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Keychron K5 Max QMK/VIA Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard

SKU: K5M-H1
RM529.00 MYR

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Keychron K5 Max is an ultra-slim wireless custom mechanical keyboard. It supports 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, and a wired connection. It allows anyone to master any keys or macro commands on its 100% layout through Keychron Launcher web app. Besides, it has included LSA (low profile spherical-angled) profile keycaps for both Windows and macOS, and users can hot-swap with Gateron low-profile MX mechanical switch in a breeze (for RGB Backlight Hot-Swappable Version only).

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K5 Max

Keychron K5 Max Wireless Mechanical Keyboard for Mac and Windows and Linux

 The K5 Max keyboard blends classic design with advanced connectivity, featuring a 100% layout and support for 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, and wired connections. With QMK customization, it enhances both work efficiency and gaming, offering a smooth, responsive encounter.

K5 Max features

2.4 GHz & Bluetooth Connection

Experience unparalleled performance with the K5 Max's 2.4 GHz wireless connection, offering a swift 1000 Hz polling rate. Its Bluetooth 5.1 capability allows seamless switching between computer, phone, and tablet for smooth multitasking across three devices.

Keychron K5 Max Wireless Mechanical Keyboard for Mac and Windows and Linux

Ultra-Slim

The innovative low-profile Gateron switch is 31% slimmer than conventional normal profile switches makes the aluminum body K5 Max one of the thinnest wireless mechanical keyboards in the world. While still delivering a distinguished tactile response.

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Program with QMK & Launcher.

The open-source QMK firmware means endless possibilities for key remapping, macros, shortcuts, and more. Now you can easily customize each key with the Keychron Launcher web app.

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Click here to use Keychron Launcher

* Please use the latest version of Chrome / Opera / Edge browser to open the Launcher and connect the keyboard to your device via wired mode.

Suitable For All Devices

Offers a Mac layout while remaining compatible with Windows. It stands out in the market by providing the same multimedia and function key functions as Apple keyboards for Mac users, but with enhanced tactile feedback.

Additionally, you can configure different keymaps for both Mac and Windows devices. The Keychron Launcher web app is compatible with macOS, Windows, and Linux. The keyboard includes keycaps for both macOS and Windows, along with additional esc and enter keys, facilitating seamless switching between operating systems.

Keychron K5 Max Wireless Mechanical Keyboard for Mac and Windows and Linux
Keychron K5 Max Wireless Mechanical Keyboard for Mac and Windows and Linux

An Epic Core Inside

A powerful ARM architecture MCU equipped with 256KB Flash will provide more flexibility for developers. The polling rate is 1000 Hz on 2.4GHz and wired modes right out of the box, which makes the latency hardly noticeable even in competitive games.

Interior Acoustic Foam 

Elevate your typing with K5 Max featuring advanced IXPE acoustic foam for silent keystrokes and enhanced comfort, coupled with resilient latex foam for superior key switch support, responsiveness, and durability. Redefining the standard for a quiet, comfortable, and responsive typing experience.

Keychron K5 Max Wireless Mechanical Keyboard with upgraded  acoustic foam

Hot-Swappable (Optional)

We also provide a hot-swappable version for your choice, which means you can customize your typing experience without soldering, pop them in and it's done.

We all have our unique typing preferences, that’s why we are offering hot-swappable option on the K5 Max, so you can easily hot-swap every low-profile Gateron mechanical switch in a few seconds to customize the typing experience without soldering.

*The K5 Max is currently compatible with Gateron / Keychron low-profile mechanical switches only, as QMK does NOT support low-profile optical switches.

Hot-swappable feature of the Keychron K5 Max Wireless Mechanical Keyboard

Low-Profile Gateron Switch

The Gateron low-profile MX 2.0 Mechanical switch is designed to enhance reliability. Gateron's reputable switches are your best choice for a precise, smooth, and reliable fingertip feel whether you prefer linear (red) or bumpy (brown).

Gateron low profile 2.0 mechanical switch features-red and brown

Low-Profile Double-Shot PBT Keycaps

Designed for premium type feeling, the K5 Max comes with our unique double-shot PBT keycaps that made of durable non-backlight shine through PBT material with excellent oil resistance for long-term use.

Keychron K5 Max Wireless Mechanical Keyboard for Mac and Windows and Linux

Redesigned Stabilizers

We’ve redesigned the stabilizers to make it stay on the level the same way as the switch while making sure it still delivers reliability and less wobble on the big keys like the space bar, left Shift, backspace, and Enter key.

Keychron K5 Max Wireless Mechanical Keyboard with redesigned stabilizers

RGB Backlights

Comes with more than 22 types of RGB backlight settings (as well as a static white backlight option), and 14 types of backlight settings on the White Backlight version. You can further fine-tune the RGB hue, saturation, brightness, effect speed with ease.

Ergonomic support for the Keychron K5 Max Wireless Mechanical Keyboard

Ergonomic Support

Three levels of adjustable typing angle aim to provide long-lasting ergonomic wrist support.

What's in the box?

Package list of the Keychron K5 Max Wireless Mechanical Keyboard
Differences Among the Low Profile K Max, K Pro, and K Series Keyboards

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SPECIFICATION

 
Number of Keys: 108 (100%)
Switches: Gateron low-profile mechanical
Switch Face: North-facing
Number of Multimedia Keys: 12 
Frame Material: ABS+Aluminum frame
Keycap Material: Low-profile double-shot PBT
Layout: ANSI
Polling Rate (2.4GHz and Wired Mode): 1000Hz
Polling Rate (BT Mode): 90Hz
N-Key Rollover (NKRO): Yes for both wireless and wired modes

*The K5 Max is currently compatible with Gateron/Keychron low-profile mechanical switches only, as QMK does NOT support low-profile optical switches.

CONNECTIVITY AND POWER


Backlit: 22 types of RGB backlight options plus endless possibilities
Battery: 2000 mAh rechargeable li-polymer battery
Wireless Working Time (Backlit off): Around 95 hours (Lab test result may vary by actual use)
Wireless  Working Time (RGB): Around 50 hours (Lowest brightness)
Connection: 2.4 GHz / Bluetooth / Type-C wired
Bluetooth version: 5.1
Bluetooth Device Name: Keychron K5 Max
Compatible System: macOS / Windows / Linux

PHYSICAL UNIT


Dimension: 424 mm x 119 mm (16.69 x 4.69")
Weight: 720g / 1.59 lbs
Height without keycap (front): 7.8 mm (0.3")
Height without keycap (rear): 14.7 mm (0.58")
Height incl. keycap (front): 18.2 mm (0.72")
Height incl. keycap (rear): 23.5 mm (0.92")
Typing Angle: 3.37º, 4.36º and 6.56º
MCU: ARM Cortex-M4 32-bit STM32F402 (256KB Flash)
Operating Environment: -10 to 50℃

Keychron K5 Max User Guide

Learn more about the Keychron K5 Max such as the shortcuts, Launcher web app tutorial, factory reset, and more in the FAQ section.

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Christopher Morrow
Nice enough keyboard, though personally I prefer the original K5

The key spacing being so much closer together than the original K5 makes for a somewhat clunky transition. The keyboard does feel solid and of decent quality, so I'm sure I'll get used to the compact layout.

I do have a gripe that was partly my fault for not seeing it, but why in the world would you ship a backlit keyboard with non-shine-through keycaps?? Doesn't that defeat the entire purpose of backlighting? I mean I guess you could just have the ambient light around the keys for aesthetic reasons, but that seems like it would be a niche group to me. I do now see where it's posted in the description just under the keycap section, but this really should be a configuration option rather than the default.

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piotr guss
useless RGB by the lack of transparent letters in the default keycaps

It makes me wonder by the backlighting function which does not change anything because you cannot see the letters on the keyboard at full darkness and forced to buy and replace nice design of gray keycaps to only full black transparent ones.
Without direct light from the monitor even the leds behind it are not able to illuminate the keycaps strongly enough to see the characters.
RGB is only suitable for "gaming" and not for the office usage.

The low profile itself is realy great, key programming and macros are a big plus because you can automate several functions in graphics programs, it is also quiet even with brown switches and you can feel a subtle click. but the above takes all pleasure out of it. :(

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Robert P
Love it

I've been using my K5 Max with Brown switches for a few months. I love it so much I just bought a second one for my Fiancee as a gift. I love how heavy and well built it feels. The high quality metal base doesn't slip around while I'm typing. I appreciate how easy it is to clean with some compressed air. Will be purchasing a third one soon for my home office.

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arvernon@gmail.com
best keyboard for transitioning to mechanical

This is my first mechanical keyboard, and after living on Mac and Logitech keyboards for my entire career I'm now sad I've been missing out on mechanical. The K5 Max has everything that I'm used to working with, at a perfect low profile, and with the brown switches it's a good middle-ground - a beautiful sound I don't get tired of hearing 8+ hours a day. I'm also typing more accurately. The RGB backlight is also bringing me a lot of joy. Excited to start customizing this some more, and hoping to see more keycap options for the K5 Max.

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Jonathan Sorum
Perfect sweet spot between feel and sound level

I split the time between this keyboard and the Q6 with Gateron Pro Blue switches. Obviously, the Q6 with blue switches gets loud and when you're on a video call or there are people nearby, it's not suitable.

The K5 Max hits the perfect sweet spot: low-profile but good feel to the keystrokes, quiet, sturdy. The K5 Max is replacing my Logitech MX Keys and the Logitech MX Mechanical. The K5 Max is so comfortable to type on that I suspect the Q6 will start seeing less and less usage.

Keychron K5 Max QMK VIA ultra slim custom mechanical keyboard 100 percent full size layout for Mac Windows Linux low profile Gateron red
K Max series

Keychron K5 Max QMK/VIA Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard

RM529.00 MYR

Keychron K5 Max is an ultra-slim wireless custom mechanical keyboard. It supports 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, and a wired connection. It allows anyone to master any keys or macro commands on its 100% layout through Keychron Launcher web app. Besides, it has included LSA (low profile spherical-angled) profile keycaps for both Windows and macOS, and users can hot-swap with Gateron low-profile MX mechanical switch in a breeze (for RGB Backlight Hot-Swappable Version only).

No discount code can be used for the K5 Max.



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Version

  • RGB Backlight (Hot-Swappable)

Switch Type

  • Low Profile Gateron Mechanical

Switch Option

  • Red
  • Brown
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