Keychron V1 vs LemoKey P1 HEBudget vs Magnetic

The LemoKey P1 HE is better for gaming due to its Gateron double-rail magnetic switches with adjustable actuation points (0.2 to 3.8 mm), rapid trigger technology, and dynamic keystrokes that allow four actions per key. It also offers a 2.4 GHz wireless mode with a 1000 Hz polling rate for low-latency play, whereas the V1 is wired-only and uses standard mechanical switches.

No, the Keychron V1 is a wired-only keyboard. It connects via a detachable Type-C USB cable. If you need wireless connectivity, you should consider the LemoKey P1 HE which supports Bluetooth 5.2 and 2.4 GHz wireless with a 4000 mAh battery.

The LemoKey P1 HE supports only Gateron double-rail magnetic switches. It does not support other magnetic switches like the Gateron Magnetic Jade or Gateron KS-20 Magnetic switches, and it does not support standard MX mechanical switches because they are not compatible with the Hall effect sensors.

The Keychron V1 is much easier to mod and customize. It is available as a barebone kit and supports standard 3-pin and 5-pin MX mechanical switches, allowing you to choose from thousands of options. The P1 HE is hot-swappable but only compatible with Gateron double-rail magnetic switches, severely limiting your choice.

The Keychron V1 uses a tray mount design, not a gasket mount. The LemoKey P1 HE uses a gasket mount with silicone beans on the PCB, which provides a more cushioned and flexible typing feel. The V1's tray mount is stiffer but offers a more traditional typing experience with potential for hollowness.

The Keychron V1 is lighter at 995g compared to the LemoKey P1 HE at 1630g. The V1 also has a plastic case which is more resistant to dents and dings during travel. The P1 HE's full metal body is heavier and more likely to sustain cosmetic damage when moved frequently.

Yes, both keyboards support QMK open-source firmware and VIA web-based software, allowing you to remap any key, create macros, and customize the rotary encoder. The P1 HE also supports the Lemokey Launcher web app for advanced magnetic switch configuration like actuation point and rapid trigger.

Yes, both the Keychron V1 and the LemoKey P1 HE offer a programmable aluminum rotary encoder knob. You can customize it through the Keychron Launcher or Lemokey Launcher to control volume, zoom, brush size, screen brightness, or other macros.

The Keychron V1 has south-facing RGB LEDs, which are better for use with non-shine-through keycaps because they illuminate the desk surface without interfering with Cherry profile keycaps. The LemoKey P1 HE has north-facing RGB LEDs, which may cause interference with some Cherry profile keycaps, but it offers a shine-through keycap option for better visibility.

The Keychron V1 has an ABS plastic case, steel plate, and a tray mount design, while the LemoKey P1 HE features a full aluminum body with a mirror-polished strip, aluminum plate, and a gasket mount. The P1 HE also includes multiple layers of acoustic foam (3mm acoustic foam, 2.5mm EPDM foam, PET film) for better sound dampening.

The Keychron V1 supports a wide range of ISO layouts including UK, German, Nordic, Swiss, French, and Spanish. The LemoKey P1 HE also supports ISO layouts but is limited to UK, German, Nordic, and Swiss ISO options.