Keychron K5 Max QMK/VIA Wireless Hot-Swappable Brown Switch Mechanical Keyboard

2.4 GHz & Bluetooth Connection

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

Ultra-Slim

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

Program with QMK & VIA

QMK & VIA means endless possibilities for fluid workflow. Thanks to our engineering team, it's the first time in history that a wireless mechanical keyboard has these kinds of capabilities right out of the box.

Simply connect the K5 Max to your device with a cable, drag and drop your favourate key you want on any system (macOS, Windows, or linux)

Get the K5 Max keymap working on VIA

Since the VIA code for the K5 Max version is still awaitng approval from Github, it is not yet automatically recognized. Please download the appropriate keymap JSON file below, open VIA, turn on " Show Design tab" or "Setting" tab, and drag the JSON file into the "Design" tab on VIA to get the K5 Max keymap working on via

Suitable for all Devices

Offer 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 VIA software 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.

An Epic Core Inside

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

Interior Accosutic Foam

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

Hot-Swapple (Optional)

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

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

Low-Profile Gateron Switch

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

Low-Profile Double-Shot PBT Keycaps

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

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.

RGB Backlights

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

Ergonomic Support

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