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Compare Keychron V1 vs V6 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between Keychron's compact and full-size wired custom keyboards. Both the V1 and V6 share core features like QMK/VIA programmability, hot-swap sockets, and screw-in stabilizers, making the choice difficult. The decision ultimately hinges on whether you prioritize desk space savings and a gasket mount or require a full number pad and arrow keys.

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Keychron V1 QMK Custom Mechanical Keyboard
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Keychron V6 QMK Custom Mechanical Keyboard ISO Layout Collection

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  • Available in a 75% layout
  • Built with the ANSI, ISO, JIS, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-UK, ISO-NO layout standard
  • Weighs about 995 g
  • Sized at 18 x 149 x 329 mm
  • Features PBT, ABS, keycaps
  • Available in a 100% layout
  • Built with the ISO, JIS, ANSI, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-UK layout standard
  • Weighs about 1360 g
  • Sized at 19 x 141 x 448 mm
  • Features ABS, PBT keycaps
Scores
  • Performance: 90.8
  • Build Quality: 89.2
  • Productivity: 97.9
  • Customizability: 99.5
  • Portability: 64.7
Scores
  • Performance: 90.6
  • Build Quality: 89.1
  • Productivity: 97.8
  • Customizability: 99.4
  • Portability: 46.9
Name
Keychron V1
Name
Keychron V6
Release year
2022
Release year
2022
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Switch Options
Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
75%
Layout Size
100%
Layout Standard
ANSI, ISO, JIS, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-UK, ISO-NO
Layout Standard
ISO, JIS, ANSI, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-UK
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Display Support
 
Display Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
USB-C
 
USB-C
 
USB passthrough
 
USB passthrough
 
Connection
Wired, Wired only
Connection
Wired, Wired only
Polling Rate
1000 Hz;8000 Hz
Polling Rate
1000 Hz;8000 Hz
Battery capacity
-
Battery capacity
-
Hall Effect Support
 
Hall Effect Support
 
QMK Support
 
QMK Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIAL Support
 
VIAL Support
 
N-Key Rollover
 
N-Key Rollover
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Mount Style
Tray Mount
Mount Style
Tray Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face, White, White South-face
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face, White, White South-face
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Plastic, ABS
Case Material
Plastic, ABS
Keycaps Material
PBT, ABS,
Keycaps Material
ABS, PBT
Dimensions
18 x 149 x 329 mm
Dimensions
19 x 141 x 448 mm
Weight
995g
Weight
1360g
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Pros and Trade-offs

Your need for a number pad is the deciding factor. Choose the Keychron V6 if your workflow relies heavily on numerical input and you prefer a traditional full-size layout. Opt for the Keychron V1 if you want to reclaim desk space, value a higher polling rate for gaming, or want more flexibility in mounting styles and plate materials for modding. Both are superb entry points into custom keyboards.

Keychron V1

  • +Compact 75% layout saves significant desk space.
  • +Offers a gasket mount style in addition to tray and plate mount.
  • +Has a higher maximum polling rate of 8000 Hz.
  • +Lighter weight (995g) and smaller footprint for portability.
  • +Includes a polycarbonate plate material option.
  • −Lacks a dedicated number pad and some navigation keys.
  • −Wired-only connectivity limits placement flexibility.
  • −Uses a tray mount design according to the manufacturer's spec sheet.

Keychron V6

  • +Full 100% layout includes a dedicated number pad.
  • +Ideal for data entry, accounting, and extensive numerical work.
  • +Shares high customizability features like QMK, VIA, and hot-swap.
  • +Includes screw-in PCB stabilizers for a stable typing experience.
  • −Larger and heavier (1350g), taking up more desk space.
  • −Only lists a tray mount style, without a gasket mount option.
  • −Wired-only connectivity.
  • −Only offers a steel plate material.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The V6 is the clear choice for office work and content creation where a number pad is non-negotiable. The V1 wins for gaming, due to its higher polling rate and space-saving design, and for travel due to its smaller size and weight. For programming and modding, both are excellent, with the V1 having a slight edge in modding due to its additional mounting and plate options.

GamingKeychron V1
  • •The V1 offers a higher maximum polling rate of 8000 Hz, compared to the V6's 1000 Hz.
  • •Its 75% layout provides more mousepad space for low-sensitivity gaming.
  • •The V1 is listed as supporting a gasket mount style, which can offer a softer typing feel.
OfficeKeychron V6
  • •The V6's 100% layout includes a dedicated number pad, essential for data entry.
  • •Its full-size layout provides dedicated navigation and function keys without layers.
  • •Both keyboards include Mac and Windows keycaps and a system toggle for shared workspaces.
ProgrammingTie
  • •Both support QMK and VIA for extensive key remapping and macro creation.
  • •Both feature hot-swappable PCBs for trying different switch types.
  • •The choice depends on personal preference for a compact (V1) or full-size (V6) layout.
TravelKeychron V1
  • •The V1 is significantly smaller (328 x 148 mm) and lighter (995g) than the V6 (448 x 141 mm, 1350g).
  • •Its 75% layout is more portable and takes up less bag space.
  • •Both are wired-only, eliminating the need to charge batteries on the go.
ModdingKeychron V1
  • •The V1 is listed with a gasket mount option in addition to tray and plate mount, offering more mounting style choices.
  • •It also offers a polycarbonate plate option alongside steel, while the V6 only lists a steel plate.
  • •Both are equally customizable with hot-swap sockets, screw-in stabilizers, and open-source firmware.
Content CreationKeychron V6
  • •The V6's full number pad is useful for timeline scrubbing and numerical input in editing software.
  • •Both keyboards offer knob support for programmable volume or brush size control.
  • •The full-size layout provides immediate access to media keys without using function layers.

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