and Windows keycaps and a system toggle, which the vendor description highlights for cross-platform compatibility.
•Its lighter weight makes it easier to transport between workspaces or for hybrid work setups.

ProgrammingTie

•Both keyboards are hot-swappable and support QMK and VIA for deep key remapping and macro programming.
•Both use a 75% layout, preserving arrow keys and function row while saving desk space.
•Both feature south-facing RGB LEDs, which are compatible with Cherry-profile keycaps often used by enthusiasts.

TravelKeychron V1 Ultra

•The V1 Ultra is significantly lighter at 770g versus the P1 Pro's 1650g.
•Its plastic case is described by the manufacturer as 'lightweight' and 'for easy portability'.
•The long 660-hour battery life reduces the need to carry a charging cable.

ModdingTie

•Both have hot-swappable PCBs compatible with 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style switches.
•Both support QMK and VIA firmware for software customization.
•Both feature a gasket mount design and polycarbonate plate, allowing for tuning of typing feel and sound.

Content CreationKeychron V1 Ultra

•The V1 Ultra's Keychron Launcher web app allows for per-key RGB and mix RGB zone customization, which the vendor page details for creative lighting setups.
•The ability to connect via Bluetooth to three devices, as stated in its description, aids in multitasking across systems.
•The integrated knob on both models provides quick media control, but the V1 Ultra's lighter build may be preferable for desk setups that change frequently.

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